One year of life in the Japanese countryside

[@dhruv2985]

This feels like those studio Ghibli movie still shots where, you just saw the world of it gliding through time.

[@julianzenker6679]

true!

[@altontakata]

Maybe they can go exploring like Satsuki and Mei. And, will see Totoro... I, too, would be Immersed in a world of Studio Ghibli ... Have a happy life there!!!

[@BitOHoney276]

This is exactly what my daughter said last night while we watched. ❤❤

[@MareikeCookie]

It's called ma, in Hiragana it's ま. And I love it. ❤️

[@derekma5684]

I was thinking the same thing! So refreshing in the middle of my work day as well…

[@Yngvi_Barran]

I love the sound of summer in Japan. The birds, the cicadas and so on

[@jl2000doramail]

I actually think the sound of cicadas are peaceful and Zen.

[@piano_beginner]

@@jl2000doramail 蝉(cicada) 禅(Zen) Your point is very astute.

[@rubies200]

I have had the feeling of the Japanese countryside, right here in the USA! The cicadas are LOUD here in the South.

[@jl2000doramail]

@@rubies200 I wish we could hear the sound of cicadas right here in Northern California.

[@minimouse1357]

ところが 今では、亜熱帯みたいなサウナのようか夏に。 私が子供の頃とは気候が違います。 太陽光パネルのせいでは？ 🇨🇳が勝手に自然を破壊してる。

[@aiyalidat]

I'm in love with the life you've created for yourself in Japan. Visiting and backpacking for like 4 months in the Japanese countryside is a dream I've had since I was a child. The way you capture the essence of life over there just makes me yearn for something I've never experienced outside of media. Mahalo nui loa for sharing your journey with us.

[@DanielKiflu-y4r]

It made me glad that I ain't the only one to wish to spend some time in Japan, I have this long, to go to Japan and live at least for two years son that I can learn their healthy lifestyle and their habits of doing things

[@Flyingcow2021]

This little corner of the world you've carved out for yourselves is almost too special to share. I'm very grateful you chose to share this with all of us.

[@Arandolor]

An hour long vid from MaigoMika? Is this Christmas?😁 Can't wait!

[@rickylovesyou]

Its May. So no. Not Christmas

[@Hellwinofficial]

@@rickylovesyou Thanks for clarifying!

[@galeparker1067]

​@Duyen-nc8dz newbie here! 🥰🥰🥰 to all! 👃✌️🇨🇦

[@maigomika]

Hehe this comment made me giggle 😂

[@lnam5026]

​@@maigomikaI'm a new subscriber. Beautiful video. Where are you guys located? ❤

[@catarinaassuncao157]

Omg seeing Pancake growing up so fast makes my heart melt.❤

[@dianetanski464]

He is so cute! What a cute name, too. Pancake!

[@thims1961]

Pancakes turned a gorgeous shade of red

[@thims1961]

Does Pancake take exception to the Macaque's or other Monkey's

[@ちゃんぽん-u4e]

観ている私まで、幸せな気持ちになります。ありがとうございます😊

[@zenu8507]

This video brought me to tears. I'd been living this year feeling like giving up but seeing how beautiful life can be made me want to find a life just as beautiful. Thank you.

[@maigomika]

I'm sorry to hear that. 😓 Can totally understand that feeling, it can be normal for many to go experience the same thing at least once in their lives. Life is full of wonderful experiences, and I'm happy to hear the video inspired you to seek out your version of your beautiful life. 🥹

[@skip_y]

The quiet sounds and bits of candid dialogue are so soothing. Thank you for sharing bits of your life in the countryside.

[@nancyorchard8867]

This may be the loveliest video I’ve seen in a long time. I’ve been following you but your compilation of the last year is simply charming. Thank you from Iowa!

[@itsanniedee]

These videos bring me so much joy and comfort. I’m so excited to settle in and watch this hour long treat. Thanks for sharing so much with your community.

