First Class Ferry in Japan | Retro Feel | Shinmoji to Osaka

[@donthaveajungian]

Jokes don't always translate well language to language. "These comforters have great abs" made me convulse with laughter in the middle of the night. Keep up the awesome work.

[@FatGuyTries]

Hahahaha! That was my impression as well and I literally spit out a sip of coffee it was so damn 🤣 funny.

[@pattygirl6372]

Me too....I was cracking up, 😅😅

[@joshuasantillana4333]

Same though the humor is somehow close to Filipinos hahahaha

[@kollegahsterin]

*He knew what he was doing.*

[@Bombo505]

I thought that was funny as well and spot on. 🤣

[@JBGreenASMR]

Your videos have been bringing me so much comfort, thank you so much for making them.❤️

[@redbeard36]

They’re so comforting.

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

The only thing I find uncomfortable is when the drool runs down my chin and then my device slip from my hands as the drool runs from my chin and down my body with the delicious looking food. Especially curry rice 😋 🤤🤤🤤

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate your kind words!

[@gabrielleelliott500]

@@redbeard36 yesss

[@bigirishballs869]

Whack my wewe 😮blowy hobby jobby

[@dryroasted5599]

That's so crazy, the staff waving goodbye to the ship. I tried to imagine an American company doing that, and couldn't. Maybe Disney. For being about to be retired, the ferry looks nicely appointed, and well maintained. Thanks for sharing your trip; I really enjoy seeing how each ferry is different. The only person on KZbin who can eat more than you is Mickey Chen!

[@Anjel1e]

I am sleep deprived and am crying into my cereal over the waving. 😭

[@UnOtroDiegueno]

@@Anjel1e I hope that you got some rest. That kind of comment needs it.

[@Anjel1e]

@@UnOtroDiegueno Awe thanks Ken! My sleep has been pretty bad, but last night was decent.

[@AndreiTupolev]

Like they do at airports

[@escapetherace1943]

high trust, unified society can accomplish beautiful things

[@DistractedPlatypus]

I’m struck by how clean and well-kept everything is. While the design is dated, that room looks like it was just built.

[@katajha831]

When born in 1963 one cringes a bit when 2002 is considered retro. Love your channel, one of the few I can watch with out getting motion sick, you have great stabilization.

[@donnamanitu8673]

Happy New Year to Solo Travel Japan and all of your subscribers.

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Happy New Year!

[@gabrielleelliott500]

Happy new year 🎉 ✨

[@thegreaterbilby2171]

I enjoy your enthusiasm, attention to detail/additional information, and your humour and genuine emotion throughout your vlogs. Thanks for sharing your journeys and experiences. Happy New Year! Cheers! 🖖

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Happy New year! Thanks for saying that

[@euphony5552]

@@SoloTravelJapan The comforter has great abs might be my favourite line you've ever said.

[@gloriawatson]

For a 20 year old ferry, they have kept this ship, ship shape. Very clean, neat, and tidy. You had a beautiful room. I would have really enjoyed the fried chicken and the dessert. Just shockingly surprised that you only had one bowl of rice! 😊 Loved the video.

[@hilaireb795]

"the comforters have some great abs.... I don't" hilarious! 🤣😭

[@Trek001]

10:25 - the moment every viewer cheered! I've known ships to be used as a ferry longer then the 20 years you say, but she's lived a hard life on her many voyages... That said, she still looks at the top of her game and will retire with pride - I shall regret not having the opportunity to sail her because older ships are a love for me because of their history

[@ron8675309]

And here I thought the moment every viewer cheered was for (large) rice.

[@acmenipponair]

20 years in Europe would be a "youngster" under the ships, we have ships that are 40-50 years old.

[@straightpipediesel]

It won't be scrapped. It will most likely be sold to another Asian country, particularly Indonesia, Thailand or the Philippines. The cabins will be gutted and converted into open sleeping rooms. Some others have made it to Europe (Stena Line) and the Middle East. I would suspect some government subsidy or tax benefit in order to maintain the Japanese shipbuilding industry. This happens for many Japanese transport vehicles, including trains and private cars.

