Spending a Night on the Japanese Forgotten Ferry | Kokura to Matsuyama

[@7passionstar]

"Wait a minute. Do I look suspicious? ... No, I just look handsome." Adorable! 😀 Thank you for another entertaining video trip! 💜

[@allenlin2929]

Suspiciously handsome.

[@monicadob6152]

I saw on the can “curry soup”…..

[@ischmidt]

"I already had dinner" is the most disappointing thing I've ever seen in an STJ video, but the news that you have a new food channel more than made up for it!

[@condew6103]

Actually a good move, looks like vending machines are the only choice on this spartan ride.

[@TheMintyMelon]

“Do I look suspicious?……No, I just look handsome” …I love it !!..👀😂🤣

[@gus473]

😅 His sense of humor is great! 😎✌🏼

[@aliciadennis3236]

Too funny!!!!🤣🤣

[@mattos4203]

"My buttocks confirmed it"

[@corylombard]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@corylombard]

Kal.

[@trader025]

Always impressed with Japan and how clean its public transportation is.

[@metrickarma]

Crazy what a homogeneous high trust society does.

[@micky4fun]

@@metrickarma- There's a good side and not so good side to that level of homogeneity. Having lived in Japan for many years, I have witnessed and experienced both. Japan and the Koreas are the most homogenous countries in the world. Racial politics can be complicated and nasty in these countries, where nationalism and ethnicity have at times gone hand in hand.

[@abelq8008]

Ah, the "ein blut" boys arrive to stink up a nice relaxing travel video.

[@edgein3299]

I’m impressed with how clean Japan is.

[@StanHowse]

@@metrickarma Or the fact that, NO ONE IS THERE... Way to be pretentious, yet over looking a very obvious fact.

[@CheapCharlieChronicles]

There’s something remarkably cool about traveling by ship.

[@edquier40]

The food porn was lacking, I can hardly get wood over vending machine slop.

[@jamjardj1974]

Not so much radiation as being at altitude 😂

[@HeyMJ.]

Agreed. A nice mini-retreat from the hectic pace of daily life. I really enjoyed the early-morning ferry dock footage. It’s soundtrack of gently lapping harbor waters is incredibly relaxing. 🌊

[@elnabjelland-hughes8172]

It looks like you are the only one on the ferry ! The ship looks good for 35 years old . I enjoyed the trip “in spirit” - thank you for sharing this interesting and somewhat relaxing adventure 😂👍💕

[@VulpisFoxfire]

Actually, the 'jet engine' AC sounds kind of nice, depending on how noisy the ship is..sounds like it provides a lovely white noise if you were planning to sleep most of the time through the trip.

[@jasonlescalleet5611]

Alexa, ask Sleep Sounds to play “Japanese ferry AC”

[@GEnghis559]

@@jasonlescalleet5611 lol

[@elonmust7470]

I like ship noise.

[@VulpisFoxfire]

@@elonmust7470 That works too..my thought was if the room was too insulated from the ship noise, that AC unit would work just as well. :-)

[@jamie-ol8dm]

True,but if you have sea sickness it’s the worst noise in the world.

[@kenc2257]

Nice ferry--it has a 'utilitarian' feel, rather than a luxury, cruise ship feeling, and it seems smaller. Neat that there was a traditional, Japanese style lounge (mats, no chairs). I like it.

[@anaaltonaga7859]

Oh good, a new trip! I’m going to get my coffee and sit back and enjoy it.

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

I just got into my bed with heated blanket, I’m all toasty warm & ready. I have a headache & this is just what I need 😀

[@anaaltonaga7859]

@@lilacscentedfushias1852 I had my coffee in bed, too! Lol

[@greenmoss9079]

That's funny but I thought it too a new trip

[@andymilonakis]

Love the videos, it would be cool to see you walking around Japan once you got off the ferry. Maybe that would be a cool second channel if you wanna keep this one just about travel :)

[@AmbientWalking]

I am always so grateful to be able to experience somewhere else from where I am sitting now thru your videos. It's always delightful. Thanks so much for this.

[@mclaren3722]

This ferry is an introvert's dream.

[@rkbkirin5975]

This was a very cool video! It would be great to see more of these older, less popular ferries. Some of the fancy cabins you've tried are almost like hotel rooms, this cabin really felt like a ship :) :)

[@M3chUpN8y]

Thank you for showcasing some of Japan’s more obscure ferry routes; they deserve more attention and love from tourists

[@donnamanitu8673]

If the ship is not busy I still don't understand them not moving you for free to a nicer cabin. If it's empty that would be great customer service. Thank you once again for taking us along on your journeys and taking the time to describe everything for us.

