I Spent a Day in a Hidden Mountain Village in Japan

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Today we are deep in the mountains of Japan and exploring a once-hidden valley rich with onsen hotsprings. An area that was once a secret spot in Japan used by warriors to hide out and rest~
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[@TokyoLens]

THE EXCITEMENT!!! Yes!! We are doing a massive road trip adventure again this year!! New locations and hidden spots EVERY SINGLE DAY!! And the route... to be chosen by Patreon yet again!! In fact this year we've been working on a series on how to find hidden spots like Tokyo Lens!! Come and help plan the adventure! 2023 is going to be an exciting year!

[@emgriego1]

The road trip videos are my favorite. Excited to see more.

[@t.kersten7695]

What was this Town called again? Geto? I couldn´t really hear it in the Video, but the (automatic?)Subtitle calls it "Ghetto", so i guess it might actually be Geto?

[@MultiFish]

So excited for these adventures! Will be in Japan for the whole of April and hope to have some of my own!

[@bjnick9256]

@@t.kersten7695 It is the town of Gero in Gifu, Japan (in Japanese ro sounds very similar to do)

[@HonorXPrinciple]

I know you probably won't notice this but man I love what you're doing.

[@With_Me_JAPAN]

Your adventure is just like a RPG game! The wooden onsen ticket was very cute and the private bath with the tatami mats looked like a special treat for you walking all the way up to the top!😆✨

[@TokyoLens]

YUKAA! Did you watch everything 3x like you promised? hahaha jk Was truly a special treat! and look at you! Only 200 subs away from 10k!!!

[@CeB0H]

thank you for taking us on these trip so that people like me who cant travel to Japan can experience it through your videos

[@TokyoLens]

people like you are why I started the channel so thank you for always being here for it!

[@Raizag]

I cannot explain why but I love aesthetics of Japanese temples and architecture in general so much. And that kind of mountain paths are the best, more rural you go I just love how much quieter things usually get. Especially hiking further out when you suddenly stop and are just surrounded by silence is just so surreal feeling every time. Cannot wait for more videos of you showing more amazing places around the Japan, always such a nice way to cheer up the day to see one of these popping up on the feed. :3

[@TokyoLens]

I totally agree!

[@mionka96]

Every video with a new area to go mountain-climbing makes me wish I had done it when I was in Japan! My Google Maps is now full with so many spots to visit thanks to your videos! I cannot wait to come back to Japan and visit all the places I marked 😊

[@TokyoLens]

Gotta come back soon!

[@thevectorchef]

I like how you go to areas that most KZbinrs in Japan have never come across. Most of them go to the same trendy tourist traps, restaurants, etc. which can get tiring when you have seen it on someone else's channel. This is a nice change of pace to seeing what Japan is truly about. I'm a graphic designer/illustrator and seeing those places are quite inspiring. Makes me want to travel more since I work from home for most of my day here.

[@Diie89]

These mountain views are always so stunning, love the videos!

[@TokyoLens]

They are!

[@hihillari]

These videos make me emotional. I feel like my window of time to explore the world is closing, but having these incredible videos to live vicariously through is some serious solace!

[@jefftraboulsy8631]

I'm not the only one?!

[@CallmeTress]

I feel this strongly, it sucks the mind set of the western world is work till your so old then explore and play … but you’re old ! I want to do it while I’m young

[@Zombie_Caddie]

Congratulations on the big sponsorship! You really fricking deserve it. You feel the love put in these videos. All the best!

[@beccamay93]

Love these kinds of videos from Norm. As someone who's been watching videos on Japan for 8+ years KZbin can honestly start to feel a little same-y when it comes to Japan content. But hey that's why I follow Tokyo Lens 🙌🏼

[@TokyoLens]

thats insanely kind!! Thank you so much for that~

[@hihillari]

THIS! Been watching JP and KR blogs since 2016 and it gets repetitive. Norm takes you to the paths less traveled and also makes you feel like you’re THERE.

