My First Time Flying to Winter Hokkaido and Travel Situation Update from Narita Airport Ep. 386

Traveling to Hokkaido Sapporo from Tokyo Narita Airport for Snow Festival "さっぽろ雪まつり". After Japan opened, the airport gets super busy, and so many travelers from all over Japan. It's my first time visiting Hokkaido, I am so excited! I hope this video gives you some inspiration for traveling or you feel like you are traveling with me! More adventures are coming so please don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Arigatoooo Let's Keep Walking!😆
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[@RionIshida]

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[@jonbarta673]

Hope you had fun in Sapporo! LETS KEEP WALKING

[@paripitiffany]

I’m glad he walked instead of taking the train.

[@mojojowan]

@@paripitiffany hahaha! I also guessed that he will walk after he mentioned the time difference between train and walk 😆

[@jero7733]

I'd say arrive at the airport two hours before the flight departs. You wouldn't want to rush and you wouldn't want to wait too long if the flight gets delayed.

[@hwooi1986]

At least most of the shops resume at Narita. Can't wait for your Hokkaido Vlog. Sandos are always good for quick bites. Takoyaki will be challenging. It depends on what time is the flight and any lounge use. At least 2 hours before flight if there is lounge use. If not, 1.5 hours at least before flight.

[@RionIshida]

Arigatooo Kedderick!! 🤣True! Sandos and Onigiri, 2 hours of flight! Extra time definitely better than be late!!

[@mojojowan]

I agree that Takoyaki is very challenging. It’s automatic for me to buy an ice cream after I eat Takoyaki because my tongue always get burned 😂

[@paripitiffany]

Thank you “snow” much for sharing your snowy Hokkaido adventure! Look at you! 😏

[@Celeste77789]

[@purpleglasses731]

Loving the pun 😄

[@paripitiffany]

@@Celeste77789

[@paripitiffany]

@@purpleglasses731 🤭🤗 Can’t wait to see him eat! “Uni” (only) the best for him!

[@purpleglasses731]

@@paripitiffany Totally agree 💯😊 can't wait for more food adventures!

[@dennistani1986]

Rion, in the convenience stores , they sell metal or rubber spikes that you can attach to your shoes. They help prevent you from slipping on the ice. The spikes are attached to a strap that attaches to your shoes. Have a great trip!

[@trevorhinds5744]

Have a great day 😀

[@Celeste77789]

Awesome video! So happy to watch you again ☺️, really missed you alot Rion-san. You're Amazing 😍✨ Thankyou so much for the video! The takoyaki holder is Meccha Kawaii 🥰. Hope you have a wonderful day ahead and God bless 🙏🏻❤️

[@paripitiffany]

Hope you’re doing well! God bless!

[@Celeste77789]

@@paripitiffany Yes! I'm doing great 🥰thank you so much. How are you doing dear?

[@paripitiffany]

@@Celeste77789 Not bad, but taking it one day at a time.

[@ksenijacizek5901]

Your excitement before your flight into another adventure to the place you have not visited before could be felt very well. The sunset taken from both the plain as well as the train with whitness of the snow in front of it just so lovely to watch. Supporo seems to be a nice town with the special atmosphere visible even at night. Although rather cold you could have enjoyed both the strolling of the streets and the yummy dinner. Snow festival has a special vibe even at night. Congrats, the whole video was another fun. I cannot help waiting for the rest of your Hokkaido adventure.

[@paripitiffany]

So sweet to see the Sapporo sunset!

[@glenndavidtorres]

Was there Feb 28-March 3, 2018. Couldn't book our group during Odori Snow Festival, as well as can't afford. Times 10 in price comparison. Took the Chitose-Sapporo train that run for about one hour. Stayed at Nakajima area. Still remember my first time, and so far, only time there. Needless to say, I was a victim too of snow, I slipped and fell down, twice. Charged to experience, part of the experience. Loved every bit of it.

[@osaka_ent]

Winter wonderland ❤

[@lynx82901]

Very excited for your next video 🎥 We also want to go to Sapporo next time, please spill your cold wear & where to buy it. Gao, let's keep walking.

