Inside Japan's Most BRUTAL Prison

As we reach Japan's most northern point we explore Abashiri prison and hear how one man escaped it, ride an incredible ice breaker ship and go fishing for lunch.
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00:00 What's in Japan's Most Extreme North?
02:24 Riding Japan's Ice Breaker Ship
07:51 Japan's Notorious Abashiri Prison
13:51 Staying in a Log Cabin, Furano
18:38 World's Most Intense Poker Game
19:41 Ice Fishing for Lunch
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[@kapkant6197]

This is where Chris will be sent for bullying Ryotaro too much over the years

[@Mr.Jack09.]

😂 Justice for Ryotaro Aka Risottoro 🥴

[@AbroadinJapan]

At least I learned how to break out of this prison while making the video!

[@somewhereihavenevertravell3795]

And here I always thought Ryotaro was the one bullying Chris...😂

[@drcaligaridane]

Can't believe Chris finally got arrested for being mean to best boy Ryotaro

[@autonomous_trash]

And yet his actions are the only thing keeping Natsuki from getting rid of Ryotaro for good.

[@TheBigMWoz]

For not having much drift ice, the captain did his best by smashing that iceberg! Glad you got to (sort of) see it!

[@Dregkar]

I was gonna say! Glad the captain took the opportunity to give at least a little show

[@HolyMith]

"The people came for some ice, we will give them some ice!" - the Captain probably.

[@GLOCOgaming]

Finally, the boys actually fishing and catching ❤

[@puff3890]

Trashtaste Collab when?

[@backbackback9845]

Didn't expect to see you here, Gloco!

[@R3demptionzz]

Journey Across Japan has to be one of my favourite series of all time on any platform. The places, the people, the antics, I love all of it. Thank you to all the great people who make these possible.

[@LmnAdvDarkness]

Couldn't agree more, such an adventure and enthusiasm to match. Love it!

[@lsanicl]

These journey across Japan videos are some of the best videos on KZbin and I’m sure this will be no different! Keep up the amazing work Mr. Affable!

[@M447DT]

I fk love every second of it Could watch all day

[@AbroadinJapan]

Thank you! A massive team effort and a series I'm proud of!

[@GabbaaGhoul]

They really really are 🎉 It’s the best in quality and also really fun!! its like i’m tagging along with them and enjoying the beauty and crazy locations. it totally makes my day when there’s a new one tbh 😊🙌👏

[@tripel7470]

​@@LGWV Pete/PremierTwo streamed the making of this series of journey across japan on twitch, but the vods can still be viewed on youtube on his channel 'premiertwovods', they give a great insight onto the making of JaJ

[@ThorPalsson]

It is hands down the channel I watch most on youtube

[@DarknessDust]

So sad it's the last episode already 😭😭 These are always such a treat! Keep up the great work Chris, I always love your videos!

[@Pauldjreadman]

Quality over quantity.

[@callumdonington2227]

"That was for the Titanic bitch!"

[@R1L6N]

So glad that JAJ has become a yearly thing and isn't going anywhere. Special thanks to the patreons who continues to support this series and Chris for sticking up to it and just do what he enjoys.

[@batmanisreal929]

Why would you say so? Because of the views? In a way I'll agree, but it's partially upto the algorithm. It favours regularly churned out content instead of good quality stuff that takes months to make. But big up to Chris for being the best.

[@R1L6N]

@@batmanisreal929 Oh Chris actually said, i think it was either after the 2nd or 3rd JAJ, that he might stop doing the series as its not getting as many views as his regular ones and the reason why i mentioned the patreons is because i think they are a huge part of the reason why the series is where it is now.

[@tamaraadinolfi1052]

Watching Chris’s video quality go from vlog style filmed in his room to the professional documentary style content he makes now has been the most impressive come up I’ve ever seen

[@hmsverdun]

You probably get this all the time but thank you for all your videos your a big reason I went to Japan and spent 3 weeks there getting back last saturday. I would never have been places like the Hidotakayama retro museum without you and this series.

[@AbroadinJapan]

Many thanks for the kind words! 🙏 God I love that museum, so glad you got to experience it!

[@WillWilsonthesafetyguy]

I probably should've realised given the historical accuracy of the series, that the Abashiri prison featured in the anime Golden Kamuy is an *actual* prison in Hokkaido. It's super neat to see the actual prison and to see how accurate the anime was in portraying it's layout and the size and shape of the cells. Thanks so much for showing us all these cool locations and historical sites and as always, a fantastic video to be proud of!

[@echo.1209]

Shiraishi is based on the guy who broke out of Abashiri prison too :)

[@son12509]

I love Pete. He has such good energy, charisma, and chemistry on camera!