[@murisakiasuna4423]

Love this! The mythology of the white crane tie-in was spot on. I absolutely love the hike.

[@soltersortna]

Love all the mythology in the video, you should do a whole series on local stories like this!

[@TokyoLens]

That's a great idea! would love to do that~

[@yuukistraussable]

This will be an interesting content for Norm. I will sure to watch it!

[@haileysmith9913]

You really have some of the best camera work. The angles and scenery you choose, always amazing!

[@m.mishima9485]

Congratulations on obtaining sponsorship. I am truly amazed at the amount of videos and the places you have visited. It is full of fascinating things about Japan that even Japanese people don't know.

[@whyisthisathingnow...]

Ooh this looks like it will be good! About to go to sleep so will have to catchup on it tomorrow 😁 Who am I kidding...I'll watch it as I go to sleep😅

[@TokyoLens]

Hope you enjoy!

[@Bentears]

So beautiful! You share some pretty amazing off the beaten track places, it appeals to my inner adventurer! Thank you Norm 🙂

[@TravelingSoloLogs]

Awesome vid!!! Thanks for showing us another place in Japan!!!

[@daRich_X]

The landscapes are so beautiful. Not only the nature that seems so lush and alive but also the buildings, pathways, and farmlands - simply everything. Thank you for sharing.

[@retrogamingmaniac]

Love these videos! Thank you for these

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks for watching!

[@catwatson2795]

Another beautiful video, you have outdone yourself this time Norm! This one is going on the bucket list. It was interesting to hear about the local legend too. Keep up the good work!

[@pinkisflammable]

These videos always make me want to live my forest dwelling dreams! I 100% meant to be living in a Japanese forest somewhere. 😆

[@TokyoLens]

The Sperbs!! this is such a great place to be still so much more to explore here too!

[@canxel11]

Man Norm's videos have this refreshing feel of Japan, he always makes it feel adventurous and exciting. Props to you Norm for releasing good videos. Cheers! Hopefully one day I'll make an adventure myself on the mountains of Japan

[@cheriestolze]

Marvelous! I’ve been waiting.

[@songcrow]

So pleased for you getting EA you deserve it you are a real explorer hopefully you get to do more of what you obviously love which makes for great viewing .

[@utaume90]

Added Gero to my list of places to visit!✨I love how small towns in Japan are very creative to come up with tourism marketing strategies, little "details" (or bulky tegata XD) give off how much they care to make the experiences they can offer as immersive ad possible 😍 I really liked the music choices for this video❤

[@leahnardo]

I delight in your hiking videos! Thank you for these. You make me feel like I’m on an adventure with you every time you go somewhere.

[@DekoDioxide013]

Absolutely love your videos seen quite a few now and they are so relaxing and has alot of information in different areas of Japan

[@nickmarsh4176]

It's been half a decade since I was in Japan, and it'll probably be another 5 years before I can go back, but Gero is now top of my list. What an absolutely gorgeous town.

[@joshuakent93]

Another great video Norm and I can’t wait to tune into all the livestreams across Japan, I loved them last time, hopefully I’ll be able to tune in to all of them again this year!!! You spoil us with content I swear 😂

[@k_redacted5353]

The amount of moss on stones in this video brings me great joy!🤩 I also really enjoyed the mythology mentioned, I always find local folklore absolutely fascinating! I hope we get more folklore in the future!

[@ItsRatHead]

duudee i really excited for every things you said in the video, the game im really looking forward to it, the sponsorship is so cool i didnt expect you would get sponsored by them im glad for you, and of course the adventure im really looking forward for more spot you visit, otsukaree good luck on the editing and all the project

[@MrJoelo094]

Love seeing these mountain adventures! Really shows that there’s so much more to explore in Japan outside of the big cities. Great job as always!

[@fluidityyy]

I love how you can make absolutely anything sound and look amazing. The heron story is just so cool. Always a big fan of interesting little stories like that.

