Introvert's Solo Travel Vlog In Japan | Unexpected Friendship in Tokyo - pt. 2

This is my day two traveling alone in Tokyo. After my stressful first day, I decided to slow down and enjoy some matcha alone. Things were fine until the night hit. I got into my sad Joji mode and just listened to music alone on the street. However, matcha god sent its angel to me and then the rest is a good memory. I hope you like this vlog! Awkward but wholesome.
About me:
I am Francis, a Product Design student in Los Angeles, and currently in Taiwan visiting my mom. I enjoy making my matcha at home and learning about filmmaking. Making KZbin videos is like my passion project now so I am excited to see what I can create in the future.
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[@aldrichwaren5807]

"God took away my height and blessed me with friendships" quote of the year. Great video, especially the authentic reflection.

[@Alireza13488]

As a fellow introvert, I felt the anxiety through the screen. very heart warming though

[@francisthechange]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@sejbomb]

I’m also introverted, but I’ve learnt since working in retail how to fake extroversion quite well 😊😅 then I retreat back into my shell.😂

[@Ayelet.M]

I don’t know how old you are, but I promise as you that the older you get (I’m saying this in my old age of 30 lol 😅) the less anxiety you’ll get and less f you give ❤ I’m still an introvert and I still enjoy my alone time hehe

[@Zykime00]

Same 😭 but it was nice

[@maxgc6413]

Showing yourself eating and interacting casually felt much more real than the average vlog. Nice to see moments unedited in real time. I think it shows the person way more than the usual ones with music, rapid editing, ect.

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@Frozki]

Did I just watch an introvert got adopted by an extrovert?

[@reisaayu1777]

This is very funny, I also think like that 😅

[@AshleyCarla]

Omg Chio was sooo sweet 🥹. It was so nice of her to reach out!

[@francisthechange]

Chio is so nice. I got to experience Japan better with her guide.

[@Daniel-ld7xs]

For sure! So wholesome

[@turtlelagzgaming]

7:53 This Itadakimasu scene brought tears to my eyes. She is so kind and seems genuinely happy to be with you Francis 🥲

[@zooiii7113]

This is the most introverted vlog I've ever seen in my life😭😭 im already loving this channel

[@carloenix]

Chio is such a great person! So positive! 🤩 I can’t help but relate to this. I’m an introvert who also happened to sit next to a stranger on a flight and became really good friends! That was a year ago and we still meet up regularly to this day! 😄 thanks for sharing this video!

[@KaratedudeYT]

This series is so endearing and comforting! I am excited to go to Japan soon

[@akosipolsu]

I was kinda nervous on planning a trip to Tokyo but seeing how the staff from the restaurant talk to you in english - it puts me at ease.

[@francisthechange]

Yeah, I was surprised as well. Even the little shop I went in Kyoto has English menu. Very convenient.

[@prismo2250]

You can survive by just pointing and saying "kore o kudasai", but the locals find it endearing if you try to speak in Japanese! Highly recommend learning a little bit (:

[@NoC4k3]

Chio was so nice :) the blue shirt really looked good on her 😹

[@justynawrona9660]

Chio is exactly the type of friend I hope to meet on my solo trip to Japan in a couple of months 😊 Thanks for these vlogs, Francis, they’re invaluable for fellow introverts ❤

[@jaymaimer]

Chio is so cute and friendly 😍

[@francisthechange]

Watch till the end for the special bye bye ✨✨

[@foxyturbine7114]

Francis! Your Tokyo vlogs are so charming 🥰 You've already met some wonderful people, and it's not over yet. Soak up every moment of it. And, oh man that matcha ice cream looks so yummy!!!

[@francisthechange]

Haha thanks. I gain 5 pounds in 8 days….

[@96Roses]

As an introvert that is going to Tokyo late January on a solo trip these vlogs are great! lol.