[@johns7539]

@@straightpipediesel yes, I believe the Korean ship that tragically went down with all those students years ago was formally a Japanese ship

[@CatUnderwater]

I binge your videos during my panic attacks…. You truly help me cope with my anxiety. Thank you so much and happy new year!🎊

[@mazonga789]

Same. It feels like you're not alone. And you're not alone! I hope they get better for you soon, and I'm glad you are finding things to help with it. You can do it!

[@joshuasantillana4333]

I second this! No anxiety attacks lately and watching Solo Travel-sama’s vids help me relax more especially at night. ❤️

[@eleridragon]

Happy New Year from a fellow anxiety sufferer. It's true, the videos are so calming.

[@Veronica44h]

Sameeeeeee.

[@aslamnurfikri7640]

Damn new Solo Travel Japan video just drops. Time to get some large rice and side dishes

[@slkriderchick]

This is probably the most well-maintained older ferry I've seen you ride yet. Sooo many slippers!!! The comforter has abs. LOL!!! Thanks again for the video!!

[@frimsters]

I usually don’t eat a lot due to anxiety and it can be a struggle sometimes so whenever i watch him eat, i get happy knowing he eats well and is healthy and even sometimes i watch his videos to help me eat and it distracts me from anxiety triggers, arigato 😊✨

[@tiggerhc]

When he reached out his arm behind the plastic shower amenities, and the light switch went *click* , I felt that.

[@FatGuyTries]

4:35 "the comforters have some great abs..." That was so funny I spit up my coffee I love it!!

[@KUKROK]

I'm laughing, not because of the chair that looked too small but because I think I saw a bowl of curry rice hahaha

[@mazonga789]

I SAW THAT, TOO! BUSTED! I'm always glad when he gets his curry 😂😂😂🍛🍛🍛

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Don’t tell anyone! Thanks for watching!

[@kensheets9714]

You know what we need more of in the new year? sunflower sunflower :)

[@donnamanitu8673]

Nooooo ! I still hear that in my head just by reading it :)

[@lisasim]

Awesome! Now I can go to sleep. It's almost 01:00 in Israel. Thank you for your lovely videos and a happy new year! 🌜🌞🌛

[@andrewcarmichael8683]

I wish I had thought about taking a ferry vacation while I was in Japan. I only took the ferry from Yokosuka to Chiba. I have watched you videos more than once, they make me feel like I am there! Thanks, hopefully I will be back soon!

[@SickLiq]

Even though it's just text, I enjoy your personality and especially your sense of humor! Thank you and Happy New Year from Michigan, USA. Your videos capture the excitement of exploring new accommodations so well.

[@lindak8664]

That bed has abs & scales. I have neither either. That ferry is so clean and well maintained. She might be the old lady of the fleet, but she has nothing to be ashamed of. 12.5 hrs is a good length for a ferry trip. Get to eat, bathe, sleep, eat & get off. Not so long to become bored, but long enough to enjoy the ferry trip.

[@DigitalProphet]

I love watching these before I go to bed to relax. This was an especially good one.

[@coffeekatk4067]

Starting with the lovely sunset was just wonderful! Am I the only person who waves along madly? Ha ha! The joy you bring to these videos is so apparent! I love when you walk the ship and show the little things such as the vending areas as well as the curtain wall! Love it! Stay safe and travel well! I'll follow along! Happy New Year!

[@Gonewithjon]

I love everything about your videos. They are so beautiful and relaxing. I love seeing all the food. Safe travels. I can't wait to see what's next

[@terriemartinez9989]

I am so happy to see this! Great way to start my New Year!. I hope you kept the bag with the logo on it. Thank-You! ✌❤🤘

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@Peajay007]

the room reminds me of the beach houses we used to rent during the summer in new south wales when i was a kid. they all had 1950s furniture and that orange brown wood in the kitchen. major flashbacks

[@SideShowAli]

All the slippers 😅 what beautiful views on this trip! Thankyou for sharing this lovely old ferry with us 🤗

[@lesbw356]

I always look forward to seeing your video notification. It means another fun adventure!!!! Thank you….

[@danielboals9602]

My favorite part of your videos is seeing what food and beverage options you have while traveling Japan. It mostly looks wonderful, and I love seeing how different countries treat food. You could probably make videos of just food if you wanted :). Also, I love the fact that your videos don't have bad music in the background.

