Inside Japan’s Most LUXURIOUS Train 🇯🇵 FIRST Class in Hokkaido

Hokkaido is home to Japan's most luxurious and rarest steam train, the winter express. Only in operation several weeks of the year, we bag ourselves tickets as we continue our journey across Japan.
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00:00 The Abandoned Train Station
04:47 Japan's Worst Sled Race
06:46 Riding Japan's Luxury Steam Train
14:31 Japan's Greatest Driver
15:18 Japan's Underrated Sushi Chain
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[@AbroadinJapan]

NOTIFICATION SQUAD: 2 Journey Across Japan episodes down, 2 more to go - enjoy! 🍿 And in case you missed the first episode full of hitmen, dog sleds and igloos, be sure to check it out here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJvQdJ6oYs2Xa5I⛩ Itinerary for WHERE we went: See: www.funliday.com/abroadinjapan/journals/89968

[@nloadergd9193]

Nice

[@calmingchords2701]

Let's gooo chris

[@EdgarGargar17]

Best series ever!

[@basedtortellini]

Oh yeah i just realized i didnt get the notification for last episode, thats weird that youtube does that

[@GabbaaGhoul]

i am so sad and angered by the youtube algorithm and it is truly the enemy for good , original and entertaining content. i’m sorry it is this way but wish you the best!! it was a fabulous video and i’m stoked for this one! 🎉

[@someguy3558]

It’s silly to think that KZbin’s algorithm did not promote this amazing series. Thanks for all the work you put into your videos Chris!

[@AbroadinJapan]

It's certainly a tad disheartening. In the good ole days, high quality content usually won the day. Now clickthrough rates are the main thing! Still, I'm grateful to our core viewership who come back no matter the weather!

[@jefftraboulsy8631]

​@Abroad in Japan you're the best dude. Your videos bring me so much comfort, it's kinda hard to explain.

[@powertechnical]

Good thing I am subscriber and love the series!

[@MauriceAmpt]

A real shame KZbin didn't seem to be able to determine that the intro was a great piece of comedy in the context of the Abroad in Japan universe and that the rest of the video was perfectly fine to promote...

[@Pauldjreadman]

Dif you get a notificayion? i did, then they are

[@PatrickRain0512]

06:35 I love how everyone is laying down in pain and Chris is just enjoying it with his Villain laugh

[@AbroadinJapan]

Bunch of babies, rolling around in the snow! haha

[@englishatheart]

What are they laying down?

[@senritsujumpsuit6021]

@@englishatheart The best part is Pete just breaking his lower/mid section with "CINEMA ANGLE" as Natsuki would say 6:28

[@Spetia]

I would be laughing too! I'm Canadian and went down much larger hills than that. I was one of the lucky kids that had the kind of sleds that they have and one of those sleds with steering and skis on them. Natsuki and Joey had a very soft landing there lol

[@_ch1pset]

I like to think Natsuki barely knows what's going on but always says yes to Chris's crazy ideas.

[@andersonfelippe9016]

Well, this time it paid off 😂

[@jessicanigri]

These are always so gorgeously made!!!

[@AbroadinJapan]

A team effort! 🙏

[@zukothegoat]

@@AbroadinJapan hey u probably wont respond but what is the piano song that starts playing at 8:50?

[@Sizdothyx]

Wow, Miss Nigri. You're still alive? Thought you would have dropped off and lived it nice and easy after getting all that dough. Haha.

[@mixagitrya2220]

@@zukothegoat ikebana by Shin Suzuma

[@SheyTheGay]

Collab when?? 😮😮

[@NaptownJC]

I’m a simple man… I see Abroad in Japan, I click… I see Natsuki… I SMILE!❤😂

[@eliben4066]

The only person in the world who tells every person he meets to go fuck themselves, yet has not a single enemy. Other than Ryotaro of course

[@KurokkuSama]

My man is that simple that he use some old stock photos from windows 7/vista (if I don’t remember incorrectly)

[@Corkoth55]

He's a great lad

[@pweme2985]

Natsuki always be making me smile I swear😊

[@ianv.1470]

Natsuki is THE MAN

[@ManuDunno]

Natsuki is as always my spirit animal. What an amazing human being.

[@NotCthulhu]

Ryotaro was my spirit animal, too bad he died in that mysterious sniper accident. I guess I'll have to go with Natsuki now too.

