Staying at 1,000 Year Old Japanese Hot Spring Resort

[@DoodleWill]

The most Japanese British man with the most British Japansese man.

[@nagmadhingra]

DoodleWill so true.

[@EliteXtasy]

Ryotaro is a very British Japanese man, but Chris is a hardly Japanese British man.

[@kaho2cool]

EliteXtasy , I think the saying was based on the fact that (Most) British don't make effort to acclimatise to different surroundings & make a lot of fuss . I think its mostly based on worst kind of tourist tag on them( boozing & vandalism )

[@muizrahim861]

What a world we live in...

[@MrBsehratmaannking]

i know it doesn't fit too well but the way they interact kind of reminds me of chris tucker and jackie chan in rush hour , the more aloof, joking westerner with the more serious knowledgable easterner

[@madscot_]

I think Chris made friends with Ryotaro so he'd save on paying for a guide in every location he goes to.

[@street1111]

We know Chris didn't win a bet,lol

[@gfd91]

Yes but in exchange he nearly dies every trip is it worth it well Chris says hell yeah

[@sigsin1]

I think Chris likes the danger.

[@PHAileyANIME]

Was nobody else astounded by the futuristic beer-filling machine at 11:32??

[@jakegaubatz]

Yeah, those are quite common in Japan. Usually in hotels, but also in 'beer gardens' for self-serving all-you-can-drink events.

[@trueblueclue]

It was so soothing watching that foamless pour.

[@alexeysaranchev6118]

I was more amazed by the ridiculously small amount of beer in a serving.

[@om3182]

日本人だけど、凄い好きでチャンネル30万人ぐらいの時から見てるから今70万人も越えて段段有名になってきてるんで嬉しいです。応援してます。

[@sushi5775]

Really love ur relationship with your "angry japanese chauffeur"

[@andyl4277]

i think thats his sugar daddy

[@onichi2995]

Kestrel lel lel that joke was funny.

[@infiltrat0rn720]

They're definitely frenemies! :-D

[@Jimbean48327]

As someone from Edinburgh I can confirm we all look *exactly* like that, it's a nightmare if you lose your family in a supermarket.

[@rcksnxc361]

Lucky Falkor wat?

[@onichi2995]

Lucky Falkor heart your user pic :)

[@onichi2995]

And I dated someone from Edinburgh :) Cool peoples some. Anyway interesting comment too comment too.

[@Senior666]

Aye that's true 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😂

[@debbiehenri345]

I moved to Scotland 17 years ago - and I'm starting to look like that too.

[@Pedgerow]

No joke: about two days ago, I was reading about Japanese whiskey, and thought, "There should be an AbroadInJapan video where he visits a bunch of distilleries and tries the whiskeys. I will suggest that in the comments of his next video." Imagine how unimpressive my idea sounds now.

[@james-ch]

Pedgerow it's japanese not irish so it's whisky not whiskey

[@abcpea]

why

[@Pedgerow]

It's whiskey for everywhere but Scotland. It's Scotch whisky, and some companies market their own spirits as "whisky" because they believe their product is similar to Scotch whisky, but American bourbon, for example, is also whiskey with an E usually. So is Canadian whiskey, South African grain whiskey, and so on. When I said "I was reading about Japanese whiskey" in my original comment, the book I was reading explained the whisky/whiskey spelling differences in great detail. And just think: I thought I'd never get a chance to use that knowledge! Wahey!

[@Apureguria]

Indeed a giant key from Silent Hill!

[@marshallhill2283]

I thought you said Late December to early November. "So anytime?" I thought. Still accurate.

[@TheCameraKidMusic]

Chris your videos just consistently get better and better with each upload! I genuinely look forward to watching every single one that you post! I have decided that your channel is absolutely one of my favorite ones by far! Keep it going!

[@zam023]

Got to agree. It feels very professional, good enough for TV even.

[@anniefarrell9907]

+zam023 Agreed!

[@zackfunaro588]

I discovered your channel a month ago and fell in love with your content and have grown a admiration for Japanese culture

[@Ermako]

its been less than a week for me and same here bro

[@thanos8107]

Yeah,the same thing happened to me and I have been watching this for 2 week's.

