How Starting YouTube and Moving to Japan Changed My Life!

[@hangswithchristian]

🙋🏽‍♂️ I’m collecting great stories from experiences in Japan you might have had for potential sharing in future videos! If you have a great story to share - Join the Discord and share your Japan story/experience in the #share-a-story channel or email it in to: [e-mail] 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@helenvictoria8880]

Hey Christian, YES we finally meet your beautiful wife! So happy that you’re making all your dreams come true! Best wishes to you both!! Xx

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey Helen! Great to hear from you and thanks so much for keeping up with the story. I’m so happy to introduce Kaori finally. She is just as beautiful on the inside as the outside, that’s what makes her so special to me! Appreciate it mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Damacobian]

Congratulations to both of you 🎉🎉!! I have seen your channel since you decided to move to Japan and I’m impressed on how good life is been for you there! 😊Amazing things will continue to be happening this 2025! ✨🙏

[@hangswithchristian]

Wow you’ve been watching since the early days! Thank you so much for sticking around and enjoying the videos. It’s been a wild journey…so far…I can’t even imagine what the future holds but right now I’m just loving everything about this moment. Thanks so much for the long time following mate, really means alot 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@volodymyrkondratenko9672]

So much inspiration Christian! Thanks for sharing your journey🙏

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate the kind feedback buddy! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@makaizaku]

YES!

[@hangswithchristian]

Ayy there he is! Thanks so much for watching legend! I hope your Fukuoka journey is going just as well. Keen to catch up soon and hear all about it 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@makaizaku]

@@hangswithchristian Definitely. Let's catch up soon. I'd like to hear what else you may have planed for 2025. 🔜

[@luchonieves]

Bro I'm going to say it again... the edition level, the concepts, the topic, the transitions, everything is GREAT. You're doing an amazing job with the videos man, keep it up!!

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate it, man! So glad you are enjoying the channel! Trying to raise that bar a little higher every video as I'm still trying to find my feet a little with making videos but heaps enjoying it haha. Kind words legend! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@dogecl]

I love the chemistry. Great-legendary-level comeback, Christian! Let's go!

[@hangswithchristian]

Haha love the commentary ya legend! She’s definitely a keeper ay! How you been buddy, whats on the agenda for the year ahead? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@reecerx7]

Amazing mate. So happy for you both

[@hangswithchristian]

So good to hear from ya, thanks for watching mate. Kind words 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@jesleila2525]

So proud of you for saying YES to life! I love seeing how far you’ve come! You both look so incredibly happy and it’s amazing to see your love shine on camera. Hugs and love to you both!❤

[@hangswithchristian]

Thank you so much for the love Jess! Crazy how a simple word can really just change soooo much hey. I take it also this is the Idaho Jess I know, correct? haha either way, super appreciate the support legend and look forward to hearing from you again soon🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@longjohntravels]

I am so happy for you guys! Just the positivity I needed for the day mate. I am gonna take that energy and use it today haha. Thanks for another banger video Christian. Really enjoyed the sweet story and I like how well your guys parents got along that was sweet.

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey John! Thanks so much mate, I'm so glad it added to your day in a positive way, that's all I could hope for! And totally right? Our parents got along sooo well considering they only spoke a couple of words of each others language. We couldn't have hope for a become meet! I hope you've have a great start to the new year mate. What's your goals for the upcoming year?? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@OldGreyWolf_おおかみ]

What a great story! This resonates so strongly; I feel like I'm in a similar situation of discovering a new country where I want to relocate to but fighting all the doubts, challenges and insecurities in my mind. Making the decision at almost 50 makes it all the more difficult. I'm returning to Japan for a second three week trip next month and YES is the word I'm keeping in mind; positive vibes needed for positive outcomes.

[@hangswithchristian]

You know the feeling! It's so crazy how much just saying Yes more in life can really add so much more to your life. It can lead you down paths you'd never previously would have taken and open up great opportunities that never would have come. It's legit turning right instead of left, you never know whats around the corner. Keep that positive mindset and if its something you really want, write it down, a step by step goal on how to get there and make it happen! You got this legend! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@ChaniJapan]

YES! Great video Christian. Glad you are back 😀

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks for the love and support Chani! Glad to be back making content again! How's everything going up your way?? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@ChaniJapan]

@ just getting back into a routine after all my family went back home.