[@philosophy_bot4171]

Beep bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote: "Power is given only to those who dare to lower themselves and pick it up. Only one thing matters, one thing; to be able to dare!" ~ Fyodor Dostoevsky

[@764wm4]

This series is one of the reasons I can’t watch TV programs anymore. The editing, cinematography and script is all top quality. It is entertaining and very much informative for someone with aspirations to travel to Japan. I wish only the best for all the people involved in making this series a reality, they really deserve the recognition for creating these videos.

[@losercat1447]

Also minus the commercial spam every 5 minutes the video gets interesting

[@TimoKanal]

Perfectly said! This is the best travel/documentary series out there, easily better than anything on TV as well!

[@jvann244]

I'm really glad to see Pete being a regular guest in the videos. He's such a cheesy but cool guy and he always brings good vibes

[@desertfarecosplay]

Right? He's quickly become one of my favorite recurring lads

[@jonbaxter2254]

He has good energy always.

[@goingplaces6580]

I love pete funny cheesy guy❤😂

[@snesguy9176]

Yeah when he first started showing up in some of like Connors vods I went hunting for content but man there was almost nothing Pete related on YT 😢. He's really an interesting dude.

[@abigailbrookes7721]

Seeing Natsuki happily dancing across the train platform is such a wholesome sight to behold.

[@MrNajibrazak]

there aren't many like him to be frank. i hope he remains that way irregardless of anything in life.

[@IllogicalCounting]

I cant believe Natsuki is able to split himself into 3 separate beings. Such a talented man.

[@akamesama]

Explains why he is so frenetic normally. Imagine having three people inside one body. Most be fairly helpful at the salon though.

[@Jaxymann]

He would be too powerful for us mere mortals if he inhabited just one form.

[@zzzarkka]

I really hope Chris sees the amazing value in this series. He can easily turn this into a “Journey Across Europe” Chris and his crew could totally make this happen.

[@lixingke5159]

Expedition Across Europe

[@niros9667]

Journey across Japan might still be the greatest, most high quality series on KZbin. Amazing work Chris and team, you never fail to deliver.

[@michaelkennedy8270]

"Let's enjoy time!" One of Natsuki's more profound statements there. Yes, let's find space to enjoy time.

[@SnerMerNer]

Natsuki is infinitely entertaining, like a puppy. You found a gem when you made friends with him, Chris. Great series! Looking forward to the next one.

[@b3yourself91]

“Like a puppy” is absolutely something natsuki would say lol

[@LCx829]

He is a hair stylist. I can imagine he is entertaining.

[@KuroRyuu86]

While everyone comments on your Cinematography and banter. I actually really like this video, because your covering another part of Hokkaido. I actually paused your video to check out the surrounding islands and areas of where you guys were and ADDED a 'want to go' marker on them. Also added the sushi restaurant xD. Looking forward to the next episode. Those disputed islands between Japan and Russia are pretty epic, from google maps/images. SOOOOO many volcanos.

[@AbroadinJapan]

It's a stunning region - the islands look completely otherworldly

[@meapineapple2383]

Chris whoever is your graphic designer, they are amazing! Love the opening title! I died laughing watching Joey cry as the train drove by 😂! KZbin, you need to get this series in the algorithm. This is pure platinum content!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Its so....nostalgic. i love it

[@KuroRyuu86]

I think it was mentioned that his sister does the graphic design. In his Q&A video starring His Sister xD

[@pa5287]

really you think this i myself think its become very boring

[@MiaogisTeas]

​@@KuroRyuu86 I believe you're right - and yeah they're super impressive as are the thumbnails

[@TravelingSoloLogs]

That train looks awesome! Would love to ride that! 🚂🚂🚂😁

[@IronMechanic7110]

@Don't Read My Profile Picture sorry

[@majorxapocalypse]

This group gives me Top Gear vibes how they interact with one another. That is a good thing cause the dynamic when they are on camera is wonderful!

[@chaaalierae4088]

I don't know why but hearing Natsuki so clearly and so sweetly ask "Do you want a beer? I want a beer," just tickled me. Looks like y'all had such a great time!

[@volgg]

It's awesome that you guys are promoting such underrated areas of Japan, thanks for making these series Chris! and Kudos to everyone who worked behind the scenes!

