Spring in the Japanese countryside: Dog’s 1st birthday, new hot water, & weeding

[@sndsofscnce]

It’s Pancake’s world and we are all living in it

[@jdg9999]

Pancake eating a pancake is max pancake. More Pancake.

[@mendo35]

sounds like cannibalism

[@JadecoreX3]

The Pancakest

[@dhruv2985]

that sitcom style intro really establish pancake is star of the show.

[@brigidm6279]

While I love the looking for a new place, I feel quite sad to think of you leaving this lovely little hood and your friendly neighbours! It's so oen and such a beautiful view from your current place. But I am sure there are just as wonderful ones to be found.

[@potatofrappe]

I love this series and I really hope that you're able to find a good home. I get really stunned by the breathtaking beauty of the countryside and it makes me wish that I could make the same leap that you did, but I understand that it's not an easy path nor for everyone. But the absolute awe-inspiring beauty is so humbling.

[@renzbustillos2911]

I love this blogger she speak clear english very nice voice

[@hiromikileleman1147]

こんばんは🤗 パンケーキくん お誕生日おめでとう🥞 日々お2人の生活が楽しそうで❤ 私まで楽しくなります👍

[@GustavoPMartins]

Happy birthday Pancake! I also enjoy making special birthday foods for my dog.

[@belldragneel8381]

Happy birthday Pan-kun

[@dreamchampagne]

My fave reason to tune in is for the quiet nature sounds & watching the progress of daily life there

[@darrenbeasley3583]

I'm amazed at how the Japanese can just leave home with everything in it as it was when it was occupied. I realize it is probably a deceased estate but a little clean up would go along way. Only in Japan. I wish I was looking for an Akiya. If you ever need a good carpenter hit me up. PS we are heading into winter here in Australia.

[@transcendcapitalism]

the government supported field trips are so nice!

[@michelineverret2871]

Your environment is Beautiful!

[@miaowzers]

This was beautiful, thank you! Your videos are so relaxing and well made :) Happy birthday Pancake!!!

[@cece624]

The eclectic aspect of your videos is interesting and enjoyable! Happy birthday, Pancake. 🎉 It was nice to see the start of the rice growing season. Perhaps you could share more about the agricultural aspects of rice farming throughout the season.

[@maigomika]

It's funny you ask, because I've just recently started getting into rice farming with some of the neighbours. I won't be able to offer a full picture, but I can at least share a snippet from what I experience!

[@cece624]

@@maigomika Sharing snippets of what you learn is perfectly fine. Thanks!

[@MattTreloar86]

Happy birthday Pancake 👏🏻❤️

[@shannonw6604]

This channel is such a delight. Happy Birthday to Pancake!

[@carolynpalmer615]

Such a beautiful channel! I love the way you give a us a glimpse of Japan! I especially like see the gardening progress your making around your house. Also looking forward to your future house buying! Have a blessed year! ❤️🦋🦋🦋

[@Rebecca.42]

Good luck house hunting ☺

[@recycledMilk]

quick tip, i recommend you get a regular Y-shape Harness for Pancake instead of a norwegian style harness! the strap going across the chest can limit the shoulder movement of the dog and many vets and people who know more about dogs body structure than me 😂 recommend people avoid these kind of harnesses and especially in younger dogs it can prevent proper development in the shoulderjoints/range of movement! :)

[@indyschlumpf728]

Good advice.

[@LibYourBestLife]

This is very true

[@oisinholz]

I'm sure you've guys have already seen Tokyo Llama's akiya journey and renovation here on KZbin, but if not, its definitely worth checking out for some insight on the work they put in

[@tkasaheman5786]

wild forage vidoes and cooking them different style would be noice

[@maigomika]

I gotta work on my foraging skills first 🫣

[@neelimadate85]

I recently found your channel.I am from India. The Japanese coutryside is so serene and beautiful!The countryside in my land is also breathtakingly beautiful.Especially in monsoons!Your videos are very soothing!Thank you for sharing!🙏🙏

[@rebeccabalingit9153]

Simple Life

[@resonantstorm771]

PALOMA!!! What an upgrade! That's what I use in my off-grid house in Hawai'i. It's mounted outside right next to my shower on the back side of my house which is super handy if the water gets too hot and needs a quick adjustment. The flowers out front look beautiful! 🌸🌿

[@andrewsage7164]

I don't think we've ever understood why you can't buy the house you're living in now? You've done so much work, it's got a great view and you've been accepted into the community.