[@Japan_Manga_Music]

ジブリの物語の中にいるみたいで心が安らぎます😊

[@kazuwilliams5222]

Maigomika videos are my therapy from living in the dirty noisy city of Los Angeles. In 5 years, I will retire to Japan. Thanks for another video.

[@G1s3tnot]

Pure bliss Beautifully shot and edited Perfect sound track What a great gift to your viewers Thanh you!

[@Deckyleaf]

I looked forward to the videos. My old 16 year old cat used to cuddle in comfort watching before she passed. I love watching your videos as calming and educational as they are. The slice of life is a nice change.

[@abetgoto5499]

How flies, Pancake was just a pup, now he is a full grown dog, amazing! I enjoyed the passing of the four seasons! Thanks for sharing,these are only seen in my dreams, from Philippines...

[@roxannemarieguerin5747]

Also I would like to thank you for making shots that have reawakened my want to draw in my style! ❤

[@SpaC3Invada]

One of a kind, very special movie. I smiled throughout the entire video lol, thanks for making this and look forward to next years❤

[@frankfarklesberry]

All this footage was wonderful with my coffee this morning. I can't get over Pancake's transformation! Congratulations on your first year, guys!

[@_.MERO._]

今年こそ帰りたい‼︎ いつも動画を観て懐かしくって泣きそうになる… ありがとう♡"

[@Vixpine]

it has been a pleasure to have found your channel a few months ago, and binge-watched up to your recent uploads. Watching you turn this abandoned house, into a home, has been wonderful. It is a peaceful, but hard-working lifestyle that is so interesting to get an insight into. I'd love to see more about your day-to-day lives and how you make your livelihoods to support this peaceful life. The work you two do outside of the house and yard. But as always, thank you for your hard work in making these videos for us all to enjoy!

[@juliarhrmyr]

This is absolutely what Animal Crossing would look like irl, so relaxing to watch 😍

[@Stuck-Chuck]

What a great video. It must have taken a long time to edit. I'm sure living in the countryside is difficult, and yet you both make it look effortless. I'm really enjoying your content, and especially watching Pancake grow up in this video was so wonderful. Thanks, Mika-san!

[@Foodbasedgamer]

Ahhhh seeing baby pancake again warmed my heart! It's crazy to think it's been a year already! I'm excited to see what new things you experience in the next one!

[@maigomika]

I still can't get over how quickly he has grown! 🥹 It was a nice trip going over all the past year's footage and seeing how little he was when he first got here.

[@atakkuuuuu]

Thank you so much for posting this very wonderful and therapeutic video for all of us to watch! I enjoyed every second of it! Hope you and your partner and Pancake are thriving and doing well. ❤

[@johnbeard3733]

Ahhhh....beeru after a hard day's work. Perfect!

[@Gigi2four]

One hour of pure bliss for a city dweller. That pup is everything ❤️

[@spaceadventuring]

I forgot how small Pancake was..... He grew so fast!! Thanks for the video, it's helping me get my work done ❤

[@Syaska]

A wonderful channel. Thanks for creating it

[@booksnanxiety]

I literally have been putting this on the TV in my office as background noise and it has made me so calm and relaxed. Also envious of a life I feel I could never live myself. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@anacarpenter9254]

2024 Living in New Zealand 🇳🇿 Japan 🇯🇵 this lifestyle of yours is pretty well identical to mine. Japan countryside where you are is beautiful. Adapting looks so relaxing. Good for you 2 and puppy. The efforts you put in is equalised with delicious foody dishes. Thanks for the look in ❤...😊

[@randregL]

This was lovely! I loved watching the seasons change.

[@MerciJapon]

Simple, poetic and just amazing. Thank you Mika! ✨

[@larindanomikos]

I envy you. I always wanted to live in Japan. Now I am so old I must admit to myself that it will never happen. Thanks for letting me do it vicariously.

[@97Hotairballoon]

Earlier today I was actually scrolling through KZbin, thinking how lovely it would be to see a new update from you soon, and now it's here❤So excited that my wish came true 😊 Thank you!