[@moretimeproductions]

Same here lol

[@Bobbylopezcreative]

The quality of this video rivals anything I've ever seen on television. Amazing work guys. Truly well done!

[@tams805]

Well, it's better than some Japanese TV. No shaky close-ups of food being held up with chopsticks or a fork.

[@stop-terrorists]

It is really hard to believe that he films and edits all these things himself. The feeling of refinement that you get with each finished video, Is like having watched a professionally produced television show liike Top-Gear. Producer, Script writer, Director, Creative lead, Camera man, Best boy grip, Stunt coordinator, Comedian and Actor... Chris Broad!

[@susannemcarlisle]

I love Ryotoro. You guys are like "The Trip: Japan."

[@garake-]

I felt personally attacked when Ryotaro insulted the merch.

[@aldifrpf1188]

awkward moment

[@ムロちん-r4h]

日本のいいところが詳しく紹介されていてとてもいいと思いました！日本とは違う動画のスタイルでとても好きです

[@frenchhornempire_8479]

日本最高！

[@JulianJPBA]

でしょう！やはり日本人もクリスの動画を楽しんでいるんですね。

[@jenniferroche8359]

One of the few channels that I get excited about every time there's an upload! Love your videos so much!

[@Justenphelps]

Your production quality lately has just been amazing! I feel like I'm watching a great documentary-series or tv-show! Thanks again for allowing me to take this trip with you. It looks like such a beautiful place.

[@MartinJ86]

Watching this back all these years later and the podcast theme at the start through me right off for a second! Was expecting Pete Donaldson to jump out!

[@AbroadinJapan]

NOTIFICATION SQUAD: Which alcoholic beverage wins out of WHISKY, CIDER, NIHONSHU or BEER?! (My vote goes to Cider). Also, I realise we drank lots of whisky and alcohol in this video. I'd have liked to have had "Japanese whisky" somewhere in the title of the video; but the KZbin algorithm would decimate the video - hence the hot spring title! ALSO AGAIN, don't listen to Ryotaro's blasphemy! The t-shirts are great! (T-SHIRTS: goo.gl/DRsqwF)

[@rhaplanca]

Abroad in Japan Cider

[@SMSFX]

beer

[@muditsh3298]

You are the best youtuber , are you planning to live in japan forever ? Keep making this funny sarcastic videos - Love you chris, You are amazing.

[@Biocake93]

For Fuck Cider

[@bitting619]

Whisky

[@ShannonMorse]

I did a video of this same trip at the beginning of January!! When we went to Nikka, this old man was stealing extra tastings and got so sloshed. The winery was so random too but when we went, we met a European guy who was friends with the winery owners so he told us all about the history. Such a good trip. Sendai and the surrounding regions don't get enough credit!!

[@sorewahimitsu]

ryotero's english is so good

[@sorewahimitsu]

J G oh ok

[@KenoxProductions]

I thought he lived in Germany for 5 years or so.

[@vina]

I enjoy your sense of humor! When Ryotaro was bringing you bears I just had to laugh, I'm that annoying cheerful morning person, only I bring smoothies to my husband instead of bears :D

[@IAmAce2157]

But of course! It's national policy to only fight bears in the afternoon, after all

[@franciscohcoronado4947]

I read your comment before actually getting to that part of the video and I spent the next few minutes in anticipation for when was Ryotaro gonna enter through a door with either a lot of teddy bears under his arm or an actual fricking grizzly in chain XD

[@garryferrington811]

"Hey, Chris, look!" (ROAR!) "Aaaah!"

[@ethandavis1917]

How much longer until Natsuki the Movie is released?!?!

[@AbroadinJapan]

Natsuki recorded his song last week and I now have all the pieces of the puzzle in place. We've got another video out next week, and then the next video after that is Natsuki: The Movie!

[@helmi_muza]

Abroad in Japan Can't wait for it😁

[@ethandavis1917]

AHH I'm so excited!! Thanks for the reply!

[@bvamstel9282]

I am now sufficiently hyped.

[@rickardspaghetti]

Can we have a Ryotaro: The Movie after that?