[@sdetent5787]

You are always first class to us, Solo. Thanks again.

[@orangejoe204]

Your videos are masterpieces of silent, reflective solitude. I have always hated traveling precisely because it is inevitably dehumanizing - crowded, noisy, unclean, and harsh. I have no idea how you arrange it, but your trips seem like heaven by comparison.

[@indigo_evenings1561]

Here in the Phils, our ferries are usually 40+ years old ferries from Japan. There'd be slight refurbishments here and there, like attaching seats/benches or bunk beds, removing rooms and so on. A lot of the signage on doors would be in Japanese. I've even gone on one where the toilet was a squat toilet. There'd also be big square or rectangular shaped rust spots randomly on the hallway floors, and I used to wonder what could've stood there for a long time that was that big. Probably the vending machines. A lot of these ferries smell really musty, especially the ones with old carpets, or smelled like cigarette smoke. It's different from company to company, a few care more than the others. Thanks to your channel, I could see what our ferries used to look like before. This one though, is the closest to the ones we have here. The other videos look too fancy 😆

[@Bill23799]

The New Ferries look like they want to be the " Love Boat ", haha. Very fancy.

[@cruxader27]

Maritime authority in the Philippines no longer allow shipping companies to acquire used ship more than 20 years of age.

[@indigo_evenings1561]

@@cruxader27 yes. But a lot of those acquired during the 90's were built during the 60's and 70's (ex: maharlika dos/Cinco, millennium, etc.) and they still run to this day. When I was a kid, they used to break down all the time.

[@SUBARCTICPSYCHO]

In Alaska there's ferries pushing the age of 60. They're no fun now that they've stopped serving alcohol aboard.

[@escapetherace1943]

@@SUBARCTICPSYCHO really? what a joke, that's incredibly sad.

[@TK_Strong]

Retro vessel for sure, however, it was clean. You are anonymously handsome. Enjoyed this voyage as always. Thank you.

[@SteveJones-om6ks]

Well done for getting a full video with interesting content from a deserted ferry with next to no facilities aboard!. The curry drink choice was brave btw!.

[@raemars580]

Very relaxing voyage! Even though the ship didn't have many amenities it was quiet, clean, and got you to your destination without delay. That's a win in my book. Excited about your food channel! Hopefully one will be about curry around the country! 😊

[@j.r.s8737]

sunflower...sunflower... I am glad to see ship videos again, I love the non-ship videos too.

[@tiaking2002]

Lol, there are days that tune pops into my head and won’t go away.

[@insideAdirtyMind]

I feel like I travel with you. This is super nice. Greetings from Germany.

[@bananaking3585]

I always enjoy your videos. Very interesting and relaxing.

[@hazelhatswell4268]

またあなたのビデオをむしゃむしゃ観てしまいました！あなたのユーモア、気遣い、プロ意識、そして細部へのこだわりを心から尊敬します。フランスのブルターニュからありがとう。 🙏🇯🇵🙏

[@IrishAnnie222]

I struggle with anxiety and your videos are very healing to me.

[@MHBW81]

This ferry feels like a ghostship! 😨👻

[@kod-ee-wom-pl]

Hello? It’s a very beautiful ferry. Nice and relaxing tour. Enjoyed beautiful evening view, so peaceful and nice. Thank you 😊 Have a great day 👏🏻👍🏻

[@Homestylesmart]

No .. I just look handsome... Your subtitles are so adorable making me smile each time

[@Nurfa.iqah.1]

お疲れ様です♪ Something abt being on an empty ship feels so relaxing. But i can never do it alone, so thank you for bringing us on this trip! 🥰

[@kimberlymelyan3643]

I love watching your videos. Thanks for making them🙂

[@marl336]

A beautiful ship and so barely used. How sad for the ship and her crew. I wish for better days for all!!

[@markwilkinson3903]

Another relaxing trip. Thank you. I've walked that tunnel under the Kanmon Strait, from Kyushu to Honshu (elevator lift at both ends feels like 'how deep is this') then stayed in a hostel overlooking the strait. Back then the bridge seemed more lit up at night, with so many ships passing through. Took the small day ferry from Hiroshima-Kure-Matsuyama, but the large overnight ferries look like a relaxing trip and bed for the night.

