Exploring Rural Japan! Shrines, Ume Blossoms + Setsubun | Hofu, Japan

SPRING IN JAPAN, EPISODE 2
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Hofu Tenmangu, Yamaguchi, Japan
14-1 Matsuzakicho, Hofu, Yamaguchi 747-0029
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[@heratlas]

eekk!!! I packed this episode with a lot of fun facts and information, and a few things that are good to do, even as a foreigner while visiting shrines! Also.. SETSUBUN! I hope I did it justice explaining what happened.. we were laughing so hard, I can't wait to go back to Hofu, Japan!

[@melissaacosta6571]

Omg laughed so hard at the casting of the demon part! Loved it looking forward to visiting Hofu one day and that beautiful temple! Can’t believe is over 1,000 years old 😱 being from the states is hard to imagine something being that old. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us to travel more! 💕

[@heratlas]

When I looked it up before going my mind was like *col, cool* but couldn't really register it. It's so incredible to know you walk the same lands as so many people have before!

[@c3l457]

i seriously can’t stress this enough, i’ve been here since day one and you have grown so much. from ur video editing, to youtube ideas, to camera quality, i love everything so much. i’m so grateful to experience japan with you through your videos! がんばって！❤️

[@heratlas]

Eekkk! Omg thank you 🥺🥺🥺🥺 this is so nice to read 💌

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[@c3l457]

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[@SundaiLove]

Yasss. Bokksu girl tell me you tried the dondon Yaki? So good right

[@heratlas]

yesssssssssssss!!! Okay so I CRUSHED the sugar coated Mochi (mocchan dango Mochi)... did you try the funwari Mochi puffs 🤩🤩🤩🤩 they turned the Mochi into like air crisps - the texture is so cool!!

[@SundaiLove]

@@heratlas oh shoot! I haven’t let me try those next 😭

[@heratlas]

@@SundaiLove please don't deprive yourself of the magical texture!!

[@tabitabiHOFU]

Hello. It is a tourist association in Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Thank you for visiting Hofu City. And thank you for making a great video! Please drop in at the tourist association the next time you visit Hofu City. I would be happy if I could introduce you to recommended sightseeing spots.

[@stephie-senpai2394]

omg the people at the restaurant seemed so nice!! it’s so awesome that you got to experience setsubun just by a crazy coincidence like that

[@katiesmith9646]

Oh wow! Hofu Japan is this sister city of my hometown

[@SamFournier]

The hanging Ume blossoms bring me so much joy and that’s just through a screen. I can’t imagine in person😍 I can’t wait to go to Japan and discover all the beauty it has to offer.

[@heratlas]

Are you planning to make and spring in france videos?! I would love to see one on the lavender fields if they're close by!

[@SamFournier]

@@heratlas yes, I’m super excited for them to start blooming along with the sunflowers! It’s about an hour away from my home.

[@McGGd1]

Omg the Setsubun part had my dying. How lucky was it that you picked the right pair of shoes to get to experience that??

[@kirseitis]

Please keep expanding this style! I love love love the history Bits. Almost as much as I love your group dynamic. Its so wholesome to see the genuine excitement you all have for the world you are exploring ❤️

[@heratlas]

Kirsten! You've been here since the EARLY days!! Thank you so much for all the kindness you always spread on my channel!

[@kirseitis]

@@heratlas I really mean it. The quality of your content just keeps getting better and better 👌🏼🌸❤️

[@jiyu18]

Welcome to Hofu. I grew up near Hofu Tenmangu Shrine. We are looking forward to seeing you again.

[@SamFournier]

Caitlyn! I just love your giving heart, you have such a sweet and genuine soul!

[@heratlas]

Currently watching your videos as I'm writing you, which I love!

[@SamFournier]

@@heratlas you just made my day

[@coconutpanda]

I was seriously laughing (very loudly) at the Setsubun part! So cute, so good and what a good story.

[@charlywarly2412]

Another great video! Couldn't stop laughing at you casting the demon out, you looked a little like Chihiro in Spirited Away in your red dress 😁 💕

[@NinjaMonkeyguy]

I spotted a snoopy among the dolls.. also, skid-addle .. that word always makes me happy!

[@crisrockwood]

I love this mini series of visiting/exploring. I’m so happy i found you on tik tok some months ago ♥️

[@heratlas]

AH! I am LIVING for this spring series too! All the pink spring vibes are bringing me back to life after hibernating at home this winter!

