Family Restaurants in Japan 👑🐷 Royal Host

[@KingKogi]

"WHOA deja vu!" If that's what you are thinking, you might have already seen this video. I'm moving some older videos over to my King Kogi channel, so if you've already seen it, you're not going crazy

[@yanni_b26]

I'm gonna watch it again then

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[@pydepyper]

I'll admit, it's slightly jarring to see a video in Japan where people aren't wearing masks in public. 🤣 Excited to enjoy this video again!

[@pais5231O1]

LMAO came here to say deja vu and you've already said it. But I'm still going to watch it again.

[@avilst1765]

@@yanni_b26 Same! I'm unashamed that I have re-watched several of Martina's vids over this past weekend as I was recovering from the stomach flu - made a shitty situation a lot less worse (but then I realised I couldn't eat any of the food Martina was eating for a good while until my tummy recovers welp)

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The fact that I’m catching a new Martina post WHILE IN JAPAN, gives me such an extra boost of joy!!!

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Wait me too!!

[@KingKogi]

WAIT ME THREE!!

[@stargirl7646]

@@KingKogi *GASP* 😱 What are the odds?! 😂

[@PopularSky]

Holy heck i can finally give her recommendations a test :^>

[@BloodNote]

OK but um I'm not in Japan. Can I get an invite? 😂 ♥

[@sh-qd4hf]

Oh I haven't seen this one somehow. I'm grateful it's reuploaded here so I can enjoy it like it's brand new! 😸 Hope you (and Kogi!) are doing well, Martina!

[@KingKogi]

Hurrah! You can enjoy it from scratch~

[@sh-qd4hf]

@@KingKogi Oh no, I was early enough to get a reply! That means it's WAY past my bedtime (USA)! 😅 Oh well, seeing that steak and croquette was worth it. Got me wishin' for a midnight snack.

[@miomio6890]

I love these type of videos, they're really immersive and help a lot with doing research. Thank you!

[@KingKogi]

Lots of menu showing in this one, so you can easily study

[@miomio6890]

@@KingKogi 🙏 now all I've got left is to find a bakery that serves non-sweet bread haha

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Same here. I had 30 minutes of palpitations from a nervous tax day and I noticed, that within 7 minutes of watching Martina, they were gone! Thank you Martina! 🦔🐥🌸🐑

[@katherinasilverful]

Martina!! Just wanted to say ur efforts for this channel have been amazing! I know it’s hard to revive and reach old to old subscribers with channel transitions. But I just really love everything you’ve been doing, from the thumbnails to the editing!! Don’t feel too obligated to go out too much if ur body is tired, I love your at home cooking videos too 💕 Sending much love ur way!

[@NinjaDimes]

I effing love Royal Host!! I first went to RH in Japan a few years ago and got their Hamburg steak and I LOVED it. (It was a set and came with the onion soup as a starter and it was so good too). Since then every time I go to asia (Korea, Taiwan, etc) I look if they have Royal Host somewhere and eat there at least once (always go for the Hamburg steak lol). I don't even like hamburger patties or meatloaf style stuff much but this made me a convert. Love Royal Host! Unfortunately I think the Korea ones are gone now but there were still plenty in Taiwan. I love them. I'm going to Japan soon and I can't wait to have it again.

[@krystyna222d]

I just came back from Japan with my husband and 4 year old son. We went to Royal Host and omg it lived up to the hype. One of the best kid’s meals too. I honestly would never have known if I hadn’t seen this video. Thanks Martina!!

[@KingKogi]

That’s great to hear! I still enjoy their breakfast on days I’m feeling homesick

[@joshschneider9766]

It's like Japan's version of IHOP and I definitely want to go.

[@stargirl7646]

I’m getting 70’s-80’s vibes but in a very cozy way!

[@eileene8836]

This is so great. I'm heading to Japan in Sept/Oct and I totally forgot they had this place. My younger sister is on the spectrum and I'm taking her with me for her first international trip, and this place looks like a good place to take her. Thank you for always showing such interesting and accessable places.

[@laurieleonard8209]

I so agree with you ❤️ My sister and l both have spectrum issues especially under stress and well international travel… A Family restaurant sounds so fun and comfortable when you are feeling too much new input right now

[@Lottiee_What]

I found Martina again!! Oh my goodness, my heart nearly exploded with joy! It's been so long since i was able to watch, i lost access to my old youtube account. This brings back such nostalgia and joy, you kept me sane during exam season and long work days. I loved watching your videos when i couldn't sleep. YAY!