[@D.J.Themeparkvideos]

No, he's just another loud and obnoxious American.

[@kittyjuicer]

What a great journey across Japan this was Chris! I always splitscreen my monitor with one side being youtube and one being old school runescape, but whenever I see an abroad in japan video I always fullscreen to enjoy it the way it was meant to be enjoyed. Thanks for all your hard work, your passion shows!

[@AbroadinJapan]

Abroad in Japan 1 - Rune Scape 0 😎🙏

[@isekun]

This JAJ was so much fun, the addition of Pete to the squad made the series even more fun and enjoyable while the cinematography felt even more crazily good by landscapes covered with snow. I would once again like to thank Chris for continuing on my most enjoyable series on KZbin and hope we can continue to see this squad's journey through your lens in the future.

[@Lovelykochi]

As a huge Golden Kamuy fan this series has been super interesting. Can't wait to see where you guys go next :)

[@ze3934]

Hinna hinna

[@shenanigans8353]

@@ze3934 particularly this episode since Shiraishi is inspired by Yoshie Shiratori

[@funkthat]

Golden Kamuy reference its my fav show.

[@slimii275]

I just knew that it was abashiri when Chris mentioned the prison. What a masterpiece golden kamuy is

[@Only_Ameen04]

"Next season in Journey Across Japan: we literally go across the Japan border and went to Russia"

[@gorimor]

Production is incredible, always a pleasure. This channel is my comfort channel for those rainy days, or any day really.

[@AbroadinJapan]

Many thanks for the kind words! 🍻

[@syedzohair]

Dog Sledding and Train was definitely the highlight of the series. But you can’t forget about the rap battle and the Great Pete commentary🎉What a fun series

[@footjuice]

It's incredible how different this video feels to most other Abroad In Japan videos is that Chris genuinely sounds happy for the first time in his narrations.

[@footjuice]

Or well, I guess it could also just be sarcastic! Which would be very on brand

[@burnhamrobertp]

I legitimately thought you guys were just leaning on a prison guard, then I thought you were going to intro the guy that escaped by revealing you were leaning on him dressed as a guard...then I realized it was just a statue. What a rollercoaster of emotions

[@minpaku.breakout]

Hi Chris and Abroad in Japan Channel, Thank you for staying in our accommodation in Furano! We are glad that you all had a good time😊 We also have another vacation stay in Furano named THE LANDMARK, you can find us in airbnb as well🙌 We would love to host you again and maybe you can finally visit the famous lavender farm in the summer🪻 P.S. Personally huge fan of your channel! Love all your travel videos and looking forward for next series💙

[@chrissd.4425]

Journey Across Japan series is always a blast. Love the antics. 😁 I was wondering if you guys could do like summer escapade through Japan's famous or infamous rivers/caves for short hikes/expedition of some sort. Would love to see that too. 😊❤

[@AbroadinJapan]

NOTIFCATION SQUAD: Thank you for joining us on the last stretch of our 1,000km journey across Hokkaido! It was an epic adventure from start to finish and we loved taking you along for the ride. Let us know your highlight from the series! And if you missed an episode, be sure to check out the full series playlist here: kzbin.info/aero/PLSOR9_iNzVflb2CWbcuXX8JQoVTcXCh2X ⛩ Itinerary for WHERE we went: www.funliday.com/abroadinjapan/journals/89971

[@Jack_Daniels27]

Chris we are all deeply and madly in love with your affability and great charm, you look just like big Henry Cavill, with the voice of the angelic Sir David Attenborough. Very hot 10/10 would watch again

[@Mr.Jack09.]

In the The precious video Mc Natsuki and Dj jelly was hilarious 😂

[@glyde5759]

Notifcation 🤬🤬🤬

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Thank You Chris for this wonderful "Late Breakfast/Brunch Surprise for me. On vacation up on Sonora Pass once again at my parents home enjoying a large amount of Dinner Leftovers for my meal; Steak Mushrooms, bacon, ham, and broccoli will be enjoyed while watching !

[@zombiesithblade1579]

Fun and entertaining. Thank you.😊

[@AgentHeroic]

One of the most consistently high quality KZbin shows I care to watch. You, Joey, Pete and Natsuki and constantly hilarious and fun. Let's hope we get more Journey Across Japan in the future!

[@trishah362]

Connor??? I think u meant joey

[@Vagabond820]

What about Joey and Ryotoro(sp?)?

[@AgentHeroic]

Fixed, I meant Joey but my brain went to Connor, whoops

[@MistressCha]

Pete, I want you to know that I get and appreciate your old film references. Don't ever stop my dude!

