Staying at a historic Japanese warehouse | Sawara Travel Vlog

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I stayed at a Japanese warehouse which is said to have been built in the Edo period.
Sawara prospered in the old days as a town of water and was even called Small-Edo(Tokyo) in the Edo period. Because of the building regulations in Sawara, old buildings have been renovated and preserved, and the area around the Onogawa River still retains its old landscape.
The hotel doesn't even have a TV and the bugs come in. It's hot in summer and cold in winter. You have to walk for a couple of minutes outside to the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. And it's expensive.
But you can't have an experience like this other than here.
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The book: In Praise of Shadows: amzn.to/3yXwAbw
Hotel Nipponia Sawara(ENG): www.nipponia-s...
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[@sorekaratravel4533]

Long time no see, guys. I stayed at a unique hotel the other day and I've made a vlog about it. Hope you enjoy. By the way, I changed the channel name a bit. Oh don't worry, I'm not depressed, it's just a combination of the titles of my favorite books :) Crazy 2020 is almost over and I wish you all good health.

[@claudiamendonca858]

You are so funny, love your sense of humor 😄👏🏻

[@a_rrr503]

And what are those books' names?:))

[@stacyjong8096]

A cup of coffee, a good book and a nice couch - very far from melancholy I'd say.

[@Lagspike99]

This video helped me calm down the night before my interview for a new job.

[@akidoscene3212]

How did the interview go?

[@Lagspike99]

@@akidoscene3212 I bombed the interview. But there will be more opportunities :) hahaha

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@@Lagspike99 aww man, good luck!

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@@Lagspike99 Opportunity is often disguised as loss. I'm certain you will have other chances! You seem to have the best attitude...& this alone is a game-changer!! Best wishes!

[@julioalvarez2836]

Do not feel lonely, we really enjoy your videos. I hope you keep making more of them, I look forward to watching them to enjoy peace and tranquility during a busy day.

[@yakeen8429]

To be honest, I actually missed watching the videos which you made inside your house esp the one on the rainy night. It feels so easy on the mood.💐

[@rm709]

3:02 very nice editing section! the cuts are perfect 👍

[@bigbufobufo]

So glad I discovered this channel! You make it feel like I am there with you.

[@suramya830]

Really enjoy watching your video and it is a very beautiful video.

[@biomanization]

Beautiful photography: the small details and the long shots show off the beauty and mystery of the place. You are very talented. Thank you 🙏

[@drusilladana4184]

The historic buildings & vibe reminds me of one of my favorite films..."The Twilight Samurai" a film by Yoji Yamada--& the wonderful main actors Hiroyuki Sanada & Rie Miyazawa. Thank you for your beautiful film & music, Ryo!!

[@Shaz221]

I really liked this video, and I think Tanizaki San was a perfect companion for this particular environment.

[@diedraunderwood1114]

I would have climbed down the same way! LOL Beautiful video as always.

[@BelloAlbero]

Time does fly. I am happy to see you are doing well and showing us beautiful villages like this. You are so right about how the village looks so different throughout the day. It gives you a different aura. The room was your personal historical mini museum 😊 I am happy to have come across your vlogs. With all that is happening I look forward to ending my day relaxed and virtual traveling. Thank you so much. 🥰 ⭐

[@stacyjong8096]

Nice video Sorekara!

[@Aulyachan]

hi i'm a new fan, I really enjoy your video, keep it up!!

[@mulberry_SKY]

The place looks so cozy, I sooo wanna visit Japan one day 🤩 Eh you're seeing me again cos I'm currently binge-watching your travel vlogs late at night before I sleep 🤣 Have a great Thursday!

[@susanoo2954]

I’be always wanted to know what it’s like to be in one of those Japanese historical houses, this video is purely made of things I’ve been imagining

[@PoetryOfNatureAndLanguage]

This was so beautiful. Thank you. You are such a gifted filmmaker. Your videos are like films.

[@konnichiwamira6405]

I dont know why, whenever i see historic places like this in Japan, it made me wanted to ride a time tunnel that can travel back to those great day :D Also thanks a lot for your video content because you’ve give me an idea how to start my youtube content 😍 ありがとう。☺️

[@patrickswan4537]

Just caught up with this now.. but great to see this historic town shown in your quiet and detailed way. I'd love to have a quiet friend to tour Japan with some day.

[@hori166]

They should redesign their website to show which rooms and days are AVAILABLE. After trying 7 rooms and dates, I couldn't get a reservation so I gave up. Glad they are doing well!

[@markjacob5391]

I do love watching your videos 😊

[@oliviaal.7621]

I would go down the stairs the same way.... No way I'm gonna go to a hospital for careless. Beautiful room!

[@emmanuelbuenviaje6564]

In Praise of Shadows....highly recommend. Beautiful video.

[@user-jd7od1vh8g]

I like your cozy style of video and this one is #1 I think. Stay well 😷

[@naommo5604]

discovered this channel a few days ago and I am loving it 🥰

[@yujinyujin7276]

❤️ from the PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@ceejayramirez3763]

peace at its finest

[@lamuska24]

I think you mean it was like a dream that you were there that morning x

[@hazelmontuya4384]

thank you for sharing what's in the past to the future... 😍 explore more and be safe always. 😉😁

[@drusilladana4184]

Thanks!

[@sorekaratravel4533]

Thank you agaaaaiiin!!!(^^)

[@drusilladana4184]

@@sorekaratravel4533 I'm watching your extraordinary films many times. This hardly seems like enough for all the enjoyment I receive!! ❤🧡

[@SarahSarah-zs5ds]

Amazing! Loving this video. Sorry, I know it’s 1am in Japan now.