[@yehta7933]

I imagine just chilling in the spa and listening to the river would be a great start to the day. Maybe not that early though since I'd probably fall back asleep and drown but uhh ya know it would probably still be a good start

[@KantanJapan]

Nothing beats a good morning whiskey.

[@antioche6276]

nothing beats Whisky. Period.

[@TheKaiTetley]

Kantan Japan. Except for two morning whiskies.

[@xDarklord986x]

or three morning whiskeys?

[@KantanJapan]

Any more than three and it's going to turn into a bad morning.

[@thomasyates3078]

I agree, I have to whiskey my eggs to make my omelette. *I'll get my coat*

[@haleyreed3884]

My husband and I want to take a trip to Japan some day to have the honeymoon we never had! I found your videos and love them all. They make me even more excited to plan and go! Thanks for being awesome 🙂

[@ilovecomputers]

"Drinking beer in the morning is weird" *chuckles in alcoholic*

[@AnnydasKeksmonster]

*laughs in german* :D

[@alexeysaranchev6118]

I'll share my father's knowledge: Just drink all night, fall asleep around 9, then when you wake up it will already be evening, and you can drink all right.

[@testshietchannel]

Beer on four o´clock in the morning? It´s like a magic and far exceeds the sky of hangover

[@Adam-vl8iv]

Chris youre a brilliant underrated KZbinr . Good video as usual

[@juilescieg]

underrated??? o.O

[@TheKaiTetley]

Adam. I agree. You deserve the success that the Paul Brothers have garnered.

[@AbroadinJapan]

Thank you kind sir.

[@Avetarx]

"Morning beer is the most important beer of the day" --Some Alcoholic

[@realmenshoot3085]

Avetarx You can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning.

[@LMSPetRescue]

Aka my uncle

[@sunnydub107]

“There goes Ryotaro he looks a videogame boss.” 😂😂 i lost it

[@leonardleonunu]

They say early start is healthier, and in the chill morning, soaking in a hot outdoor onsen watching the world, snow or fall weather, is best.

[@FFfan5]

Finally... a new video!!! Need my daily dose of witty sarcasm coupled with intelligent dialogue. I don't understand why you don't have millions of subcribers. Your body of work puts so many travel shows and comedy sketches to shame. Try visiting other countries in Asia with Natsuki and Ryotaro!! The Philippines is pretty cheap/we all speak decent English here! :)

[@dankhnw8]

Mark Santos He's close though

[@FFfan5]

well, true. He isn't doing it for fame anyway. His content is A+ though, I keep sharing it/ make almost all my relatives and classmates at uni watch it lol. Keep making videos Chris! Your videos got me hooked on going to Tohoku when I've saved up the money!

[@garryferrington811]

Can you say "innit?"

[@usernamehereforu]

This video was absolutely fantastic. The editing was great, the transition scenes were perfect. It was like part of a tv travel show but 10 times better. Your content just gets better and better. smashing it! Also im so glad Japan is getting into cider, its by far the best alcohol.

[@aidreamers]

Chris: "It feels wrong, having beer this early in the morning." *Ireland has entered the chat*

[@calliejohnston9489]

A mug of tea in one hand, Irish whiskey in the other

[@garryferrington811]

Beer in the morning, afternoon, and evening was common in Britain in the past. In London, it saved people from contracting cholera.

[@arabeltran4045]

I love your channel! I love how random it is and how "natural" the topics are. It gives us viewers how "real" life in Japan is complete with your awesome narration. I don't even get tired of re-watching all your posts to the point that I open your channel every morning when I prepare to go to work and even before I go to sleep haha! Keep it up, really appreciate the sarcasm and everything that you do from the jokes to the language, travel and life in japan tips! Salute!

[@jessicacash1949]

I discovered your channel recently and can't stop watching your videos! You have a wonderful way of making Japan seem so real and genuine. I really enjoy the pacing of your videos...your spend enough time showing us around each area so it feels as if we're walking with you. Thank you for your humor and your tour of this beautiful country. Also, Ryotaro is hilarious and adorable, too :)

[@budle89]

My God! Ryotaro's laughing in the end of the video is super adorable!