[@LauraPetalYT]

There's actually a rather famous moment in an old British sitcom called Only Fools And Horses that Pete's poker bit referenced rather perfectly, regardless of whether it was intentional - " I only have two pair: One pair of aces, and ANOTHER pair of aces." Another great journey!

[@CallousSonnallous]

Furano is great. I went there under the auspicious promise of lavender fields- unfortunately the rainy season did not yield any the year I'd been. I was however treated to a fantastic amount of cheap curry rice and beer!

[@AbroadinJapan]

Lovely region no matter the season!

[@JustIzzan]

Chris, I don't know if you are reading this but I had a very rough 6months full of surgerys and for almost 4 years not able to leave my house because of health issues. Your videos helped me so much to go through these hard times always make me forget about my problems for a moment when I'm watching your Videos about a place I always wanted to visit, Japan. With the mix of your humour and your extreme funny friend you bring along this journey, you always make me laugh and make my day. I love your content I love Japan I love Natsuki, Joey, Connor, Ryotaro, Pete and all the other character that are present on your youtube series. Thank you so so much for doing what you are doing, my absolute favorite KZbinr, the content is simply amazing and makes me feel like I am right there with the friends I have never met. Much love from Germany

[@Lavenderrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

i had this too but less worse than you tho, i know how you feel i hope it gets better for you!

[@dameneko]

Pete was an excellent addition to this series! Y'all have a good vibe going and I hope you will continue to make these videos for us. I am a bit of a train nerd and I would love to ride that northern train someday!

[@shiwakao]

that log cabin had some of the most sensible yet psychotic interior design i've ever seen

[@TheGoody92]

Who’s here after hearing about Johnny Somali’s arrest lol

[@davcin]

Thank you for another amazing Journey Across Japan. This series really inspires a lot

[@dowfreak7]

As fun as it is to see all the wacky oddities and the beautiful landscapes, sometimes I feel Chris just hanging out with somebody in a cozy room and just joking around is the real entertainment. These videos go above and beyond not only on production value, but also on how genuine Chris is in the videos and I think that's what makes them truly unique. "Mr. Affable" may have started as somewhat of a joke, but it's actually pretty accurate.

[@MllrSr]

Journey across japan is such a great series, not only in terms of content (which is always interesting and always makes me incredibly happy) but also in terms of production value. I know it probably takes a stupid amount of time and work to make these series but it’s just such a joy. So thank you Chris and everyone involved 😊

[@DadCanInJapan]

16:32 I got your movie reference, Pete. One of the most famous quotes. It reminds me of when I was doing a graduate course on "High Culture/Pop Culture". One guy gave a presentation about the Simpson's episode where Mr Burns is on his deathbed, a snowglobe rolls out of his hand and he whispers, "Rosebud". The presenter surveyed other people's opinions and thoughts about that episode. I finally spoke up and said, "Did nobody realize it was a parody of 'Citizen Kane'?" Even the presenter didn't realize it all came from that movie. I just sighed.

[@shetaz905]

Pete just cracks me up .Thank you for another amazing Journey Across Japan!

[@sekirk]

I really appreciate how much research goes into these trips. Not just the route and events but all those facts about each location. Especially the prison, you all brought your own entertaining flair to each story you had.

[@Hirooshii1]

Chris, you really know when to upload at the perfect time. Everytime its right when i sit down with dinner, perfect content to relax and have my meal. Tyty.

[@jedimasteryoshi]

The vibes in this episode were so fun. Really love Pete being there with the other guys

[@thatmrwolf2000]

The way Joey says Tecate, had me rolling. Thanks for another set of fun adventures Chris!

[@GarciaByProxy]

This. As a Mexican who drinks plenty of Tecate, this pronunciation sent me.

[@brianhurd3355]

Agreed. Hearing that note "To Kate" was like a record scratch to my ears in Texas.

[@alejandrasoto5382]

I just noticed it. I´m gonna start calling it that until the people at oxxo beat me up.

[@DestroySteve]

The drone shots are incredible as always. This prefecture is so stunning and I love how at times it looks like a totally different country with how they have adapted to their colder climate. I’m terrified of the ocean, I would have had about 4 heart attacks when the boat smashed the ice. 😂

[@reeg_]

4:30am here in Sydney Australia, but I’m still not missing an Abroad in Japan upload 💪

[@CZsWorld]

Can't believe Chris got arrested just for a video

[@Taiyo_Jinja]

Mhmm, indeed.

