Exploring North Japan by Car! 🚘🇯🇵 Northern Japan Travel Guide

The start of a 4 day journey across the Northern Japan prefectures of Iwate and Aomori! Today we stop by Tono, Kamaishi and finish up with a stay at a traditional Japanese hotel in Jodogahama.
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[@AbroadinJapan]

Shamelessly exploiting me in the thumbnail for views. - I'm shocked and disturbed.

[@sharlainjapan]

It definitely won’t happen again👀

[@alanlee1355]

Stop complaining Chris and take it like a man.

[@techdaddykb]

It's why I'm here lol

[@chipskylark5500]

Maybe let her exploit you more and you might get verified on twitter

[@Nynke_K]

I would have watched anyway, but I must confess this got me extra excited. Wouldn't mind seeing a bit more interaction with Chris in the next videos! But Norm is fun too :)

[@sharlainjapan]

Thanks for watching guys! I'm really happy to show you why I love Northern Japan so much!! ❤️ You can watch DAY TWO here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/haKUkoawbMtnd9U

[@harrietlangman7443]

I love these travel vlogs so much!!

[@Servallover]

Sharmander I saw some pictures of the caves on Instagram! I can’t wait to see your take on the trip! 😄

[@akariino1991]

I’m so excited to watch this

[@RebeccaPayne]

Hey sharmander , it was so beautiful in Japan i hope i can see it . Want to go see japan when a little girl . Wow in the rice field so beautiful to. In the state fish man so cool to. I hope you a great trip too. All be safe Sharmander

[@SunfireGTX25]

I love ryoukans but omfg is 8t seriously worth paying $250 Cad for? I plan on moslty staying in capsule hotels when I visit in March but I plan on going to smaller cities where there won't be capsule hotels so are ryoukans worth it for 1 night? Are all meals included?

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Really cool to see these old videos with you and Chris. Its a beautiful thing knowing the progression of yalls relationship. Nothing better than a good relationship that has naturally evolved from a long time friendship.

[@CadisEtramaDiRaizelHexion]

My favorite duo! Sharla + Chris 🤗

[@ConsoleCrashers]

I love Chris. Have him with you more often please. It makes it feel like your group of friends is more complete when he's there. lol

[@-grey]

They live far apart, don't they? Chris lives like 4 hours north of Tokyo.

[@captaininsane1893]

@@-grey 1 and a half or 2 he lives in Sendai not that Far I think Sharla lives further away

[@-grey]

@@captaininsane1893 I mean like too far from each other to do regular team content.

[@captaininsane1893]

@@-grey ohhh fair play

[@johnnyregs2378]

@@-grey sharla technically lives in Korea.

[@TokyoLens]

ROAD TRIIIIP Legit just happy that I’m not driving anymore 😂 Let the adventure begin!

[@sharlainjapan]

Haha thank you so much for driving us!!!!! 🙏🏻❤️

[@TokyoLens]

@@sharlainjapan lol any time. I think we all know the above comment is a blatant lie. I'll drive everywhere all the time lol

[@chipskylark5500]

Great driving tho bud

[@melaniejaneprocter5529]

Great to see you and Sharla together again I like you to together Canada team. 🤗😍💖💙📸👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@DanMan869]

NORM! Yay!

[@JessDelRey]

I’m a simple woman. I see Chris and I click.

[@TheDsasadsad]

I am not a woman but I did the same :D

[@mono5401]

@@TheDsasadsad I second this

[@slytherinsky]

Same

[@reberuth2335]

Sharla announced she and Chris are dating

[@hu3bman]

A woman with sense I see

[@fo4urm640]

Chris, the perfect vegan travel partner 😂

[@sharlainjapan]

🙄🙄🙄😂

[@rheaangela9288]

😂

[@livingabovethe12th]

When you and Norm talk the Team Canada accent activates. It may be your superpower.

[@sharlainjapan]

livingabovethe12th 😂🇨🇦🍁

[@TheIslingtongirl]

I know right! I think we should all start shipping Sharla x Norm! It's nice to have options lol :P

[@TheCanadiangirl4]

lol. I was wondering if Norm was Canadian. I thought I heard a Cdn accent on him.