[@KingKogi]

Welcome back Charlotte! I hope you enjoy the vibe and feel here on King Kogi, I’m working on two new videos this month!

[@meganelizabethmoon]

I would love to see a Tokyo Pizza Guide, Tokyo Ice Cream Guide, or Tokyo Bakery Guide.

[@KingKogi]

Noted! So many great pizza places in Tokyo with stone baked Italian style pizza as well as a few American style shops too! Ohhh ice cream! I have so many spots pinned, and bakeries too!

[@meganelizabethmoon]

@@KingKogi Oh wow, thanks so much for the reply! I've been a fan of your videos since 2012.

[@starkiddust6728]

@@KingKogi if that's the case, then i'm definitely looking forwards to those guides ! especially with summer on the horizon for ice cream.

[@kelleywyskiel8513]

My memory of Tokyo pizza is that it was ridiculously expensive and that fish and squid are much more normal common than the toppings Americans are used to. I loved every single moment living around Japan. I thought this was going to be the Royal restaurant, it was in Okinawa though, and the best curry and gyoza, the best fried rice, anywhere across the Asian islands. I had never seen this many American style dishes in a Tokyo restaurant but it’s been decades.

[@NinjaDimes]

@@kelleywyskiel8513 You're wrong about the Tokyo Pizza scene. Maybe Dominos Japan and that kind of ilk are expensive and have a lot of weird toppings, but Japan actually has hundreds of Italian style Pizza places, you can find them almost everywhere. They are legit places-- a lot of the chefs trained in Naples, and some of them are as good as places you find in Italy, and are DOC certified. For example: Salvatore Cuomo, Da Michele, Pizzeria Ciro, Da Isa, Frey’s Famous Pizzeria, Savoy Pizza, Pizza Studio Tamaki, Pizza Marumo, Seirinkan Pizza... there's even a fried Pizza place called NAPD by Dicoprio (タリアンバル NAPD ナップデ) by a Japanese guy that is famous in Italy for speaking Neapolitan dialect. These are all Neopolitan style pizza places in Tokyo that are extremely high rated. No squid in sight. And there are probably dozens more, I didn't bookmark them all because there are too many.

[@ronanbottinga6731]

I remember going to a family restaurant when I went to Japan in 2016, this made me so nostalgic bc I had a great meal there lol, I can’t wait to come back soon

[@tareginda]

Yyyeeaaahhh ! Thanks x 100 for rehoming these old videos to KK . Japanese diners looks awesome !!! Thanks for explaining menu ~

[@tokidokiteacher659]

After watching your video I went to Royal Host in Shinagawa yesterday. 6 years in Tokyo and never been before. Had the onion soup and strawberry dessert - both delicious. Definitely will be going again. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@KingKogi]

The onion soup was super savoury and warming, right? And their dessert was shockingly good! I'm really not into those super cute looking desserts that taste like nothing but sugar, but the parfait at RH was actually yummy. Glad you gave it a shot!

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I am so glad that you have new content and that you are getting your numbers back up there :)

[@KingKogi]

I don’t think I’ll ever reach the numbers I had before, but I’m very happy with this lovely community and the quality of videos I’m putting out. Enjoying myself!

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Martina your personality is infectious keep up the great work!!

[@mushroomlena]

So glad you’re reuploading videos to King Kogi! I love this one it’s so relaxing and cozy to watch.

[@kuurocks]

I really like these types of videos, showing a different side to Japan to what we usually see Great job

[@tahiti1972]

久しぶりに元気な姿を見れて良かった！

[@Cherrytango87]

Love that you are doing the King Kogi Travel Guide! For our first time in Japan we used so many of your videos before as our guide we are coming back later on this year and I will definitely get this thank you so much.

[@RecreateLife]

I feel like the menu just seems so long bc it has pictures for everything! I honestly really appreciate that so you know what you’re getting

[@Peachie231]

I love watching any of your videos. They bring me so much joy, you always have a way of pulling people in and making feel like an old friend. I will happily rewatch any older videos you have to post. Much love Martina, from a longtime viewer 💕

[@bp15]

I used to go to Joyfull in Ehime!! This reminds me so much of it ❤❤

[@junsjulywonpilsyonpilchany5241]

That's such an extensive menu! And indeed, everything looks exactly the same as shown in the photos. Glad I am having a meal while watching this.