[@christycpark]

Finally a video on Hokkaido! Missing Hokkaido and their king crabs ramen. For airport check in 3 hrs before to enjoy lounge facility and food and for boarding time, at the gate half an hour earlier. Hate to sprint after the announcement on last call 😅 which I did before. Do carry some enzyme pill with you and pop before food it helps over eating and quick digestions. Can't wait for your next Sapporo video

[@labbit13ooo80]

My husband and I were just in Tokyo. I was hoping to run into you and say “Gaoooo!” but saw you were in Hokkaido. We went to many areas you visited on your stream. Hope you enjoyed yourself in Hokkaido. We experienced snow for the first time when we went a few years ago and saw snow in Tokyo last week!

[@tns-rox]

Love your travel videos. I'm so glad you're in Hokkaido and that you'll be making a snow festival video. Tanoshimidesu! Arigatogozaimasu ☃

[@mojojowan]

Yes dear! I’m also happy that the Hokkaido Vlogs are really happening now and he had fun there 😊👍

[@julietai7465]

Thanks for letting us know the cost of the flight and hotel. The night scenery of the city is beautiful. Be careful of black ice (patches of ice that are not visible)! Looking forward to the next video!🙏

[@paripitiffany]

Black ice 😨 That slip tho 😱 Phew! 😅

[@mojojowan]

Oooh~ thank you for that tip dear! Since I grew up in a tropical country, I also don’t know about this 😅 but there’s some kind of an ‘accessory’ where you’ll attach it to your shoes so that you won’t slip. Is that really working? 😅

[@mojojowan]

@@paripitiffany I also gasped when I saw that slip 😆

[@trancis_]

I've always wanted to visit Hokkaido/Sapporo and specifically the snow festival, thank you for showing the traveling experience in great detail! Looking forward to the rest!

[@danf.medina825]

Cool 😎

[@ngpaul9253]

Hello Rion, have a great time and enjoy your holidays. Can't wait for your vlog in Sapporo. Great video...Cheers!

[@ianmotasabuanbarriatos]

Dear RION ISHIDA, GOD BLESS OUR TRIP TO SAPPORO AND HOKKAIDO! GAAAOOO!!! That SAPPORO was the Birthplace Rock Band Animé Called GYROAXIA and HOKKAIDO was the Birthplace Pop/Rock Band Animé Called ARGONAVIS!!! GOOD LUCK TO YOUR TRIP! GAAAAAOOOOO!!!🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁🦁 -BRIAN, Muntinlupa City, Manila, Philippines

[@peterzheng1068]

nice door lock at the hotel, straight from the 1980s!

[@aya-san119]

北海道旅前編ありがとうございました‼️空港で時間が無い時のクイックスナックでたこ焼きがオススメで、猫舌向けの食べ方までレクチャーしたのに、最後はコールドうどんがオススメですって言ったの爆笑しました。熱かったんだね🤣北海道さすがに寒そうでした🥶でも、白い息吐くのも楽しそうなRionさん見て、マイナス世界ありがとう。と思いました😂雪のねこバス映してる時、横に居た大谷選手とずっと目が合ってました、熱い視線ですね😂⚾️北海道と言えば味噌ラーメンですよね🍜✨でもあのネギの量、ウケました。麺まで辿り着く自信ないです🤣👍ホテル意外と高いって思いましたが、雪まつりシーズンならそりゃ高いはずですね😅自分も北海道に行ったみたいで楽しかったです‼️ありがとうございました😊

[@paripitiffany]

I didn’t realize Otani-san is that famous and loved. Go Angels!

[@aya-san119]

@@paripitiffany Yes !!As a matter of fact, I was more curious about who the hell he was than I was about the cat Neko bus 😂👍

[@paripitiffany]

@@aya-san119 🤣👍 (I like the Nekobasu more 😸)

[@sk.5]

I visited Hokkaido back in December and I love it!

[@JsonSKY89]

Nice!! I hope to see more northern side of Japan! Gaw!!!