[@maigomika]

The owners want to keep the house in their family. Plus, it's a bit too small for us. However, we will likely continue to maintain it, at minimum, for the sake of maintaining our connection with our neighbors. ☺️

[@analysisonlight605]

I love her attitude towards the hard things in life. We should all be so upbeat!

[@amandalyarosza4640]

Thank you! This was the perfekt motivation Video for me this morning. You have such a nice style of filming and showing us the world. I am so happy for you to have instant hot water! and you are right; that is a Privilege. Greetings from Germany, have a nice spring

[@Satcheler-J-dq8xv]

Your lifestyle is fascinating to our North American eyes. ❤

[@scc5637]

mild rain and clouds Ahhhhhhh.

[@booksandbrambles]

Happy Birthday Pancake! While I almost always eat pancakes on Sunday, this weekend they are in your honor. And I've been doing the same this Spring, house hunting! It's definitely a fun opportunity to explore nearby neighborhoods and find hidden gems. Right now we're looking at a place that comes with a yurt!

[@maigomika]

Good luck yurt hunting! 😆

[@catsfrommars]

となりのパンケーキ🐕 My Neighbor Pancake

[@irmawesterback2930]

Thank you for the video. Happy Birthday to Pancake🐕🎉🎈🎁🎀That butterbur is that same as rabarber? If it that was a first time to me that you can cook and eat it that way. I have lots of rabarber so I have to try it🤗

[@raymonde4272]

Happy birthday to Pancake. 🐕🥞 Congratulations on the new gas powered water heating.

[@KevJDunn]

Nice and peaceful. :) We live in New Zealand, where there are many varieties of native birds. I'm curious to know more about the bird life surrounding your home.

[@bobstanden6788]

Happy birthday Pancake!! As they say never work with children or animals, they take over. But I do love to watch Pancakes doggy ways. Best Wishes, Bob.

[@critterwriter]

I guess I must have missed the episode where you announced that you are looking for a new home. You’ve done so much to rejuvenate your current home. Interesting that there is an akiya bank.

[@TimHudspith]

I'd stay where you are and keep fixing it up. It's effectively yours and practically free, with a nice view and some land. Magnificent retaining wall also.

[@mikewatts1533]

Good Luck on Your Hunt for a new Home! Thank you for sharing.

[@svpearlsailacapegeorgesail4758]

My daughter lived in Japan for 12 years (Kinoshita circus) I loved visiting. I think Japanese culture is fascinating and beautiful showing respect to each other and nature

[@colleenrodamer9497]

Happy birthday pancake I wonder what the strawberries are planted in to make them so sweet? Thanks for sharing your life with us blessings from North Texas ❤

[@maigomika]

Not sure, but I assume the attention to care and detail (and the greenhouse setting) had something to do with it!

[@brayict]

I wish to see more of your alls diet! Cooking videos are my favorite

[@areeBetu]

PANCAKE! HAPPY BIRTHDAY ❤🦮💐🎂🍰🧁🥧

[@YoyoLee-r9b]

Seeing the scenery just brought back memories of my journey as henrô in Shikoku. Even the millepede next to the mattress,😂. But on that time, I just screamed like crazy when the millepede came out between the tatami. Many abandoned house in Koichi during my trip in 2016. Thank you for sharing and good luck!

[@gungho8180]

I liked the juxtaposition of the whole family digging at 8:54 and Pancake joining in 7 seconds later. Peak videography!

[@maigomika]

Ha! He's our good little helper 😆

[@Michel02160]

Happy birthday, Pancake! 🦮💖🥞 Hi from Belgium.

[@araceliedwards9323]

Happy birthday to your precious Pancake! 🎉🎂🎈❤️🦴

[@scc5637]

watching you makes me feels like I am right there and experiencing it with my own eyes.

