Tokyo Vlog 2024 🇯🇵 Thrifting in Shimokitazawa, Cafe Hopping, Best Vintage Stores, What I Eat Tokyo

[@blackpaw254]

Terrific travel vlogs. I’m so tired of the over the top, obnoxious travel vlogs that dominate the Tube. You two have the most chill, low-key vibe in the best possible way 😃. Great relatable content and editing. We’re heading to Japan in 2 months for a 2 week trip so I’m binge watching all your last Japan vlogs for tips. Safe travels.

[@RalphSam]

Makes our day to read comments like this. Thank you so much! 🙏 Where are you guys heading on your Japan trip? Personally 2 weeks is the perfect amount to really go out and explore the smaller Japanese cities.

[@blackpaw254]

@@RalphSam Aside from Tokyo, I’ll have to nail down some other places after I go through your other Japan vlogs for interesting spots 🤣

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha have fun planning 😉🍻

[@HeatherLewis213]

Sam & Victor just put out a Shimokitazawa vlog too. My 2 favorite Asian Aesthetic vloggers in the same neighborhood at the same time = mind blown.

[@RalphSam]

It's an irresistible neighborhood! Thank you

[@mysauco]

The stuff of KZbin dreams? A collaboration between Sam & Victor and you guys. 🙏🙏🙏

[@RalphSam]

✌🏽😎✌🏽😎✌🏽😎✌🏽😎

[@elena-vo4wb]

Omg, just read your comments .. posted something about them too!:)

[@isanchez9839]

Nah Sam and Victor are just spoiled entitled rich kids, those guys are lame.

[@zennoodle]

15:27 I noticed how eclectic and intricate Ralph is with checking out stuff. I noticed it in the other video in Taiwan when he was checking out the cameras. I appreciate the vibes and the setup. Even the crocodile t-shirt looks awesome on you! The energy of all these videos is really fun and the lo-fi music adds to it all. Wish I could go to Japan and just have Ralph and Sam follow me with this music and play tour guide! haha. Now I'm slowly thinking about another trip to Japan soon!

[@RalphSam]

Someday! Thanks for appreciating our vibes

[@robertjaysons]

Sam & Victor and Ralph & Sam Tokyo vlogs series 💛💛💛

[@RalphSam]

Haha that would be cool! ✌🏻✌🏻

[@kleelee2670]

just recently discovered you guys and love your content! watching your vlogs is giving me the 'itch' to go back - Lol. My husband and I first Japan visit, we fell in love with this place. Our last trip was in 2022 (our 8th trip back) - never can get tired of it. 🤩

[@RalphSam]

Haha we can definitely relate. We always find something to do no matter how many times we visit. Hope you guys get to visit again soon! 😊

[@michaellima6272]

I love those discount stickers too... don't mind waiting a few minutes for those. LOL.

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha you get it

[@ilovehardcorepunk]

Yet another fantastic video. Immaculate vibes, wonderful people, beautiful images. Thank you Ralph& Sam! :)

[@RalphSam]

Thank you so much for watching! 😊🙌🏻

[@monapandium]

Yaaay new video! Only travel vlog I subscribe to. Love the vibes and how relaxing and informative your videos are. I've saved a couple for reference for future trips.

[@RalphSam]

That means a lot to us! Thank you so much 🙌🏻

[@cleavonne672]

Wow, this is the kind of content that keeps me visiting youtube. Also, Ralph's fit in this video looks so good. One of the well-dressed guys I know. 🙌🏻 the butterfly 🙏🏻

[@RalphSam]

So sweet of you! The butterfly and I both thank you 🦋

[@frankbombaci4977]

13:52 ok im OBSESSED with this bag!!! This is the exact thing I didn’t know I need and didn’t spot when I was in Japan 🥵🥵

[@RalphSam]

They have it at BEAMS in Shimokitazawa 🐯

[@END___]

Can't get enough of Japan!

[@RalphSam]

same here 🥲🍙

[@aliciafabian6349]

I love the thrifting and food/coffee. Thanks 🇯🇵👩‍❤️‍👨

[@RalphSam]

Same here! Cheers ☕️🤍

[@dm-ks7zm]

テラスハウスの、フランキーの絵🖼️！懐かしい✨私もテラスハウス大好きでした☺️ 日本をたくさん楽しんでくれて嬉しいです✨下北沢のカレー🍛、美味しいですよね。カレーは神保町も美味しいお店がたくさんあるので、お勧めです🤗

[@RalphSam]

テラスハウスを見て基本的な日本語を学んだので懐かしいです！おすすめありがとうございます。神保町には一度行ったことがありますが、カレーを食べたことがありませんでした。また行きます✌🏻

[@miami5am]

I said this before, but want to say this again - YOUR VIDE IS SO STYLISH!!!!!!!! I can watch it over and over again. I would like to stop by the Yakitori restaurant when I got to Tokyo :)

[@RalphSam]

Thank you so much 😊 Watching the chef prepare fresh yakitori is always a vibe. We miss it already. 🍢

[@96Roses]

Just realized the hotel that's attached to Sidewalk Coffee is where I'll be staying for my solo first trip to Tokyo in January! so excited

[@RalphSam]

we considered staying there too! looks like a nice hotel 😊

[@vigerminaberrios4116]

I’m so hungry watching this video. Love Flea markets you’ll find the most interesting things. Love Japan I want to go there it’s my vibe.

[@RalphSam]

Flea market days are our favorite days ✌🏻😊 Hope you get to visit soon!