[@sorekaratravel4533]

Haha. Thanks : )

[@Angelfeather100]

I miss the tatami. I miss its silky texture under my feet, its enchanting and subtle fragrance and I miss lying down on it when the sun rays warm it up just a bit. I envy you, “Sorekara” san. Urayamashii…

[@drusilladana4184]

February 14, 2022 (& every February 14) in the US is Valentine's Day. We celebrate by giving special cards, flowers, gifts, chocolates, or other sweets to our loved ones & dear friends. It often includes going out to dinner or a favorite home-cooked meal. Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day, Ryo!! ❤️

[@sorekaratravel4533]

Thank you Drue! Wishing you too!

[@drusilladana4184]

@@sorekaratravel4533 😊

[@ron_sunga]

Your vlogs really inspires me. Keep it up!

[@MoreNmore_snsd]

오늘도 잘 봤습니다. 고즈넉하고 부드러운 풍광의 마을이네요 , 잘 보존된 거리도 맘에 들고 가보고 싶은곳이네요. ^^

[@zacharyshirow906]

It is really awesome that you can use very simple sentences in your videos. I gotta say, simplicity is the best after all. I am always in a tough spot when I want to write something. There is just always this feeling of needing to use difficult words to express my thoughts.

[@teroruishalme4141]

Again calming video. Thank you you. What is the melody in the biginnig of each video?

[@mkaczmarcik]

I love your channel.

[@sabrinarencs4369]

I find this man so fascinating 🔥✨

[@derogatory69]

yay!! I’m so happy there are more sore kara videos 🥰🥰 this hotel looks incredible, such wonderful attention to detail. Thank you for sharing this hidden gem with us!! ps is the book you refer to in your new channel name the melancholia of suzumiya haruhi? 🤭

[@hitaomi3929]

i love so much your channel, bisous de la france.

[@Koato]

I've read that book too! I loved it, very insightful!

[@briseautomnal]

Is it possible to read it in English?

[@Koato]

@@briseautomnal yes the translation is available on Amazon, search for the author: Junichiro Tanizaki

[@briseautomnal]

@@Koato Thank you 😊

[@jennycampbell5236]

I can relate to narrow staircase after staying at a Machiya in Kyoto.

[@williamricestudio]

The Nipponia in Nara is also very nice, you would like it :-)

[@eunicecheow]

A book, a couch, and I said u would need a cup of coffee. Exactly u follow what I said 😜😜 This town looks eerie at night...if not with ur music. 😊😊

[@davidtea3850]

😆 I read your comment and I saw 👀 « bugs inside room » I hope 🤞 none when I go in Japan. I had cockroaches 🪳 in my room in Cuba 🇨🇺 once and it 😃🤣 was unpleasant especially if you are under the shower 🚿 Nipponia hotel has a special vibe, but a bit expensive. Mmm if you want French cuisine 🧑‍🍳 you must come to Paris (I live there) after the pandemic 😷

[@christopheralexander1075]

Such a big hotel for one person stay. I can’t 😂, I need small room to be alone

[@soniawoolley366]

Love some of your trips to the historical buildings but being an older person any chance u slow down the views of the rooms, gardens etc - I get sea sick easy ... But love your work !

[@baole2809]

Hope that can travel with you as two alone partner ! =))

[@faydulaksono]

i thought this nawara from Fukuoka but after googling this sawara only 90kms from tokyo

[@Keanu429]

The French cuisine looked pretty good, but like most fancy foods not very filling 😅

[@cherylsemrau7100]

Beautiful. What were the amenities in your room?

[@acekebabs6644]

historical Japanese hotel but a full French course for dinner XD

[@norav9624]

I have a question about wooden bathtubs, doesn't the wood crack as time goes by? Because wood absorbs water and water swollens the wood and damages the bathtub, doesn't it? How does this type of furniture gets protected from damage?

[@sorekaratravel4533]

I'm not an expert, but I think it needs to be dried and cleaned frequently.

[@norav9624]

@@sorekaratravel4533 Thank you 😊

[@eskimopeggy]

How do they know if you touched those valuable antique books? Interesting, the more they tell me don't touch, the more I want to touch :-P

[@cherylsemrau4375]

I would love to stay at this hotel. What was in the little gift bag?

[@Shuuupafruto]

i volunteer myself to take that empty bed 🙈

[@thanujareddy9524]

Okay to be frank dishes are nice but they should focuse on quantity of the plates

[@areeBetu]

as japanese tourist staying in a hotel like this, is it pricey or just affordable? I think they have limited number of room.

[@Maikigai]

Is “In praise of shadows” in English?

[@kiezllemanalili3996]

I want to go in this hotel as well!! This is a random one, but can you suggest 5 good Japanese novels to read in isolation hehe thank u!! :D

[@sorekaratravel4533]

Tough question because “favorite things” and “things you can recommend to others” can be sometimes different, right : ) But well how about these. 1. "Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World” by Haruki Murakami 2. “No Longer Human” by Osamu Dazai 3. “Kitchen” by Banana Yoshimoto 4. “OUT” by Natsuki Kirino 5. “Convenience Store Woman” by Sayaka Murata Thanks for your comment. Hope you enjoy :)

[@kiezllemanalili3996]

@@sorekaratravel4533 Thank you for this!! 💕💕💕

[@sanchezcy]

@@sorekaratravel4533 Colorless TSukuru Tazaki and his years of pilgrimage is also a good read from Haruki Marukami. I’m gonna check out YOUR suggested ones

[@parakletos71]

와~ 낡은 창고가 왜케 멋있어요?

[@jasonnosaj858]

I really love his physique, so manly

[@drusilladana4184]

Thanks!