[@ororodrf4150]

I get nervous before travel as well, Rion, so you're not alone. Never let it stop you!! Gaaooo 🦁

[@_EnEm_]

Finally, Hokkaido here Rion comes! 😄 I love the snowy night scenery! Was that the famous Hokkaido ramen miso you had for dinner? I'm so excited to see the Sapporo Snow Festival and your food adventure on your next video. 😄

[@HenryFL1]

VERY informative video Rion ! Since we will be in Japan soon after 10 years ! Now we know how to catch the bus from Tokyo to Narita !!!! Maybe one day do a video of clean affordable hotels in Tokyo ?

[@sanjaig444]

Have a nice Hokkaido trip, Rion. Arigatoo for wonderful Hokkaido video 😍🤩

[@helent9349]

Thanks for the video. I usually get to gate 30 minutes before boarding. Sometimes flights leave early if everyone is onboard.

[@deshungrant31]

OMG! That place is beautiful ❤️

[@gudoe]

Love your videos always! Keep smiling and walking buddy!

[@B0yberg]

It depends on where i travel within Norway about 1hour before departure. Other places in the world about 2 hours before departure

[@Eowynna]

Hello from France , Thank you for gris great vlog 👍🏻

[@stelladarmawan7184]

Have fun in Hokkaido, Rion. I've never been to Hokkaido but my parents have ever been to Hokkaido. It's pretty cold in Hokkaido but it's a nice trip. Thank you for your information.

[@apuspeak8764]

Very helpful, Rion-san. Keep up the good work.

[@IamMoBo]

see you in Japan!

[@RionIshida]

See you soon🦁

[@perdomot]

I am going to Hokkaido next November for the first time and I am looking forward to your videos

[@w2og3m]

Ay esa pelota fue lo que yo vi en el posteo de KZbin ❤😊

[@cstpa1]

you explain with good detail. it is very helpful thank you

[@NeonTumbleweed]

Thanks for the travel tip at the end, but with ramen, it's too good not to eat the whole thing isn't it? 🍜 Even if you'll regret it later 😅So fun that we are going along with you on your first trip to Hokkaido! Looking forward to seeing the snow festival next time! ❄☃

[@mojojowan]

Hehehe I totally agree with you, dear! In Filipino saying, we say “nasa huli lagi ang pagsisisi” (regret always comes last) because how can you say no to a delicious meal? 😆 So to “appease the guilt feeling”, we’ll just say “YOLO!” 😂😂😂

[@SS-wk1kb]

I was at Sapporo 1 day before you arrived :( missed you just by one day 😢 i also ran from terminal 2 to 3 to catch jetstar, it was crazy with many luggages

[@HannoverDaz]

😄 Best vlog so far. Made me laugh a lot. 🥳 Keep having adventures! Keep taking us along with you! GAOOOOOOO 😂

[@ItsRatHead]

tanoshiso, i hope i could visit all japan prefecture someday, otsukare rion!! thanks for the video

[@chubexplorers]

Hope you visited the beer museum, ramen alley and moerenuma park

[@RionIshida]

I really wanted to visit Sapporo beer museum, but unfortunately this time I couldn’t, next time when I visit there in summer👍

[@claratse3792]

omg! I left Sapporo the day after you arrived! The Snow Festival was the main reason we went! It was so fun! Sad that I missed the Otaru light up though

[@paulbridge5706]

This has brought back so many memories as I was there 2019. I went there for the snow festival. Such a wonderful country

[@Coconutlover1000]

Next trip ,how about go to some island?

[@02GreekIslands]

I like that you skipped the preview at the start! Wonderful! Thanks Rion, love it

[@kurtisgillen7658]

Japan always looks so clean and nice must have better laws than the US

[@burbery17]

🥶It looks sooooo cold but at least you got a good hotel, the second hotel I stayed in Tokyo was the Hotel Abest Ginza Kyobashi😁

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Hope u had chance to try Sumire ramen at Sapporo... They have their own 7-11 premium gold instant ramen

[@zakkwylde72]

Sapporo classic beer is good, also ramen Gengis khan!!!

