Arriving in JAPAN 🇯🇵 (First impressions of Osaka)

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This is Japan! A place we have been desperate to travel since we can remember, and finally, we've made it! We flew 14 hours from London to Tokyo before taking a famous bullet train south west to Osaka, the food capital of Japan. This city is famous for its street food, especially in the Dotonburi area of Osaka. We are travelling the country for the next 3 weeks with G Adventures, starting in Osaka and hitting everywhere from Hiroshima to Kyoto, Tokyo to Mount Fuji. Welcome to Japan! 🇯🇵
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[@MattandJulia]

Welcome to Japan! 🇯🇵 What are you most excited to see here? 😍

[@mrdan7104]

Trip to the mountains, and also food reactions😅👍❤

[@crabdonkey6381]

What we called our lady of the mountain, an antinuclear park near Tokyo. If you get to Tokyo, Ueno Zoo and the pandas!

[@sabflash]

Traditional onsen!

[@MattandJulia]

@@sabflash Ooh you will definitely see one of those 😍❤️🤗

[@MattandJulia]

@@crabdonkey6381 Thank you so much for the recommendations!! 🥰❤️

[@dejanvranic8833]

I was in Japan for 17 days traveling alone. I was in Kyoto and Tokyo. I was blown away how modern Japan is, yet so different to everything in Europe. I felt like I was Alice in Wanderland. The sounds, the food the people, so different. Everyone bowing. 😂❤

[@okada_6869]

Thank you for coming to my country. Come again.😊

[@robynkitteltyredman1113]

Wonderful..😊

[@kayflip2233]

Well it's normal, it's just crazy if you don't travel a lot, but that's more you.

[@chriscastello3922]

Japan is awesome - culture, food,scenery! Lived there for years. You guys will love it..

[@MattandJulia]

Wow! Whereabouts exactly? 🥰❤️

[@chriscastello3922]

In the heart of Tokyo! 🇯🇵

[@nekonoke]

そこまでして、日本に来てくれたことが嬉しい😊

[@user-xi6kt6qy8f]

i visited Japan in 2019 and fell in love to this country. So beautiful and unususal!

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to it through our eyes 🥰❤️

[@user-xi6kt6qy8f]

@@MattandJulia i advise you to visit okinawa islands

[@NigelOrmsvik]

So pleased you've chosen Japan, wonderful Country, lovely people, great food. Really looking forward to the videos of your trip, and hope you both have a memorable journey 🤗🤗🐶👍

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Nigel! Really appreciate your support! Can’t wait to share more 😍❤️

[@noname-dk7ri]

Maybe it's just me, but when I arrive in Tokyo, I feel a sense of calm deep inside.

[@rickmorgan1441]

it's not busy or hectic city?

[@hanage111]

@@rickmorgan1441 忙しく慌ただしくはありませんが、日本人はみんな疲れ切っています。

[@rickmorgan1441]

@@hanage111

[@dorash______]

What is on top of the takoyaki is not wasabi but aonori (green laver).It serves to add flavor and improve appearance.

[@Polkadotpup]

Gosh, don’t you guys ever get tired….love you’re videos.

[@phyllishershkowitz3806]

I have been to Japan three times and loved it! I know I will enjoy seeing the places you will be visiting almost as much as you will! Enjoy your adventure!

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Phyllis! Hope we can bring back some memories 🥰❤️

[@nevilleanitelea1372]

OMG YOU GUYS ARE BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACK and in Japan… love ❤️ Japan, amazing people, culture, food and innovation. Can’t wait to be back there with my godson 😊

[@kazzicup]

You can feel cold if you have not slept enough in the last two nights or if you are jet-lagged. ❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄❄

[@michelleikoma2953]

Absolutely. If I feel cold, I know I’m really exhausted

[@rakko-san]

Thank you for visiting Japan🇯🇵 I’m so happy to know that you guys enjoyed ramen and takoyaki😊 Please come back anytime！😌

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much! We definitely will! 🥰❤️

[@cinimini5740]

What makes you two different to other travel KZbinrs is you genuinely enjoy food and you can tell! I’m local here in Japan and absolutely love your vlog! ❤

[@IanRuxton]

Welcome to Japan! Nice to see you heading for Osaka right away, the merchant city known for great food. And first impressions are always great.