[@jacquelinezelaya4690]

Last part of the video was my favorite, everyone is so welcoming and happy to show you the traditions 🤩

[@AlinaRakowski]

I love waking up and watching your videos

[@spencerandrews2294]

I loved this episode so much! thank you for taking us along with you around Japan!

[@zaynablayla7870]

I have been following you for a year now. Love how your style grew. The quality of your videos, the bits of history/explanation I really appreciate it. Stay safe xx

[@JavisandLea]

Can I tell you how excited I was to see this new upload 🤩 I love this style: the overview really primed me to know what to expect, the cinematic shots get better and better and the fun facts are MY PERSONAL FAVE I LOVE FUN FACTS (is that very Gemini of me??) anyway thank you for sharing your trip with us!! loved this video a lot especially your Setsubun Situation HAHA it was so wholesome, and such a genuine interaction!!

[@heratlas]

FUN FACTS ARE MY LIFE TOO!!!! Thank you so so much for always being so supportive - I hope we can meet up when its safer!

[@giselleaacop]

Love the intellectual humility, openness to learn everything, and respect! ❤️

[@colleenowen7826]

Love that you got you nails done for this partership! So smart!

[@ToriaezuBi-ru]

Welcome to Tenmangu!! I’m living in there’s around . Thank you for introducing Tenmangu！ Please take good care of yourself😊

[@Rikkepiie94Denmark]

Would love to see a video from Linda too! 😍

[@heratlas]

RIGHT!!!!! We love her 🥰

[@AmberBaerlin]

I love your channel Awsome work it’s so relaxing 😌 and I love Chinese culture

[@closernear5058]

Hi ! I live in Hofu. Thank you for introducing my hometown.

[@kennethkendall880]

Omg this vlog was absolutely adorable. I absolutely loved the ending. it was so so special.

[@annatheadventuress]

The ending made me laugh! I just love how wholesome and interesting that tradition was for you to experience!

[@qtpa2tpm]

I am living for the color palate of this entire video - so so pretty.

[@toshikawa3515]

On Setsubun, you can throw beans out from your house even without devils, saying "Oni Wa Soto" or "Devil, get out!" and throw them into your rooms, saying "Fuku Wa Uchi" or "Good Fortune, come in!". And you eat the same amount of beans as your age. This is the Setsubun ceremony.

[@heratlas]

AH! This is the clarity I needed... I don't regret my time with the demon, but I am really excited to know I can do it without someone in a mask X)

[@Mwoods2272]

You can go to the Meiji shrine in Tokyo and they have the same ceremony for dolls. Walking around and looking at the dolls is very spiritual, you feel the love, the dolls gave and received.

[@christimoody]

First time to come across your videos of Japan. I'm looking forward to going back now and watching your previous content! I think you say in the beginning you are traveling 1 hour to Hofu? I am in the stages of buying an old Japanese farmhouse in between Shunan and Hofu to renovate. Looking forward to seeing more of your journeys!

[@虎哲古河]

私はここの近くに住んでいますが改めて行きたくなる程素敵な動画です。

[@Rose-yd7bn]

Another beautiful video! I live in Boston and it still cold here... plus we are pretty much still lockdown... so it’s so nice to watch your videos... thank you🥰🥰🥰

[@etherdog]

So much fun and serendipity at the pizzeria!

[@bamwich57]

This video brought me so much joy. Thanks!

[@livingoverseasadventures4192]

I love your Japan videos! Inspired me to start blogging about our Journey in Japan 🥰

[@claudia5446]

It was as if I was there! It is so wonderful that you add your inner child in everything you do. Keep that way. Greetings from Athens Greece

[@cchu1980]

wow nice video, japan is so photogenic. would love to go visit again! i bet kids would love to have those discarded dolls....maybe in needy countries.

[@wolvesandwaterfalls]

The temple looks gorgeous! I had no idea people weren't supposed to throw away dolls there either. That was really interesting

[@vkelsey1938]

This was a great video, I love learning more about Japan with you!

[@fionachinkan4223]

What a beautiful shrine. I think it’s interesting that they believe the dolls have a soul.

