I Survived the Night in an Abandoned Japanese Campsite

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[@TokyoLens]

*Would YOU Stay here? What did you think of this place? Let me know down below!!* Use code "LENS" to get $5 off your #Sakuraco team.sakura.co/tokyolens-SC2309 and #TokyoTreat team.tokyotreat.com/tokyolens-TT2309 boxes now! Use code "TREAT23" to receive additional Halloween Mystery Snacks in your TokyoTreat box for a limited time. Experience Japan from the comfort of your own home! PS - Thinking of doing a Patreon Meetup in the studio this month... (^_^)

[@AmandadeOliveira]

Omg I've never camped in my life, I've always wanted to, but I never could. I've would stay in that van for sure. Something i didn't do this year was definitely travel and explore. This year was crazy for me, and I just didn't have the budget and time. I also feel like the year is ending super fast, and I didn't do anything other than work. Great video, Norm! Hugs from Brazil!

[@zoof1306]

I wouldn’t do solo camping there lol but with some friends maybe

[@ChiChisStreams]

I was thinking how cool it was to camp there.... but...as soon as that killer wasp appeared, nope. I would have burned the whole camper and paid the insurance 🤣

[@FieraMyst]

I would love to do that as I've always had a thing for camping in isolated camp grounds, the less noise there is of civilization, the happier I am on such trips. =^.^=

[@lehphyro]

No

[@distantstar4961]

I love how you always make us feel like a good friend you brought along for the trip,thank you for taking us with you.

[@shannondore]

That's exactly how he make you feel. One of the reasons I love watching his videos.😊

[@brodyanderson9339]

I agree. Nobody else I watch gives me the same vibes as watching Norm.

[@TokyoLens]

all too kind~ That being said, thank you for coming along (^-^)

[@Hate_Silvia]

thats actually a really good description of how his videos make us feel, spot on tbh. love watching these videos

[@lindsaycordova91]

Perfect way to describe it. It really does ☺️

[@CarCrashf1]

If there's one thing I've learned from watching Tokyo Lens, it's that the quality of the campsite directly correlates with the sketchiness of the road leading up to it.

[@aliceDarts]

Honestly, I have been following a lot of people who vlog in Japan, and strangly they have never come across or even mentioned these crazy huge hornets. For a hot second I thought that they didn't exist in Japan. I seriously love your honesty and your genuine happpiness.

[@JoeSchmmo]

Norm, you struggling randomly through out the trip was a treat! Made me feel like I was the one camping! Great video as always!

[@TokyoLens]

lol it’s all about those little struggles 😂 Glad you enjoyed it eh~ 😊

[@With_Me_JAPAN]

So happy to see Norm is back to his adventure! (Always perfect music too!) Love the spontaneous encounters to abandoned buildings and beautiful red bridge😆✨The camper van looks really comfy. Hope you will have more campings in the future!

[@TokyoLens]

Well hello again!! Always such kind comments~ Thank you for that Hope you're still enjoying making videos!!

[@SmilingQuokka]

This feels like the most Tokyo Lens camping video ever. Also, I love how you forgot a few important things. I did the same with the family trip we are on right now. I realised last night I forgot something to sleep in and my toothbrush, and something minor for our daughter's health. 😅 Thankfully there was a store nearby and my husband's mother saved us with the healthcare item this morning as she came later. As for staying there, provided we had a similar vehicle to sleep in and a way to deter the wasps (allergy to bees and wasps), I'd give it a go. It looks like a peaceful place. ❤

[@rovert245]

These kinds of adventures in Japan are quickly becoming my life's dream, thanks so much for taking us along with you. Taking steps to quit my job and move out there, we'll see how it goes! I always appreciate the inspiration...and I'm also impressed you didn't have any beer in your cooler.

[@TokyoLens]

Hahaha 😂 I was tempted to grab some beer But wanted to be ready to drive if necessary at any moment haha Best of luck to you and what’s remember, if you’re moving out to Japan, make sure to spend your first few years developing as many marketable skills as you can while networking~ You’ll work a lot… but if you build that skill set and network, over time you can build a great life!!

[@Stormcrow89]

Finally got the time to watch this! It’s exactly what I needed. A new adventure, some rain, a few spiderwebs, and what feels like a dear friend to share it with. Really enjoyed the bridges and how quiet this campsite was!