[@Wxcvbnmlk]

Cette recherche de maison est si virtuellement amusante merci de nous faire participer 🏚️😉

[@Travelling_Jonoberries]

What a lovely place you all have there, what is the name of the river that flows by? Look so clean and must be nice to go for a swim? Thank you and god bless

[@ebboy5]

We love Pancake! ❤❤❤

[@DesignXWorkshop]

With all the “weeding” you are doing….consider making a compost pile. Then you can stop buying bags of dirt from the store. This Spring we are remodeling our kitchen in South Carolina and planning our annual trip to Maine for our summer vacation. We go camping. It would be great to see all of you go camping in a beautiful spot in Japan. Dogs were meant to go camping…Pancake will love it.

[@kcrules1234]

Pancake is really loving that pancake

[@TheAchiKat]

I love that Pancake and my pup (Hanako) are about the same age! She just turned one on May 9th. I really love watching your videos and seeing a part of the small Japanese country side. It seems so peaceful! Good luck on your hunt for a new akiya! Just remember, even if you love the house, you have to love the location. Houses can be changed, but the location can't be changed.

[@Hubumom]

Thank you for sharing your adventure in Japan. Your views of the countryside are breathtaking and your home life is fascinating. Keep this beautiful story coming. I enjoy as much of it as you have time to share

[@GenevaCat]

AND MANY MOREEEE!!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@annchee1329]

Pancake is growing ; nice treat for his birthday; your country home is progressing nicely, and applaud you. both for all your efforts!

[@misskirimi6866]

Happy birthday Pancake! Omg I can’t wait to see your garden in full bloom

[@judithwalker8682]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PANCAKE !!!! ❤😊

[@victoriaoyama9768]

Happy birthday to Pan-chan! Re my personal interests, they are gardening, cooking and Japanese crafts. What flowers have you planted? I remember lavender, azaleas and rhododendron, I think. Gardens, either for flowers or veggies, are a source of joy. And I hope you find the dream house you are looking for.

[@maigomika]

Thank you for sharing your interests! Glad you like Japanese crafts, because I'm hoping to include more of it in upcoming videos. 🥰 As for flowers, I planted more azaleas (a different variety from the first with smaller flowers), African daisies, burgundy-red garden cosmos, American mock vervain, beeblossom (and one chrysanthemum stem given to us by our neighbour!)

[@BeatrixBetwixt]

Really love following your journey. Hurray for hot water! And Happy Birthday Pancake!🎉♥️

[@godzillaguy]

Your flowers look nice! Does Pancake have any friends nearby? It would be fun to see him go to a dog park to play

[@jaydee4697]

Always lovely to hear from you both; thank you, as always, for sharing.

[@Iamnotfatiamfluffy]

I am curious as to what you are looking for in you new place. So, what are the boxes you are trying to tick off ? Happy birthday Pancake may the humans in your household get as nice of a party as you on their birthdays.

[@maigomika]

Something a bit bigger, a fixer-upper with some age to it, with a nice view, of course! 🙌

[@alexandergiesser]

Happy happy birthday, Pancake!!!!!

[@FQuainton]

Thank you for sharing such a beautiful video. I loved seeing Pancake. I wish you the best of luck with finding a new place.

[@ceruleanroses]

I loved the koinobori feature. One of my favorite scenes in spring!

[@MargeTayamora]

I'm a new subscriber! (^^,) I just stumbled upon your video when I started watching abandoned houses in Japan videos. I have always been fascinated with Japanese culture, especially its way of life. Good luck with all of your plans this year. Oh, and happy birthday, Pancake!

[@gkubina]

Nice video as always. Loved the nighttime thunderstorm / rain. Thanks for sharing

[@alanarifuku3500]

I like Pancake. For a young dog he appears to be pretty settled. I wish I was younger and I think I might try a move like you two. I hope things continue well for you three

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice video🌷

[@howtoeataham]

Pancake is so big now 🥹

[@candylove1234]

Happy birthday pancake!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@lukehahn4489]

the dog has grown a bit

[@kellybryson7754]

I think your videos are perfect.