[@cherylsemrau7100]

I usually get to the airport three hours before departure. If you want winter come to Canada during winter.

[@EEXIAOQINMoe]

Good job rion keep it up!!!

[@Grace-bj3xd]

Hello Rion 🤍 be careful not to eat hot food and burn your tongue 😁 loved this video, can’t wait for your next adventure in Hokkaido!

[@cliffrichard5950]

Nice -4 degress ….never experience only 1 degress in incheon…im coming japan…

[@raymartbalagtas1197]

❤❤❤ nice vloggg!!! 🇯🇵🇯🇵😍😍😍

[@Vath01Fly]

So excited to see more of your Hokkaido trip thanks Rion!

[@CowsFriend1333]

Hey Rion! I had the chance to visit Hokkaido last December, watching you excited before the flight made me remember my trip there. Hopefully you have a fantastic time there! Also Jetstar Japan is actually owned by Qantas (the Australian national airline). Best wishes from Sydney, Australia!

[@dennistani1986]

Yes, Jetstar Japan is about 40 percent owned by Qantas and 40 percent owned by JAL.

[@mochanutmeg8085]

Awesome video. I was just there 2/6 to 2/12 for the yuki matsuri also! Lots of lines for everything, but it was awesome. Looking forward to rest of your series.

[@XYoukaiX]

Really nice, I have only been to Hakodate in Hokkaido but nothing further north .... really want to Visit Sapporo in the Future at least once but for Snow I think Aomori might be more interesting ? Also that Hotel is super expensive but makes sense when there is a Festival and many visitors come there.

[@lilisspj4627]

I want go to Hokkaido next month. I will put your activity in my bucket list. Can't wait to eat the ramen

[@tns-rox]

Rion, your 200 yen Takoyaki was Kawaii. 👍

[@TokyoSantorini]

❤❤❤

[@purpleglasses731]

Yes, yes, yes! I'm so happy the video is here! Really enjoyed the brief tour of Narita Airport and the restaurants. Now I know what is good to eat after landing. While you did have the black shirt, I was nervous about the takoyaki sauce staining it 😱 In terms of airport arrival question: I would rather be safe and arrive 2 -3hrs before. I am only saying based on my own experience in the US. If you are not familiar with the TSA in the US, they make going through security really tough, especially in NY🤣 I can totally feel the cold second-hand 🥶 when you got to Sapporo. Please, please wear a hat next time. You lose a good percentage of body heat from your head. Can't wait for part 2! Rest well, and thanks for the hard work!

[@paripitiffany]

I agree, 2-3 hrs. ahead, 3+ especially for international flights. Those breaths he took 😂

[@purpleglasses731]

@Tiffany Ng Yoooo🥶🥶🥶 I was thinking, "Nah, this weather too cold for me." I literally had to grab extra blankets watching this 👀 😩

[@paripitiffany]

@@purpleglasses731 Oh noes, even for you 🥶 So glad he wore his waterproof hiking boots. Top of Mt. Fuji, even in summer, may be chilly, too!

[@mojojowan]

I also agree that we should be at the airport 2-3 hours earlier and 3-4 hours earlier if you’re leaving during peak seasons because the lines and the crowd will go crazy for sure! 😂😂😂

[@mojojowan]

@@paripitiffany we can totally relate to Rion when he breath with smoke coming out because my family and I were like that every time we’re in a winter country 😂😂😂

[@tammykurihara5288]

Wonderful video ❤️My Ojisan used to travel to Hokkaido every year and bring me back Kitsune 🦊Omiyage. I love Kitsune 🦊till today because of his lovely gifts. Watching your video made me think of him. Im glad u had such a great time there Rion! Also,I have a feeling you will be getting alot of spicy plastic 200 yen takoyaki 🐙 balls in your future! 🤔 🤣😂😆

[@puspasari7465]

Rion u're getting more cute, i hope can accidenlty meet you when visit japan this march🤭

[@blueharrington1893]

Gaoooooo cool video Rion have fun I just got from Manhattan New York back to Az fun trip have a good one kanpai 🍻🤟☮️💟🍀😜🤘🦋

[@rendonallones4537]

I just noticed that room hotel looks like in fruit basket prelude

[@pijinx]

I was in osaka last Nov. It was cold outside and I had to wear my jacket. But when I got inside the train or malls, I had to remove it coz I was sweating. And then put it on again when I get out. At the end, I decided not to wear my jacket anymore.