[@DreamofJapan]

I would 100% stay here. The scenery, the freedom, the escape from reality and just having a moment of peace to collect yourself with nature and simply relax. Such a beautiful video. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into these videos to give people the opportunity to experience what they may never have the chance to themselves.

[@huzbaha]

Love your adventure, Norm. All those-not knowing the support poles for the awning, cutting the bag of sausages and dropping it on the ground, cutting a hole in your pocket, that little drama with the hornett, and also bumping your head on the door- are charming & entertaining. 😂

[@TokyoLens]

Thank youuuu 😊

[@kevinholt2648]

Norm, so glad you got to go camping finally. This looks like a little slice of heaven for camping, I would totally be into this place. Murder hornets and spiders notwithstanding. Thanks for showing us the nature and beauty of Japan outside the cities. Hope you got some good rest for your visit.

[@TokyoLens]

Such an amazing space! So glad I could make it back! Thanks so much for joining!!

[@BillWD]

I miss camping and hiking and I have always wanted to spend a decent amount of time in Japan. I don't know if I ever will now but I hope so. I would definitely stay there!

[@garey_0435]

Finally more camping content!!!! The camper vans and forest explorations are what really got me into the Channel! It’s great to see more of it, keep up the great work!!

[@TokyoLens]

been waiting FOREVER to get this going!!

[@garey_0435]

Hopefully the weather there is much kinder going forward! I cannot imagine how dreadful summers in Japan can be.

[@doolallyshake64]

I felt the anxiety when you closed that door to listen and see if the hornet was still there. Very relatable feeling.

[@Megadoomer125]

13:25 is probably my favorite part in this video. The leaves falling with the rain and the soft music is SOO GOOD!

[@TokyoLens]

Wish the camera showed how peaceful it was in real life

[@lifewithmochi]

I just realized that my favorite thing about your channel is how you make me feel like I'm there hanging out with you and you're teaching me as well as showing me the coolest stuff about both life and Japan. The vibes are so cool I forget that you are by yourself filming lol it really feels like I'm there. If I ever need to get away, I just put on your channel and come hang out 🙌🤙

[@itsfonk]

I very much appreciate experiencing your exploration of scenic places like this. I don’t get around much these days and have always dreamed of adventuring through Japans wilderness and countryside. This is wonderful 😊

[@griffrafff]

These little camping adventures give the most "norm" vibes out of every video. You really can see how happy you are getting out again. I'm not the biggest fan of camping, but somehow get envious whenever I see you doing it lol

[@Incognito413]

Can I just say, thank you Norm, for giving me a push into camping? When I was a kid, I spent a lot of time just wandering up and down the hills and hollers I grew up in, and as I grew older I just sort of stopped spending time outdoors. But watching your videos had me going "I wanna do that." So I bought some camping gear, and did. So again, thanks for helping me get back outdoors! Also, I'd totally make that drive and stay there. Those roads are positively highways compared to some of the dirt roads around here.

[@KirstenReusch]

Ah!! 😍 How I've missed the crunching of the debris under the tires and shear drop-offs. Counting down...17 days 😊 Back to the adventure and mystery. Have a great week, Norm 💜✌️🐦

[@TokyoLens]

whoa.... 17 days eh!! Thanks as always Kirsten!! Your most recent box has actually been a bit of a life saver lately haha Thank you!!

[@KirstenReusch]

@TokyoLens was wondering if that was the campsite you had to give up on on the trip with Taiki. ✅️ 🗒 It's beautiful, but also really has that creepy vibe. Cooking with Norm - camping edition 💜 No judgment on the cooler. Everything looked amazing, and just what you want when camping. 😱💀 on the suzumebachi and huntsman, but the new camper van looks comfy and well set up. So much love for this one: 🎵, adventure, nature, and a challenge

[@Goneforever111]

Don’t feel bad Norm, I didn’t fare well this summer either over here in Florida 😢 This year the summer heat was unbearable 🥵 Just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to make these videos and see Japan through your eyes. I love Japanese culture and anime, I hope to visit one day. 😃 I would definitely do that trip with the camper van it was awesome to watch. Love your camping experience 🙂 I’m completely accident prone so that would’ve totally been my experience as well😅 I really do enjoy watching your videos 😊🤗 thank you again!

