New Travel Rules in Spring 2023, Situation Update From Tokyo Cities and Local Restaurant Ep. 391

[@OldGamerMegara]

Thank you for the video! We will be arriving in Japan this weekend, and we are so excited!

[@mzansimagic4436]

We are coming from South Africa in December. You informative approach is excellent. I wish your channel grows. Thanks You

[@honeycake9111]

Gonna travel to Japan soon so thank you for making this video❤

[@hellshire11]

in the Philippines, that egg and tomato dish is just an ordinary breakfast meal. easy to make but definitely tasty

[@RuizaAnne]

Thank you for all of this! I’m the one who gave u the 1000th like! Also subscribed! Can’t wait to go to Japan in April! Love seeing a mix of everything on this video like the food and tips! Thanks so much again!

[@selfishsolotraveler]

Thanks for sharing! Really like Asakusa area! 😁👍Grrrr!

[@kawaiitropix4837]

Thank you Rion

[@julietai7465]

17:25 "If you are a big fan of caterpillars; if you are a big fan of mentaiko; if you are a big fan of Denny's...." 😂 Well, I am a big fan of Rion_TV, maybe, one day, I will find a "" gatchapon in Akihabara! (A 3D printed gatchapon?) You know, something useless but valuable.🤣 🦁

[@mojojowan]

Ah! That would be awesome, dear! I want to have a gatchapon, too 😃 and I agree with you~ gatcha finds might be useless but they’ll have value because of the memories that you made. Like the Wan Wan, Hotdog and friends ❤😊

[@paripitiffany]

Oh my goodness, a plastic Rion-lion? And when you squeeze it, it says “Gaooo!”? And when you squeeze it again, it says “Let’s keep walking?” 🥺

[@mojojowan]

@@paripitiffany another potential merch here 😆 👍

[@julietai7465]

@@mojojowan Exactly! Their values lie not in their utilities but their reminders of moments in time. Natsukashi! 💝

[@julietai7465]

@@paripitiffany 🤣 That'd be awesome!

[@kumori_ari2677]

Going to Shinjuku for the first time tomorrow. Thanks for the helpful video Rion.

[@travelwidmiguel]

this is very informative,❤❤❤

[@leilanilamour5173]

I still wear a mask everywhere and will plan to wear one while I’m in Japan for an upcoming trip. I’m half Japanese and grew up in Hawaii and was raised to be mindful and considerate of others like they do in Japan. I’m also one of the only people I know who has avoided getting Covid-19 and I want to keep it that way. 🤞😷 Thank you for another awesome video 🌸☺️👍🏼🌸

[@loudsisi7895]

You're amazing! I can't wait to watch your videos like a kid on Christmas morning! 🎉

[@bboydreem]

Love your attitude, very exciting!

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Have a great weekend..🍻 Kanpai!

[@shironavy]

loving how HD the video is. totally worth the investment!! 🎉

[@shindes]

Really very useful video full of information and also I appreciate your honest opinions that you provide. Planning my trip and will be visiting soon.

[@burbery17]

Really enjoying your Tokyo multi-stop videos Rionさん💯

[@wanderingronin4685]

I'll be in Japan this Monday for 3 weeks for family food and sightseeing. Been 18 years from our last trip to Japan, so excited.

[@milycyrus100]

Same, I’ll be there for 3 weeks starting on Monday with my boyfriend. So excited!!

[@alainw77]

Lol i just got here on monday as well!

[@194DAG]

Thank you Rion from UK for great video and lots of useful information. I'm looking forward to visiting Tokyo again in a few months time and this will be very helpful😊

[@Drewscottsman7749]

Rion is the reason I am starting to learn the Japanese language and culture. I love this channel

[@ksenijacizek5901]

Me too, although it seems to me mission impossible as related to reading and writing - Hiragana and Katakana still OK but Kandji - big ??????

[@Stellaaahmanella]

@@ksenijacizek5901 It is so fun when you start learning kanji and one day you read packaging randomly realising you understand what it says. (:

[@Rbskater12000]

I’d recommend you don’t learn Japanese. It’s very complex and most people who start quit.

[@ksenijacizek5901]

@@Rbskater12000 Well, I am not forced to actually learn it because I unfortunately never will be visiting Japan but I am doing it for fun as a linguistic freak and to occupy and excercise my brain with something totally different as related to the foreign languages I have mastered so far.

[@Rbskater12000]

@@ksenijacizek5901 apologies as well, I didn’t mean disrespect in my response. It’s just a hard language. Happy Learning and good luck!