[@moohooman]

It was really cool watching this series, as I'm currently playing Yakuza 5, which has a portion set in Hokkaido during winter, with the two main locations being Sapporo and Abashiri Prison. It's really interesting to see what aspects they borrowed from the actual locations to inspire the environment in the game.

[@thebrammerhammer23]

I love this Hokkaido video series. Has anyone ever told you that your theme song is a banger?

[@indigores7423]

I hope there are tons of " Journey across Japan awaiting us in the future. I always look forward to this series. Especially because the content is always completely new stuff

[@SharpAssKnittingNeedles]

Big change of pace for the channel spending that much time up there in winter! You guys obviously had a lot of fun! Thank you for the video Chris

[@NoneHandle2023]

Watching your earlier series took me from Tokyo to the lower parts of Japan all the way to Okinawa even. My goal was to return to Japan and make the trip upwards. This couldn’t have come at a better time. Thank you as always Chris.

[@salembookworm]

The quality of your videos is just top notch, Chris! Kudos to you, mate!

[@KorbroYT]

Definitely my favorite thing to come out on KZbin this year, thank you for continuing this legendary series! Pete was definitely an amazing edition to Journey Across Japan.

[@WICKEDMAN85]

I love the Aboard In Japan boys, they are masters of comedy and learning. Easily one of the best channels on YT. Keep up the great content Chris and enteraining the masses the world over with the amazing adventures in Japan! I must defintely come and visit Japan before I pass on!

[@jrgen9680]

Loved the series! Sad to see it end, but thank you so much for all the effort and great quality

[@NatzoXavier]

My favorite thing about Chris is the consistency in his editing. Every single video of his feels like another documentary or episode of sorts. You can go back to older videos and it will be kinda the same. Also keep up the good work dude!

[@alexandertirasongkran6224]

i am very glad that journey across japan V has been released consistently. very happy with this series. can't wait for journey across japan VI

[@Tiana_Skye]

Always a treat watching these videos, Chris. You, Joey, Pete, and Natsuki are a great group to have for this kind of thing.

[@Saltedcat]

I'm so sad it's over! Loved watching you all have a fun silly time together but giving us entertaining content and knowledge!

[@jacklawrence2212]

Great video, Chris. I gotta say, what you do is amazing and I love the channel. It's inspiring. You went to a foreign country, knowing no-one, and through your obvious gift for friendship, communication and humour, built a really amazing life for yourself. Plus, the vids are funny as all hell and beautifully produced. More power to you, sir.

[@Europa_GG]

If anyone wants to learn a little bit more about Yoshie Shiratori, I recommend a video called ''The Incredible Japanese Prison Break'' by Kento Bento.

[@wrighthowell9801]

This series has been so great to watch. I am always amazed at the Journey Across Japan videos. Just gives me more and more places I want to visit when I finally come to Japan. Great job Chris, Pete, Joey, and Natsuki!

[@Brown95P]

I really liked this off-series; the dog sledding, the train ride and the eastern cape were all amazing, lake akan village was quite interesting with the totem poles, and I just can never get enough of all the snowy landscapes. I'm glad you finally got around to this part of Hokkaido; I've never even seen half of the things you showed in this journey, and I'm thankful for it.

[@janixDK]

The production quality is on point as always! Good job and thank you for the entertainment

[@jakkuwolfinsomnia8058]

Scientists: “Ice melts at 0°C” Natsuki: “Believe in yourself and you will never melt” 🧊👀 Scientist: “is my PhD a joke to you?”

[@strangetimez]

Natsuki got PhD in life and beer 🍺

[@ZomB1986]

As long as you keep watching, paint won't dry and ice won't melt

[@sofiekilsh]

Absolutely loved this part of the series! What a great team of people. I wanna go to Hokkaido next time I go to Japan.

[@josephg9249]

Im always so sad when a Journey Across Japan series ends, already excited for the next one

[@PenSlaps]

Ty Chris, I have watched and loved for years now. Never stop.

[@vrostar]

This was so amazing. Journey Across Japan once again proving to be the absolute best of modern day KZbin. I wish you had more supporters I always tell people this series is objectively the best content on KZbin when you take into consideration how much money it costs and the ridiculously high quality all being uploaded for free thank you Chris!

[@thomasbentsen8145]

Such a high-quality series, I always look forward to new vids. The effort put in really shows. Kudos!

[@jaywalkers1485]

These journey across Japan videos are one of my favourite videos on KZbin. It's fun watching Mr Affable and Dr Jelly travel Japan !

[@carn109]

It's already over?! Thanks for the amazing effort you put to make this journey across japan! Can't wait to see what's next!

[@deanospimoniful]

Thanks for sharing your adventure, Chris and company. Looking forward to the next one, when and wherever that might be.