[@Skelyos]

I plan to go to Japan by myself next year, so this series is super fun to watch hopefully I'm blessed with friendships

[@Emma82738]

OMG!! New video from Francis. You two are so fun to watch 😂

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 😊

[@Ayelet.M]

People watching is a form of therapy for me when I’m overwhelmed and you can easily get overwhelmed in Japan.😅

[@hammadansari8228]

what a beautiful vlog and wish that you would go to more trips like this one, and you are not an introvet can see that warm smile through the camera in your hotel room while describing the movements so just find the thing that really make you smile like that and please keep posting.....

[@steezmunky]

Rarely do I find a video to be comforting. This was it.

[@ShaneAllenTV]

If this isn't young Goku, then I don't know - because that stack of plates and the way you devoured those noodles😂

[@calvinlicuanan2803]

Goodness 5:44 bro is so introverted it hurts but I can't stop watching + what a W to get invited by the chick you sat next to on a plane

[@elainecampbell8083]

What a wonderful surprise! A friendly face in a foreign place! Great for you meeting up and having an awesome time!

[@josysilva679]

This video warmed my heart.

[@Rjou4]

I just discovered you and I love your introspective and humorous style of your vlogs. Kind of reminds me of myself. And you have a great eye for shots! Keep up the great work!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@rocklee5233]

Bro your video quality is awesome…you deserve more subs!!

[@lincolnlogged]

“When I’m vibing with sads song alone” - man of the people

[@francisthechange]

Gotta stay humble and sad lol

[@ibrahimalshammry3923]

Your vlog was truly amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@flashspotlight]

This has been fun to watch. I think we all like her for you. I’m extroverted so I love seeing people coming out of their shell

[@walkwithyan]

chio is so cute. i really like her.

[@socialmeddavid4sho5]

I'm also an introvert myself. So Glad this channel showed up in my profile. I'm a fan now Francis

[@francisthechange]

Thanks for watching ✨✨

[@Tris_Mx]

This video is so heartwarming! Thanks for sharing your experience with us. I made a trip to Japan last May and I felt exactly the same way, fortunately I also got to made some friends that I'm so grateful to share that experience with.

[@xXxXkuramaxXx]

Awww he’s adorable.

[@beartikal]

i think its cute she made you say the words 笑笑

[@inkarlcerating]

Beautiful storytelling ❤❤❤ love your POV

[@brentbraniff]

I totally fell in love with your vlog on this trip to Japan. I'm an introvert as well and getting out to meet new people and do the things that you're doing is always tough for me. Your video is very inspirational for me and maybe I will try to do some of the things you showed here. Do you think that doing videos of your adventures helps you to get out and do things? Anyway, thanks for this!! Do more!!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you! I’m still not comfortable vlogging myself in public, so doing videos about my trip helps a lot to push myself.

[@meruk8682]

ちよちゃん本当に素敵ですね、笑顔も振る舞いも温かみがあって素敵な女性ですね❤️ Chiyo was so wonderful, her positivity and her welcoming attitude couldn't have been more hospitable. You're right, you are a lucky dude :) Hope you enjoyed Japan and do come back soon!

[@agurgrill]

I have tickets to go to Japan for the first time in a month and it was nice to see this vlog as a fellow introvert lol

[@mchnglo]

I am introvert ask well and will come to japan solo this month for second time. I didn’t make friend like you but i love your vlog 😊

[@francisthechange]

Thank you! Making friends was pure luck on my end. Hope you have a nice second trip!

[@avajohannesbeduya5176]

Man, matcha really works wonders 😂 she's a cheerful one

[@calvinlicuanan2803]

Ngl I'm here again to watch shy bro rizz up more japanese cuties

[@CrazySquirrelProductions]

Very nice! You made some awesome friends Francis! ✌

[@francisthechange]

Thanks 😊

[@cassiopeia4015]

Little butterflies in your heart? Man, you're in L.O.V.E. 🤣😂🥰🦋🦋❤

[@1900trent]

So cool in Tokyo….you really ought be a roving Ambassador for Matcha….yessss. I love matcha icecream and always trying to find the best places for that. When back in Japan this year I want to find the best for matcha icecream…..delicioso……hai

[@sniffanyphan]

WOW all of the shots you got gave me butterflies, they're so refreshing and amazing 😍

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@tanegaranchu]

Match Man! Love your Japan vlog! Looking forward to the next one!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 😊

[@biccsdev]

bro this is goated

[@parvachy4062]

This is so good! Thank you Francis now you giving me motivation for studying!😅 I wish I could travel alone someday

i need to see your next Vlog Francis!!!! I can't remember how long from the last smile on some one Vlog til yours! Great content, keep it up man!