[@KirkKiyosadaTome]

Norm, in every vid you create, your musical background is readily apparent. I always love the ambience your score choices imbue into each and every journey you take with us.

[@SankarKumar-on8tn]

always eagerly waiting for your videos norm

[@Japanesestudydreams]

Really enjoyed this video. thank you. love learning about Japan and all it's areas. thnx for all the work you put into your videos.

[@puggyr650]

Sometimes a dream of mine to just live a peaceful life in Japan resurfaces. Imagine just waking up in countryside japan, getting up to the spectacular view.

[@raspberryjellydoughnut5727]

What a very special video you filmed here I saved it to be sure to watch again you done a great job narrating this one

[@TokyoLens]

Thank you very much!

[@kevinalldread2717]

It always makes my day when you drop new content!

[@Count-Drekon]

what a beautiful area, and the Sponsor of the video fit nicely :) thanks for the nice video norm :)

[@TheDrTwist]

I'm so stoked to be here for the new adventure as it comes this time! I can't wait to explore it all vicariously through you and add new locations to my Japan Trip bucket list!

[@TokyoLens]

Welcome aboard! its going to be a fun one!

[@stewartbracegirdle2271]

Another amazing video Norm. Keep the great content coming :)

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks, will do! or at least will Try! haha

[@buzz-bas]

Great daily adventure as always love seeing the mountain views. And even better with onsen town right there so you can relax after a long hike.

[@garantineshighlights6687]

Thanks for all the beautiful videos Norm. Living vicariously through your hikes!

[@voidepi]

Your videos are always such a treat! So excited to see where you take us this year!~ ^w^

[@LakituDaioh]

11:06 That was a really nice transition man. Nice video as always.

[@KillerTacos54]

Amazing video Norm!

[@arnoldrimmer9161]

Japan literally must be the most beautiful place on earth, amazing.

[@TokyoLens]

I would be hard pressed to disagree with you!

[@arnoldrimmer9161]

@@TokyoLens 😁 one day I hope to visit this breathtaking country and all its wonderful people. I feel drawn to it in a spiritual way. Your videos are truly awesome and I'm so glad I found your channel. Thank you so much 🙏

[@roarmaus]

I'm not a gamer. I would absolutely watch a movie interpretation of Wild Hearts. Concept looks amazing. Thank you for another fantastic vid.

[@TokyoLens]

that would be an awesome movie lol

[@becks5867]

This place is beautiful, I loved the shot at the top of the village looking down at the intricate streets and hidden alleys. The game looks awesome too, I know it must have been hard to keep this video secret! 💜

[@anotherwatcha]

Another beautiful spot. Love those hiking and walking videos. Thank you for letting us tag along on those adventures.

[@veezerrscharnhorst]

Another upload from norm is always a good time. Your adventure videos are literally spitting images of my dream travel, hoping I could do some of it one day

[@themaskedplayer]

Awesome video! Gero is also on my list to visit hopefully sometime this year or next. Very much looking forward to it.

[@lauratippie5573]

Norm, you always make your videos such fun and exciting to watch. Thanks for sharing the wonder and mystery of Japan with us all.

[@EvilPlanetStudios]

Thank you for sharing, dude. Your videos always bring me joy to watch! Because as you said it, it's almost like a fairy tale!

[@TokyoLens]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@EvilPlanetStudios]

@@TokyoLens Everytime, man! Thank you!!!

[@dblock5one4]

Thanks for another beautiful video 😍

[@joltrail3588]

Really beautiful locations you're showing with those videos. Thanks for that :D And reminds me that I need to get outside again. So many interesting places that can be discovered

[@0nyxVr]

Always so excited to see a new video!!! I wish I could do this myself! Another great video like always.

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks so much~

[@gnemelf]

Wow what a beautiful place! Love the video!