[@Lavenderrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

Im sad it is already over, I was always excited for a new episode and this was my first time experiencing journey across japan in real time. Thank you for your hard work and effort you put in the videos you make!!

[@Theory-T]

The Journey Across Japan series is honestly the best part of my year, love the videos Chris. Huge inspiration for me and I'm sure many others! Keep it up!!

[@adamsanders2270]

Awesome work to all involved! Journey Across Japan continues to be a must watch series! Genuine beauty, fun, and people! Well done and thank you!

[@Scottsgamerlounge]

Congratulations to everyone who worked on this! Another journey complete, another job well done!

[@myoshi1979]

Fantastic series! Great work to the whole team. Really enjoyed Pete's behind the scenes live stream too!

[@b0nebird]

Another amazing season of this series! Loved every episode. The balance of production quality, information and entertaining presentation is awesome. I can hardly imagine how much work you must put into every single episode. Thank you for making something this great for all of us to enjoy.

[@moonlightshima]

I love these series so much! This has been a comfort series of mine for a while now, and even better with Pete in it ❤️ Great job as always, Chris 🥳

[@swawo509]

Thank you for another awesome Journey Across Japan, Chris! Really enjoyed it as always. Can't wait to see where the next one takes us!

[@deedeelong9043]

Abashiri has a surprisingly great authentic Nepalese restaurant called Bistari Bistari. I know Chris described it as a frozen isolated port town but it was some of the best non-Japanese food I had in Japan.

[@moogiemoogs]

Love everyone's energy in your videos, it's so contagious. Been following since 2020. Keep up the great work! This deserves more love.

[@AbroadinJapan]

Thanks for sticking around all these years! 🙏🍻

[@Tloc222]

Watched all of them as usual. Best series on youtube delivers yet again for another year. thank you Chris!

[@batmanisreal929]

Please never stop Journey across Japan! I await this series all year, the best content on KZbin! Thanks Chris!!🎉🎉

[@valcorton6756]

So glad we got to see this prison on this channel. The miso soup escapee story has always been my favourite story ever. So cool to see it documentary like this 🙌

[@andromeda18_]

Another great Journey Across Japan Chris! Loved seeing this side of Hokkaido!

[@savejeff15]

Glad to see Chris back doing videos and what a comeback. Hokkaido is definitely on by bucket list

[@adidoshal100]

Just wanted to say that my fav part about this videos is hearing chris's voice changing through the narration according to how he feels, it brings me such joy! Thank you for another amazing serie!!!!

[@user-et9ob6mu6e]

The production quality amazes me everytime. Too insane ❤

[@cuttlefish7575]

insane production as per usual! awesome work Chris and team!

[@Luckdragon12]

Thanks for another journey! Looked like you all had fun, despite the cold weather. ❄️

[@Pennynats]

This series was soooo good. The cinematography, scenery, the laughs, editing everything! well done!

[@Mr.Jack09.]

Awesome series! I Hope to see journey across japan again next year

[@itismeanttobe]

This series was so informative high quality and entertaining thanks affable man

[@twistedsnebula2504]

I waited to watch al 4 episodes in a row and I'm always sad when the new "season" ends. Journey Across Japan is as good, if not better than any content available. The editing, the format, the quality and the people taking part are amazing. I love that Pete has joined aswell. He is always an amazing addition to watch. Thank you very much for another immensely enjoyable series. Excited for the possible next one. 10/10 as always.

[@ashtin4322]

Always look forward to this series, cant wait for the next installment. Well done Chris

[@EVmanjapan]

Absolutely fantastic series Chris! So impressed with your editing and cinematography which gets better with each series. The team of friends you’ve made over the last 10 (?) years really makes these enjoyable to watch, you guys genuinely crack me up, plus I learn something along the way too! Also on a personal note you really inspire me to keep improving my editing/shooting skills, really appreciate the effort you put into your videos. Amazing work, congrats! 👍🏼🥳

[@endomax787]

this journey across japan series was awesome! I wish it was longer.

[@Moriah55]

I love being able to be apart of these cinematic masterpieces just by watching. Thank you for your hard work in your series!

[@siberianwinds]

Amazing series! Thank you, Journey Across Japan team! Eastern Hokkaido is so beautiful, wish I can visit it someday!

[@katewagenbach8907]

Thank you for all your content! I enjoy it so much!

[@debc6260]

Always excited to see Chris videos. More Hokkaido vids please.

[@infernored3689]

This is one of the few channels that provide enjoyable quality content. Keep up the great work!

[@replicant_2049]

Thank you for the amazing content, this series has been an absolute blast