[@three-stripes]

@@TheCanadiangirl4 Yup. "out" and "about" are the two dead give away words that someone is Canadian.

[@AudraAuclair]

YEEEES!!! The best humans on a road trip! I am 100% IN! Wish I was there, it's so beautiful!

[@sharlainjapan]

Audra Auclair Aw wish you were here too! Would love to show you around the northern parts of Japan😄

[@no_one01-5]

Chris: "..known for one dish alone.." Sharla: 🙂 Chris: "..it's called Genghis Khan.." Sharla: 😐 Chris: "..lamb mutton bbq." Sharla: 😣

[@alexanderg1935]

Underrated comment.

[@FrameofTravel]

Good times! I definitely want to go back and check the Dai Kannon out again during sunrise for more pictures. Laughing at myself being passed out due to needing to wake up so early that day 😂. I can't believe I missed out on the deer at Kamaishi!

[@sharlainjapan]

Haha we were all zombies for the first day😂 Yah unfortunately the deer scooted out of there real quick as soon as they heard us. Huge group of them!

[@CC-zr6fp]

freakn Ray of Sunshine himself Mr Broad :D

[@breannaennis1442]

I just wanted to say (here at the beginning of the video), that it is really good to see you enjoying yourself Sharla. You really pushed through the hard times, and while there may be more, it definitely encourages me to keep pushing too. Thank you!! thumbs up from Vic BC :)

[@superchatoalien4905]

I'm amazed Norm's Japanese is so fluent. Especially his accent is so natural!

[@timclifford8809]

I love how you referred to the Rugby World Cup as just "they're doing some rugby stuff there, some rugby games coming up". I'd dearly love to be there.

[@sharlainjapan]

Haha sorry I don’t know much about sports at all😅

[@timclifford8809]

@@sharlainjapan It wasn't a complaint, pal. I just thought it was funny. I can't wait to see more of your journey. I'm loving it so far.

[@sharlainjapan]

Next episode will be up on Tuesday :D

[@timclifford8809]

@@sharlainjapan I'm _so_ looking forward to it! Someone drove into me on the motorway yesterday, but this quick chat with you has been such a lovely surprise and made me feel much better, thanks. You're a star, pal. Keep up the awesome job. ⭐

[@akariino1991]

Ik this video is going to be good bc Chris is in the thumbnail 😂

[@RayvenRadellaJackson]

As soon as I see a video with you and Chris I click straight away!! You guys are so fun to watch together. Today is going to be a good day ❤️

[@qpeluso]

Being confined in a car with Chris Broad for hours. I'm jealous.

[@mzdrizzle]

Sharla: "Well, look who it is!" Me, squinting at my phone, seeing only black shirt and cargo shorts: "Ah, I see they found Chris."

[@tomhoots]

4 years later, and KZbin recommended this to me. Yes, I've seen it before, and it's always worth watching. Still just as enjoyable as ever. Let me make a special note about the music you choose, Sharla -- it's always one of the best parts of your videos. Now I'll have to dig out the playlist you have this in, and watch all of that stuff once again. Thanks for all you do!

[@sharlainjapan]

Aw thanks so much! Glad you enjoy the tunes. My taste in music seems to be pretty hit or miss with people😂

[@servancastillo986]

you, Chris, Natsuki, and Ryotaro, cool combo , and this series here with Chris, fun times

[@vp4744]

So Sharla, now that Chris is here on this trip, will you abandon him like he did to you on the bike ride? If so, I've some ideas for where to leave him stranded. 😂😂

[@Alleycat022]

I would legit scream with happiness if she ever says her and Chris are together 🤣

[@nowahblanco9935]

I actually grew me elementary years in Northan japan before moving to the states at 9. Beautiful place

[@Iveseenlovedie]

Norm, Sharla and Chris in one video!? You spoil us.

[@jaytriestoplay3647]

Looking back at all these older vlogs realizing chris and sharla were already together in this one ❤❤

[@jvr2401]

Poor Norm. He never had a chance. Chris makes Sharla laugh.