[@hangswithchristian]

Ah that’s so great that you got to have your family here as well, mate. I’m sure you miss them as much as I miss mine! I am super fortunate that I get to go back there at the end of March for a visit. I can’t wait! Did you get back home often?

[@ChaniJapan]

@@hangswithchristian I haven’t been home yet. I really don’t know when I’ll get a trip home next.

[@hangswithchristian]

Do you want to go back? Do you miss it? You are so lucky to have a house here. Gives you a foundation of comfort I imagine.

[@NatsuN-x7y]

Great video!!! So happy for you both. You two absolutely had the EN dane ;) Nice to meet you Kaori san

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much, buddy. I’m so glad to have made this video and share my beautiful lady with everyone. She’s such a kind person! Appreciate the support mate as always 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@isaactegg4966]

The lady the myth the legend would love to see more of you both on the channel go well champ

[@hangswithchristian]

Haha great phrasing, she’ll love to see this comment no doubt! And absolutely, hopefully I can start having her on more often but she does easily outshine me sooo haha Appreciate the comment legend 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@sam-4423]

Hey mate, thanks for sharing and opening up a bit more. Looking forward to seeing more videos!

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks mate! Glad you are enjoying the channel. I am excited to share more in the future. 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@joshstinton]

YES to this channel!! Love it mate and your lovely wife is a natural on camera! Sending all the love from Oslo!

[@hangswithchristian]

Haha thank you big legend to you and your own lovely partner! You are truely an inspiration mate and I can’t wait to see you first video drop SOON! Mate so excited buddy🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@alexnichols6324]

Yeeeah buddy! Awesome to see Kaori getting involved in the videos! Stoked you said “yes” to moving here and Kaori saying “yes” to you! 😉 What a great addition you are to the Fukuoka community 👊 Cheers legend! 🍻

[@hangswithchristian]

Good to see her in front of the camera right, she completely out shines me haha. Great to be living here in Fukuoka mate. Looking forward to coming over your way for a taco from that truck of yours fella 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@EzyStyles]

Heyyy dude!! Been ages glad you are back. Hope you had a nice xmas and happy new year. So awesome introducing your wife to us will be great to see her more in your vids . Her english is perfect and fluent too. It's definitely a huge move leaving Australia to a new country. I can relate to this when I was young (Hong Kong to Australia) and am glad you made the right choice! Matane and thanks again .

[@hangswithchristian]

Mate - LONG TIME! Where ya been? Haha, great to hear you can relate, it’s a big move mate and it's cool to know we're on the same journey! But yeah man, great to finally share her with the channel, she's a gem hey. Hopefully be seeing more of her in the future if she feels up to it. Though she does love being behind the camera so we'll see haha Appreciate it buddy! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Dampney_]

The editing and transitions in this video are spot on 🤙🏻 congrats on the journey

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate it, mate! Always trying to level up!haha 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@julianmcgrath9504]

Always look forward to your videos mate. Cheers from Melbourne

[@hangswithchristian]

Cheers back from Japan mate! Appreciate the support as always buddy. I hope you’ve been well 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Wild_Cat]

I knew she was the wifey from the previous video

[@hangswithchristian]

hahah so many people asked me previously but I just 'avoided' the question and in a vague way haha. Looking back its pretty obvious right? 🤣

[@nash4life124]

Happy new year!! Great video as always, you look great together. Glad you're happy and found yourself. Keep up the videos....and continue saying YES!!👍🙏

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate it so much mate, great to hear from you again and hope you’ve also had a great start to your new year yourself - keep saying YES LEGEND!🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@andyholiday3280]

Good video mate, your video some how popped up on my feed and im now subscribed. How's living in Fukuoka been? I'll be spending 10 days travelling Kyushu next month, can't wait.