[@Embarrassed_Mess_]

That campground is absolutely amazing! Who needs safety when you have those gorgeous views? 🤣 Thanks for bringing us along for the fun! 😊

[@nicolefernandez92]

✨Super amazing 👑 🍂Happy October everyone 🎃

[@KaiOrCurtt]

I’m glad that someone finally mentions the downsides to camping, for some reason people act like bugs don’t exist lol. It always seems so peaceful in people’s videos.

[@martinbastian8545]

Love these adventure videos Norm! As a norwegian, it's understandable that the heat is a bit much, personally I tap out at around 30 degrees celsius so I can't imagine how the japanese summer heat must feel. I really wanna visit japan and explore some myself in the future, would probably travel in spring and not summer though. I must admit that the giant spiders, giant centipedes, killer hornets, bears and snakes kind of scare me, the worst we have in Norway is probably wolves, moose and european adders, although there have been some bear sightings recently so that might change. Anyways, keep it up Norm, love your vids. Btw, is april a good month to travel to japan?

[@a-un7952]

Yes without a cedar pollen allergy.

[@behappydamnit2752]

"Would you stay here?" Totally! *sees that giant spider* - Absolutely not. Nope. Never. Na anh....

[@tiffanyhaberacker]

I'd just like to say, どうもありがとう! for showing these amazing places. My heart yearns to travel like this & I've always wanted to visit Japan, plus there's a sort of an eerie serenity when viewing abandoned or old places like this. My mind just reels with what the people who lived there use to do in their day to day lives & what happened to them. Each building has a story behind it & I love it. Unfortunately, medical issues have put a stopper to my dreams. Yet, I'm fortunate that I can still experience seeing these small corners of the world when people like you share them! 😊 So thank you & keep up the great work!

[@roydoncrerar2852]

Hey Norm, I'm so happy you're out camping again because I love seeing the Japanese countryside. This campsite really is gorgeous like you said, I absolutely love it! I would go there in a heartbeat. The remoteness of it all is perfect according to me. Your van was also pretty sweet, looks comfy. Love your videos Mr, take care!

[@artfxdnb]

I always enjoy these narrow mountain roads, thanks for taking us along for the ride!

[@TokyoLens]

More to come!

[@artfxdnb]

Great news @@TokyoLens, it's always a pleasure watching these videos and having them on in between working on music, there's something about the scenery that's just very inspiring. One day I'll immerse myself in it, but until then your channel is a great alternative 😄

[@nagasako7]

Interview or day in life of grounds keep would be hell of a video. Talk about dream arborist job. I'm assuming they thin out overgrowth. And wood work.

[@sunshinelegend1348]

Bro cooked so much food! Haha four kabob's, a whole steak, thenn 3 glizzies! with the side salad! 💀🤣 must be on a bulk. 💪🏽then bro smacked down some smores effortlessly.. 👏🏽 after a meal and head smack like that, I would have actually slept like a baby. Great content 👍🏼

[@thedude5916]

Haven't kept up in a while but it's wonderful to see you still loving what you do and your videos have kept such a level of quality and consistency that I don't on other exploration channels, stay safe, thank you, and take care 🤙🏽

[@TherealestJedi]

Bro as much as that place looked super peaceful and quiet and of course very beautiful. I have seen enough Japanese horror films to know that I would be mad spooked, esp with no cell service hahaha. Great video though! You ate like a king :)

[@ouri0911]

your videos are so cozy :')) this channel is my favorite place to escape to

[@RenManinJapan]

If you have your motorcycle license… come to Nagoya… I’ll take you to some secluded camping spots in Shiga and Gifu.. Motorcycle camping can take you to great spots in Japan.

[@bintang9661]

Always a treat to see you on the rurals, I can't believe how smooth the roads are when they probably only get driven by once or twice a day

[@TokyoLens]

Id say that road is more like once or twice a week at best lol

[@Ckinproduction]

Thanks for another great video. Love seeing the beautiful nature that Japan has. Stay safe out there!

[@yossisureta2578]

Oh yeah!! This is what I have been waiting for🤩🔥🔥🔥Norm’s solo adventure!! 22 minutes went real fast… I wanted to watch more lol And the new camper van looks so cozy💖 1000% on my bucket list to travel with that camper van to the beautiful camp site in the nature~

[@hunterevns]

Very happy to see you out travelling again! These videos always make me feel a part of the experience, cant wait to visit places like this when I am over there next month!