[@amethyst4614]

田舎で過ごすことは大変なことも多いですが、ふとした時に感じられる 自然な時の流れにとても癒されるんですよね。 なんとなく、日本人よりも日本人している気持ちで見れました。

[@Notesofcitrus]

As someone who loves visiting Japan but is settled down in Canada, your videos mean the world to me! I feel like I’ve really gotten to know Japan and the seasons through your videos and it has been such a treat ❤❤❤ Thank you Mika!

[@Tomasitos]

Maybe it's the cute dog that made me watch this 3 times and maybe more. It seems to bring about nostalgic feelings for me and bring about old memories as well as unfulfilled travel desires. Thanks for sharing your precious moments of the last year.

[@m.a.p.g.]

We’re viewing a house and property tomorrow. The sellers also moved to Japan a year ago and decided to stay permanently. Lucky for us.

[@elithess]

Came for the rural Japan content, stayed for the pancake content! Xoxo from Greece ❤️

[@dreamchampagne]

Baby pancake jumping in the garden ❤

[@margheritagalasso947]

It was sooo beautiful to stay with the three of you for one hour! Thank you, hope to see you soon ❤

[@jiraiya7843]

Definitely the best video I have watched in 2024 that includes movies, web series & anime too. Good work guys. Keep the content like this only. I love you guys.

[@jiraiya7843]

Watching Pancake filling your lives like having a child. It's just awesome!

[@roxannemarieguerin5747]

I was not ready for a one hour video but I'm excited for thisssssssss. Thank youuuu

[@Ardious]

Very happy to see continuation! I would be lying if I said I haven't considered moving to Japan's countryside.

[@louisesemrani6860]

What a great spot ❤you have added so much warmth to this house maybe the owners would let you buy it ❤️🐨🦘

[@tommy2815]

ワンちゃんとのお布団畳やお掃除の攻防が可愛い😂❤

[@Hoolysegoo]

This makes me want to cry happy tears while watching, I love love love this style of video with no voiceover, brings me back to growing up in the countryside. Thank you for this hour of bliss while I am working! I would love it if you released some ASMR videos when it's raining of your garden and rice fields and the surrounding areas.

[@joygatewood8028]

In one hour you captured the best things. The playful puppy, the clouds on the mountains, the rain, the bird sounds, the frogs. Love the close ups, the soft and just right background music. The skillful edits juxtaposing the rice growing to herald the growing season. I've never seen rice planting and harvesting before - and the machine used is the same used to plant sea oats along the North Carolina dunes. I love this so much. Felt like I was watching a Hayao Miyazaki film - but better.

[@yot-su]

sublime!!! just amazing. you have such a great eye for capturing these scenes. it really embodies that japanese idiom "mono no aware" -- i can feel your empathy and sensitivity towards all of these scenes. its really beautiful thank you for sharing

[@MrFrenchie2010]

My wife and I are in Marugame. Visiting her family. Her family lives around rice field area. Currently at Fuji Grand. Her parents do not have wifi. It is a beautiful Island. We are from the North Shore. Dream of moving here in five years. Happy I found your channel

[@oler1chyT]

So no one is going to talk about this man's axe form? It's sublime. Cheers to a wonderful year for you and your partner. Wild to watch Pancake grow so fast!

[@maigomika]

Jesse is glowing as I read him this comment. 🫣 Thank you 🥰

[@oler1chyT]

@@maigomika Looking forward to many more awesome pieces of footage from you. The shots of the countryside during the many storms you have there is a stark contrast from my experience living in New Mexico. Love the channel!

[@transcendcapitalism]

i thought that too!

[@brigidm6279]

This was beautiful. I watched every minute. You live beautifully in a beautiful place.

[@DavidSmith-vw5eg]

My cat can’t get enough of your dog and bugs, She has bee laying in front of my tv intently watching along with me.

[@Lordgeorge16]

The scenery in rural Japan is unreal. No matter what season it is, what time of day it is, or what the weather is like, it's absolutely stunning. And watching Pancake grow up is so cute! Thank you for sharing this with us! Can't wait for the next update.