[@anifreakXD]

Thanks for another update video

[@w2og3m]

Ay que bonito.. entiendo lo de la mascara gracias por el abrazo😊

[@looseendstiedinknots]

Just visited Tokyo a few weeks ago with my husband. We had been planning for our trip since before the pandemic, so we were super excited to finally get there! We visited all the areas you showed in this video and it was lovely to relive the amazing moments we had in Tokyo. Thank you! And yes, we had our masks on. As visitors we wanted to respect the locals by following their example.

[@markylon]

Please don't!!! covid has allowed the most extensive testing ever of facemasks and it's proven beyond ALL doubt that masks do not prevent in anyway the spread of coldsz viruses or Covid if anything they make it worse as your mask gets contaminated easily and you're breathing those germs in the whole day. Even the N95s do nothing not even the slightest bit. Also masks can harbour fungi and other moulds and mildew. STOP

[@Rovelty07]

thank you. your video helps a lot

[@christina0715]

Thank you Rion for the updates! Its really getting crowded in Tokyo...😮

[@charleneannepaladan6129]

Your videos really helped in our trip last year especially going to Odaiba which I really love. And we also stayed near this area 😊.. Looking forward for our trip this year, hopefully we can finally meet…

[@gasergeant]

Dude this is one of the best videos for Japan/Tokyo travel I've seen. I love that you stop and enjoy silly fun stuff like Gachopan.

[@gabbsng]

I'll be there in 7 days! Cant wait!

[@soph_6207]

Going to Tokyo soon!! This is so entertaining and making me so excited especially the POV filming is giving me a great idea of the vibes. Thanks for the vid

[@anjoenriquez2463]

Thank you for this Rion.

[@deshungrant31]

Rion always love love love the videos bro! Love the ppl and atmosphere of Japan I'm in Atlanta ga and just love the culture of the ppl their.. I will stay tuned to the next video 🙂

[@maryannayangco6544]

Thank you Rion for this comprehensive video. I learned so much. All the best to you! Keep your video coming ok. Stay safe!

[@aya-san119]

マスクそうですね、この時期だと花粉が凄くて外せない方も多いと思います、今年のスギ花粉とイネ科は強烈です😭でも夏には、みなさん外してるかもしれないですね👍確かにマスクしてると、女性は日焼け止め塗るのととメイクは顔の上部分だけになるので、正直めちゃくちゃ楽だと思います👍エコだし笑。私も相当なめんどくさがり屋なので、もう取らなくてもいいやって思います😂

[@cecelemon2071]

Thank you for your wonderful videos! My partner and I are visiting Japan in April and we are enjoying watching your content!

[@marykaraguzel479]

I have just found your channel whilst researching for my first Japanese trip in November this year! I love the fact that you are showing the subway travel, restaurants and prices as it makes me feel like I know what I need to do when I come!!!! I cannot wait to check out your other videos! :)

[@MayJoshChannel]

Great sharing Rion

[@FMA4EVERX3]

Im going to Japan with my husband in april. We are really excited! I love your video, and its helps a lot!❤❤

[@NeonTumbleweed]

This was chock full of helpful updated information! It's crazy to think now of the way everything looked back in 2020. Thank you for going to so many places all in one video to get the most up-to-date information. I've taken some mental notes on things to remember when I visit. For example, east gate at Shinjuku station and always carry extra coins for the gachapon machines. 😆

[@mojojowan]

Oooh~ you better bring lots of coins there because for sure, you'll have a magnificent time there getting all the cute gachapons 😆

[@TRUMPmyOSHI]

Keikyu - my favorite train! 😊 I live in Yokosuka and sometimes bring friends up to “Asakusa” Temple to show them it! Yeah. The mask restrictions were taken down, meaning you don’t have to wear mask in places such as public transport. But people wear masks anyway. I still feel obligated to keep it on my face. 😓

[@Opai081]

I just left Japan this past Sunday and now back in Hawaii. Oh man I miss Japan so much already. I will be there again in October. 🎉

[@aleahhernandez4934]

Thanks for the this video. I'm going to Tokyo in May very helpful for my trip.

[@CookieGamesHD]

Awesome

[@Mountfuji73]

I've recently came back from Japan and I respected mask everywhere. Here in Spain is not mandatory in public transportation and outdoors but in hospitals and pharmacies. I hope Japan will relax their rules soon. I'll return to Japan in october so we will see... hugs from Barcelona, Spain!

[@conchan8085]

04/13/23 I am halfway through my Japan trip. Thank You for showing the food alley in Ueno!

[@hardsoulbrother9420]

Nice vdo Rion. This is more than just a video, you put love and passion into it. Great job! new power for your channel.

