Shopping in Tokyo Vlog 🇯🇵 Kichijoji Guide, Tokyo Neighborhood Tour, Must-Try Katsu, Japan Vlog 2024

[@mr_glasses]

This was cool to watch. I've been going to Kichijoji for years for a jazzclub that I love (Sometime), but this past March my wife and I decided to stay in Kichijoji for a week and a bit. We loved it. Andoh became my daily coffee. The Menchi Katsu was crazy good. Speaking of which, when we were there, the local Uniqlo had collaboration t-shirts and tote bags with popular local shops. The Menchi Katsu place had their own Uniqlo t-shirt. Pretty cool I think. Kichijoji has such a cool vibe. It's got a great balance of things that make it so desirable and livable. Can't wait to go back.

[@RalphSam]

Thank you for such a thoughtful comment. Now that you mention it, Kichijoji sounds like a wonderful place to stay in next time we're in Tokyo ourselves. It's been a few years since we'd been and we were surprised by what a great neighborhood it is. The Uniqlo tee sounds so cool. Wish we'd caught that! Will definitely be back to check out the jazz club you mentioned too. 🍻

[@mr_glasses]

@@RalphSam Oh, the jazz club is pure perfection. Small, intimate spot, in a basement. Such cool vibes. Highly recommend it. :)

[@laurenrogers9101]

Ya'll have the best Japan travel videos. You're not annoying and I appreciate your realness😂

[@RalphSam]

hahaha we appreciate that 😂 thank you very much!

[@Patches9427]

Oh my! I’d go crazy in those Antique shops!😯💕

[@RalphSam]

could spend all day exploring them 😊

[@justglenc]

Your video was a breath of fresh air. Chill and no over the top emo. Great work!

[@RalphSam]

thank you so much 😊

[@thepeachiest6487]

This vlog is a good balance of soothing and entertaining to watch. It made me smile 😊 Thanks for taking us shopping with you!!

[@RalphSam]

Thanks for joining us! 😊

[@Natalia-221b]

Your video comfort me 😊 Great to see your travel adventures💙✈

[@RalphSam]

Thank you so much for watching 😊✌🏻

[@kiiins1]

I’ve been binge watching your videos for inspo for my upcoming trip. The list of places to go just keeps getting longer I love it! ❤

[@RalphSam]

always happy to hear that 😊 hope you enjoy your tokyo trip!

[@rubyjunrose6522]

The first time I see interesting things about Japan, especially vintage shops. Thank you.

[@RalphSam]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@annijabalode7644]

Watching your vlogs makes me want to go to Japan so bad that I'm about to just swim to there 😂 Wishing you both the best!!! ❤

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha thanks for making us laugh and think of swimming 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️🥽🩲🩱🩳

[@il1372]

😂

[@dottieland7061]

I love how you two love coffee so much. My husband can’t stuff or the smell but to me I have to have it, I can’t drink it cold it must be hot . But Japanese coffee for me just hits the spot and we don’t brag about neither we just get on with it lol.

[@RalphSam]

A coffee comment, yes! There's so many kinds of coffee in Japan. We love a good hot fruity pour over or an ice cold americano when the weather calls for it. Cheers ☕️☕️

[@anhdieli]

Another nice vid! Seems like I’ll include Kichijoji into my itinerary for upcoming trip to Tokyo

[@RalphSam]

a new personal recommendation of ours! fantastic for a day out in tokyo 😊

[@langravine]

The Omega Tribe album is such a gem! ✨

[@RalphSam]

Oooo! Thanks for noticing 💎

[@amariluna]

What a great place to visit. Thank you for showing something different and to me more interesting compared to other videos about Tokyo.

[@RalphSam]

really appreciate that. glad you enjoyed exploring this side of tokyo with us ✌🏻

[@liniment_]

i see that ralph and sam notification and in an instant feel immense joy. You've turned every monday into a good one!!! Loved this vlog, kichijoji seems so nice!