[@yvonnebirch6026]

I am going to love this trip !! Enjoy guys it will be great ! The best vacation of my life was in Japan long ago ! Thank you for what you are going to share with us ! 🙏💕🌷

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to share it with you Yvonne and hopefully bring back some memories 🥰🙏🏼❤️

[@margandjimdietrich9598]

Thank you, I have never been to Japan but fascinated by it, so pleased you are taking me there

[@saquita51]

ようこそ日本へ❤お箸の使い方が上手。美味しそうに食べてるのでこちらも食べたくなりました!　エンジョイ!

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much 😘🤗 so happy to hear that we are using chopsticks okay! I always thought I wasn’t doing it right 😄

[@enaidyeltneb369]

Can’t wait for this new adventure!!! This should be fun!

[@TheAnneishere]

I live in London and I started watching your videos a few days ago and am thoroughly enjoying following you both. So interesting! I would love to visit Russia! Watching you both now in Japan. 😂 loved watching you both also on your 5 day train journey 👍 Brilliant and so interesting!

[@maa7161]

大阪に来てくれてありがとう🎉

[@Craiglish22]

Look forward to following you on your journey across Japan! 👍👍

[@gardencity3558]

Japan is a gem, need I say more?

[@rhonies9229]

So looking forward to this series. I have been blessed to have spent time in Japan. Tokyo is an amazing city. I spent most of my time in the north of the country. I was shocked that vending machines are everywhere. The parking garages were another surprise - they are like a puzzle game. Have a great time.

[@jamesgiordano752]

Glad you guys were able to make it to Japan. Looks amazing. Looking forward to your future videos.

[@ecdubytecdubyt]

YES! I've been waiting to see you two in Japan. I hope you have an amazing time. There's so much amazing food and culture in Japan. Looking forward to your next video!

[@joannmcgowan9394]

I’m so excited to learn about the customs, the food, the scenery all if it!! Thank you for taking us in this fascinating journey ❤

[@donaldgoodrich2493]

This episode is one of my favorites! I thought it was put together great! It was fun to see you guys giggle and laugh. Has me super excited for this Japan series!

[@PrinceDavid]

Cool to see you guys visiting Japan. I will be heading there in 3 weeks with my friends!

[@Cowboysfan40]

I'm so glad you guys got to make a trip to Japan. Enjoyed the video. Hope you both have an awesome time. ❤

[@lisaduncan3772]

You two are amazing travelers! I’m looking forward to seeing more of Japan. The food you are eating is making me hungry. Have a wonderful time and be safe. Love from Montana, USA!

[@johnburke5384]

Wow.....ooh the food looks amazing, looking forward to more Matt and Julia Xx

[@katharine5606]

You guys have fun personalities! And I really like your style of filming and editing- beautiful and nicely paced!

[@nixmor5333]

Wow finally the Japan trip. Glad you guys reached safely. Looking forward to seeing all the adventures. Already the food looks phenomenal.

[@angelcrowl9254]

How Fun! You made me hungry.😊 Looks like a wonderful place to visit. Thanks for sharing 🦀.

[@user-ug8zu8sc5t]

Welcome to Japan (Nihon)!! Cherry blossoms are so beautiful recently 😁🌸

[@mariondiemert430]

You guys are great! Happy trails.

[@MickB3k]

@julia! Best definition of Takoyaki I've ever heard. Japan has been a dream of mine and so happy to see you guys explore it! And OMG Julia please do a "your version" of the dish when you guys get a HQ! Have fun guys!

[@deborahhovan6464]

Hi Matt and Julia! So glad your visiting Japan! Have a wonderful time! ❤❤❤❤! I loved Japan, but that was many many years ago! ❤

[@edubogota1]

Awesome surpise Matt and Julia, japan is a wonderful country, very interesting! a huge hug for both of you !