[@hangswithchristian]

Mate - thanks so much for the sub! Im so glad you enjoyed the video and the channel. Drop any feedback around the other videos also, would love to hear it! Love Fukuoka hey, its a great city with perfect balance to be based out off. You’ll have a blast travelling Kyushu, its so stunning. Whats you plan on where to go? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@JulieStevensonUK]

Hey Christian, good to see you back and Happy New Year! I feel like there's a life lesson within your vlog for all to learn from. You do not want to get into your senior years and look back thinking I wish I had done this or that. Life is too short.....

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey Julie, as always great to hear from you! Life is never too late, age does exist but only to those who think of it as a gauge for the length of our lives. Live everyday to its best and be happy we are here no matter where we are! Wishing you the absolute best year ahead mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Japangen]

Congrats! From another fellow expat/immigrant in Japan. Also married here. Wish you and Kaori all the happiness and success in the world!

[@hangswithchristian]

Oh mate, that’s really kind of you to say! Right back at your legend and I hope that you and your partner have an incredible year ahead 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@PennieinNagoya]

Great video, very inspiring. I said yes last year to come to Japan and start a new life, but I am in my late 50's lol I am so glad I said yes also. I love your creative videos you are a natural! Keep it up ♥

[@hangswithchristian]

Mate, that makes me so happy to hear that and I’m sure others reading this comment will draw inspiration that age is only a number and its never too late to chase your dream. Well done and I wish you the absolute best for the big year ahead no doubt legend 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Tommykee999]

Missed these Vids hahaha, glad ta seeya doing well Happy New Year 🙂

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks for the support mate, appreciate it! Had to take a little break, but I'm back now and stoked to be making new content! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@bmyckk]

You're living my dream. Hope I can take the leap too. Keep going champion!

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much, you should go for it! Whats the leap you are wanting to take? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@bmyckk]

@@hangswithchristian I dream of making the move to Japan, but I would have to leave behind my life in Aus. Tough decision. Any tips that helped you make the decision?

[@hangswithchristian]

I went through that exact same decision so I know exactly where your mind is at. I legit gave up everything from career, friends and family to come and live here and it wasn’t easy. You just have to be absolutely sure it’s what you want but also know that Australia will always be there. I guess you have to ask yourself the question, do I want to be asking later in life, I wonder what it would’ve been like if I lived in Japan and just picked up and went? That did it for me! Best of luck to you and keep me updated if you do. I love hearing when people chase what they want 👍🏽

[@Wild_Cat]

I was wondering why you haven't updated in a month, welcome back!

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey mate! It’s good to be back, appreciate the support! Hope you’ve been well 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@AverageBot]

yoooo he is back. Hope you had a wonderful start into the new year. 明けましておめでとう。

[@AverageBot]

just saw my comment in the video 😁. Chasing my dream will hopefully happen this year. Fingers crossed for october🤞

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey legend! So good to see you back in the comments, always good to hear from ya! I hope your start to the new year has been just as great as mine. Chase that dream this year legend! Fingers crossed for ya 🤞🏽🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@hotel3sixty64]

Fantastic start to 2025 mate, and what a great introduction to your lovely wife too! Who doesn’t love Sushiro? It’s consistently good in my opinion. Do you remember what you had on your first date? How about doing a video at some stage comparing the different kaiten sushi chains, such as Sushiro, Hamazushi, Genki, Kurra, and Kappa? I’m sure that would be hugely popular-just my two yen’s worth. Really love your channel mate, and can’t wait for your next instalment. Happy New Year!

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much for tuning in buddy. It’s always great to hear from you! As for what sushi I had, I wouldn’t have a clue to be honest with you, but I’m sure I was trying to eat less than I normally would because when I’m normally there, I smashed so many plates haha Great idea on the video too. I’ll have to look into that in the future because I do love my sushi so that’s an easy sell for me! Haha Appreciate the support as always, mate . I hope you’ve been well 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@LostTerminalVideos]

First Hangs with Christian video since I moved to Japan. Glad to see you back!