[@davidrunggaldier5606]

Underrated? Hokkaido hast the best and freshest food the most space for any activity and farming. You can ask any Japanese. Ofc run off the mill people only know Tokyo and hardly Kyoto…

[@RocKM001]

@@davidrunggaldier5606 I mean the East Hokkaido is very much underrated. Most folks who do visit Hokkaido will usually be on the western side to the usual places - Sapporo, Noboribetsu, Otaru, Hakodate and Furano in the middle is probably the most "east" a lot of people will reach.

[@TheToneBender]

It's really admirable that Natsuki is using his broken English so confidently. Also, it's gotten so much better over the years.

[@iSunnyiSunny]

Yes please keep bringing back Pete and Natsuki for future Series! Love the energy Pete and Natsuki bring to the group! Loved the previous episode and this one keep bringing us more and more content for years to come! ALSO make sure you preorder Chris’s new Book!

[@slompywompus7966]

Can we hear more of Natsuki speaking Japanese please? He’s such an interesting man and I’d want to hear what he has to say in his native tongue ❤

[@Crytica.]

This series is FANTASTIC! 20 minutes fly by like they're only 5! Can't wait for the next episode Chris!

[@moonlightshima]

The comedic timing of every AIJ video is just *chef’s kiss* 🤌 I died when Natsuki took over driving and sang the Super Mario theme 😂

[@TacoIsLost]

You either love Natsuki, or you do like him a lot 😅 there‘s no way, the human species can hate this man 🤣 Awesome content once again ! Keep going Chris and Co. ✌🏽🙂 🙇🏻

[@retrohipster1060]

You'll have to tell Natsuki-san for me that his English is getting so impressive! And amazing work is always Chris. Thanks for all of that you've done.. I'm going to be moving to Japan here in about a year. It's really been inspiring getting to watch your videos.. it's really helped keep me motivated to learn the language!

[@mystogan7320]

Every time I want to show my friends a perfect channel on KZbin I show this, every video has a purpose to it and they are not lazy, you can tell Chris put a lot of work to make them

[@yashvyas7190]

Any Aboard in Japan vid with Natsuki is automatically amazing. Great series so far Keep up the Good Chris we are loving it !

[@arandombard1197]

6:12 Joe being unable to move while Natsuki achieves lightspeed is the funniest thing I've ever seen.

[@sleepymonsteraddict]

It keeps blowing my mind what the size of Russia is, as and European I live close to it and you guys in Japan, other side of the globe can actually see Russia from there it's insane. The sushi looked extremely delicious and large indeed. This series will never fail to come up with something new and interesting.

[@Claysoldier456]

Cinematography looked excellent! I'm an aspiring cinematographer myself, and seeing such beautiful shots like this work so well for the video gives me more inspiration! Keep it up chris

[@pandanke]

The terror and excitement of being seated with Natsuki on that train. I loved this series, sounds like you need to find those fabled onsen after this one.

[@Sammanstantan754]

Definitely my favorite channel on KZbin, every video feels like an episode of a TV show/ documentary. I've been watching your channel for a few years and have loved every second of it.

[@pokecasual6027]

Such a small thing at 15:15 but the sound editing just shows an attention to detail that Chris puts into his videos. Chris abroad has truly solved KZbin

[@Lavenderrrrrrrrrrrrrr]

Chris, if you see this i wanna tell you your content makes my day so much better when im feeling down i always get happy from your videos!! It sucks that youtube didnt promote the series, cus it certainly deserves it you worked hard and it shows!! Keep up the good work and im very excited for the next episode!

[@helenthehobbitwilliams5466]

Seriously Chris you keep outdoing yourself! The quailty of the shots in this video are absolutely sublime! It's honestly crazy to know that KZbin's algorithm isn't plugging this amazing series 😟. Love having Natsuki, Joey and Pete along with you. Looking forward to the rest of the series 😍

[@HouseflyUK]

"Too much f***ing Jesus winter!" Natsuki is a complete legend! 🤣

[@gallowz1980]

I want this video blown up! It maybe the wine talking but this video needs way more attention than it already has... Not nearly even! 😩

[@LarryPuss]

Joey's screaming at 6:11 was the most hilarious thing I have witnessed all month, I burst into laugh. Thanks for the amazing content!

[@imperatorbeans2905]

It's so nice watching such high quality videos with great production values! Keep it up Chris!

[@arthurmatthews9321]

I love that the Japanese are just as passionate about steam locomotives as we are here in the uk about our steam trains.