[@paulgranthillier]

Loved it! ... can't wait for the journey to start!!!

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Paul! 🤗❤️

[@mariannescalise6658]

You two look so tired but Julia never seen you so tired sweet lady cant wait until you both rest and let the fun and adventures begin! But I also love when you both go home you both have such wonderful families and I love to see your different traditions and everything but love when you take a break and have a good rest its good for your health and spirit!❤ sending love and hugs!

[@kristinwight8465]

Japan is my most favorite place to visit! Enjoy!

[@Marilyn12346]

What sheer joy to go along with you! Feels like I’m right there too❤🎉

[@MattandJulia]

So glad we have you along with us Marilyn! ❤️🥰

[@peacelove6975]

If you stop by in Tokyo, I hope you will be able to encounter a youtuber, Momoka who interviews you about Japan's impression or Japanese food by treating the authentic Japanese food to you at a certain restaurant in Tokyo. Enjoy your stay in Japan!

[@anagoncalves82]

Wow what a trip. I am very much looking forward to watch you experience Japan. I have always wanted to go to Japan, and I love that you take us with you. Cannot wait for more videos. Enjoy :)

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much for coming along with us! ❤️🥰

[@JanTraveler]

Thankyou for the interesting and fun video! I have been to Hong Kong, Taipei, and India and am really looking forward to see Japan..

[@dammittim1]

So glad you picked Japan. Such a beautiful place and the food. So happy to go along with yas. Very exciting.

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to share more with you 🥰

[@maryanneendeman2073]

You two are so cute! I love how you seem to embrace life with lots of warmth and laughter.

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Mary! Really appreciate it 🥰❤️

[@NicolasValentinScotland]

I enjoyed this trip . Good camera movement with fine interesting details . A taste of Japan . I liked the food too and enjoyed watching you guys having a laugh . It’s highly entertaining so much so I have now subscribed . Keep it going , happy traveling .

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Nicholas! Really means the world! Welcome to the channel 🥰❤️

[@NicolasValentinScotland]

@@MattandJulia I have already watched a few episode and like the content . Thank you .

[@0530evan]

HOPE YOUR GRANDMOTHER IS DOING ALL RIGHT and that your brother has gotten well....over his illness

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much for asking Marc! He has and she is well 🥰❤️

[@Love_rainy_days]

Thanks for sharing, guys! Love the real feeling to your videos of the travel, and not just some nice shots of Japan. I really feel like I am traveling with you in the bus, trains or jets. Not just suddenly we are in Japan from Russia. And wondering what ever happen to Russia. Love your channel. Cheers 🍱🍱🧃🧃👍

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate your support 🥰❤️

[@smiffymiffed2734]

Hi Both, new subscriber here - love your vlogs and have been binge watching them all to catch up - some I can relate to as i have spent quite some time in KZ - anyhow, wonderful vlogs from a wonderful couple!

[@JosetteThompson]

So happy you are in Japan! You are arriving at the right time as the sakura blooming is early this year but still going on! Oh my gosh! That Tokyoaki looks so delicious and my mouth was watering ! I envy you - lucky you ! please Julia try to duplicate the recipe when you are back in your kitchen. Ready to follow you all the way through Japan ! À bientôt Jos az usa

[@laurennobody511]

My favourite youtubers going to my favourite country! I'm so excited

[@rossbarlow6355]

I would eat ramen "morning, noon and night"😀 Its sooooo good. I've never been to Japan but my experience is they are beautiful, respectful humans. Safe travels.🧳🧳

[@adelbertlundberg7411]

Wow, it looks beautiful in Osaka. Have a great time.

[@johnvsymons]

I am so glad to see you in beautiful, clean and wonderful Japan! Don't laugh but be sure to check out the incredibly tasty and reasonably priced hot and cold food at 7-11 and Family Mart. You will be glad that you did. It is definitely nothing like convenience stores in the West. Looking forward to enjoying your upcoming adventures. Take care, dear friends and have an epic time. 🫂❤️🇯🇵🙏🌎🕊

[@kazzicup]

Have you been to Japan? If so how long ago?