[@jenniferbrown8305]

Awesome! I've been looking for places to take my sister-in-law and 10 year old niece when we visit. The niece is a chatty gal, so a place that noise is tolerated is appreciated. Can't beat that parfait!

[@gustusstei8178]

Martina I love your content. It calms me so much and allows me to take my mind off any troubles. I am going into medical school soon and started watching you when I was only 13!!! So glad to see you back doing what you love. Much love from New Orleans, Louisiana.

[@crabapples1995]

On our last trip to Japan we ate breakfast at Royal Host and I fell in love. Was so spotless you could eat off the floor.

[@stacywestly64]

Martina, you are thriving! The addition of the travel guides is a terrific extension of your beautiful videos. just so happy for your continued success!

[@gfunklbc8849]

Great video! So interesting to see a different kind of place to eat! Love your content for this kind of variety! It helps to give information about something that I probably would have been too shy/scared or intimidated to check out in my own. Thank you!

[@kthsdlr]

These videos are so comforting to me. I'm able to gently see something new, but in a familiar way. These travel guides are such a good idea.

[@arcanedame3015]

I keep getting surprised that there were older videos I missed! Thank you for sharing these again, it was a nice surprise!

[@ladyremy8783]

Woot! Time to rewatch Martina eating delicious food! "Oh nuu," said no one ever! Thank you for posting such interesting videos, especially how to order with the little button and showing us the menu. Your peppiness and excitement for trying new things is so contagious. God, onion soup is the most deceiving soup. It's like, "Don't eat me. I'm not aesthetically appealing," and then it's the best thing you've ever had in your life. My top three soups are potato bacon, onion soup, and tomato bisque.

[@deborahblackman6676]

Omg I've been to that Royal Host! Had the Hamburger deal, waiter was great and there's a large supermarket nearby 😍I miss Japan!

[@gplaydee]

Love the travel guide idea. I won't be able to visit Japan in a while, but I am praying that it still exists when I do go.

[@TrishaMaybe]

I started watching this when you posted it and was too hungry to continue! I had to come back to it and am finishing it today! Great video.

[@crissybunbun]

These videos give me life. Thank you for doing you and your incredible authenticity

[@row2731]

YESSS!!! I was hoping you will migrate this video over to the king kogi land! thanks for the hard work Martina!

[@danniyao7541]

Martina, you rock! Thank you for your videos over the years! Sharing your ups and downs, they made me laugh and cry! Thank you for your honesty, humour and positivity! Keep up the goodness! You are a beautiful soul!

[@benjamindover4033]

I’ve eaten at the Royal Host in Kobe a few times. It’s so much like going to Shoney’s. The menu and photos, the drink bar, and even the treats for sale near the cashier. It was fun after so many “regular” Japanese restaurant.s

[@kseniakolykhalova5629]

Every your video i think how kind and nice you are! beautiful outside and beautiful inside!

[@Maiyinlikesmusic]

I'm currently saving up for a trip to Japan! So many exciting sights to see, food to be tasted, gashapons to be pulled, and plushies to snuggle

[@villanli]

Hey Martina, I just wanted to thank you for your amazing content! It's really what I was looking for on KZbin for a while, but couldn't find. A video that is informative YET feels like I am just a friend coming along pretending to be actually living in Tokyo. It truly let's me escape from my day to day life and gives me the authenticity of actually traveling without doing it. I especially love playing them while doing chores so they are less boring and I just wanted to thank you for that. Please stay the way you are and show us all the little things in life one might not notice through a normal KZbin Video (like the stickers on the streets). Greetings from Germany 💖

[@I_am_Lauren]

Congrats on the launch of the travel guide! That's a big project!

[@elilu4717]

It makes me so happy to see you post videos like these 🥺❤️ making me miss Japan sm 😩

[@biteofdog]

This is an interesting slice of life of things in Japan, I like it! It's basically the Denny's experience. I love odd things about life, it's like a documentary of the bland.

[@lvg7777]

Martina this is such a good idea! Thank you for putting this together

[@ShaneNixonFamily]

Funnily enough we hadn't of thought of taking the fam to family restaurants in Japan. 😆 I think we will have to reassess our position on family restaurants the next time we visit Japan. Thanks Martina.