[@ACE99299]

That into music literally makes me tear up. Whenever I hear that music, I know its going to be a great video!

[@WeAreDisillusional]

Kushiro, Cape Nosappu and Rausu/Shiretoko peninsula are absolutely stunning parts of the country! We went in summer and the wildlife is simply incredible. Ainu cultural immersion in Akan is also really awesome. Glad you’re having a great trip albeit bloody freezing Chris and co.

[@ivegotajousyaccent99]

Natsuki’s broken English and sense of humor is why I always come back to the Abroad in Japan channel.

[@skykeeper652]

Journey across Japan is by far the best KZbin series

[@EskimoJoe492]

I'm legit surprised NHK or PBS hasn't picked this up. I love everything about this.

[@Scottsgamerlounge]

Incredible work as always! We appreciate everyone who made this possible!

[@NotTheRedComet]

I'm loving this series! It feels like you manage to make each Abroad In Japan better than the last!

[@MotherCoconut.]

the sled race bit was the funniest thing i saw all year 😂pete falling and chris' evil laugh were the two cherries on top

[@aGGeRReS]

18:11 - now it's the perfect time to take them back.

[@clownearound5751]

Absolute quality again Chris, many thanks to you and all the team! This was a fantastic episode and cannot wait for the next one. Best wishes

[@WICKEDMAN85]

Easily one of my favourite channels and makes so get my act together to visit more of Asia and especially Japan! Gotta love Natsuki and the rest of the boys for enteraining us back outside of Japan! I mess my younger days of hosting Jappanese students, it was so cool learning about Japan and Asia from them! This channel re-connects me with my love of Japan and its culture! Cheers Chrissy boy!

[@jokenoninc.6142]

I'm bingewatching Abroad in Japan again after a long rest from binging youtube, and I've noticed in this episode, Natsuki is very talkative, in english too! very suprising and I honestly love it.

[@cakeitv]

My favourite series on KZbin right now

[@Apureguria]

another amazing video. I really enjoy the storytelling and Natsuki's craziness

[@Meta9871]

Chris, your editing is as always, top notch. Some of the comfiest content on the tube. Keep it up big man

Loved the video, congratulations to the whole crew, the content is amazing, time just flies by and everything looks gorgeous all the time.

[@paranoidmemories]

This is probably your best video Chris! so many fun scenes and great cinematography to top it off. really diverse coverage too

[@user-pn1wk4ww9u]

Loving the new journey across Japan chris! Gotta say, I love the dynamic between you and Natsuki and appreciate the amount of effort you must put into finding these amazing places!

[@TheArchDandy]

Wow those ocean shots were magnificent- what a beautiful, bleak place. Entertaining as always- glad my notifications are working!

[@trevorstockwell8290]

Good to see u releasing a new video. Its always a joy wen a vid comes out. I like how u mix info bout the area of japan ur in while adding ur style of humor.

[@syedzohair]

1:53 Truly Majestic😂 Pete is a the greatest asset to any team

[@Firestarter1008]

Chris, I just have to say you are KILLING it with this series. Keep it up!

[@cutiehoru]

Another amazing episode! I love seeing all these very interesting spots in Japan, that you don't really get to see on any other Japan channels! Thank you Chris and all of the guys that help bring these videos to life! ((This also is making me really glad that's spring time and not winter anymore. Lol.))

[@Megajim454]

Chris and crew, thank you for all the hard work you're putting in. Loving the new episodes :D

[@celisecollie1557]

Twenty minutes of absolute joy! I always look forward to each new Journey episode with so much anticipation, and I am never disappointed!

[@Haph3us]

It blows my mind the quality of content you and your team can put out Chris. Every single upload is an absolute banger

[@moon.goddess222]

Your Journey Across Japan series always brightens my day! It’s such an amazing series and it motivates me to travel to Japan more and more! Keep up the amazing work! ❤️

[@marianovontrani418]

Another Natsuki classic, love the madlad.

[@Fichcat]

What's not to love about this video? Beautiful scenery, amazing experiences, high quality content all round, well done!

[@bleeknoir]

Chris, I’ve been watching for a few months, and have quickly caught up on everything Abroad in Japan, and JAJapan. I love and appreciate your work, and hope it continues for a long time to come. Hello from the UK.

[@sushigodmonkey9127]

Hokkaido looks beautiful. It's probably my top destination, i want to visit. Also, great editing. Love the editing in the car with star power up.

