IMPORTANT Japan Tourism Updates 2024 | 7 NEW Things To Know Before Arriving In Japan!

[@manuman.u]

Discovered you shortly before my first visit to Japan. Using all your tips to move around and mark places to visit . Thank you

[@realstage1925]

I am Japanese. There are areas of Japan, especially in urban areas such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, that are adversely affected by excessive numbers of foreign tourists. However, there are many minor cities and regions that are rarely visited by foreign tourists. If possible, avoid Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto and visit regions such as Kyushu, Tohoku, and Shikoku.

[@gaalxystar1873]

Thank you for letting me know about the areas you recommended for us to go which three has the most arcades?

[@meditationrelaxationwithem113]

Thanks for the update

[@camilamachado4521]

Are those areas accessible for people without a car?

[@realstage1925]

@@camilamachado4521 Of course. You can access these areas by plane, train, or highway bus. And it is possible to get around the regional cities by train, bus, or cab.

[@danneytee]

I love it ! You inspired me to travel to Japan. I just came back from a 2 weeks trip and also made a vlog on it 😍. Keep up the great work!

[@peytonsassafrass2207]

I just got back 3 days ago from a 3 wk vacation in Japan. I had the best time and the cherry blossoms were beautiful. I'm getting ready to go back , this time I want a private tour guide, I will be contacting you

[@harblife]

Sounds great! I look forward to your email!

[@goldlotus7831]

Thanks for the update.

[@FollowTheSunAustralia]

Excellent video Alex and Matilda, never thought I'd see the exchange rate be this good omg !! Especially for those from USA , I always wanted to go inside the state guest house, I only saw it from behind the gates , I believe they have the most beautifully manicured garden

[@harblife]

Yes and it looks like it is only getting crazier! Check the recent exchange rate for the yen!

[@HawaiiJapan808]

I checked out all those toilets on my own. The clear ones(go at night) and Kengo kuma ones were the best. The guest house is a fun tour too, even the huge mansion in front is a cool tour, keep up videos🤙🏽👏

[@datlam7836]

Thanks for the update! The yen exchange rate is crazy.

[@harblife]

It's only getting crazier too. Check the latest updates

[@Death_Bounty]

Awesome video I'm going to go ahead and go to the bank and get me some yen for my next trip and put it away. Can't pass up the good price!!

[@harblife]

Yes this is true! But if you look at the exchange rate now, you'll see it's getting even crazier!

[@Yuko10371]

Great update !

[@harblife]

Thank you!

[@LeeGeeEd]

I am coming to Tokyo in two days. This is my very first time with no Japanese. I am excited and nervous. I am hoping not to get lost. I also need exchanging currency information which or where would be the best to do so. Any suggestions? Please help!

[@magn2924]

Interesting as always 👍🏻

[@harblife]

Merci!

[@mamunhumayun]

Regarding the new YEN notes, do you know when the old ones will be phased out? (as I still have a lot and am planning a trip this November)

[@Lukiel666]

10,000 Yen to Can is about $90. So I can just move the decimal 2 places for an approximation.

[@Shottie-ci1cr]

Hey harblife I’m planning a Trip to Tokyo in may and I was wondering where in Tokyo I get get some authentic hibachi and where to get some fried rice and the best spots for seafood.

[@harblife]

Contact me on my business email for more help!

[@HacksignKT]

I was lucky and I was able to get the 2000 yen bill last Aug. I was so happy.

[@FollowTheSunAustralia]

Haven't seen one of those in forever

[@myamadadds]

I have about 20 2000 yen notes, many of them sequential bills. I was told to use them as quickly as possible, as the Japanese consider them unlucky. However, I thought they were unusual, so I held on to them.

[@FollowTheSunAustralia]

@@myamadadds good move!

[@ToldByAbe]

What happened if you still have old yen bills, and arrive to japan after july, it still accepted right?

[@datlam7836]

Yes

[@myamadadds]

A friend of mine exchanged really old yen, which she found in a relative's bank safe deposit box, at the Bank of Japan. The bank officer informed her of the upcoming currency change and told her that the current currency should still be accepted for at least a few years.

[@harblife]

Yes you'll be fine!

[@chuck6290]

Purposefully planned my trip for right after Golden Week end! Sounds like it'll be too crazy to bother.

[@raymondweatherspoon126]

Hi, my name is Raymond, I Really am Enjoying the Quality and the Professionalism of your Videos. I was wondering, Once the Japanese Government SWITCH to the New Currency Design, will the Old Design Currency be Worthless, Unusable? If you Know, could you Let me know, and Any other information that you have Concerning this issue. It's impossible for me to Visit Japan before the Conversion to the new Currency Design takes place. I have a Large amount of Japanese Paper Currencies. Any Advice and/or Help would be Greatly Appreciated. Take Care, and All The Best To You And Your Family, Sincerely Raymond Lee Weatherspoon.

[@harblife]

I highly doubt it will invalidate your old Japanese bills. However, once vending machines are updated, you might not be able to use them on vending machines anymore!

[@cyberxspeed]

Abolish the federal reserve.

[@LeviathanSparrow]

I'm going in 3 weeks. Believe I'll be "supporting local businesses" by buying as much food as I can get my fat hands on.

[@manuman.u]

Kuidaore

[@LeviathanSparrow]

@@manuman.u That's the plan!

[@ayumiejulianayoshiga4418]

I watched on another channel that people who carry their smartphones in their hands will receive a fine, it's true? I'm going to need Google a lot when I'm there.

[@harblife]

Not true so no need to worry about that!

[@Yuko10371]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@vaporcitizen3276]

we're making too much money on tourists, lets deter them from visiting. wasnt complaining after pandemic money boost. lol

[@gumballdarwin2330]

9:25 Ouch, That the illegal way to sell stolen goods for profits.

[@1peruvianguy]

🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵

[@harblife]

yeeee

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[@jonathansakura]

countdown to the next planned-demic lol for the HarbLife hit to a million subs and live on a content creator visa and quit his dayjob lol

[@harblife]

lol I really hope that doesn't happen! I would much rather the world remain open haha! Good to hear from you man!

[@maikeirini4631]

Wasted over 4 minutes talking about the Yen!

[@shoiku4734]

It's not a waste to him because it adds to the duration of his video. The longer the better for monetization. Just skip to the part/s you are interested in.

[@DOCTORKHANblog]

Can you stop complaining?