[@hangswithchristian]

Mate that’s so awesome - UPDATE US ALL! How’s everything going since the move? Ups and downs, fill me in buddy!

[@LostTerminalVideos]

@ Things have been good, though I'm definitely overwhelmed with choice paralysis. There's just so many things to check out that I end up doing not much at all. Finally got my desk set up so I can start working again which brings some nice normalcy into my life again haha.

[@hangswithchristian]

Haha I totally understand. Sometimes writing down all the things that you want to do or have heard of really helps. And then make an effort of ticking at least one of those off a week or so. Seeing a visually and writing it down, m really makes a difference!

[@typerightseesight]

I feel like just going for a walk outside there would be like a mind binder for real. lol

[@hangswithchristian]

Around Japan you mean? I love just walking around the Japan hey. Lately I've been on the bike and it's so awesome to take it in also. Appreciate you tuning in mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@tpatrickl9539]

I've been out of the loop. Spending some time at my second home in Arizona getting it ready for rent. Going to make some good money for the winter season. Much nicer weather here than the northern states and the snow belt. It's a good opportunity to make money to pay for the house expenses. Very nice to meet your wife, she seems like a very nice person! Funny how things happen. You are the legend!

[@hangswithchristian]

Oh wow, that sounds amazing that you have a second home away from home - jealous! I hope everything is going well over your way, buddy. Appreciate you tuning in and hope you had as good of a start of the year as I have legend 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@akainikki]

I visited Fukuoka last year at the recommendation of a Japanese bartender in Taipei of all places. Really liked it a lot. I think Tokyo is still my favorite place just due to how huge it is with endless things to do, but I did prefer the charm of Fukuoka to Osaka for example, which I visited on the same trip. Will definitely go back.

[@hangswithchristian]

Oh truely, was he from Fukuoka or just a fan? Yeah I totally know what you mean, I do love Tokyo and majority of my friends and history with Japan is based there though nowadays, Im not sure I could live there. The way I always phrase is it, you don’t want to live in the party but you want access to it. Fukuoka is the perfect balance to live with access to the rest of Japan easily. Hopefully you get to come back again soon legend🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@akainikki]

@@hangswithchristian From Kobe. So just a fan haha That was a good analogy.. I thought partying in Fukuoka was pretty fun in its own right

[@hangswithchristian]

Oh yeah buddy, night life in Fukuoka is so fun. I actually find the peoples energy in Fukuoka wayyy better than anywhere else also haha Plus it is smaller, so everyone kind of knows each other!

[@stephenworldwide]

I'm living in Fukuoka! And I'm getting married this year. 2025 is going to be special.

[@hangswithchristian]

Mate that’s so awesome to hear, congratulations to you and your partner in an awesome year ahead! And just quietly….the best city in Japan 🇯🇵🙋🏽‍♂️ Wishing you the absolute best 2025!

[@johnwidmer4517]

Yes is a great word brother. Yes japan is awesome. Looking forward to you and Kaori coming to stay in Himeshima and having a great Aussie coffee with me and my beautiful wife Teruko 🇦🇺🇯🇵

[@hangswithchristian]

Its simple, but it can work wonders right! Looking forward to coming down your way one day to share a warm cup of coffee with the pluggers out champion 🩴

[@user-zd6fb3kr4y]

Mhmm. Yeppers. Absolutely. Affirmative. Of course. Yeah. YES. Thanks legend

[@hangswithchristian]

haha hitting all the right affirmative words there buddy, absolutely love it! Making this video reminded me so much of the Yes Man movie. Did you pick up the cut I put in from the video? haha

[@emilydimmick7614]

Oh I love this one and getting to know a little bit of Kaori! I also would like to know what lipstick she is wearing. I love it!

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey Em! I’m so glad you enjoyed mate! This video was so much fun to make. And guess what we get to hang out tomorrow in Hiroshima! Excited to see you mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@hangswithchristian]

PS, I’ll have to find out what lipstick that is for you haha

[@wateronfirefk]

what a great feel good video, great work

[@hangswithchristian]

Ah thanks so much mate. I really appreciate that! I had a lot of fun making this one, so it’s great to hear good feedback like that. Cheers champion! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@DMarinari]

Your video is very well edited.