[@janiceszewczyk7849]

thank you😁, finally caught up on all your videos,, I retire in 2 years 🤔 hummm I wanna come to Japan and ride a ferry❤️

[@AnaSolVa]

That was a very good looking ship. Which I refuse to call old, as it is 2 years older than me... The air conditioning on that cabid did sound like a jet engine!! So loud!

[@ej3016]

if 35 is old - what am I 😂🤣 oh wait - I am old (62) - as much as I enjoy all “Solo’s” adventures - I find myself shaking my head after seeing that dining room and asking WHY 😂🤣

[@Alertse]

Tell me about it I also refuse to call it old as I was already a year old when it went In service

[@basfinnis]

Looks clean and well maintained. And cheap for the length of travel. Thanks 😉

[@johnmehaffey9953]

I’ll be on an overnight ferry in two weeks time and I’ve been used to ferries all my life, well I’m not dead yet but you get my meaning 😇, so they’re not a novelty for me but a means of travel I have to use to access another part of our country, I know that there’s millions of people who have never used ferries to travel and your posts give people an insight into how ferries operate and the sleeping arrangements for everyone,s particular budget, great post

[@Yonatan-v9k]

I enjoy your videos very much. I would love to visit Japan after watching your videos.

[@lesbw356]

Another fun trip. You have a wonderful sense of humor. Thank you

[@annetteleggett9854]

That was a lovely short trip! Thank you for bringing us along and for trying that curry soup in a can 🤢

[@robertleon1195]

Galaxy Express 999! Loved seeing those bronze statues. Thank you for adding them to the video!

[@piyangpiyong]

07:34 "No, I just look handsome" 🤘👏👏 Subscribed to both channels. Keep the videos coming! Stay safe 😸

[@paracog]

Love these ferry voyages. Just the right size for a little adventure at my desk :-)

[@gus473]

😃👍🏼 So pleased to see the Kanmon Strait at night! Thank you!!! Am looking forward to your new food KZbin channel and will subscribe! 😎✌🏼

[@uncaringbear]

The video aboard the ship gave a lonely and spooky impression!

[@jsmith21508]

I am literally obsessed with watching these ferry rides! I've never had the itch to travel outside the US but these are making me want to go to Japan JUST to take a few of these ferry trips!

[@gaemlinsidoharthi]

Seeing these grand old vessels so empty feels sad and lonely. Thank you for another of your gently amusing videos.

[@vikesfanB]

I enjoy your videos, thank you

[@koreanstallion]

Your videos help me to relax and put my mind at ease. Thank you

[@sanres]

THIS IS SOOOO LIMINAL.... there's a niche for this atmosphere!

[@-EchoesIntoEternity-]

Forgotten Ferry sounds like a ghost horror movie 😱

[@puciohenzap891]

Ferry Frightening Part I

[@boylefam4eva]

This is great. I watch all your ferry videos but now know to seek out your food videos on your other channel. I’ve taken the Tokyo to Tokushima ferry and loved it. Cheaper than Bullet Train and includes a bed in shared accommodation. Like you, I was the only person in my room. When travel starts again I will try to do a ferry tour of Japan. Thanks to you I will contribute to the local economy while having a great adventure! Cheers!

[@deckarddwizardd1909]

I live my Japan fantasy through your videos. Thank you.

[@AMtwoG]

Thank you! I really enjoy traveling with you!!!

[@victorkreig6089]

Your cinematography and audio capture is well done. Very important when conveying an atmosphere

[@suthonlimchawalit9257]

Good for ride with friends or big family!

[@gi169]

Very nice video Solo Travel Japan, I'm watching your other video channel now... Thank you for the sights of beautiful Japan.

[@PeachWookiee]

This ferry is about as old as some of the Washington state ferries. It looks well cared for. I’m not sure how I missed this video, but I found it at a good time. I’m recovering from a medical incident, so this is something good to watch and relax with. Thank you for taking us all on your trips!

[@Ace-hx4qw]

Most enjoyable as usual, Solo. But, I did miss the food. ha ha

[@angelacorti4458]

Yes! I am so excited about the food channel. I would love to see local landmarks as well, but I am sure you are already busy enough. I so enjoy your channel. Maybe one day, I can visit Japan. 😊 🤗

[@WMIp-mr8hc]

We love your videos as always. Thank you for sharing.

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

Love your japan videos. I miss Japan soo much, Hoping to go back this year, but need to go to a few other countries first if covid doesnt get me.

[@asrirachmawati3276]

I've been watching this video over 5 Times and never get bored.. so relaxing.