[@SeeWithYourHeart97]

Somehow managed to miss this video before. Happy to enjoy it on a monday morning after a stressful deadline yesterday. Thanks Martina 😀

[@PrismsinaKaleidoscope]

Always excited to see a video from you and they really help on low appetite days.

[@sakurachanmemory8921]

Welcome to Japan. Where deliciousfood and entertainment are abundant

[@kitki83]

Me and my partner literally made a run to a local chain after watching your video! Thx for reco on our last couple of days in Japan.

[@KingKogi]

Nice! It’s an easy experience right? I hope you tried the parfait of the month, it’s always changing with the seasons!

[@Katylou1230]

Omg Martina, this came on my feed at total random. I'm so happy to see you 😊

[@KingKogi]

I’ve been here the whole time! You’ve got quite a few videos to catch up on; welcome to the King Kogi community 👑 🐷

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@@KingKogi I used to watch all of your videos. Subscribed and will be checking out your content. I was and still am a huge fan.

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So nice to see these uploads, always worth another watch!

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much love for our dear leader King Kogi. Love this video!

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Awesome Sauce and Burgers My Kind of EATS !! Thanks Martina for all the Fun You Bring it really helps.

[@ArwynLykin]

Missing Japan so much. Thanks for a great video.

[@ElectriKitty]

I am so so so excited for my Japan trip now!

[@AyaV18]

I am definitely going to try to convince my friends to visit this one when we are in Japan.

[@KingKogi]

When your brain is feeling exhausted and you’re looking for an English menu but with Japanese comfort foods, you’ll surely be able to find success in Royal Host

[@Ilsezwarts]

Hadn't had the opportunity to watch the original video, watching it now! Thanks Martina ♡

[@abeg1571]

No pressure, but any chance you could do a video on halal restaurants in Tokyo/Japan? One of my favorite videos was your Korea one, and this video really brought me those same vibes. Thanks!

[@Flamarea]

This is a great suggestion for my family trip with my kiddos! Thank you! I was telling my husband that japan doesn't scam you, what it looks like on the menu is what it looks like in real life!

[@KingKogi]

Yeah, Japan is not a scammy place. Even the taxis are honest. And if you drop a wallet, people run to give it back. They are in their own little bubble, which is why many Japanese people who go to Europe for vacation often get pickpocketed and have their phones stolen super easily! They are too innocent 😂

[@smccounts]

Holy crap, just caught up with things, and subscribed here instead. It's great to see this video here. It brought back lovely memories of our time in Japan in 2019. Love, light and peace from two old folks ♥

[@leighkuglin7797]

Really love your videos. The dream is to make it to Japan and hopefully never leave. I am concerned with some of my food allergies, but I can live on fish and rice.

[@chefykitty]

Accessible locations and destination guides would be amazing!

[@scottydoggymama]

So glad about your travel guides congratulations

[@juwitapurnamirs3891]

Wish you all the best, Martina!

[@sw4692]

Thank you for the review, I was always curious about these chain family restaurants.

[@vauxite]

Oooh I love being able to watch some of your older videos here. Great idea!

[@Simulacra719]

We went to Jonathan’s a couple of times when we visited Japan and loved it - such good value, but so hard to choose from the massive menu! The drink bar thing is so much fun (might’ve got a bit overexcited 😆).

[@joannedavis6249]

I don't know why, but this brought back memories of long road trip & pit stops.

[@redrosalie11]

Love seeing this vid on this channel. I drooled watching these delicious meals again😀🤤

[@azianzrule10]

Every time you post martina I watch it instantly. Every single video you have posted so far has been super entertaining and informative. I've been following you since I was in middle school and your energy has never changed. I appreciate your positive energy and humor and I look forward to your content every time!!! I will be visiting Japan in the future so I will definitely be using your tour guide plans

[@Iveta709]

I am looking forward to your new adventures :) Just watched a few older videos - it brings me a good mood, when I am a bit down and stressed. Stay lovely!