[@jaume2390]

Welcome to Japan! I’m Japanese. I’m glad you chose Japan as your destination. I hope you find a lot of new things in Japan!!!

[@kazzicup]

I love your sweater, Julia 9:01 . I love the colour. I don't see this colour often.

[@jjh8299]

What an infectious laugh! Keep on smiling.

[@howierfs5471]

Hi there, it ssems you are well prepared for Japan. Well, the jetlag was always killing me, especially when I flew east. Would have been intersting to visit Japan once but I always was feared to get lost somehow because of their different letters in writing. Hope you will share some nice videos with us. Always nice to dive into different cultures as longs as as tourist you can do. enjoy your stay. Stay safe and healthy. CU Julia and Matt

[@dhall4363]

Later this year I will be there. I also will have a 14 hour trip to get there. Lucky for me there will be no jet jet lag. There is always a catch though, I arrive just after midnight. I hope you have fantastic time there as you surely will. Hmm you are most of the way, well still a bit further. May your travels bring you to Australia and my part of the world.

[@mrdan7104]

love youre videos...just recently subscribed, great job guys

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much Dan! Really appreciate it 🥰❤️

[@davidg61]

Looks fun. I’ll be in Kyoto and Tokyo in a week - might spot you! Have a great time.

[@68Boca]

One of my favourite places in the world. Lucky enough to have visited Japan twice now. Planning to go back early next year, I hope. If I could live off one food, Ramen would be it. I think it looked like a Tonkatsu Ramen, my fav. I've tried and tried multiple times to recreate it at home, it's just never the same! The best Ramen I've ever had is in Japan and curiously Peru. One day I'll manage to do it right at home, it's a life challenge for me now, I hope you guys loved it there, somehow I know you did.

[@michaeldamisch1367]

Good morning and Wow Japan 👍 Have a great journey and stay safe 😎🇯🇵

[@louisedurrant1804]

Thank you for sharing…brilliant and looking forward to japan !! Stay safe ..xxx

[@nicholasthomas8963]

Just found Matt&Julia, best travel KZbinrs on KZbin. Really watchable & both seem like a really lovely people...

[@gregreilly326]

Now I can't stop thinking about Japanese food.It sure looks good!

[@andreamiller6200]

Julia! Your goldenrod sweater looks handknit, did someone knit that for you? (I am a knitter.) Matt and Julia, what a joy it is to be along with you in Japan, I am most excited to see how life is lived as you see it. I have been to Asia but not to Japan so far and would dearly love to go. Thank you for that introduction and what you are eating is so appetizing. The world is so exciting! .. and now that I keep watching, I spot a cream colored knit cardigan. Lovely! As is the octopus!

[@thenanlife1141]

Japenese people are so polite and hospitable ❤

[@cherylsalinas1548]

I couldn’t eat anything that moved. Sorry. Enjoy your trip. ❤️

[@TheGingerGenius78]

This trip looks like it’s going to be the best :)

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to share more!! 🥰❤️

[@michaelscottcutler3627]

I don't really think much of the pictured architecture, but the food looked absolutely DELICIOUS !!!

[@grouliayoub1554]

I had the opportunity to visit japan in january 2023, i've been in fukouka, such an amazing city and vibes 🎉

[@frankb1]

Great video topic!

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@isitrealgood]

As soon as you stepped off the bullet train into Osaka, I had the thought, "This looks like a scene our of a movie!" and then Julia said, "This looks like a video game!" . Yes! I could see that... "You are now in Osaka, Japan, Feb. 23, 2300....."

[@jeffhoward9186]

Takoyaki is one of my favorites. We purchased a plate that you can make them at home. It is a good investment. It came with two other plates that we have used to make Korean BBQ and yakisoba. Enjoy Japan.

[@sunshinemyson]

Loved this video. Hard to wait til we see the next one. Love it when you all try out of the way restaurants. But so much fun learning about other cultures.