[@McLOVIN_456]

What a beautiful life, even if i never would move into the countryside, it‘s still nice to watch

[@Kittyintheraiyn]

Pancake is so heckin' cute! Mika and Jesse also have their cute moments

[@mattdecker6791]

Sitting here on a Sunday morning eating a stack of pancakes while watching Pancake! Life is good 👍

[@Bluepaccao]

these videos are so peaceful, love to watch them

[@Satcheler-J-dq8xv]

Absolutely mesmerizing! Your photography, sequencing and sounds are fabulous. It is a delight to watch Pancake grow. ❤❤❤

[@alicehasdrownedjpg2983]

this is the first time im seeing your videos and it gave a sensation ive never felt before of longing, i want this type of life so bad, im only 23 but i hope ill achieve it soon

[@Justthisrode]

I love the longer format, but also what I find captivating is when you tell the stories!

[@christopherk7920]

i used to live just less than 200m fr a forest in East Malaysia back in the mid 80's and I can say its been a wonderful experience. Air is cooler, cleaner and I get to go fishing & shrimp catching with friends. The downside is you will occasionally bump into snakes and scorpions from time to time. And oh there are lotsa cicadas too....😄

[@JT-df1mr]

Puppy growing up in the countryside. Such precious content ❤❤❤

[@tacitusromanus8239]

What a beautiful video of your year living in rural Japan! You are blessed to live in such a wonderful area complete with so many varieties of flora and fauna. Pancake enjoyed each season too especially winter. I love what you have created for yourselves. Congratulations! Arigato gozaimasu! ♥

[@nattochan2618]

As a Tokyo resident, your videos make me nice and relaxed ❤

[@joroshinkai]

All of you guys are my type of people. Who loves nature and wanna live this type of life. I Love the water body in which he was swimming. I actually live in country side but someday I wanna move to japan and live somewhere similar. I've watched a video by tokyo lens titled " 24 hours with a Japanese hermit in hidden village " the place in that video amazing. Please keep uploading regularly.

[@marieastwood5016]

I love love the way you live simple life with lots of green organic veggies. 🥦 also with your adorable dog 🐕the only missing is to take care of chicken so you don’t have to buy eggs 🥚

[@bobstanden6788]

Thanks for sharing this, loved watching Pancake grow up, the bedroom play is sooo funny.

[@gumpyoldbugger6944]

First found Mika's video by accident on the day the first one was uploaded while I was stuck at Royal Columbian Hospital after a long stay and was waiting for a rehab slot. Always looked forward to your next one, it was one of the highlights of my day when the popped up. Rehabs done and back home again and still look forward to you videos, I love the slow gentle pace of them, please keep up the lovely work.

[@maigomika]

What a lucky accident to have you stumble onto us! Thank you for sticking with us and happy to have you here 🥹

[@DanielKiflu-y4r]

The title grabbed me from scrolling Japans calming videos. You know there is a soul resting thing in japanese videos. I have this long, to go to Japan and live at least for two years so that I can learn their healthy lifestyle and their habits of doing things

[@JamieBainbridge]

This is so much like the in-between scenes in a countryside anime like. Obviously this is the lifestyle the cartoons represent but gee they capture it well.

[@kevinbobevin7569]

Oh my gosh!! ii tokoro desu neee!! By "chance" I happened upon your site and it brought me back to my decade in Japan. ❤❤❤ Nihon ni kaeritai na.. Love in the countryside in an old house . itsuka... Arigatou gozaiimasu!!

[@debnohokau200]

Just found your Chanel today. Love the different seasons, animals(didn't know about the monkeys) the butterfly(yellow so gorgeous). Such a beautiful outlook over the river and see the hill side, rice fields pure bless. In my 50's considering where to retire to eventually. Japan's countryside reminds me of my childhood in NZ growing up in the country farming we also preserved, grew our own vege's and literlly lived off the land. All the best to you both and your little doggo.Thanks for sharing, I'm now a fan.