[@RalphSam]

appreciate that so much! cheers to the rest of your week 🙌🏻

[@vigerminaberrios4116]

I Love your videos, I’m living vicariously through them. ❤

[@RalphSam]

happy to hear that! thanks for watching 🙌🏻😊

[@JAY_ICHIBANBRO]

wow really good vlog! thanks~! angles and BGM is perfect!

[@RalphSam]

thank you very much! 🙌🏻😊

[@Msssnti]

Amazing! Can’t wait to go back to Japan

[@RalphSam]

same here 🤍

[@lianaalin]

Have not watched but u guys get my thumbs up already ..kichijoji!

[@RalphSam]

haha hope you enjoy! kichijoji 🙌🏻

[@catarinaassuncao157]

Your videos, for me, are the right combination of topic, music, photography and aesthetics. Good job guys and new subscriber 😎

[@RalphSam]

So sweet! Appreciate it. Thank you for enjoying our videos 💘

[@oeyt1982]

Today, i decided to be extra early at work, however i noticed the notification of this episode. I am sitting now with a coffee at hand at our building cafeteria 😂 …my boss is gonna be late anyways. Tokyo!!!!….why you’re 10 hours away???? 🤣🤣🤣. Keep posting please 🙏 😊

[@RalphSam]

hahahaha sorry about that 😂 appreciate it always 🍻

[@jnacino9]

Love your videos guys! Great bumping into you earlier Ralph!

[@RalphSam]

Nice meeting you, Jay! Thanks to your fam for watching 👋🏻

[@angelasanchez5058]

I loved this video! lots of nice and interesting places :D

[@RalphSam]

thank for so much for watching! 🙌🏻

[@evitaalvarez7390]

my favorite couple, I love your videos!

[@RalphSam]

so sweet! thank you 😊

[@meluvcats]

That obachan at the end was too cute! Also the red polka-dot shirt was 🔥 I hope Ralph got it!

[@RalphSam]

always love an obachan 🤍 didn't ened up getting it haha. maybe will find another polka dot top next trip!

[@BeardedDante]

I watch all my other KZbin videos first, then save the best for last (you guys.) Thanks as always🤙🏽

[@RalphSam]

appreciate it always, sir! 🍻

[@cruz1969]

My goodness. We were planning to go there. Both of you make our day. ❤

[@RalphSam]

Woohoo! Hope you guys get to visit when you go 😊

[@cruz1969]

@@RalphSam we will definitely make a trip there. Both of you are the best. Read our minds. lol!

[@alextrujillo1613]

Going to Japan in 2 days! Trying to get some ideas on what to do

[@RalphSam]

heyyy enjoy japan! 😊🍻

[@miguelalirio1563]

Every time I watch your video, I and up spending a little more on Asian food delivery 😂😊

[@RalphSam]

LOL sounds like a good idea though! What did you eat? 😁

[@katekaft]

Cool video as always!

[@RalphSam]

thanks as always, kate 😊

[@Mwoods2272]

Glad you tried Satou and the menchi. It's also a bargain for 300 yen each. Satou has a steak restaurant upstairs too. Kichijoji also has one of my favorite parks, Inokashira Park.

[@RalphSam]

A steal for the quality and size! So flavorful, it really hits the spot. We considered the steak shop as well. Definitely will make time to visit Inokashira park next time we go 😊

[@everydayramenisgood]

Omg you guys came my hometown! Welcome!

[@RalphSam]

such a cool hometown! 😊 we love kichijoji 🤍

[@navasolia]

brb planning a trip to tokyo rn huuhuh you guys make me wanna goooo

[@RalphSam]

haha hope you get to go again soon 🤍

[@Yen-lu8el]

OMG i thought the same about the neighborhood when i passed through kichijoji after going to Ghibli Museum. Nice vlog as always! 🫶🏻

[@RalphSam]

that's also how we ended up in kichijoji the first time! after visiting ghibli in mitaka 🤍 great side trip!