[@francisthechange]

Thanks a lot !!

[@yosarian1984]

as a fellow introvert, seeing that youre going tokyo to kyoto...when i just did osaka to tokyo... would have been nice to catch a meal with you!

[@user-ve2pj7kq6o]

The intro is so beautiful! Love the cinematography.

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@TahuRaisao]

"That's right, I got Matcha" Ah, I see you're a man of culture as well.

[@LeviZapanta]

Japan really is the place to be ! I cannot wait to go back and film more content like this. I like the way you capture these moments :)

[@francisthechange]

Thank you:)

[@Harzo18]

brother, this series is so good

[@Jowiej03]

My first time watching your video and I’m loving it. Time 3:00 is what my heart goes through when ordering. ❤

[@NotYAWS]

Love these videos!

[@faridevan6315]

I can feel the anxiety lmao, good work.

[@boombloo107]

your channel just got recommended and i'm enchanted with the quality of the video! hope you grow up well in youtube, i really loved the vlogs! :) Chio was also very sweet while teaching you some japanese things! ~ᴮᴿ

[@francisthechange]

Thank you very much! Chio is awesome haha. Best Japanese teacher:)

[@thibaultstroobandt9606]

Nice and wholesome to watch your adventure :) it surprised me how far you got with only speaking English in Tokyo

[@francisthechange]

Haha same. I was surprised as well!

[@ExpatNatt]

Your videos are so underrated. You deserve so many more subscribers. Can’t wait to see your next videos, new subscriber ❤

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@wanderwithrm]

her teaching skill is cute 🤭

[@Trakaneto]

Este ha sido uno de los mejores videos que he visto en mi vida. You make an incredible work with your camera alone in Japan! i hope to see you one day and invite you a matcha 😂 good content dude!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 😊

[@senapus1241]

Wow it's my dream to visit Japan too but I'm a bit afraid traveling alone as an introvert and don't speak japanese. But at least visiting a restaurant seems to be manageable. This vlog gives me courage - thank you for showing us your journey.

[@francisthechange]

Thanks for watching! Japanese people I encountered are all quite nice.

[@aswethjosejob8691]

Bro your vlogs are really great 🎉

[@myst2536]

Really enjoyed watching this video! So many funny awkward moments. Very interesting vlog

[@francisthechange]

Thanks a lot!

[@Tessoura]

5:45 couldn't relate more xDD it makes me happy to see others struggle with stuff like this as well. I will be traveling to Japan this year alone, too, wish me luck :3

[@francisthechange]

Good luck with your trip !

[@jims_ON]

I am also an introvert and I like matcha and people-watching too. Congrats for sustaining the conversation with her. hehehe 😁😅

[@francisthechange]

Haha thanks. Introvert fist bump 🤜🤛

[@bimoalva]

Nice video man, now as an introvert I know that I need a friend like Chio 😅

[@mattburkhardt7668]

Very well done, love watching you drink matcha on my lunch breaks at work 😂keep up the good work!!

[@francisthechange]

lol thanks Matt!!

[@tuna2611]

I relate to you a lot. Please keep doing these videos! Also as a fellow curly hair, please try to use conditioner for curly hair and apply a hair lotion/mousse while still wet, then dont use towel or hair dryer, let it dry naturally. I think your hair would look awesome! Just learned about that this year 😊

[@francisthechange]

Thanks haha, I actually permed my hair myself. It was a messy process but it worked.