[@SmilingQuokka]

I think I say this every time, but what a beautiful place!!! That bath looked like heaven, especially after the busy day you would've had hiking the mountains, and what a peaceful view to enjoy with it. Thanks for showing us this area. What a great way to finish off the weekend. 😊

[@TokyoLens]

haha you can say it as many times as you want!! Thanks so much eh~

[@SmilingQuokka]

@@TokyoLens haha I probably will! 😄 Thank you so much for taking us on these journeys with you, Norm. Your videos are so appreciated.

[@nellyowings7222]

That shot for the beginning of the adventure and the stairs were straight out of a video game and were mind blowing thank you again

[@andrewlamb3585]

Great video, as always! Thank you for bringing Japan to me while I work to come back!

[@tj37475]

8:38 .. "It's kinda like that very first trip to Japan, you know, the very first time that you come to Japan and it ends up being like an appetizer, this thing that teases you, and you cannot wait to get back and experience more" ... Norm I absolutely know what you're talking about, I've only been to Japan once, but no other country I visited (16 in total) has had so much attraction drawing me back there ... I can't wait to get back to Japan .....I love living vicariously through your videos mate, keep them coming. TJ

[@dianechaniewski293]

I loved this. What a cool sponsor and game. You inspire me to "explore always". Thanks Norm. :)

[@elflass5544]

Exciting stuff! Not only is this adventure a thrill, but this video was beautiful. Your work just gets more polished. Wild Hearts also looks very cool; I don't game much these days if it's not at an arcade, but will definitely tell my brother about it because I bet he'll love it.

[@TokyoLens]

hey!!! the adventure is so real in this one! Can't wait to kick off this years big adventure~

[@Zombie_Spaceman]

So beautiful! Thanks for sharing Norm!

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks for watching!

[@inabearsuit2425]

Once again thank you for all your work, it takes a lot of effort to film a lot of the shots you do

[@TokyoLens]

Many thanks! Appreciate such a kind comment 🥰

[@Unknown-qq1qh]

I’m looking forward to the road trips stream and videos. I found your channel last year during the road trip so it’ll be nice to see another one!

[@TokyoLens]

That's amazing!! Cant wait to have you along for the ride!

[@Unknown-qq1qh]

@@TokyoLens Hopefully I’ll be able to catch some livestreams. Time zones are not my friend however

[@xredgambit]

Great video and everything looked lovely there.

[@mariavaz]

Love when you show us more traditional places. I love nature in general but Japan mountains and countryside are magical.

[@Gaara11990]

I will have to get myself back into better shape, every video you do out somewhere like this Norm has me dying to go hiking and just exploring. 100% getting out of the cities this next time around. Cool partnership with EA on this one two very fitting. Glad you are still on it this year and ready for the next stream and to see what other adventures this year holds. Stay safe and healthy.

[@AlinaTheGoblin]

Another example of a Norm video that makes me go "This exists in real life?!" Absolutely transported me away to a secluded mountain village, even while I'm trapped with bed rest all week. Thank you, sir!

[@IvyrKazegami]

Thank you so much for these videos :3 Don't think I'll be able to visit Japan any time soon .... but tbh that doesn't really matter because your videos are absolutely fantastic ! So chill and relaxed >w

[@dargondarkfire]

I love hearing about local Japanese tales. They ate always so intriguing, and i enjoy how you taje time to learn about them. Your videos are so calming.

[@laurabustos6560]

Mr Norm, your excitement is contagious!! I really appreciate the adventures I've been on through your content! 🙏🖤✌️

[@thempstead]

Such a beautiful location to visit and still so green even in winter. Looks a great place to explore. Looking forward to the upcoming adventures this year! 😍

[@TokyoLens]

It's going to be a great year!

[@emgriego1]

Yea hiking video! I just love your hiking videos in these green, lush, foresty areas. It gives me the itch to go on a hike myself. And to end it with an onsen, perfect. Looking forward to the live stream.