[@lessilu9104]

This video is goal! Thank you for sharing, and the shelves with the exposed potteries are fantastic! It would be so nice to get a tour of tour collection of potteries :)

[@xJessiGirlProx]

That demon thing was soooo cute to watch! 😂😂

[@daily.leelee]

Your videos always bring me so much joy! Thank you for sharing 💛

[@liadupuis9265]

Love love love your videos! Always very inspiring and funny! Keep going Caitlin

[@Kobbba5]

I was going to say how peaceful and awesome the temple looks (and I can't believe it is that old! I can't get my head around those years) but then, the dolls! They look beautiful and everything, but I've seen too many scary movies! 😅😅

[@lifeinasia4769]

What a nice place! I always love having adventures. Thanks for sharing :)

[@Mia006]

Aaawww that was fun!!! I’ve seen the Setsubun ritual else where in Kimono Mom’s KZbin channel recently and in Terrace House. Looks so much fun!! And I think I’ve been caught on camera by local news teams a bunch of times too here at home 😅

[@LayersOfJenn]

Omggggggg those sneakers!!!! Such a cute idea ~

[@tasharecio9216]

Love the videos as always! Your eyes are STUNNING in this video! 🤗🤗🤗

[@blueearth8067]

防府市を紹介していただきありがとうございます、幸せます!!

[@sofialorettahochstrasser6902]

So early! Can’t wait to see all your videos - it’s so cool to see your editing style develop each video. You’re an absolute treasure! 🧡🧡🧡

[@heratlas]

Thank you Sofia! I think with each video I get better, but it's really cool that you guys notice it too.... but most importantly enjoy all of it!

[@tomoyoshikinoshita8946]

Wow, I am friend with the founder, Danny, from Bokksu!! Thank you for the great videos!

[@missg3703]

I am currently planning a month long trip to japan for next year and this is now definitely one on my list 😍

[@jontel7]

A little late to watch but i still love the video! I just wanted to say how beautiful your sakura themed make up looks! It's amazing🤩 Do you remember how i said everything is grey in sweden? Well, it's white now. The snow came back and I'm not happy about that...😥 The shrines looks so beautiful too! I hope my upcoming chemistry, psychic and english test goes well! And the people at the restaurant was so sweet 🥺 sweden could never!

[@beatriceluciano1520]

Hi Kaitlyn I hope I spell your name right but I came to write you and say love your videos since I watched in my Xbox. I love everything!!! Thank you for bringing a lovely culture that is Japan!! I hope someday visit Japan!!! Thank you for the video and taking your to show my favorita country, thank you!!!!

[@nature_nd]

Beautiful video! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@gosiaswiety]

So many helpful information :) thank you :D I can't wait to go and visit Japan :)

[@mandalasilver]

The casting out of the demon was the best!

[@heratlas]

Can you tell it was my first time 🤣🤣

[@schontje2]

You've got to love Hannah's small steps when she throws XD

[@heratlas]

okay but who is hannah XD

[@schontje2]

@@heratlas my phone litteraly corrected her.atlas as Hannah 🤣🤣

[@kokonut3011]

Another great video. Your eye color is so pretty!

[@こつぶ-y3m]

ようこそ日本へ！言葉が分かりませんが楽しんで頂けましたか？またのお越し、お待ちしております。

[@franciscagarcia3791]

You are stunning (and your videos are amazing too) ❤️ And japan is my favorite country ever

[@heratlas]

Thank you Francisca (I love your name!)

[@franciscagarcia3791]

@@heratlas thank you (my name is portuguese)

[@もん君-i5m]

Thank you for coming to japan.~♡

[@Grimsy_Max]

Those red headed dolls are even are creepy. Dolls with souls .... 🥶. Yes to your friend started a you tube channel ... I really like the extra historical and custom information ... Thanks though for spring !

[@leyinskamolina8333]

Love love your videos💛. Could you make a video explaining how to use the app(bokksu)& how payments work is a bit confusing. Thxs

[@runhunted2195]

I just love love love your videos 💕 💕💕💕

[@heratlas]

Thank you Run!!!

[@annielinkous5771]

Oh Sooo Amazing Girly👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼❣️❣️❣️🥰🥰🥰

[@john1john21999]

LOVE your videos!!!

[@heratlas]

thank you John!!

[@amandawalker7508]

Omg my friend also revised Bokksu! Love love love!! How do you find out which small country side places to visit? Does it take long to research?