[@maigomika]

Sounds like a beautiful environment to grow up in. 🥹 I hope wherever you retire to is just as beautiful!

[@EcomCarl]

What a beautiful way to celebrate a year in Japan! 🌸 your video captures the essence of rural Japan's seasons, offering viewers a serene escape and a glimpse into the couple's remarkable journey in transforming abandoned spaces into a cozy home.

[@critterwriter]

I enjoy the videos of your life a lot. Looks so idyllic, yet not such an easy life.

[@NKunihisa]

I lived for 7 years in the Japanese countryside and this brought me right back. I miss it every day. Thank you for this beautiful video.

[@dorsetdumpling5387]

Beautiful video - makes up for having to wade through all the rubbish posted on YT (and I’m so glad that Pancake gets recognition for all the hard work he’s put in over the year)

[@Rurallifevlogs68]

I love Japan and I love the way Japanese live. Such an art!!

[@nebuye2909]

This is giving such calmness, I feel like my world just slowed down! Thank you for sharing this!

[@AJ-rc5lr]

Wow i actually watched your first ever video last year, and then i totally forgot about your channel until today when it just decided to pop up into my recommended videos!

[@maigomika]

Pancake is never outside alone, and these monkeys stay pretty far if humans are around.

[@rizkys8791]

a lovely life.... thank you for sharing what kind life u have with u partner for 1 year.

[@jenzyy73]

This is exactly what I needed on a cozy Saturday, thank you. ✨

[@scottjones5455]

I hope this becomes your forever home, I can't imagine a more beautiful place.

[@scottjones5455]

Oops, I just watched the most recent video. I can't imagine better care takers of a temporary home.

[@eyema88]

I've been following you for a while now and happy to say that our Akiya Dream is about to come true. We left B.C. in Feb and are looking to get a place in central (re: rural) Kyoto-fu. It's been about 3 years in the planning and it's finally coming to fruition. The change of lifestyle will be a challenge but a joy as well. Your insights have been enlightening.

[@neechiwa]

How exciting! Will you be making videos of your new adventure?

[@eyema88]

@@neechiwa We are planning some basic videos. Not sure if we are going public with them.

[@tuanphim123]

You are both good at cooking and funny, I like your dancing.

[@misskirimi6866]

Kabocha flowers are edible. You can boil them, dip them to any sauce you like. You can make tempura out of them too. Just don’t eat it raw, you wouldn’t like it’s texture. Make sure to remove the pistil and stamen, basically everything in the middle of the flower because they are bitter. P.s. Thank you for 1 hour video

[@audramitchell9894]

Wonderful video ❤️🌹❤️ really enjoyed it . Your dog is wonderful . You have a greatl place there . Thank you for the glimpses into your life 🌹❤️🌹

[@sophoastpn3443]

Love this place so much. It is like in my dream.

[@Pazza72]

Firstly thank you for sharing, such a beautiful and lovely film you have created from you beautiful life in Japan. I fell in love with Japan when I was there in 2017 - will be returning soon. ❤

[@dairlock]

thank you so much i very enjoy about you did, 1yr it quite a bit long to shot vdo

[@kawaiivlog9]

newbies here watching from the other side of Japan great content

[@HF-ch6el]

A year which has gone so fast. Thank you for giving us this. All that you have achieved is outstanding. Long may you continue to thrive. Sending big hugs from Kent Uk.

[@billlumbergh6294]

Nice to see some quite unspoiled nature in Japan. Rare.

[@cosplaykitty96]

The gentle chaos that Pancake brought into the vlogs is so cute

[@elizathepainter8604]

Loved watching Pancake grow up!!

[@joy-ry2er]

Nature is beautiful as always and I'm only at the beginning ! Can't wait to see all the different seasons 😊

[@MrKazukiu]

mikaさんの動画はbgmや映像のセンスが素晴らしい

[@marietaof]

Nice life living in countryside, new friend here watched till the end.That could be a nice flowering plant soon, plant more.

[@yangyu6637]

Love to watch your life in nature.❤ greetings from china.