[@leannepickering7008]

Enjoy seeing more of the Shikoku countryside. We will be visiting from Aotearoa New Zealand in December. Traveling by train to Matsuyama to visit my son's host family

[@shammydammy2610]

We very recently moved into a new house, same city...so now it's settling in time. We're slightly skewed though, as now is considered to be our high summer before the rainy season kicks off. (Central Mexico)

[@robinhere4230]

Love your family and lifestyle. Makes me want to find a partner, a dog, and an akira home to in rural Japan! Thanks, so much for sharing.

[@sadcowgirl___]

pancake 🧡🧡🧡

[@tacitusromanus8239]

I ♥your videos. Best of luck in finding the right Akiya for the 3 of you,

[@sinanyildirim4446]

pankeeeeeeeee happy birthdayyy güzel çoçıuk.

[@teagancarnes4193]

Happy Birthday Pancake! I love seeing your flowers and gardening, and look forward to future videos as everything grows and blooms.

[@rwilcox_71]

I mentioned in a recent comment how Pancake keeps you both busy! Let's add weeds to the list! 😄 Happy Birthday Pancake! Much love health and happiness to you all all the way from New Jersey, USA! Love your adventures!

[@maigomika]

It's always a competition to see which one keeps us busier. 😅

[@indyschlumpf728]

Love getting glimpses of Japanese country life. Thanks for the video and happy birthday to Pancake 🥞 🎉❤

[@maigomika]

Our pleasure!

[@andreibnu]

Hello, Mika. Great video, as always, and happy pancake birthday. I'm curious about the river near your house. Is it possible to fish in this river? Maybe we'll see Jesse showing off his river fishing skills in upcoming videos.

[@maigomika]

Lots of people come fishing here! Jesse doesn't fish, but maybe I can capture some of the fly fishers that come here. 😃

[@FuuzBeeen]

My plans for the summer? well Finland barely lets us have sunlight for most of the year, but as a British person, I need to recover some missed out vitamin D, but will be spending time learning Japanese, try to do some fitness, get a job and save up for when I go to Japan.

[@maigomika]

All worthy tasks for the summer. 😃

[@danzafrir2900]

The lush green vegetation, misty mountain views, and uguisu background music all sent me straight back to spring in Japan ✨

[@Xosimos]

You have the rice fields nearby in a lot of your videos, but haven't really talked about them much. Could you do a video going into a bit of depth of the farming process that you've witnessed?

[@maigomika]

coming right up! I just started doing some rice planting with the neighbours in those fields, so I can share a little bit about that soon.

[@zombiefriend]

How do you guys stay so energetic?

[@Farbklex94]

I can't believe how long it's been already :) And I'm still looking forward to every upload

[@justinstevenson5807]

Luv your channel guys. Fellow Canadian here.. hoping to one day make the move to Japan as well. Thanks for sharing your life there!

[@thmishler]

We are enjoying watching your adventures in Japan. I loved the outing with the neighbors! I barely see my neighbors here in Denver. What are you looking for in your new home?

[@maigomika]

Thanks for watching from Denver! We are looking for a bit more space, something that isn't situated against a road, and a view. 🙌

[@cgdavidb]

I’d love to see what the town centre is like - are there izakaya? Post office? Community center, shrines, etc? What do locals do for fun?

[@letakennedy]

Hello from Canada! 🇨🇦. I really enjoy following along on your adventures to find an akyia (?) - and of course I love the footage of Pancake 😀. Happy birthday to your sweet pup!

[@world_of_AstridMa]

so great atmosphere there .. 🩷 and happy birthday Pancake greetings from 🇮🇩 Indonesia

[@BS.Wickman]

Happy Belated Birthday Pancake !

[@jianhuang5690]

Happy birthday pancake 🎉🎊🎉

[@The7rights]

Love watching your videos, the kind of life I want to switch to )

[@steve4nj]

god that is such beautiful scenery

[@Maude_T]

I've read multiple times ''weeding'' as wedding and thought they were getting married but were still putting pancake's 1st birthday first in the title and thought that was very commendable and valid until the end of the video lol

[@maigomika]

BWAHA I seriously laughed out loud at reading this 🤣