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to share more 🥰❤️

[@Dimash.....]

Helo Juli and Mark!I love watching your vids so much❤

[@MattandJulia]

Thanks Tamuna 😀

[@honyakupjp]

From the leaves on the trees it looks like you were here a while back - too bad! I've lived in Japan for 26 years, and would have loved to have taken you out for some amazing Japanese food.

[@arthurblundell6128]

Nice video - had many Japanese friends when working, very polite people

[@MattandJulia]

They are so incredibly polite!! 😮❤️

[@momthatloves3985]

I am still wondering what happened at the border with Matt. I love your videos. You take us to places we have never been. Thank y’all so much!

[@avonmoremilk1958]

I think they grill everyone because of the us eu Ukrainian Russia madness.

[@witlof5492]

So am I...

[@freeplace5243]

That was a brutal schedule of travel, I got tired watching you! Have a great adventure in Japan. Matt and Julia, all the best!

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much! So happy to finally be here! Can’t wait to share more 🥰❤️

[@donovandavidsonAlton]

Fab work on the move again its been sometime. Safer here apart for earthquakes😁Enjoy the ride UK

[@bdmmanbdmman3526]

Incredibly beautiful country! City scenes did look like a shot of a video game (sim city?) When Julia said lets go get some 'real food', i just knew we were going to see a western fast food joint ( sorry no free advertising from me). I just pray that no one adds a warning about looking out for a 'fire breathing green dinosaur'. So cliche! Looking forward to 'our trip' with you. Be safe... with love from Chris.

[@layzchipzz]

My dream trip i really hope to do this when I am older!

[@alejandroheld9527]

Damn now I can't stop thinking about Takoyakis! Great start to a trip that is sure to be magnificent. I look forward to the next videos! I'm back for a week in Uruguay to close the summer house for this season. But now it's cold.. 17 C The people of Yakust will laugh a lot about this! bye

[@197211037]

Welcome to our city, Osaka. I would be happy if you could enjoy it

[@horsk9704]

Welcome to japan hope your get out of the cities and visit the smaller towns and countryside as its much nice. Im down in Okinawa and there are lots of small islands you should explore. And if you want to visit a really obscure island try and make it out to Aogashima

[@bryanhyde8850]

I have thought for sometime that Julia reminds me of someone, now I've figured it out,,, great opera singer Maria Callas, very similar pretty faces. You guys make interesting and educational videos, like your work very much!

[@unter56]

Hello from Tallinn! I look forward to continuing your trip.🤩

[@MattandJulia]

Thank you so much! Love to Tallinn ❤️

[@unter56]

@@MattandJulia 👌

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

We loved our time in Osaka . We loved the Giant Crab. And what can you say about the food? If only we could get smell-o-vision. Harriet and I have always been daring with our food choices. Hope you guys were able to recover from your jetlag quickly. Love you dearly ❤❤❤ Harriet, Jim and Yuki. Richmond, Va.

[@MattandJulia]

Hey guys! Hope you are both well!! 🥰 I honestly can’t wait for smell o vision to be invented! 😍🤤 We were thankfully 🥰 Can’t wait to share more with you!! ❤️ Love from the both of us! 🥰❤️

[@avonmoremilk1958]

@@MattandJulia most foods already lost smell in uk and Ireland. Smellovision will only be needed for Italy and Japan and some caucas region.

[@terryhoyt2058]

Looking at the great circle routes from London to Tokyo, you must have flown right over Yakutsk... again😅

[@susenjarvis8281]

Wow, it looks yummy. Glad that you both made it safe. That jet lag will get you every time.

[@thenanlife1141]

Would really love to visit Japan one day soon ❤

[@bull8696]

come down to fukuoka would love to meet you 2 have really enjoyed your travel videos cheers

[@joagate3259]

Yay you guys xx

[@frederickmoller]

Thanks, I'm looking for more as Japan is the only country in Asia (That I recognize as Asia) which I've always wanted to visit...🥰

[@MattandJulia]

Can’t wait to share more 🥰❤️