[@ChaosChaCha]

I’m waiting for the moment you have your glow stick redemption and get your chance to properly wave back at the staff. Absolutely love watching your videos and I look forward to each new instalment!

[@madisonbleu5013]

A new ferry ⛴ video! Yay!!! Perfect way to start 2022🎉🎉🎉 Thank you!

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Love that retro room. Everything is practical, clean and comfy. That sunset is amazing

[@Visonista]

Beds with abs and scales plus the kiddies chair and yellow bath salts all added to the enjoyment of another pleasant video. Grazie Solo! 👍

[@TrishB-kn3ps]

When you said 2002 I’m thinking that’s not old? Then I realized that’s 20 YEARS ago… 🤦‍♀️ I’m not mentally prepared to accept that 😳🤣

[@81OH4Z4RD]

You know it's time to retire the ferry when the vending machines stop working. Thank you for the fun and informative videos, and safe travels in the new year!

[@AuntK68]

That sunset was glorious, and passing under the bridge in the dark and fog was a cool perspective!

[@AnaSolVa]

Waving staff!!! Thanks for the video! I loved the sunset, and the cabin looked quite confortable. The food also looked pretty good! I'm not over the fact that a ship that came into service on 2002 is considered old, since 2002 for me was just like, a couple of years ago... not over the fact that it was, in fact, 20 years ago.

[@dskadd32]

The amenities are so good, so useful. Thank you for saying what can and can't be taken. The departure is so slow. It's cool. So many ferries - wow. And I want to use them all! Ha ha

[@SeverAngel]

Hello 👋 ! Beautiful sunset 🌅. I was hoping you would see the guys waving goodbye 😊. You did have a nice cabin. But, I don’t know about the cost 💲. I always find it so interesting to see what you will be eating 🍽. Thank you for sharing with us. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas 🎄. Do you celebrate 🎉 New Years the same time we do in Canada 🇨🇦? If so Happy New Year 🥳!

[@fdavidmiller2]

Great way to start the year! Thank you

[@SoloTravelJapan]

Thank you for saying that!

[@fdavidmiller2]

You are most certainly welcome.

[@YuChiGongG]

My first visit to Tokyo was in 1971. Very retro...right? I am more retro than the ferry in your video. Your Japan Ferry Videos are so nice. No talking. Just all that is needed for the viewer to imagine he/she is onboard. Excellent.

[@y-mefarm4249]

I always look for the wavers. Even on other travel channels. I kinda get a frowny face when there are none. I hope to see you actually get to use your light stick to wave back one day.

[@anitacraighead7038]

I only started seeing your videos come up recently, but am subscribed and thoroughly enjoying them! As an older, disabled woman I don't get to travel any now. Watching your videos makes me feel like I'm on the trip and enjoying the experiences! Though I don't like oriental food....still seeing all the foods, amenities, and how you thank God for the views, the food, etc, makes me remember to be more thankful for my blessings. Thank-you for the videos!!!

[@rachelhaight2684]

I like that you go to your room right away. This is the part I am always curious about. Really enjoy your videos.

[@LadyGigglesnort]

I really enjoy you walking down corridors. It's like Doom: Ferry Edition.

[@mizmac8167]

Thank you so much. If it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t be able to travel at all. Best wishes for a new year!

[@charmaineparsley7921]

The people waving were so adorable! I love Japan!

[@wisecanadianwoman]

Always like watching your videos. Happy New Year! 🎉

[@moggridge1]

The lightstick men are becoming ubiquitous throughout Japan's ferry ports! 🤗 These receive top marks for length of waving. 👍👏👏

[@bbear753]

Thanks for another interesting video. Waving at the departing ferry is such a kind gesture.

[@ahlun7318]

The comforter have some great abs. I don't. Hahaha.... 🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭 Don't worry I don't have abs too!! Happy Japanese New Year to you!! 明けましておめでとうございます! I wish you will have a healthy, happy, lucky and rich 2022!! Thank you for your great videos and hope to see more in 2022!! 🎍🐅🎍🐅🎍

[@mr_wilson223]

I love the wholesomeness from each video

[@GregCurtin45]

Thank you Solo for another water adventure. I would have gone with a tray of gyoza followed by a second tray of the prawns - I am hungry now! Appreciate the food close ups and the detailed descriptions along with how they tasted. (my favourite part of your videos) Thanks for the New Year's Day present of another video. Hope your 2022 is great and you stay happy and healthy in your journeys.