[@Prissyscott]

Good Morning! I’m here I’m here yeah!! 🎊🎉🎊Have a safe trip. So excited to see the Vlogs. Chris ,Norm and Victor yeah!!! 🎉🎊🤪

[@MagikGimp]

Also, that hotel! Too much! Amazing stuff and that huge statue too! Stunning.

[@emilythenormal]

The landscape reminds me so much of the interior of BC, around Shuswap Lake -- green mountains rising out of rolling fields!

[@AndyLifeInVideo]

The only things I know about Northern Japan are from the late Rodger Swan's old videos when he was in JET and teaching in Hanamaki before his death. And some other videos from some bloke who's a Broad in Japan ;)

[@Kamihana]

Handsome bearded companions! Oh, and Chris.

[@Sillytillyx]

i'm so glad the RWC and this vlog have brought more attention to Kamaishi it looks wonderful

[@sharlainjapan]

The views around the daikannon were stunning! I’m so glad we went!

[@paulinachung-desouza3547]

Thank you, Sharla I get to see the beautiful countryside in Northern Japan where you live and I can see why you love it so much. So glad to see you explore this part of Japan with such great company, Norm, Chris & Victor! I love the golden rice fields and the scenery around the area! I am so happy and can't wait to see the rest of the series.

[@silverian]

Nice to see familiar duo in action: Chris and Sharla!

[@cardboardclub]

Chris and sharlaaaaa ❤

[@Sara-yf2bn]

When all my favorite youtubers are all in one car!! ♥️

[@Pyridius]

So excited to hear that there is going to be 4 days worth of content in the near future!

[@jody024]

The mountain/lake views are amazing!

[@SailorVdizzle]

Eeeee!!! So exciting!! I love road trips, so I’m really looking forward to watching!! Northern Japan reminds me of my home in the US, so beautiful to see all the fields 😍

[@redoctober6521]

I hope that you and your friends are safe during the typhoon.

[@sharlainjapan]

Thank you! It shouldn’t be too bad up where I am, Tokyo is getting the worst of it :(

[@Joshay784]

Just visited northern Japan based on reccos of your old videos and Chris'. Amazing!

[@katden8912]

I should have left the house 15 minutes ago. I'm still watching this chill video...

[@PaintAThousandWords]

Always good to see a new vid! Hope you are feeling better Sharla x

[@dbwatx931]

Love videos of you and Chris! Sense of humors are great!

[@rellemesweet]

The trip is not complete without Chris Broad to cause some mischief along the way lol. The white dog caught my eye more, he looked so fluffy :3

[@destituteanddecadent9106]

What dog?

[@saiyorihime]

I am loving this trip!! I don't know what it is, but having followed your journey for years now, I honestly can say it's cause your personality! This could be anywhere else but I'd still enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, it's a plus that it's Japan, but what I'm trying to say is, thank you for being so positive and friendly!

[@paulplus3830]

Good choice of music. Like it. Puts me in a relaxed mood.

[@123popup]

I was just watching Norm's video he posted recently and was thinking it had been a while since you two did a collaborative video together. This made me happy! 😊 Then to see you get to go with other friends too! Looks incredible. I'm excited for the rest.

[@SamBorni]

Stayed in the Park Hotel Jodogahama a couple of months ago and between the onsen and the views, I didn’t want to leave! Great choice!

[@a.c.1909]

Chris & Sharla = Best Duo! 😁😁 +1 for requesting more of you 2 together!

[@alexadufour6843]

Chris and Sharla for ever pleazzzzzzzz!

[@BumbieJen]

Your videos are super soothing to me and I love the amount of information you share about where you stay :) Much love from sweden!