[@3on7]

You have no idea how hard it is to wait for the next video to come out. Love your videos Chris!

[@stephskia]

I just want to take the time to admire how well-put-together, interesting, and entertaining your videos are. Thank you for showing how amazing Japan is - I'm going for the first time ever, this October! Thanks to you, I am more exited than ever to experience Japan. Keep up these great videos! Love from Australia! :)

[@besjanxhemajli]

I am learning Japanese by myself, I want to live there too. You inspire me, I love your videos.

[@kungfuman82]

Besjan Xhemajli Pimsleur is awesome, as is Duolingo and Tofugu.

[@besjanxhemajli]

kungfuman82 Yes I am using Duolingo right now. It is helping me a lot though.

[@TheKaiTetley]

Besjan Xhemajli. I wish you all the best in your endeavours.

[@besjanxhemajli]

TheKaiTetley Thank you a lot. 😊

[@tbudd001]

I've been jumping about with different videos from your channel, at least 10-15 of them so far. I find you very funny and entertaining. Thank you for doing the streams! On a separate note, the video of the Japanese use of English words (the one in the mall with Starvation as the children's store) had me in tears from the laughter.

[@Fynmar91]

This gives me the Spirited Away vibes.

[@kjcsk8r]

whiskey and cider is a FANTASTIC mix of things to have...

[@yosuto]

haha as a fellow guy(jin) who went abroad to Japan, your channel is the bomb. Keep it up Chris!!

[@tanishqkumar780]

only 2 likes before me and no comment sad :(

[@tanishqkumar780]

its 2 years old sep 2020 now

[@kirryfolk]

I only stumbled across your channel a couple weeks ago, but I'm so glad that I did. Not only are your videos premium quality, YOU are a premium person, Chris! You've inspired my insipid old ass to experience more of the world and have bolstered my desire to study Japanese seriously. Thank you for the time and effort you put into your videos. Wishing you lots of love, happiness, and good fortune from the US.

[@wakurashinnosuke9852]

日本語字幕ありがとうございます😃

[@lothissen]

I stayed in Takayama a few years ago and, because of jet lag, was wide awake at 5am. Luckily the Onsen was open and it was the best start to the day

[@BeerdyBruceLeeCentral]

0:18 A thousand year ... hotspring. Chris, you're slowly turning into a japanese.

[@lualdu3474]

Why? There was nothing wrong with what he said, was there?

[@bentrevallion7159]

Lualdu missed out 'old'

[@lualdu3474]

Ben Trevallion yes, but i don't believe that's actually grammatically incorrect. He's just saying it's a been a hotspring running 1000 years

[@bentrevallion7159]

Nah man I don't think so, not when describing a place. For example you wouldn't say it's a 100 year town. You'd say it was a 100 year old town.

[@bentrevallion7159]

Fionn McGregor hahah I thought so

[@leejk3926]

The dynamic between you two really makes this channel

[@StreetsAhead120]

I'm a simple guy. I see Chris and I like

[@TheKaiTetley]

StreetsAhead120 is a man. A simple man. A man of colours.

[@onichi2995]

:)

[@diaryjames]

Man. I wish i had one friend like ryutaro. Japanese local who can speak our language, funny, and know exciting places for trips in japan

[@Fubbo]

I have been on the fence about visiting Japan, but I see your videos and every time I leave wanting to go and try what you just did. GREAT and informative content about the places in Japan! Cant wait to go there!

[@frankii77]

I personally loved visiting Japan in the dead of winter. Sightseeing was picturesque. White, white, white. It even snowed in Kyoto!

[@ClaytonK94]

Stumbled upon this channel about a week ago. New favorite KZbin channel! Inspiring stuff.

[@AD-kh3wj]

Wat a pleasant surprise ... Nice change of pace sumthing new 4 us during quarantine🤗

[@MrBurnacide]

Your production quality has sky rocketed. This video was like a proper tv travel show

[@masasikatano9483]

いい動画やこれは・・ It's awesome vid !

[@reshmajose6240]

I am so addicted to this channel . Like seriously I started binge watching ryt from the first video and trust me this has gone a lot better . Miss Natsuki though. Chris, Natsuki and the Ryotaro should start some " late night show" with lot of humor and sensible stuff. I bet it will be a great hit .