[@Penguuwn]

Knew it was a repost but that won't stop be from watching because this video was 10/10 😊

[@anindo73]

Hi Martina! Great video!! This had the exact charm that the old FAPFAPs had it was such a delight, I know this video will be a comfort video for years to come. I'm going to Japan in October for two weeks for my honeymoon and my to-be-husband and I are at a total loss on what to do - we want to try ryokans with the tubs in the room (tattoos), I'd love a guide of relaxing things to do in Tokyo, Kawaguchiko, and Kyoto!

[@mikaellarsson7932]

oh, a bit late reply I guess. Just wanted to say about ryokans and bath houses, do not worry so much about tattoos. I have lived in Japan for years and have many tats, never had any trouble going to public onsens or baths. People in Japan are mainly worried about yakuzas and no one think a gaijin is a yakuza really. If one is respectful, polite and calm no problem. I hope you had a great time.

[@mikaellarsson7932]

Very nice clip! I love Royal Host and it is also a bit patriotic since we lived in Nakasu, Fukuoka for years. You are right, a hamburger in these places is not like an American hamburger. Japanese say hambagu or even hambraga, it is soft, often mix between beef and pork with egg and breadcrumbs and comes with a sauce. In England and Sweden it is called a pan steak. It is very good. I also like the tonkatsu in Royal Host. The onion soup is also great as you say. Arigato!

[@MareeHassallsArt]

Congrats on the foodie travel guide! It'll help a lot of people I'm sure!

[@donotsu6378]

I really like Royal Host…..very good value! Auesome background music….and love your channel

[@QueenJaneway]

Loved to look at the menu with you!!

[@ihikealone]

It's interesting to see a mix of traditional-ish items and things I'd expect to see at Denny's in the US. It would be fun if you went back for breakfast ( or anywhere for breakfast-- seems like no one talks about breakfast).

[@blue_bree_2ne1]

This looks 10000 times better then Denny’s lmao. Denny’s is trash but Any sort of Family Dinner chain is what this reminds me of. I’d LOVE to try it omg

[@sarahplife]

Japanese Denny’s is quite similar but I dare say their grand menu is even more massive, and surprisingly creative.

[@skywobleross5203]

Good job mo b ing the videos over, I will rewatch and like again! 👍

[@marki5363]

I really love your videos, you just have a great personality and your happiness is really contagious

[@DydydyA]

I really don't know what it is but your videos always feel like coming home. I talk the same way to my friends and family when we go out to eat. So homey 🥺

[@XDproductionsXD]

Hey you~ Another great episode! Love your humor~ Since there are so many places to eat I really didn't consider Royal Host....but next trip I must experience this fam jam.

[@ElaMariaLucia]

My parents live in Japan and I always tell them about things you recommend! Sadly my mom didn’t like coco curry…I think she was comparing it to Indian Curry

[@kathrynmatheson6990]

So many lonely planet vibes! Love this style of travel discovery videos, I'm 15 again watch PBS on channel 5 on a Sunday afternoon.....(happy content noise).

[@Jaxalopi]

I’m so happy you made this video! I’ve been really curious about these kind of diners! 😃💖💖💖

[@isalesme015]

15:34 i can see the joy in your face even tho your face is not focused😂 can someone look at me the way Martina looks at that strawberry parfait

[@pgrevstad]

I lived in Oosaka from 2004-2006, and regret to admit that I never knew these 'everything' restaurants do such good food!!

[@saranghaejazzmin]

French oinion soup is my favorite - easy to make

[@cornelia12390]

Amazing idea with the travel guide! It fits you perfectly!

[@LisaMA]

I wish there was a restaurant like this in the US! That dessert menu looks amazing!

[@watzittoya437501]

I have watched this video a bunch of times and now that it's reuploaded here I'm watching it again lol It just makes me so hungry :D

[@AuthorTinaMoss]

Thank you, Martina! Need to check out a RoHo next time I’m in Japan. I’d love to see a guide on Okinawa! 💖

[@SailorMoonicorn]

Watching your videos when I’m famished is a special kind of torture. 😂

[@lore6370]

This video deserves a second watch, food looks delicious 😍😍😍😍

[@gastography]

Happy to rewatch this video - I’d forgotten about it! Would love to see a first-timer to Tokyo guide - I’ve got a running list of suggestions I’ve cobbled together through the years, but it’s so long now beginning actually planning a trip is overwhelming to say the least. Would love your current thoughts on the highlights - the guides look great!

[@jarrodcox4200]

Good to see you back. Love the video.