[@misatoandadri]

we met at misato's exhibition at niji gallery! great video ☺

[@RalphSam]

that's amazing! really hope we catch your exhibit next time we're in japan. we're fans 🐶

[@misatoandadri]

@@RalphSam I have a show in morioka city in october 😄

[@koffijelly70]

Love, love watching your vlogs. **kilig** 😊

[@RalphSam]

Kilig! 🥰 thank you for watching 🥰

[@Markandmelissatravels]

Are you using your DJI osmo pocket 3 in this video. It looks so crisp and stable! Great video btw. Its helping us plan our vacay in November a lot.

[@RalphSam]

Thank you! Yes the DJI was really on point for us. Enjoy your trip!

[@sylviarupani-smith5416]

subarashii (wonderful!) video. Ralph is getting better at his nihongo! Sam is maganda. This video captured the essence of what makes Tokyo so special: every detail, every item, edible or otherwise, is perfect. The couple in blue, the coffee shop owner, the perfect explanation of the word “vintage,” and the senbei shop granny who looked so sweet- this video kind of made me homesick. maraming salamat, you two. thanks for the weekly postcard from my childhood home.

[@RalphSam]

maraming salamat for such a wonderful comment 🥲 walks around little neighborhoods like this one are our favorite way to pass time in tokyo. means a lot that other people appreciate it just as much as we do. where in tokyo did you grow up? 😊

[@sylviarupani-smith5416]

it is such a source of comfort, your videos are soothing and atmospheric- a virtual cup of tea. I grew up in a neighborhood called Setagaya. some parts are very residential, mostly quiet, idyllic for childhood. Sangenjaya is an area people are discovering more for the train that runs through and some of the nice cafes they have.

[@RalphSam]

@sylviarupani-smith5416 wow, we were actually considering visiting sangenjaya on this trip. seems like another neighborhood with a lot of character. will definitely add it to our list for next trip 😊☕️

[@catherinemendoza6873]

Thanks!

[@RalphSam]

wow, thank you po!!! 🤗

[@blockbusterlatefees7713]

The bag with the beads was cool! By the way, I KZbind Aqua city and played paddling to you! What an awesome song! Vibes!

[@RalphSam]

Haha glad you enjoyed a bit of Japanese City Pop in your day! 🙌🏻

[@jonaldbotalon]

ang cute nio Ralph & Sam ❤❤❤ I love your videos 🫶

[@RalphSam]

salamat po! 😊🤍

[@zennoodle]

Ralph and Sam. Both of you model even when you're not. I find it so fascinating for some reason. The whole vibe from the videos ties in with your model energy. I could see a whole series of lookbooks with just the two of you. Wanna meet in Japan next year to shoot? haha... Half joking but serious? 😃

[@miami5am]

Hey Ralph! I love Tatsuro Yamashita as well. Do you have any favorite songs? My favorite by far are Someday, Christmas Eve, and Kaze no Corridor :) You know, Bruno Mars loves his songs. He is a legend!!!

[@RalphSam]

Yes! A Tatsuro comment! I like Merry Go Round, Misty Mauve, Rainy Walk, and Storm. I also like your picks especially Someday 🎹😎🎸

[@katarzynajanik5507]

Dears, would you recommend traveling around Japan (for lets say 10-14 days) in July? or thats too hoot and uncomfy at all. Love your vlogs, greetings form Poland

[@RalphSam]

Our last trip was the last 2 weeks of June and the weather was still good. Cool and sunny with some rainy days. After we left, we heard that the summer heat was intense. So we would recommend May/June rather than July. 😊

[@lalainne]

❤

[@RalphSam]

💖

[@chairfoam]

What's the name of the store that immediately caught your eye with the second hand furniture and kitchenware? Id love to visit it

[@RalphSam]

Try Kichijoji Kikuya Main Store 吉祥寺菊屋 本店 Thanks for watching ❤️

[@Chrisb8s]

I’m a big fan of your videos. Is your Olympus the go to film camera ? I use my old canon cannonette but it is a little heavy

[@RalphSam]

Yes it is! I like point and shoot cameras. I used to shoot with a Yashica T* before the Olympus. For work I switch to the Contax G2. Wow the Canonet is pretty vintage!