[@mrkc10]

This video was fantastic! So good to see the streets packed. I really like how you do your videos…I feel like I’m right there with you walking the streets and taking everything in. Also your inside tips & recommendations are invaluable. All this information is so very helpful. Can’t wait to get back to Japan and experience the beautiful sights. Thank you again 🙏🏻

[@hazelwest.craftingbythepier]

Missed you. We went to Osaka today instead of visiting Akihabara

[@dearsirormadam20]

My man Rion! 👏👏👏

[@jtrdns]

Hi Rion! So informative! I will be in Tokyo in July.. Gambatte!!

[@binksunosake]

Your video is so helpful! I'm saving them for my family trip in October 😊

[@tns-rox]

So many people, stores and restaurants. Sugoi. I want to try the meccha oishi apple pie one day. Arigatougozaimasu, Rion, for another enjoyable walk thru Asakusa and Akihabara. 👍

[@mojojowan]

If you get the chance to try that number 1 apple pie, please share your thoughts with us because I am really intrigued 😆 🍎 🥧

[@dariusq8894]

I have my return trip to Tokyo booked for Tokyo Game Show 2023. Seeing all the new attractions opening and regulations dropping makes me so excited.

[@stepheniemorris1077]

I'm new to this channel and so happy I found it. This video is getting me excited for my trip to Japan in June. 😍

[@Kim.Bandit.Sinbad]

Thank you for such a nice video. I totally understand the social pressure issue! I’m currently on a business trip in Australia and no one is wearing masks. The weird thing is that the students who I am chaperoning were all wondering if they should wear masks because no one is, so we told them it’s up to them. So maybe because of social pressure, no one is wearing masks anymore! I wonder how it will be when we all return to Japan later this week?! Thanks again for sharing so much info with such a friendly and cheerful attitude ! 🐶🙋🏻‍♀️✨

[@MilkyCollective]

Love the video as always! I wonder since you studied in China and US do you have another Job with your degree? Or full time KZbin? Take care!

[@Sourcreammm-q6s]

Going there in 2 days. Excited😣✨✨

[@mojojowan]

Oh wow! I am very curious with that number 1 apple pie because for me, my number 1 apple pie since my childhood is Mcdonald’s Apple Pie 😆😆😆 About the mask situation, for sure I’ll be one of the 80% who’s still wearing mask because I am still scared 😅 As always, thanks so much for giving us an update on Japan’s travel current situation. Take care always and God bless! 🙏 😊 P.S. at 15:35 I thought I saw your reflection at the left side of the train door but It’s Sho Sakurai’s endorsement ad 😆 Peace Rion and please forgive my fast “Arashi Radar” 😂 ✌️

[@purpleglasses731]

Omg McDonald's apple pie is sooo good. ❤ I have to get one now. I haven't had that in years 😮

[@mojojowan]

@@purpleglasses731 same here, dear! 😆 I haven’t eaten that for years, too but after I saw that apple pie scene, I suddenly miss it ❤

[@paripitiffany]

I love apple pie, and I thought the McD one in Switzerland was tastier than the one in LA. 😮 I don’t think I’ll have a chance to try this Apple pie in Tokyo. 😭 P.S. 🤣👍 (Sorry, Jo… I think Rion is more kakkoii. 😝)

[@christycpark]

High 5! My no 1 fav since young was MAC apple pie! 😆

[@mojojowan]

@@paripitiffany oh my really dear??? Now, I have more reasons to visit Switzerland 😆 and LOL! No worries dear! Ever since I watched Rion's TV, I see that there's a resemblance between them. However, I totally agree with you when you say that Rion is more kakkoi 😉 👍

[@ukgladiatorsfan]

Your videos kept me entertained for a long time and I can finally report I am returning to Japan in May for the first time since 2019! I am excited.

[@dinghonkim1069]

I like to see your video. A tourist from Malaysia. Thanks.

[@1superduck]

can't wait for my trip.....🥳

[@kelvinwong4734]

Hey Rion, Great video as always! With the visitors in Japan, did you give out all your 'lucky coins'?? Also, with the nicer weather are you planning to hike mt. Fuji for your silver button celebration from 2 years ago? Gao!