[@ericswoboda]

Am i the only one who thinks the name "Black Nikka" is unintentionally hilarious?

[@Fr33mx]

that's racist but funny, good stuff

[@ellobo5558]

lol sameee

[@HonorarySaiyan]

@@Fr33mx Yeah, no shit, you r*****.

[@PapaBigDoinks]

I remember when you just came to Japan and how your videos were back then, I absolutely love this channel and your content. Your editing and production skills have obviously improved a lot. And it's a joy to see a video of yours pop up into my subscription box from time to time :).

[@One_Cool_Cucumber575]

Recently I was given as a Christmas present some nikka whiskey and i'm a huge whiskey fan and I have to say its something truly unique, I love the smooth but strong taste. Unfortunately I have to make this bottle last as I can't afford to buy any, cheapest I seen japanese whiskey in the UK is at M&S for £54

[@saviopires2]

Popalata Gaming There are couple of bottles under 50quid that you can buy here in London...like Nikka from the barrel or Hakushu distillers reserve.

[@Slodsworth]

We sell it in waitrose for less

[@tams805]

I mean, that's just whisky/whiskey prices in general.

[@One_Cool_Cucumber575]

Tams80 not really. Here you can get decent whiskeys for £30-£40 and that’s for 70cl bottles

[@saviopires2]

I work at a Place in Mayfair London where the most Expensive Japanese will set you back by £ 300, 000 a bottle.

[@James-bj2ni]

Chris, you're the only person who gets me to watch their entire video. Great topic, Great knowledge, Great entertainment.

[@AntiChangeling]

Hey! I'll have you know that drinking beer in the morning is a fine Australian tradition.

[@TheKaiTetley]

AntiChangeling. I will drink to that.

[@haroerhaktak2613]

Go home. I'm drunk.

[@Andrew36597]

I've been doing nothing but binging you're videos for the last two weeks when I should be doing uni work. Best channel on KZbin!

[@brockpeso]

Love your channel! Can’t wait until I go next year. Your videos have given me so much insight into this great country!

[@argo12]

I hope that you love Japan as much as I did. I didn't want to leave and after two years I still want to go back so much! Thank God for J-vloggers who are able to give me my dose of Japan a few times a week.

[@thebigfly124]

I love that you showcase all that the northern parts of Japan have to offer because I feel like it doesn't get as much attention

[@Feruchadam]

Never clicked so fast for Ryotaro. Sorry Chris, the daddy thirst is real🤣 Plus, seems like Ryotaro’s trying to kill you again today. Alas you survived again🤣👏🏻

[@megarusso]

Wow I had seen this video a few times before, but upon revisiting it due to our upcoming visit to Sendai, I notice we are staying at the Ryokan with the garden! How mind blowing!

[@convolution223]

oh my god did i mishear you or did you compare the key to one from Silent Hill? XD Great reference! wasn't expecting that

[@BorichaConsumer]

Chris is really lucky to have met Ryotaro. He seems to have made a lot of videos possible over the last year.

[@リリ-g4h]

日本語字幕ほんとありがたい🙏

[@Ancientlaws]

'Japanese subtitles are really appreciated'

[@happyk7512]

English subtitles to japanese person talking about japanese subtitles are really appreciated.

[@rahulsah1458]

Hey I am from India. I recently stumbled upon your channel while I was randomly searching about Japan about a week ago and I saw your vedio *Day in my life in Japan* and since then I have watched over 50-60 vedios of yours and I really enjoyed them all. I have always had a soft corner for Japan in my heart your channel has only increased that fondness in me. I don't know whether I will ever be able to visit Japan or not but through your vedios I already feel a part of it. Your are doing a great job. 👍

[@サグ-q8h]

日本人の運転手英語ペラペラやんか⁉︎ 羨ましいわ笑

[@gustavrsh]

Matiruda キング I agree

[@dekyed]

I have to say Chris, you make one of the most entertaining travel videos on Japan out there! But more importantly they are very informative and detailed! I hope to make similar kind of content about my local area; which is relatively unknown in my country, let alone the world!