[@danmccarthy4700]

Yeah I don't think I could eat just a single gyoza.

[@beautyforashes2022]

I'm always so impressed by how spotless the crew keeps these ships, inside and out. And I think the room is very nice, the beds look comfortable and the bathtub is bigger than the bathtub that's in my house. So thank you for bringing us along on your journey so we could share in the experience as well. 😊👍 Also, lol is it a requirement that the port staff stand in the parking lot and wave till the ship is out of sight, every time it leaves port? Or was this some kind of special occasion? Just seems kind of funny and odd to me. 😁

[@_DeMera_]

“Don’t worry, I’m still wearing my clothes” 🤣 To be honest, I’m not sure I would have gotten into that fluorescent bath! Happy new year! Safe travels!

[@VulpisFoxfire]

I'm amused that the powder was orange, then turned into bright yellow..but was pine.

[@Roadent1241]

Yeah, I feel like that's the best way to cosplay a Simpson XD

[@uluwalker2345]

I enjoy this wonderful ferry journey very much . Liked. Wishing you a Happy and Prosperous New Year too!

[@Jesuscares7680]

I like hearing all the kitchen workers.. I like the room it looks like an old motel room but much cleaner than anything that's been in the USA room Japanese people are impeccable for their cleanliness.. the bath looked good.. I love hot baths.... I looked up that coffee at Key coffee.. very popular in Japan.. I would not eat all of that food.. but I would eat some of it ..I'm sure I wouldn't like many of those items.... Japan always has the most delicious desserts though.. I was flabbergasted by the beautiful sunset all the way around the ship.. I know you love that ..we do too.. I'm looking forward to the day when you're on a ferry and there's tons of people on the ship with you.. so you can interact and watch other people's expressions and actions.. Peace and safety.. Mary ..USA Florida..

[@wordsfindme]

"The comforters have some great abs" 😂.... "I don't" 🤣 You're killing me!

[@lisalau2452]

You control the camera and took good videos. I love the sunset! I know even the best of cameras can't capture half it's natural beauty.

[@neil8247]

Love the fluorescent bath😁 Happy New Year 😀🥂🌞🤘

[@mazonga789]

ALWAYS glad when you get your beef curry!!!!! 🍛😋🍛😋 Your videos are amazing! You're wonderful at showing your personality so easily. It's so honest and sweet; I feel like I'm being given the gift of cultural insight! I would *totally* only go to Japan if you were my guide!! It's incredible how you can feel like a knowledgeable, calming friend in this hard time. I do wonder though... what work takes you on such interesting ferry ⛴️ routes?

[@stephaniegordon7917]

I love watching your videos of you going on different ferries in japan, even though I live here in the U.S.A.

[@mariemorgan7759]

I love those comforters, and those tea sets,beautiful design. 2002 is now vintage! Now I really feel old!😔

[@__hjg__2123]

clearly older than some others... but simple and CLEAN - very cool... I really like this one.

[@annettemurielle]

I really enjoy going on virtual trips with you and I love seeing all the different things you choose for each meal. Great work!

[@tomschneider2920]

Me and my wife we like your humorous comments, the detailed showing of tasty foods and we can always travel without corona fear :) . Thank a lot for that.

[@helenel4126]

Comforters with abs, a slipper collector, and a paint bath - I think you took the Comedy Central Ferry! ;) Well done. I enjoy your travelogues immensely.

[@mattr434]

Enjoyed the journey with you as always! I loved the abs and scaled bed humor 😂

[@annetteleggett9854]

Beautiful sunset. I’m glad you got an earlier start to see it. I look forward to your video on the new ship! I hope you were able to find a good place to have breakfast! Thank you, as always, for bringing us along!

[@katelights]

I wish we had ferrys like this in my country. I could get from my home town to the city while sleeping.

[@IKEMENOsakaman]

Omg the bento looks so good!!! I miss traveling on cheap-ish ferries. I haven't been able to do that since the pandemic, cus of where I live.

[@sephieblue4367]

Another nice video! They may only be subtitled but there is a charm and snarky-ness to them that make them very enjoyable. A little insight to traveling with info, food, sunsets oh and lot of toilets and public baths(?) I thought the ship was nice even if the electronics are old. I like seating area in the cabin. The bath water looks radioactive-check for extra limbs or super hero powers.