[@mojojowan]

Oooh~ that's a nice question. I am also wondering if there's someone who got the lucky coins already 😆

[@RionIshida]

Good memory! I believe I haven’t, so still it should be in my backpack 🤣👍

[@kpophideout9225]

thank you for showing these places because I am about to go to Tokyo on the next 2 weeks. 本当にありがとうございます。もっと動画をアップロードしてください. :)

[@songthanh896]

Asakusa is one of my favorite destination in Tokyo 😊

[@StevieTheWanderer]

Helpful and insightful tips! Spring and Fall are my absolute favourite times of year to be in Japan✌️🎉

[@dennistani1986]

Rion, Japan has averaged 1.5 million visitors every month since November. Here in Okinawa, all kinds of tourists. China COVID restrictions removed this month, so Chinese coming . Thanks for the update

[@serenewong1971]

Coming soon .. hope to see you filming

[@adelineelardobellen3580]

Thank you for this video, Rion. I took notes on all the directions and landmarks and other tips you shared. Will be visiting Japan next year, February, winter break. I will be around Kantou region. Cant wait to get back to Japan again. 😊😊😊

[@sweetlinl8276]

Thank you so much for making this video, Rion-san. It's so informative and I cannot wait to go to Tokyo next week! it's my first time too :)

[@helent9349]

Thanks for the video, Rion. Japan will only get more crowded as everyone that has postponed their trip for 3 years, plus everyone else, pours into your country (me included.) Hopefully vendors will be able to make up lost profits quickly.

[@sinbatsiraseranant1241]

Hey Rion, we were just in Tokyo last week. The weather was great right before the sakura bloom. We stayed mostly in Asakasa Chiyoda area. When taking the metro, most people still wear masks with 1 or 2 people do not even though the rule no longer applies.

[@ksenijacizek5901]

So many people everywhere - Tokyo again fully packed. The masks are popular as usual and its OK. Dear Rion - as for claw machines you are either unlucky or it's the "policy" of the machin owners that one might win only after numerous tries. Your lunch seemed really jummy and a lot. As there is Sakura time I would not wonder if the town gets even more crowded. Let's keep walking!

[@maximilianalledra7086]

hi, thanks for the wonderful video. You may get subtitles. They would come in handy for my next trip to Tokyo. A thousand thanks

[@Josephklchan1961]

Thanks. You are great!😊

[@ohnoruby9802]

It’s Spring season,and it’s natural for the Japanese people wearing mask because of the pollen,kafunsho,me too I have allergy that’s why I still have to wear mask.

[@WylieWestie]

We live in this area so often around the places you visited. Yesterday was by far the busiest we’ve seen it, not entirely sure why!

[@raiu]

It's been so long since my last trip to tokyo and this video made me so nostalgic and excited to be coming back this summer. 😄 I will still get lost in Shinkuku station again though. 😂

[@julieluna8509]

Thanks for the update.

[@kennylam6565]

Can't wait to come to Japan in November!!!

[@christycpark]

Love egg tomatoes dish too. Tk you for the new rule Covid regulations update, just in time for me. Love this video with a packed of many places how to go and updates! Big ❤

[@mojojowan]

Can’t wait to hear your wonderful stories and experiences on your Japan trip, dear! Take care and have lots of fun there! 😉 👍

[@paripitiffany]

Traveling mercies to you! 🙏 Can’t wait to hear about your adventures, too! 😊 I’m envious that you’ll get to check out the sakura merch at that cool Starbucks near Tokyo Station! 🌸

[@christycpark]

@@mojojowan Thank you dear! Can't wait to have my fav food 😋

[@christycpark]

@@paripitiffany Amen! Thank you Tiffany! I love sakura season and can't wait to enjoy my coffee from Starbucks, Blue bottle and Ogawa coffee.

[@purpleglasses731]

Omg so happy for you. Hope you have a safe and awesome trip 😊

[@nikip9161]

That's wonderful news, Rion. 😊 It's time, time to be free and show everyone your genuine smile again. Let freedom ring. 🔔🎵🎶🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@LorenIpsum75]

Watching the Haru Basho from Osaka on KZbin. Masks are no longer mandatory! Spectators and their children are allowed to cheer for their favorite wrestlers once again! It's like pre-COVID days. ✌️😷✌️😁

[@rubikclockweights]

I am coming in 3 days ( March 22 )....Cant wait. Thank you..arigato gozimas

[@cstpa1]

glad to hear kabukicho atmosphere is getting better. i was planning on seeing godzilla but became nervous when i learned what neighborhood it is in

[@hanna.nakama]

Good morning, Rion!

[@twootievids]

I'm coming to Tokyo for a business related trip and I found this to be very helpful. Thank you so much for filming and sharing. :)

[@connielincapotamera5197]

Thank you for updating us on the mask situation in Japan. I believe all foreign travellers are trying to be as respectful as possible when visiting Japan. This is a great video! Thank you Rion:)

[@Momowild3230]

It’s so great to see the world reopening!