[@ElBrandenBrazil]

Natsuki is the gift that just keeps giving! He is a legend! Thank you to all your team for the fantastic videos.

[@ToastCrossDimensions]

Natsuki makes me smile every time. He just always seems to be having fun with you guys, and it is so nice to see.

[@itsmrotaku]

Loving the series so far mate the camera work and production is unreal! Looking forward to this one!

[@SophiaAstatine]

Dontcha mean meat? :D

[@ifeelgroggy2771]

These are some of the most beautifully shot videos I've seen on this platform. Tragic this kind of content isn't being pushed more by KZbin.

[@ausreir]

Amazing episode. A big thank you to Chris and the crew.

[@nachohtt]

Such a well rounded video specially the music selection. You have outdone yourself Chris.

[@CC-qx7hk]

Your videos are always so relaxing to watch but this series is the chillest so far 😂 Also wow as a urban explorer ive been in quite a few abandoned trains but to see one with no graffiti is mind blowing

[@ufailedhaha]

Love the content Chris makes me wanna move there even more than before every video I see

[@wehojm7320]

You and the team will literally go to the ends of the earth and endure harsh conditions to bring content and entertainment to your followers. Your self-sacrifice is certainly appreciated. Well done.

[@Celyria]

Thanks for another fantastic video Chris! Really cool to see the final thing after seeing the behind the scenes stuff on Petes twitch too. Really showed how much work goes into this.

[@replicant_2049]

A journey across Japan never disappoints

[@bradbozz6807]

The abandoned train was cleaner than the operating NYC ones 🤣

[@keoki_kemp]

Good work as always Chris! Thanks for the quality content.

[@erynflynn8467]

Exactly what i needed after a rough day at work. Thank you so much for everyone's efforts!!

[@MasterQuestMaster]

Once again, a great quality episode and very funny too! I can’t imagine wearing a costume in -16 degrees, that would be way too cold for me. I’m impressed by Natsuki‘s and Joey‘s determination!

[@csi2000]

Hearing them say -16 is freezing was kind of funny in a way to me, since its not too bad, but I'm used to it. In the winter where I am, it goes to -25 as a high sometimes, sometimes colder, without the wind chill.

[@MasterQuestMaster]

@@csi2000 But I bet you’re wearing warm winter clothes, right? A breezy costume seems unimaginable in that weather (for me at least)

[@csi2000]

@@MasterQuestMaster not really. For -15 would maybe be what they're wearing for jackets. Definitely when it got any colder would be a winter jacket. I don't wear ski pants in the winter. Sometimes, not all the time, I'll wear mitts & a toque

[@fettwampe]

Natsuki made me appreciate Connor's dancing. Good job! The video quality is just gorgeous, as always, such cinematic shots, keep it up! I don't mind low budget either, though, so don't work too hard ;)

[@hilurgazzali9222]

I’m genuinely thankful for videos like this. Seeing you and the boys give us an experience that most of us will never be able to have, but also making us viewers feel so included at the same time as if we’re right there with you is something that’s extremely rare. Keep it up Chris! Love your videos!

[@MoQambique]

Easter egg on the window behind Natsuki at 15:04

[@senseisunny8083]

Seems ridiculous this content isn’t promoted by the algorithm. Genuinely some of the most enjoyable content on KZbin in my opinion. I’ve used your videos to plan for my previous Japan trip this year during Sakura season, and I will use them when I’m in Japan again in September (I’m there for the Suzuka Grand Prix). All of these videos are a joy to see and you can be sure I push them at my friends at every opportunity as well. Looking forward to the rest of this Journey!

[@datlam7836]

What an amazing series. Keep up the great work!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@LordJupiter1]

I am always amazed to see what Chris has come up with for a video. As always, it is fun and we do learn a long the way. Thanks for showing us these rare sites and journeys in Japan

[@b.l.n.t.]

Proof Chris wants Joey to like us 14:18

[@Squashylemon]

I would be terrified to leave Natsuki alone at a Harry Potter style magic school.

[@catorinalafe3095]

I absolutely love the travel videos. Along with the onsen stays.

[@VandashStumpedKnee]

Thank you for the content you do and great editing work along with music/sound

[@HeisenbergFam]

3:17 "thats a MrBeast video, little bit out of my budget" No worries, you are only +100 million subs away from overtaking MrBeast, you got this

[@mtyre05]

yo mr white why you everywhere