[@karamjitdedyal752]

When you said Chris knows a good eating place - I automatically assumed the next shot would you have been in a fried chicken restaurant. Chris and his fried chicken, a match made in heaven

[@cyberplayz1099]

Yes a video with the dynamic duo together, Sharla and Chris! >~

[@shortguy014]

On my second trip to Japan I went up to Aomori and rented a car and drove around Lake Towada and it is honestly one of my most treasured memories! I also visited Hirosaki and Hachinohe while I was there. Everyone was super friendly and surprised that I would come up to northern Japan as a tourist! Everyone should go

[@sharlainjapan]

Yeah! They’re always so happy to see people visiting Northern Japan☺️❤️

[@maidenthe80sla]

Since you are from British Columbia I can see why you love Northern Japan as much as you do. So green, lush with trees, waterways and far less densely populated.🌲🌳🌲💦🌊 I will be awaiting the next 3 episodes for more! 👀

[@oniruelette]

This is one the best videos! Sharla, Norm, Chris and Victor all in one video. 😍 Love all you guys! I don't have anything cool to add just wanted to say thanks for the content! I am subscribed to all of you already 😉

[@user-dd5ql8cn4c]

台風がまた発生してるみたいなので気をつけて。いつも日本観光振興してくれてありがとう。

[@CAsaidit]

When Norm thought he had a chance

[@gidgetvonrocketbutz1328]

We're starting up North thanks to all of you! So many interesting looking places that we want to see.

[@chipskylark5500]

That wasabi looks great, just like you Sharla! Thanks for the video

[@joecaswell]

Yes! I've been looking forward to this since you hinted at another travel series with Chris The north of Japan has always been where I am most keen to explore too :) Keep doing what you do, Sharla! Cheers from Canada

[@nyaong7799]

Yessss a new video! I'm loving how active and hard working you have been in the last time (just what we are used to from you) and your videos just never fail to bring me joy after a hard day :) Keep on you Sharla you are amazing!

[@romyhanel]

Great video, looking forward to the next ones! Great timing, too - I've been slacking in studying Japanese recently and seeing you out and about, talking to locals and stuff really made me excited for improving my Japanese skills again! I didn't actually realize how much I enjoyed your travel vlogs until you started posting them again. Northern Japan definitely looks like a wonderful place to travel to

[@RustyRoj]

This was a very sweet vlog. I think it’s because it was so chill, exploring with friends.

[@servancastillo986]

During the stay at home from Covid, I've been watching soo much of your channel and Chris' and it's been my travel escape. I miss Japan so much and really look forward to a trip there again, hopefully next year, and just thank you guys for the fun.

[@danielle8585]

YAAAAAS. I LOVE THESE ROAD TRIP VIDEOS SO MUCH! I'd love to go to Japan and do a road trip so much!!!

[@kathrynt5899]

You have the BEST friends...So fun to watch you guys all in one place! :)

[@shallowsleep15]

I’ve been busy studying for the JLPT, so I haven’t been on KZbin much lately, but I see a Sharla video, and I click! You’re making me really wanna see northern Japan. It looks so beautiful, and like it has a different vibe from the big cities. ☺️

[@sharlainjapan]

Ahh best of luck with the test!!! 🙌🏻❤️

[@shallowsleep15]

Sharmander Aw, thank you, Sharla! 😊 頑張ります！

[@Skybreak31]

plain and simple, i love your videos! you do a really good job with your content!

[@alansu65ahus]

You really look to prefer countryside more than big busy city. There is a typical Japanese tradition in coutryside. People are not so educated or intelligent but they are simple and frank. I love countryside.

[@midnightkitty8172]

Thank you for posting this, Sharmander~! I really love seeing these different and interesting out - of - the - way places most people don't visit. I feel like I'm seeing the REAL Japan as opposed to the usual places people go. I still love seeing the cities and popular areas too, but the rural landscape is very beautiful in its own way.

[@jasminecorvic9519]

On my first trip to Japan, I travelled all the way up to Hirosaki for the cherry blossom festival. It was crazy because there was still snow on the ground at the end of April! The train trip was long but enjoyable because I got to see a lot of the country side. Would definitely recommend to other people traveling to Japan

[@johndalgliesh9220]

Yess I've been looking forward to this... thank you for uploading, and bring on Day Two!