[@tuna2611]

@@francisthechange omg 😮 looks real!!

[@TravelwithYiew]

Hi fellow introvert, Francis! I love your vlogs and storytelling! :)

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@TravelwithYiew]

@@francisthechange looking forward to the next episode! :)

[@Fargo_024]

Let's go!!!! Pt 2

[@nahahahui]

your vlogs is so beautiful to watch❤❤❤

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 😊

[@zach5659]

Chio’s hoodie 🔥🔥🔥

[@johnnytravelvlog]

I just made a KZbin channel, I’ll be going over to Vietnam solo . You have me hope and motivation and ideas when I start my own vlog ! Keep up the great work .

[@francisthechange]

That’s awesome. Good luck to your channel too. Making videos is really fun!

[@johnnytravelvlog]

@@francisthechange hey may I ask what kind of app do you use to edit your clips ?

[@char4412]

I feel like I’m in Japan too thanks to your video 😭✨✨

[@francisthechange]

Thanks for watching ✨✨

[@sheylalima8929]

I loved your videos ❤

[@jeromehe]

Love this video! Great job! I want to try that noodle so bad!

[@francisthechange]

Haha. We gotta get that abs back first 💪🏻💪🏻

[@jeromehe]

@@francisthechange For sure, we got this🏋 !

[@puresbeauty8492]

7:18 is gold😂😂 That’s exactly what I would do as an introvert.

[@Jiggy009]

Adorable 🥰

[@danielmunoz7712]

Great vlog!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 😊

[@TheMyahChannel]

Introvert here 🎉 i live in inaka (countryside ) somewhere in Kansai..its perfect place to be an introvert lol take a visit

[@francisthechange]

I just looked it up and it’s so beautiful there. Will definitely visit if I go back!

[@kaneda8625]

Wow i like a lot your contents!

[@MeOnTheStreets]

Nope, not jealous at all.. nothing

[@puppyhappy-pj2is]

哈哈哈哈😂吃饭时的社恐场面我差点笑死

[@Arraos]

Matcha Freak! What was the best Matcha drink, soup/noodles, ice cream etc?

[@francisthechange]

I prefer matcha latte the most. The one I had ( Maccha House) in my Kyoto vlog is good.

[@Arraos]

@@francisthechange I'll try it! Thanks!

[@ericchen7493]

被演算法推到的台灣人來留言! 影片很有質感!

[@francisthechange]

哈哈謝謝🙏

[@honeymoonavenue97]

Dude now I wanna try matcha noodles lol

[@francisthechange]

It tastes like regular noodles but looks cooler :)

[@davidk5320]

Wow, the views on ur last video congrats!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@VillageworldBeautiful]

Beautiful video

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@sleepynerd19]

After I joined my med I came to know that I am a slow learner and my friends they say we are like you but its not true . They always demotivate me and say that I am good and intelligent but its not . When we study together me I am in first page learning and they have completed 5 pages . They always lie about how much they cover their syllabus. They say or act like they haven't studied anything we will fail together but they pass and I fall for their rubbish act and fail the exam. I am so sick of this behaviour. I doubt myself how i will make it when everyone is a fast learner and myself a slow learner like snail .

[@SquidSquidy_]

Am I colorblind?? Her sweater is making me believe it.

[@adlerzwei]

Chio 🥰🥰🥰

[@_stxncey]

watching from New Zealand 🙂

[@francisthechange]

Good morning New Zealand :)

[@brokenheaven6805]

It is pretty obvious you liked Vivian much more than Chio

[@yuvrajkesarwani4208]

i am really excited to know sir ... WHO PAID FOR THIS DINNER :)

[@tomfromthenorth]

When are you posting your next video?? 😎

[@francisthechange]

Probably this Friday. I have school all week 🥶

[@notatkiet]

Fantastic vlog! Very nice channel! I'll be checking in! Kind regards!

[@francisthechange]

Thank you 🙏

[@willnewell9242]

you are so cool