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Thank you for sharing this video. You're very lovely to watch. Though I need to ask what bag did you use for this trip? Have you tried using a duffle bag for your travel? I recommend using the Bento Bag from Nomad Lane. The bento bag from Nomad Lane is my best personal bag for travels like this. Thought I'd share it with you too!

[@gilly8]

What an informative and yet entertaining video. I am coming to Japan in May and this video was super helpful to give me hints about the proximity of various places in Tokyo and how to get there. I am curious how I'll feel about wearing or not wearing a mask. Honestly I didn't wear a mask since 2021 and even in 2021 I wore it only at public transport and museums because it was not compulsory to wear it anywhere else. Social pressure doesn't work for me but the respect for others will probably kick in once in a while.

[@purpleglasses731]

Thank you for the post-COVID update, Rion. I picked up so much about Japanese life just from this video. I don't think it is peer pressure when you explained about the mask situation, more of just cultural practices ingrained in people and respecting that. 😊 I find that so interesting as someone from a western society, but I think that makes the world so awesome exploring how everyone in this planet recover from the pandemic. Also loved all the gatchapons and pandas so cute.

[@mojojowan]

So true dear~ that’s one of the reasons why people travel in different countries; to discover their beautiful and unique cultures and beliefs ❤😊

[@purpleglasses731]

Yesss exactly 💯 ❤ if I would go to Japan now I would still wear just to be respectful. It's a beautiful thing, traveling 😊

[@mojojowan]

@@purpleglasses731 I agree! As long as it doesn’t affect your health and you don’t bother others, there’s no harm on trying or following other country’s cultures and belief 😊

[@paripitiffany]

I learned a lot, too! 🤓 But in addition to being respectful, I’m shy, so I’m so glad I’ll blend in by wearing a mask. ^^

[@christycpark]

I will still put on masks in the mall and in the train. Only take out when in the park or photo taking!

[@chellebcreations4358]

Thank you so much for the update. My son and I will be in Japan this May. We will be in Osaka for the first week and then in Tokyo for our last week. We want to avoid the tourist areas and focus on the places locals go. Are there any places in either city you recommend or places to avoid? You always have the best advice in your videos, thank you.

[@smeLLyphant37]

Great to see Japan opened again with people! I still wear my mask 😷 in the usa. I’m so used of it. It feels weird not wearing it so we still wear it. Thanks for another awesome video!!! Gaoooooo…

[@wynnefromtexas]

Thank you!

[@XYoukaiX]

@RionIshida you should do a Collab with Connor ! he always does Crane Game Challenges with other KZbinr ! very funny sometimes.

[@vanguardoflugus6065]

Wow, fanqie dan is my favorite too, gaaaaooo

[@willting1827]

Thanks%.. it really helps% I be heading to Tokyo end March

[@marlisho2670]

I think I was in the right Don Quiyote. Donnerstag Shibuya, Freitag Akihabara and Samstag Ueno Park im Regen.

[@CristinaPrincipe-z6e]

Hi! What is the name of the little street with food and drinks that you mention in Shinjuku? Min. 26.20 thanks!!

[@paripitiffany]

Hi Cristina, it’s Omoide Yokocho 😊

[@gordontodayim]

I really enjoyed this video. My father loved to put a slice of cheddar cheese on his apple pie, I'm more of the apple pie with vanilla ice cream kind of person. But I will have to try that Pie shop when I visit later this summer. I plan to visit all the locations you covered in this video, It was most helpful. In the past I have taken some great photos of Tokyo's Skyline and Mt. Fuji in the background, from the top of the World Trade Building near Hamamatsucho Station. I understand that the building is now gone, do you have any recommendations for where one should go to capture such images? Thanks G.

[@paripitiffany]

Hi there, Rion made a video (Ep. 316) of the sunset view on top of fairly new Shibuya Scramble Square with Mt. Fuji. Maybe you could consider this place. 😊

[@RionIshida]

Tokyo station, from KITTE building’s free observatory (top floor) you can take iconic photo with rain and building👍

[@gordontodayim]

@@RionIshida I will put it on my list of stops. Thank You for taking time to reply. I just finished watching your video about Shibuya Sky Scramble Square, it too will be added to my list of stops when I visit. Thanks again. G

[@ramenpharmacist]

its interesting the mask culture in japan vs here in america, i prefer not to wear the mask but i want to be respectful so will do so as long as most of japan continues to as well 🙏 peer pressure also plays a part in that i agree with you on that one 😅😆

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