[@Kate-mz2kr]

May I ask what the name of the song you used in this video is called? It’s like where you show the shrine and it has piano in it and it’s kind of sad but inspirational haha. I would like to listen to that song on repeat while I do everything LOL. Thank you. Amazing video as always💓💓🌸🌸

[@leslieayresrifkind4469]

Anyone else’s breath get taken away by how freaking beautiful she is??

[@therealtammytv]

love love love your videos ^_^

[@Christina.Lunaa7]

I would love to know what gear you use to vlog! Seriously live watching all your vlogs!

[@heratlas]

Coming soon! I did just get a new camera and OH MY MY it's made such a big difference. Its a Nikon Z6 and I'm really pleased with the quality!

[@Christina.Lunaa7]

@@heratlas i have the z7ii. I am looking to get the z6 to vlog too. I can't wait to see your video!!!!

[@heratlas]

@@Christina.Lunaa7 In the video I'll be sharing I'm doing an unboxing.. however I'll definitely discuss what I don't like about it for vlogging!!! I'm also still using my Canon GZx (I look like a crasy person, lol)

[@Christina.Lunaa7]

@@heratlas Sooo excited! Thank you! I'm in Okinawa. We are hoping to travel to Mainland when things calm down some.

[@jemmas-h2842]

Loved this!

[@id7478]

素敵な動画です💕💕

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[@heratlas]

we try we try!!

[@mominn123]

Hi great video. Was wondering what camera + lens are you using? Quality is so crisp!

[@liravi]

Your eyes looks so beautifulllll!!!

[@heratlas]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@kathryndenise]

Love this!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@heratlas]

Thank you Kathryn

[@Christina-vd3ow]

I kept thinking she was saying "Whole Foods" 😅

[@Sigh.Klopps]

Aaaa so that explains the beans in Animal Crossing

[@そま-m9n]

防府はいいとこですよ〜 コロナがおさまったらぜひ是非 お越しくださいませ〜！

[@MickiMacaron]

That whole thing at the pizza restaurant must have been so awkward at first but it’s such a good way for the business to interact with their customers 😂

[@lux2852]

The town im moving to is 1252 years old and I cant imagine how it was living there around that time :0

[@lostfox27]

The video just started and and Is that a pizza oni 🤔🤔🤔

[@borahae9815]

Oh ma god!!! I'm early YAY 💜💜💜😆

[@heratlas]

hi friend!!

[@borahae9815]

@@heratlas 😱 HI 👋

[@lovingturnip]

Because of this my husband started throwing his chips at me saying 'Oni Wa Soto'

[@leebughman8085]

I am very happy to have found your youtube videos. We look forward to each episode. We are learning so much. The episode you did the cherry blossoms and said it smelled like Bath and Bodyworks Cherry blossoms I ran and put it on, yes I had it, and we had smell-a-vision. We just had so much fun along with you. We just love it when you also do the taste testing from all your 7 Eleven runs. Wish they were like that in the states! Thanks for keeping us laughing during this time too!

[@soo023]

ようこそ防府天満宮！

[@朝倉雄介]

6:15 Ninomiya Sontoku 二宮尊徳 にのみやそんとく(= Ninomiya Kinjiro 二宮金次郎 にのみやきんじろう 1787-1856). By the way, Sugawara no Michizane 菅原道真 すがわらのみちざね (845-903) Just to make sure...

[@nuiatkinson7117]

I love your mask where can I get it?

[@kaile5050]

The Ume blossoms are so pretty against the darkish bark, thank you for sharing this shrine visit Also how cute are you(!), chasing the devil out, y'all are so fun & respectful while participating

[@kenziegaming3553]

Keep up with the great work on recording all of your amazing adventures in Japan!!! I have almost watch all of your vids and every time I see a new vid, i click so fast cuz i can’t wait to see where you went!!! My dream is to go to Japan one day, maybe even live there!!! So thank you for providing some really cool and interesting facts about Japan!!!

[@phoebevivi5442]

Where did you get your coat girly

[@ananyaverma13]

Early!! ❤️❤️

[@heratlas]

Hi sweet ananya!!

[@ananyaverma13]

@@heratlas Omg hii i love youuuu

[@taromi9120]

I guess "hanging" is okay, but aren't they usually called "weeping" not "hanging?" For trees like cherries, ume, willows, etc.?