[@deadfish7327]

great video ...thank you for sharing

[@redbeard36]

That food looks fantastic. I love traveling vicariously with you.

[@chriscourson2824]

I love to see your cabins! They are so simple, but very nice!

[@loribell3530]

Love your videos, I binge watched they are a comfort during these times. Please don't stop I look forward to your videos

[@yokaidokena3659]

Lmao at the "beds have great abs...I don't"! Most of us don't my friend. Blessings and joy to you. I pray to the gods for your continued success

[@justbrandi420]

You open doors so quietly. You seem extremely considerate and respectful. And very very funny 😁

[@Indrakusuma_a]

Yet another fantastic well maintained old ship. Even when it's about to be retired, everything is still functional as it should be. Now we'll be waiting for you to show us the new ship when it comes into service :D

[@maui8084]

This was so peaceful.

[@danmccarthy4700]

Thank you for recording that lovely sunset. :)

[@gus473]

👍🏼 Nice way to begin 2022! Always interesting to see more in the area of the Kanmon Strait! 😎✌🏼

[@mjennyt]

Stunning sunset. Love your videos, so relaxing.

[@RiverLaozu]

"These comforters have some great abs - I don't" I wasn't expecting that haha These videos are always a pleasure

[@bonitajoymojica]

I love that you always make it a point to watch the sun rise and set. It's beautiful 🌅💛🌄

[@jumonjii]

You are so blessed to take so many wonderful trips.

[@Onetruetrain]

I always look forward to watching your videos. They're the perfect way to relax. Your humor is wonderful too!

[@ZGryphon]

It makes me feel unspeakably old to see a room decorated in 2002 (which was, for the record, last week) described as having a "retro feel". :) I don't know if you have it over there, but the bath water was the exact color of a Pepsi product called Mountain Dew., which is supposedly citrus-flavored, but really tastes like staying up until 3 AM playing video games.

[@melliethemortician]

HAHA yes it reminded me of mountain dew as well, such an oddly bright yellow.

[@VulpisFoxfire]

You want to feel old..I ware reminded earlier that the 80's are now 40 years ago.....and I did much of my growing up then.

[@JustTheTruth-Please]

I kinda got Gatorade vibes from the bathwater, :-D !!

[@EmseyDaisy]

Mr. Solo, thank you for making these videos so your viewers can live vicariously through you! I thought I would be able to take my first business trip (and my first time on a plane in years) this month but the new variant has made it unsafe for me to go :/ Please stay safe and go on lots of adventures for us!

[@smileytow1925]

I was waving before you commented! ❤️💕 I always wave when I see them waving!

[@DeeeBaby]

Now out of all the food you have eaten in your videos I must say that crab croquette dish looked the best. Wish I had some

[@jillsmith3937]

Ok that pine bath wud make me sick but happy bath tie for you this place is amazing 😷🥰🤩

[@annwilliams6438]

Wow! Fresh flowers and all the toiletries you need. Very nice. The food also looked amazing.

[@NagatoPyon]

I found the secret Curry!! :'D Love your videos! Wish you all the best for 2022! :)

[@rhodact1231]

I enjoy your video's. Thank you for such detail into everything. I like that there is no annoying music in your video's. 💗

[@warriorsfan1602]

Watching from New Zealand. I'd love to visit your country one day and taking one of these ferry trips would definitely be on my 'to do' list Kia ora (be well in Maori)

[@Anachronism91]

"The comforters have great abs" -- brought a smile to my face :) Happy new year!

[@marciatimboy5138]

Thank you so much for this New Year's Day post. I truly enjoy and look forward to your videos. Going on a vacation to ride as many ferries as I can in Japan is on my bucket list! Hau`oli Makahiki Hou 2022 & Aloha from Hilo

[@w.w.2restorations.vehicles698]

Thanks for Your videos and Happy New Year from Washington State, U.S.A. The perspective that You provide of Your Beautiful country Japan, is remarkable. I am happy to have stumbled onto Your channel. Too bad that this Vessel, The Fukuoka 2, will be retired after just 19 years of operation. She is still quite elegant and looks to be in very good shape for Her age.