[@teganpower3658]

hey. Where was the flea market you went to first?

[@RalphSam]

we went to the nakano park flea market. we made a vlog about it right before this one 😊

[@Leilani-f1r]

Love this area of kichijoji whjch streets did you visit? Thanks

[@RalphSam]

thank you! we started at the Daiya Shopping Arcade on Musashi Street where the menchi katsu is and just walked all over from there 😊

[@dopeeag7621]

do they do flea markets in october, and if so where is it ?

[@RalphSam]

I think they do, make sure to check out Tokyo city flea market on Instagram for weekly updates 😊

[@whiterabbit7446]

Kichijoji looks coool. It's gonna be hard to fit all of these niche neighborhoods in one trip lol Entirely unrelated to the vlog, but which Dash Living were you guys staying at? Also, I know you guys stayed at bmj Shin Okubo last time - how was the neighborhood and vibes of the place? I keep reading that the area is a bit 'sketchy', but I sincerely doubt that so I wanted to get your personal opinion haha

[@RalphSam]

Last trip we stayed at Dash Living in Akabanebashi 😊 Very convenient, right by the train station. We've stayed at BMJ maybe 3 times now. We don't consider it sketchy tbh! It's a further walk from the station though. There are karaoke places and immigrant businesses around but we never felt unsafe. It's still quiet and orderly. I guess it's a matter of preference. By contrast, Dash Living is in a very upscale Japanese neighborhood. Hope that helps.✌🏻

[@whiterabbit7446]

@@RalphSam ahh thank you for confirming that!! Can’t wait for your next vlogs :) hope you guys consider going during winter too!

[@RalphSam]

@whiterabbit7446 you're very welcome 😊 always open to it haha!

[@小池駿耀]

We are Japanese private guide!! You can feel and fun Japan more with US!! Let us guide everything of Japan!

[@RalphSam]

Thanks for sharing ✌🏻

[@notox3]

Was literally just doing research on Kichijoji for my future videos and boom! What are the chances hahaha

[@RalphSam]

hahaha no way! great minds think alike 😂 out of curiosity, what made you research kichijoji?

[@notox3]

@@RalphSam I've been to Nakano and Koenji before but still haven't yet explored kichijoji. Really digging the general vibes of western tokyo so i wanted to dig a little deeper 👌

[@RalphSam]

Nice! It has a similar flavor to Koenji. Hope you get to check it out soon 🙌🏻

[@notox3]

@@RalphSam thanks so much!

[@LCie-e4n]

random question but does anyone know the brand of the sandals worn by the lady @11:04?

[@meluna7616]

❤

[@RalphSam]

❤️❤️

[@peachmangopie6669]

anong inorder niyo sa light up omg

[@RalphSam]

Iced latte pero lasang pour over! Sarap ☕️💙

[@GDLP]

What film camera do you use please? :)

[@RalphSam]

olympus mju ii 📸

[@arfelabloom]

third!

[@RalphSam]

Third time's the charm 🥉

[@jessfrab]

i want to be friends with you, guys!

[@RalphSam]

haha thank you!! 😊🙌🏻

[@MoroccanReflections]

Second 🫠

[@RalphSam]

Woo 🙂‍↕️✌🏽

[@cryptopeenoise891]

Pinoy po kayo?

[@RalphSam]

Opo 🙂‍↕️🇵🇭🙂‍↕️

[@stephanl.1909]

Thank you for sharing kichioji with us,I am getting a lot of "Fernweh" because of that 🥲

[@RalphSam]

haha thanks for teaching us a new word! first time we've heard the term 'fernweh'. very interesting 😊

[@AAruntiwa]

First

[@RalphSam]

Lets go 🙂‍↕️

[@LCie-e4n]

random but does anyone know the brand of the sandals worn by the lady @11:04 ?

[@RalphSam]

wish we could help haha

[@LCie-e4n]

@@RalphSam 😅