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate it mate! I put a lot of effort into my editing, so it's nice to hear it's paying off. Though I love raising the bar each video is taking more time haha🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@happymumma79]

Great vid as always!! It's so nice to 'meet' your wife, she's so beautiful!! Looking forward to more awesome vids in 2025 😊

[@hangswithchristian]

Appreciate that, mate! Thanks for the support and I'm stoked to be back making new content but most of all to introduce my beautiful lady. Always good to hear from you mate, how's the start of your been? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@happymumma79]

@hangswithchristian great!! Just saving to come back to Japan. Hopefully be back in November fingers crossed 🤞

[@hangswithchristian]

That’s so awesome to hear! Best of luck coming back to Japan in November. Hopefully it’s still during the autumn period which is the most beautiful time to visit Japan in my opinion autumn 🍂😍

[@frederickhansen7108]

Duuuude, yes, was the best word you could have followed!

[@hangswithchristian]

It's crazy how simple saying yes can legit change so much. As I said at the start of the video, it does sound cheesey haha but it's actually so powerful saying yes more than no. It's always, everytime, led me to incredible places and experiences. This is the perfect example! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@bluryeye1]

Cool video, Thanks.

[@hangswithchristian]

Glad you enjoyed it, keep an eye out for more! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@DanPos]

Hey man, great video! I'm interested to know what sort of visa you've ended up moving to Japan on, was it marriage and straight to a partner visa? Did you go on a different visa and end up getting married whilst out there?

[@allanwhatmough1178]

Great video mate! I’m curious, how tall are you haha?

[@hangswithchristian]

Thank you champion! Really appreciate the feedback. Haha I am dead on 6FT, whys that buddy? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@SurojPuri]

Amazing ❤🎉

[@hangswithchristian]

Thank you mate - appreciate the support as always!🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@jonesr227]

Christian, Now that you've settled down in Fukuoka, I'm interested to know what sort of work you're doing there. I think you hinted a little about it in your video.

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey mate - thanks so much for tuning in! Yeah buddy, I've spoken about it in previous videos before but I'm pretty much doing this, making videos and helping promote beautiful Japan especially the Kyushu region. I've worked super hard to be able to afford the time and pursue this. I've head that questions brought up in my Ask me anything videos before so feel free to check it out! Appreciate the support mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@jdeckard1243]

Where did you film ? Ohori Park??

[@hangswithchristian]

Nah buddy, I do love Ohori Park but we drove around everywhere about an hour south of Fukuoka. The interview part was in a park in Kurume. During autumn the trees are beautiful there! Thanks for tuning in legend 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@CarolAllean]

❤❤😊

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much for tuning in buddy, really appreciate it🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Katashijp]

Christian your wife looks beautiful and glad you both are together

[@hangswithchristian]

thanks so much mate, I couldn't agree more. She's just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. I'm a super lucky fella! Appreciate you tuning in mate 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@Katashijp]

@hangswithchristian your welcome

[@진경라이브Jinkyunglive]

산 속의 멋진 모습 아름답습니다

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much for watching mate! The mountain and shrine there were so beautiful 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@universe682]

Your wife is so beautiful and her English is fluent🫶As a Japanese,I feel like I hesitate to get married to the woman from the another country.Did you have any concerns or difficulties about the marrige with her?

[@hangswithchristian]

Honestly, she was just the one for me. I love and adore her, and she loves me. Thats all that matters. I just feel so lucky to have found a lady like her! She’s truely special and she doesn’t know how much 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@eatrunandtravel]

Hey bro you’re a lucky man she’s a beauty

[@hangswithchristian]

Thanks so much mate, I’m a super lucky fella! She’s a gem. Appreciate you tuning in for the watch legend 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@frederickhansen7108]

Rock star, what's crackalacken???

[@hangswithchristian]

Hey big legend! Just have a blast of a start to the new year - yourself?? 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