[@SYama-xl4ko]

Nice, road trip vlogs! These are places in Japan I'll probably never get to go to so I'm glad I'm able to see these areas through your vlogs. Looking forward to the others. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

Dang, the food in Japan always looks appetizing

[@apenguinwithasign7572]

Just Some Guy without a Mustache are you like subscribed to every channel

[@nighthawkdragonfly8339]

Love your adventures. Thanks for sharing

[@sharlainjapan]

Thank you for watching!! :D

[@lydkb8787]

YAY! this is exactly what I've been wanting to see! Rural Japan road trip! Have fun lovely, i'm excited for this!!!

[@amysimonbiz]

OMG Who else had flashbacks to, “The Office” tv show episode where Dwight & Michael drive into a duck pond because of refusing to not stop as their “gps” insisted there was a road? LOLLL Such a hilarious episode! Thanks for sharing Sharla! Much love from Montana.✨💖✨

[@SomeBody-ce3gq]

That sounds hilarious! 😁

[@tomeriro1394]

Sharla: *makes video Comment section: Chrisu Broadu

[@claireavent70]

Thankyou for showing such wonderful places! I’m kind of stuck in my home as my mobility is very poor, so when I watch your vids I feel like I’m right there with you!

[@ayshak8527]

So beautiful! Thank you for making these videos. It is so nice to see the different areas of Japan. I hope I get to visit one day!

[@drtalon1668]

Your little pink bubbles remind me of 'Pop Up Video' back in the day on Much Music or MTV! I agree, the north is beautiful, so many places not commonly seen... I want to go back to Hokkaido for the awesome milk and dairy! So fresh!

[@sharlainjapan]

Haha loved that show! 🎶

[@salembookworm]

I once climed the Cathedral in Cologne with my sister. Her famous last words were: "It's only 533 Steps." I nearly died like four times on the way up lol. I really like these "off-scene" videos though. Y'all seem like really fun to be around.

[@jackyhstk]

Just got back 3 weeks ago from my very first ever Japan trip and I'm already planning my next trip to somewhat less touristy places. Love this series!

[@leeleeg4169]

Love the footage. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to day 2. I’m from the US, but I have family in Hachinohe. I’m excited to see footage of that for sure! ❤️😊❤️

[@ricekings]

Chris 🥰

[@rueriddle]

Norm!!!! Wow Sharla, thanks for this . Northern Japan is really beautiful!

[@nobutaaaaaaaaa]

Omg road trip yes! Norm and Chris! ❤️ and familiar faces!

[@Lisa-gq7qh]

Day one seemed like so much fun!! Can’t wait for the rest!☺️

[@djbeastwood]

Really great video! Excited for the series!

[@starlightvampire]

The perks of being unable to sleep at 6am 😋💓💓

[@starlightvampire]

Ruining your Game is Toadally Awesome not in California 😆

[@starlightvampire]

Ruining your Game is Toadally Awesome it’s 6:43AM in California 🌞

[@elizabethkessler7029]

Really cool video! Quality of your vids has gone through the roof lately!

[@libbytwzz2032]

Beautiful! So glad to see three of my favorite vloggers in one video. :) Iwate prefecture looks beautiful and I can’t wait to see more

[@topthefutz18]

MORE CHRIS AND SHAR ONEGAISHIMASU!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love the Chris and sharla ship tho.... More love and more power to the two you ahehehehe

[@LittleThingsinJapan]

10:21 Futon are the best....and it is always magical the way the ryokan guys set the bed for you!

[@MCJJtracks]

The North is the first place I'm visiting in a few weeks when I go! Aomori and also up to Sapporo! I'll be limited by my JR pass though so no car for me

[@heyitscrit]

You seem really relaxed and casual in this video! Love it. Seems like you guys had a genuine good time.

[@TheNaomeister]

FINALLY done with stream, so I got to watch the video! I know it might be too late for you to read this comment, but honestly, can I just give you a big kudos for how far you've come with your editing? It really feels like you put a lot of effort into it! Also, I friggin' haaaate getting splinters like that that just won't come out...I feel for him so much! 😂