[@babygalacy]

Long time haven't seen your video, I really love Hokkaido and I love your video, don't eat too much next time Rion.😝

[@flamoma8600]

HELLO 🐯RION🐯 U DIDN'T OISHIE was it 2 hot & ??? The color of Ur drink was PRETTY COLOR OF GREEN!!! ❤ UR going on TRAVEL VLOGS 😀😍😄

[@ksenijacizek5901]

After rewatching your typhoon vidio including your audio part I realized that how your charming voice and naration add to your stunning video filming making a total perfect experience for any viewer. I am glad that you safely survived the most severe part of the typhoon on the previous day and were able to make this less badly looking side of a typhoon, due to which even many stores and restaurants could have been opened for so many stuck travelers - including your beloved KURA place. It was fun to watch how you enjoyed your various food items. In the end you showed your warm heart by giving away the gadgets you have won to some kids. This was not your first time for I remember the crocodile episode at Tokyo Station in the past. By the way your new permed hairstyle and the appropriate haircut by your dad suits you so well. I prefer your longer hair but due to hot and humid Japanese summer this is the right solution. Perfect choice! Looking forward to your next edited video covering your return trip to Tokyo and perhaps some sneaky peacks dealing with your future travel plans. GAAOO!!!

[@annnaerikkazamora-ou1rz]

Very informative video will definitely save this for my sapporo trip, enjoyed watching this 😊

[@jiding7530]

Be careful Rion

[@mojojowan]

Yay! The Hokkaido Series is already started 😃🎉 Even it’s kind of crowded (and hassle in some occasions), I am very happy to see that people are coming back to explore the world again and the tourism-related businesses are also booming again 😊👍 Sapporo (or Hokkaido in general) is one of the places in Japan that my family and I really really want to visit ❤ and we keep on discussing what transportation should we take if we go there (we’re torn between Shinkansen & Air Plane). That’s why this video will help us to make a decision 👍 Thanks Rion for sharing your travel experience going to Sapporo. We’re very excited to see your journey there because we can definitely tell that you had fun! 😃 ⛄️ Take care always and God bless! 😊 🙏

[@paripitiffany]

Yea, the 5-hr. train ride could be fun, too! I’ve not considered visiting Hokkaido, but Rion has mentioned that it’s beautiful in the summer, too. Hope he could return and enjoy it again. 😊

[@julietai7465]

I had tried putting traction coils on my hiking boots. Doesn't work on thin ice. Only works on packed snow. Nothing really works for walking on thin ice. 😖 For cars, we have chains for navigating hills and snow tires with deep treads for winter driving.

[@dennistani1986]

@@paripitiffany I'm thinking about taking the train between Tokyo station and Sapporo this summer. I agree, nice trip in the summer!

[@paripitiffany]

@@dennistani1986 (gasp) Hope you do! I think the lavender bloom in later July? 💜 Maybe the weather will be cooler there, too.

[@timborg770]

Is the luggage weight limit very strict in Japan? Do they always check the weight of all your bags inc. carry-on luggage? Love seeing the tourism coming back.

[@RionIshida]

yes, very strict and I have stoppered before too. so just be careful😅👍

[@rodneyoneill75]

Love your Livestreams. What clothes do you recommend for Hokkaido in winter? Is North Face a good choice? I am from Cairns, Australia, so always warm.