[@abdulm2609]

Weather looks perfect. The country looks absolutely stunning. Glad you have a fun and nostalgic experience

[@SuperbFairy]

Always love seeing your videos Norm, they're such a wholesome window into some of the best parts of Japan, thanks for the effort you put into everything

[@mydonglingCha]

Norm your camper van videos are some of my favorites, I'm glad you were able to do it again despite your busy year. The many outtakes this video has are appreciated!

[@TABULA__]

They should install a protection net that drops down, so the bugs don't go inside the vehicle :D

[@rogerelzenga4465]

I live for this shit! ...... most people do not know how it feels to be in the middle of nowhere eating a hot meal you prepped over a fire, or a hot cup of coffee in the morning as the birds chirp around you..... That feeling is pure freedom :D

[@armtinyannie9771]

ah I've missed these! I've just realised how close you are to 1m subs! I still have my pre 50k sticker 😭💜

[@MicheleJean]

I couldn't help but laugh, and feel bad. Poor Norm, it seemed like if it could go wrong it would go wrong on the trip. Hopefully you still had a good time.

[@Midami422]

Your videos always make me smile. As always, thanks a bunch for these cool adventures.

[@sweetarchangel6748]

Not gonna lie, I was a little disappointed when you opened the cooler/fridge and there was no Sakuraco or Tokyo treat boxes inside. But, I was happy to see a minute later that yes, yes you did bring them ^_^ Absolutely no judgement on the cutting of meat. I also use scissors to cut my meat, and homemade pizza. Oooh, another sticker to find. Happy hunting for those tracking them down ^_^

[@usamaepekonis]

Love he scenery shots in this video. I turned up the quality to 2160p and it just seems magical

[@TokyoLens]

the 4k viewing is an absolute must! haha

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Nrom. Your camping adventure are always so awesome and so fun.

[@firoen]

Your camping videos are still videos I come back to occasionally for comfort watching so it's very nice to see more of them!

[@bork0992]

Love the camping videos, glad to see you back at it!

[@jameslong3936]

So glad the weather is becoming for agreeable for such adventures. Thanks for sharing. I’ll never see these site when I have the rare occasion to visit Japan due to family obligations and other priorities. So glad I can experience this through you!

[@pydepyper]

So excited to be back to campervan and camping videos! All your content is enjoyable, but these videos are just so fun to watch!

[@maheshhiremath5048]

Thank you for another great adventure, as always.

[@sunayanapaul2029]

I love watching tokyo lens ... it feels like all my stress are relieved even if it is for that moment but it feels good...and yes someone in the comment section was rigjt ...watching him actually feels like being on a trip with a good old friend

[@TokyoLens]

That is such an insanely kind comment to leave on somebody’s video. It put a smile on my face and I want to let you know that I appreciate you 💜

[@MarcWeertsMusic]

I love your videos, so glad you’re uploading regularly again! Are you planning on visiting that guy who lived in that old school and made coffee again at some point? I loved how happy he was with his life.

[@nathanharper639]

So happy to see you camping again. The Japanese country side is always so beautiful and you are one of the few who show that true beauty. Thank you for everything.

[@whyisthisathingnow...]

Great to see you on another adventure again! I had really been hoping to go camping myself earlier in the summer but with my work contract ending I'll just have to hope for a round 2 in Japan in the near future.

[@manveerbraich9501]

Always love a camping video!

[@nanook_ivana]

Definetly would go to this camping site, the nature is beautiful 😍 I´m glad you got the chance to go camping again Norm, liked the video a lot. I must admit that by watching Tokyo Lens I came to appreciate and love Japan and its nature way more than before, and I am thankful for that 😊

[@demiurgeofmercy8681]

man i love your videos dude, i find myself just binging these from time to time lol i legit cant wait for even more videos

[@alecangelo7443]

Another camping video yay.. these are always soothing to watch with the awesome views and weird and beautiful spots you take us to always make my day.. Thanks for bringing us along.. Happy Sunday Norm..

[@TokyoLens]

More to come! and see you again soon!!

[@alecangelo7443]

​@@TokyoLenswaiting patiently already 😊

[@grimnir8872]

"it's hidden somewhere in these mountains" That's literally everything in Japan!

[@kareymccann]

I simply just love watching your adventures. Thanks so much.

[@jamesb2651]

I love watching your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@brooksnorthcutt668]

Another camping video is exactly what I needed to get the day started! I love the cozy feel of that camping vehicle. Need to get one of those...