[@astroboy3507]

VERY nice outlooks!! And the private Onsen!!!!🙌🏻👌🏻

[@XtendoOne]

Man, with every video you hype me up to come back to Japan. How i miss the mountain views, and the Onsen. Reminds me of the time i wen alone to Shirakawago. That was an experience for sure ahaha.Once again, really nice Video Norm!

[@leonardoMCMLXXXIV]

Wow man!!! As an architect, I was amazed by the beauty of the temple that you showed at 1:58min of the video (gaves me desire to print screen and make my week walpaper hahah)!!! Gorgeous scene, excellent photography... the approach with the background mountains... Uhhh...what was that temple roof? Pure art expression! Sure a bunch of meanings! I paused a few moments just to apreciate the intersected planes, on top of each other, lightly curved... Oh... The serenity of beauty about Japanese structures. That brought joy to my work break today. Thank you, thank you so much for introducing us to non-standard Japan. Sorry if I wroted a bit diferent view proposed by script of the video, but I feel almost an obligation to share the enthusiasm. Success always friend!

[@sk.5]

Loved the video! Miss the livestreams 🥲

[@mejulesyap]

I miss Japan so much! I'm always grateful for your videos. They're like little windows for me to peek through to see whats happening over there :D

[@legodingseling]

The adventure videos just hit different! Especially when its the more rural places like the nakasendo. Looking forward to the next one!

[@billie869]

Beautiful. Love watching ur adventure. So passionate and soooo knowledgeable! Thank you for sharing

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks for watching! gotta love what you do!

[@daianaanamaria532]

Your videos feel like an adventure and the storytelling is really, really, really nice~ Enjoying it a lot!✨♥️

[@TokyoLens]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@TheBorgey]

Great video!

[@auberginebear]

Those were lovely views, I love hearing the legends and myths of places like these.

[@EwanCross]

Currently recovering from surgery so I've had plenty of time to binge all of your videos!

[@TokyoLens]

how are you feeling? good I hope!! Always leave me a trail of comments so we can hang out while you are binging!! great chance for me to get to know you a bit!

[@XYoukaiX]

Thanks Norm, really nice pictures as allways an I liked the story how the onsen was came into existence. I hope you will do more stuff like this ! also if you are ever anywhere near, maybe you could visit Tono from the Tono Monogatari where most of the Yókai stories come from.

[@Demanufactur3r]

One of my best mates worked on Wild Hearts and I'm happy seeing it popping up on your channel!

[@kristofnagy7908]

You always show so cool hidden spots

[@ThatGamerCher]

This is the kind of adventure I have always wanted, but no idea how I'll ever achieve. These videos are incredible as always, congrats on the EA sponsorship too! 💜✌🏾✊🏾

[@RememberSaiya]

Thanks Norm for your videos. I always love to watch them as an inspiration for my trip to Japan hopefully next year. My husband is very sick at the moment and your videos help me to keep my heads up during this stressful time between doctor appointments and helping him to get better. Our goal is it to make it to Japan for our 2nd wedding anniversary next year when he's hopefully recovered. Much love from Germany!

[@Frag-ile]

Can't wait for the new streaming adventure series. Last year was a blast.

[@TokyoLens]

so much fun!

[@luckerd_2810]

all of your adventures are so indulging I can't help but hope! Hope for me to have this kind of happiness

[@chelseacarpenter2302]

7 days and I'll be in Japan!!! I'm so excited and I'm definitely hitting some of the spots you've filmed over the last few years! One of which is the creepy vending machines in Akihabara 😝 your videos never cease to get me pumped up for my trip! Much love from Arizona 💜💜

[@ERICK4431]

Norm you don't need to play video games! You my friend are living the real deal! Beautiful cinematography 😍

[@zebulawienandt]

Perfect timing! Love seeing these videos first thing in the morning!

[@TokyoLens]

enjoy!

[@shelly7386]

Absolutely beautiful. This was a super cool idea

[@TravelGeeq]

Not only are you living my dream, but I always smile when I watch your videos. Thanks for sharing the great adventure!