[@RionIshida]

Belayer parka was warm enough, if not enough you can always buy the heat pack in combini 👍

[@jhonathanwidodo4174]

I have been there before, i love that place, i hope i can back again

[@Zzyzx_Rd]

Hey Rion, thank you for sharing this helpful tips about location of Tokyo Disneyland. I didn’t know that it is located in Chiba prefecture like NRT. I think many people might assume that it’s in Tokyo since it’s called “Tokyo Disneyland.” This reminds me of a couple of similar situations in the US, such as San Francisco international airport being in San Mateo county instead of San Francisco, and San Francisco premium outlets being located in a city called Livermore about 40 miles away from San Francisco. It goes to show that sometimes things are not always what they seem at first glance?😊

[@nimfastrand3114]

Loving it!!! 😍

[@happyhuang9541]

Goodbye Tokyo Station 👋, let’s keep walking to Hokkaido ❄️😉🎉! 4:07 this apple is so cute, the takoyaki of Rion gashapon is also cute, can squeeze taco out 🐙😁👏, 5:03 🎌Welcome to Japan🎌 😉! 12:15 ♨️😖 12:30 😧😖 12:46 Rion be careful of your cat's tongue 😮😅🤦🏻‍♀️. It takes time to get to the boarding gate, and boarding is generally at least 30 minutes earlier, so try your best , it's better to arrive early 😉👍! 15:18 The scenery is beautiful😍👏. 17:25 The beautiful snow scene😍👏👍! 17:55 😮-4 degrees, Rion is like smoking a cigarette 🚬😆. 20:08 be careful😮😬! 20:55 😮 sculptures made from snow 😍👍👏! 25:55 fresh green onions on top 😋, the weather is too cold and the people waiting in line are hungry and pitiful🥹. 28:13 Rion the stomach is relatively small, don’t eat much😌. Thank you so much for the important travel tip🙏👍👏. Thank you so much for your wonderful Hokkaido trip and will looking forward your next video 🤩😍🤝!

[@sunkitzzed]

I go to the gate at least 30 minutes before boarding 😅

[@madariduan714]

I requested this video a long time ago. Finally. In case you meet Harumichi and Yae, say hi from me.

[@Zenmoodio]

I will be flying from NRT April 26th. Thank you for this video! :)

[@tracyokuno2120]

My husband and I went in 2020 and it was the most beautiful place! We also went skiing out in kukusai and had an amazing time. It’s definitely is a must go place in Hokkaido

[@Diego-vp7zs]

Love your videos!

[@carladavid784]

I flew using Jetstar and yes I love their self checkin❣️😊❣️

[@wantingsg]

I like Muji things. During my trip this Thursday for 10 days, I will be buying Muji luggage ☺️

[@hjeddieh.a2675]

Thanks you for your sharing Rion. I was looking your full video. Nice and beautiful place at Hokkaido Sapporo. I am excited and interested going to Sapporo Hokkaido. Can I asked you Rion, how much cost by airplane from Narita/Haneda airport to Sapporo Hokkaido and how much cost if by train? Thanks you so much Rion.

[@kurtisgillen7658]

Love the video

[@Christopher0817]

As always, another great edited video love your voideos thanks Rion your great

[@cameronfotographie]

Is that Fanta melon?? Love it but hard to find here in Kyoto.

[@mechcam796]

Man I am seriously thinking of taking the Shinkansen to Hakodate next time I’m in Japan even though it would take a lot time compared to a short flight

[@BINWAN556]

LAND SIZE HOKKAIDO 🎌 IS LARGER THAN WHOLE 🇱🇰. 🎌 IS AWESOME...💪

[@benzskyeshxc96]

Would love to see you make video about japan nature

[@evd549]

Tbh if you're taking an international flight and you get assigned to be stuck in Terminal 1 and youre there a bit early, just walk over to Terminal 2 for a bit before checking in. I feel like theres more stuff there lmao Still funny tho the Japanese Airport price is just normal price for places like US or Canada lol

[@aaronconnectsworld]

Rion when I move to Japan I feel like Hokkaido is the place I want to move too, but its such a dramatic change from Los Angeles what do you think?

[@TheBeatles..]

2 toothbrush for 3 days?? hmmmm But loved the video 👍👍👍

[@RionIshida]

🤣 2 nights 3 days😉

[@TheBeatles..]

@@RionIshida 🤐. 🥰

[@user-zy5qr7xk6c]

The door opens like that hotel in Fukuoka