[@kramchancel1266]

I need a Ryotaro in my life

[@calliejohnston9489]

Aka a sugar daddy 😉😉

[@Yertle_Turtle]

Never tired of the closing synth music -such enjoy!

[@cristiandt9964]

1k likes, 3 dislikes. Pretty clear you're doing things well in your channel, thanks for the cool content!

[@sneaky-Jay]

Every time i wanna relax before bed i search for one of your videos. The way you make your vids is great man. GJ! GJ!

[@LukaszDmowski]

"I've met people from Scotland, and they do look like this" :P edit: damn those Scottish beards... top comment and a bunch of new subs, thanks guys! I also make videos from Japan... ;-)

[@perlablanc533]

lol

[@liamthompson7571]

I live in Scotland, I can confirm he is right haha

[@helenjayne83]

It’s true!!😂😂

[@33m3c]

I second that haha

[@MajorHavoc214]

Who else thought of Big Clive when they saw that bottle? 😄

[@erikoiwata852]

おじさん達がただ楽しそうに旅行してるビデオがこんなに楽しいなんて…笑

[@theemmyfandom]

I don't mean to objectify, but beyond the amazing quality of the videos and the amount I've learned Chris is very handsome and funny. So is Ryotoro. I really like you two as a duo, it's funny, charming, and educational. Thanks for another great video!

[@beebeepup]

the quality of your videos just keeps smashing my expectations. Keep up the good work ! :D love your videos

[@callumanon3917]

"I've met people in Scotland and they do look like that" uh... are you sure I look like that O.O lmao

[@AbroadinJapan]

EVERYONE IN SCOTLAND ;)

[@callumanon3917]

yeah our ladies are no eye-candy >.

[@muffinsplays8011]

When I travelled in Japan in 2017 I only managed to find Cider once in Hiroshima, I was overjoyed! Love watching your video's for information and images of japan, and of course for Ryotaro and Natsuki!

[@PuzzL_]

I've always wondered...what is that outro music? It's so catchy

[@howHumam]

I just realized I often drink while I watch this channel... good company:)

[@Axesent77]

haha, Ryotaro is a legend! I'm living in the wrong part of Japan!

[@MorganMichael100]

I don't normally comment on KZbin videos; however, I wanted you to know that I absolutely love this channel. You've inspired me to want to go to Japan, and learn their culture. I'm currently trying to learn Japanese so when I do go I can communicate with people. Thank you for these amazing videos!

[@jacobkordas1672]

“You’re tacky crappy T-shirt......” 7:07

[@bellaboosmummy]

Chris...I love your video's and I love your sense of humour even more! your cynicism and sarcasm are awesome, don't ever change!

[@damarakov6773]

Does your shirt say "for fucks sake?" as in sah-kay? because I want one. Now!

[@sub4rctic]

www.redbubble.com/people/abroadinjapan/shop

[@luisdelnero2114]

Ryotaro is so nice, you should have more of him!

[@ninjatep]

As soon as I saw the Lawson sticker on the bag I thought “Oh yeah Chris, back at it again with the fried chicken!” RIP bikini body 🐓

[@clintkeepin]

I loved staying from March through April, thought the weather was refreshing and could follow Sakura blossoms.

[@camperkalel]

Damn it, man... Beer in the morning, that´s a German Breakfast !!!

[@BlanketBCSociety]

These two gents are absolutely perfect for each other! Like a modern day Odd Couple. 😂

[@alfonsopayan09]

It brings me happiness to see you haven't changed or lowered the quality of your videos Keep it up Even though I'm Mexican and only been to the USA You're my only real way of seeing Japan with an English (and open minded) point of view (said that because people in Mexico are a bit too fucking ignorant at least in the small towns where people don't believe or want anything else aside from drug addicts and dickriding narcotic leader lifestyle lol) Anyway thanks again and take care

[@trueblueclue]

I feel you on this... not Mexican but Cubans in my city.

[@jeremystiltz9792]

One of the few quality KZbin offerings. Thanks for showing us around man.

[@Nostromo951]

BLACK NIKKA

[@markmr6108]

This channel is like a professional program on tv and it’s really cool