[@toshizue8627]

Always fun to see you on an adventure

[@ashoween8728]

I love these random hidden camping sites! We used to go camping all the time in Northern Japan and it was so nice to be out camping with no one around.

[@The_Foil]

Love this kind of videos so much

[@caiofvr7]

Love your videos, Norm! Thank you for making them!!

[@alanndra]

Looks like a fun camping site! Not loving the road up there, but would be fun to visit, I think! Glad to see you getting to go out and enjoy nature and camping again! Love the van!

[@Argumentable]

I'm not much of a camper myself, kind of got ruined for me as a kid (not really an interesting story) but I love these camping videos. I enjoy seeing the countryside and even if it's something i'm not into, I love hearing you talk about it. Keep 'em coming

[@yami2227]

Norm, it has been way too long since you've done this and I can't wait to be part of the journey again, watching. Your enthusiasm is exactly how I was and how I will be in Japan, since I find myself in the way you enjoy things and what you enjoy - during Corona when I couldn't enter the country or apply for any job, it was always bitter-sweet to watch your videos and sometimes I'd even avoid Japan content altogether; but with you, I always found some time to sit down and chill watching a VoD of a livestream or a video of you exploring. Now that I'm only waiting for my papers, it's only sweet, no more bitter, when I watch your videos - so keep em coming!

[@TokyoLens]

Yami!! WAAAAYYYYY Too long missed this all summer Glad to be back at it!!

[@cauxzieruffhausen9547]

The campsite looks lovely, wasp included. It's quiet, green, peaceful and hopefully restful. The road to it looks sketchy but the little camper van seems small enough to manouver to the site without too much worry.

[@phongle5070]

yessss, adventure videoss, thanks you as always

[@NoYeah000]

Yeses! Finally!!! I love seeing japan's scenery! And your a good storyteller!!! Thank you!😊

[@RizalRepin]

Nice to see a new video! Japan has been mad hot over the summer, I'm gonna be down in early November for a very short trip. Glad to see you back!

[@ladywithpinkglasses]

I love how despite of how clearly exhausted you were, you still tried to stay positive!

[@exotictasterthe3rd295]

Some of my favorite videos of yours are these camping / countryside videos. Keep it up!

[@coolest453]

Always look forward to your uploads!

[@TokyoLens]

Thank you so much~

[@ninjaman1751]

Love getting more camping content 🔥🔥🔥

[@maverickflint1991]

Always good to see you sir another great video.

[@emilywilliams909]

I really loved this video! 😊

[@Trucker_Michiel]

I would stay there for sure! I love campervan journeys and have done several trips just by myself. There is a unexplainable beauty in being in nature on your own. Thanks for making this video

[@KatieCeee]

Yayyy ! Ready for the adventure 😤

[@olive4naito]

I wish I could have gone camping this summer too. But gas prices in Canada are pretty bad. On the bright side, these videos allow me to live vicariously through them. 20:47 This is similar to when I mean to turn on a light and turn it off instead because it was already on to begin with. Thankfully it only happens when I'm distracted.

[@Theorof]

These countryside outdoors videos are the best. 👍

[@mkEaly]

Thank you for your awesome videos!

[@SuJuYoon]

YES! o i missed your camping videos so much. welcome back Norm!

[@tinkertoe5243]

So happy to see this type of camping content back on your channel!

[@TokyoLens]

Glad you enjoy it! absolutely LOVE making it (^-^)

[@NickC0]

nice seeing a quiet relaxing solo camping adventure, the caravan looks to be well kitted out

[@lindsaycordova91]

Always love your videos. The camping ones are my favorite though 💙

[@rosetiger7268]

Glad to see you posting :)

[@MeiWatashi]

Yes!! I love your camping and exploring videos 😍 Japan is so pretty

[@TokyoLens]

me too (^-^)!! and Japan is the perfect country for it!

[@TATOOINETABLEFLIP]

Love it Norm! Thanks for the new camping vid! I’d totally stay out there!

[@leclerc3915]

I would absolutely adore going out and camping there. Although I might prefer doing it during winter or late autumn when there's less bugs and insects, I hate those so much!

[@ALiX416YYZ]

Another great vid man!

[@darthalpaca]

Looks like you had a great time. Always loved the bridges over rivers in the forest. So serene. If i were to ever do this I would have to overcome my phobia of spiders. 😂