[@foxopolos9681]

Konnichiwa 👍 from Australia🇦🇺 Arigato for sharing your video. Inside the ferry, in the corridors to the rooms, it looks like a hospital! Very clean but not very colourful. It is so interesting seeing the different kinds of ferries. 💖 From Lynne

[@LatinaChef1986]

I was thinking the same thing about it looking like a hospital, too!

[@Mattthewanderer]

I always get excited seeing the vending machines! We need more over those everywhere else in the world, too.

[@vitacilina555]

Cool video! I’m just Amazed they keep the ferry going for 3-4 passengers a trip

[@Jakki61]

I always feel relaxed watching. Going to your 2nd channel now. 😁

[@louisahren5967]

I love how you made this video. Very entertaining and interesting

[@alexstrolls801]

Very 80's, I like it.

[@coffeekatk4067]

I think the remodel was just to beige up the ship! You've had small rooms before but you really have to leave if you want to sit up! Everything is nice and clean and the view leaving port was so pretty! Thanks again for taking me along!!

[@shorne.e]

Thank for you for your food channel. I like it so far

[@mariakoufalis1487]

Clean ship but very much a hospital feel especially the corridors.

[@theashbys8863]

Thank you for the videos they are brill. Was the ferry route more popular in the past.

[@AndrewLale]

Everything so beautifully maintained and neat. I love Japan.

[@Adam47150]

Woohoo, more Pocari Sweat! Such a quaint local ferry. Thanks for another great video!

[@DelfinBarralCartoons]

Another great video! Thank you for sharing…My otaku side came out. Pleasantly surprised by the appearance of the bronze statues of Maetel and Tetsuo!

[@ryan00035]

Reminds me of going to the office recently, mostly empty and cleaner than I remember. Thanks for sharing

[@cayleenasworldi3647]

Just subscribed to your new channel. Your videos are so cathartic to me. They bring me peace Thank you

[@linzejoyduazo2840]

Name of the new channel? Thank u ☺️

[@rezaalan3991]

Great trip man. Despite the route unpopular and very empty, at least you try the classic ship on this route. Very appreciated for the company letting passenger to stay on ship until 2 hours after arrival time.

[@alexackerman3555]

Love it! Thanks for all you do!

[@traveller2478]

Travelling whithout words .special. Thanks.

[@llchapman1234]

The subtitled narration, as always, was adorable and funny 😄

[@MrSamurichuck]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I love your videos

[@Anonymous551656]

Ah, Matsuyama. That was one of the destinations I had planned to go as a tourist back in July 2020, before the borders slammed shut. I was planning on the non-forgotten ferry though; the regular high-speed ferry from Hiroshima. I probably won't get there this year... But I'll aim for 2023. Only three years late. But better late than never!

[@_mxyxr1380]

I like all of your uploads so far! It makes me calm, and feels like im on a vacation lmao!!

[@jonezki8719]

Thank you for sharing your videos. It's relaxing watching while listening some Japanese music. Keep your working :).

[@TheBanpei]

"It tastes like 'You made curry but put too much water'"...that cracked me up.

[@JapaneseHeavymetal]

This channel is so relaxing. And i cant wait to get back to Japan and take some ferry trips. Seems a lot more chill and relaxed than using trains.

[@opaqueentity]

Really appreciate your really interesting videos :)

[@Ryuhoshi7]

It looked like a relaxing travel, only a bit lonely! It's a good thing that your shared cabin was empty though, I guess you could sleep with the courtains opened and the bed didn't feel that small!

[@christy76840]

I love all your videos but these ferry videos are my favorite.

[@rockyroad179]

a very relaxing and fun vlog!! thank you for taking us a long 🙏

[@HacksignKT]

I really love your videos.

[@Priiter]

Very relaxing to watch your videos ^^ Thank you!😄

[@escapetherace1943]

For 1987 that is really impeccable. Dedication to cleanliness and the attention to detail is as always, immaculate. They say cleanliness is closer to holiness.

[@vger4156]

The Galaxy Express figures on the bench were a nice touch. Everything is so clean, it's nice to see a crew take pride in their ship. And those vending machines!

[@seanavery7265]

Thank you for sharing,and have a happy st valentine's Day love to all Japan and may God bless .💘🛳️🛳️🛳️

[@Patrick-kickass]

Love to see the early 90’s atmosphere!

[@iashakezula]

I really like videos like this. It’s like virtual travel . It’s relaxing. Thank you for your post

[@D4RKxHOR1ZoN]

Rooms look cozy 🙂 I like the fan noise when sleeping. A TV would be nice in the room... this ferry kinda of has a military interior.