[@npage1028]

Like many here, also prepping for Japan and I’ve been enjoying your vlogs. I also like seeing more of the partnerships over time. Get that money.

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha we appreciate the support! Thank you! 💪🏼😉

[@mr_glasses]

Shimokitazawa is one of my favorite places ever to wander around. Love your videos :)

[@RalphSam]

Feel like we missed a lot of the smaller streets. Would love to go back and wander around more 😊

[@mr_glasses]

@@RalphSam The smaller streets are amazing. SO many thrift stores and cafes everywhere. I haven't had any curry though, so that's a must for next time :)

[@RalphSam]

can't go wrong with a curry break in between all the walking 😊

[@paperpensetc4580]

aww i was in tokyo @ the same time! would've loved to cross paths! i really enjoy your channel and all the cool places you share!

[@RalphSam]

what a coincidence! hey, there's always next time 👋🏻 maybe we'll cross paths on our next trips 😊

[@CheyLaBoo]

Love the video and reference to Toshiki Kadomatsu at 1:13! We'll be going to Tokyo in November and definitely plan to hit up Shimokitazawa. :)

[@RalphSam]

Love Toshiki! I picked up some Tatsuro Yamashita CDs too but thats for another vlog. Thanks for tuning in. And enjoy your autumn trip 😊

[@angelasanchez5058]

love your videos! this one brings me memories from my trip to Japan in 2010, I wish I could come back soon to Japan

[@RalphSam]

So happy to hear that! Cheers 🍻

[@healesvillepottery234]

So relaxing, inspiring and interesting 👏👏🌺

[@RalphSam]

thank you for watching! 🙌🏻😊

[@henlolneh]

woooo one of my favorite neighborhoods in tokyo!! i also had a dirty latte in one of their gorgeous glass mugs at bear pond earlier this year and man it was a game changer. i would only order dirty lattes if every third wave shop served them~ can't wait for the upcoming tokyo vlogs as these first two have been sooo good.

[@RalphSam]

Bear Pond is a classic! Still thinking about the dirty latte and the limited angel stain. Thanks for tuning in 🐻🧸🐻‍❄

[@harutran4703]

It would be wonderful if you could also include the price of the food dishes too! The first curry restaurant looked absolutely delicious 🤩

[@RalphSam]

Will try to take note of the prices next time 😊✌🏻

[@yagirldjmagic]

i love watching your vlogs!! absolute favorite

[@RalphSam]

we appreciate it! thank you 🙌🏻🍙

[@Yomamma760]

Would you mind explaining more about the discount tickets? Salamat. Love your vids. Minimal talking ; aesthetically pleasing and enjoy Ralph’s photography. Keep it up.

[@RalphSam]

Sure! At a certain time, usually around 8 pm or later, someone goes around the store and adds discount stickers to the cooked food that hasn't been sold yet. Usually you'll find items 20 to even 50% off and we notice a lot of office workers visit the grocery at this time to buy discounted meals. 😊

[@Yomamma760]

Maraming salamat. Im literally building 90% of my itinerary around your vlogs!

[@RalphSam]

@Yomamma760 Salamat din! Good luck sa planning 😊

[@anhdieli]

I really enjoyed the content of your fabulous clip❤❤❤

[@RalphSam]

Thanks for enjoying 💘

[@chazeljoaquin1387]

Yay! New vlog! Where do you usually get you discounted ready to eat bentos? Which grocery? thanks

[@RalphSam]

No particular one really. Most japanese groceries and bakeries have some version of this 😊

[@chazeljoaquin1387]

@@RalphSam Thanks, have you tried the Mentaiko Shiopan at Pain Maison near Azuma Bridge (Asakuza and sumida area) ? I hope you'll try it next time, I think it will pair really well with coffee

[@RalphSam]

@chazeljoaquin1387 Oooh, not yet! But adding it to our bookmarks for our next trip 😋 Thanks for the rec!

[@katekaft]

Thank you for the new vlog! Pleasure to watch as always ❤. P.S. Nice to see the mention of the bracelets made from Czech vintage glass beads (as I’m from Prague 🇨🇿)

[@RalphSam]

Wow, didn't know you were from Prague! Thanks for always watching 😊 Personally I love when vintage czech glass is used in jewelry 💖

[@reve233]

Would you mind sharing the hotels you've stayed so far in Japan please!! Just discovered your videos and i love it so much!!

[@RalphSam]

Thank you very much 🙏 We've stayed at and can recommend: BMJ Shinjuku Okubo (you can see it in our Tokyo Vlog from last year) and Dash Living ✌🏻

[@meglovesrobots]

So inspiring! Did I miss it? Did you share the info for the hotel so close to Tokyo Tower and all the convenient stuff?

[@RalphSam]

it's called Dash Living 😊

[@journey3030]

Normally a Sam guy, but Ralph looking like a snack in titos shirt 🕺

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha thanks! Titos know best

[@pandaouji1301]

What film/s have you been using in your travels? Looks great!

[@RalphSam]

Thanks! Kodak Gold 200 📸

[@BeardedDante]

Japan vlogs are legendary as always! 👏🏽 Also, can you recommend a good starter fujifilm camera or any other Japanese camera?

[@RalphSam]

Thanks BD! I can suggest the Yashica T AF series which are under $100 on ebay. Nice little portable black film camera. One of my early favorites way back in 2011 🎞🥸✌🏽

[@BeardedDante]

@@RalphSam thank you for the recommendation!! 👏🏽 I’ll definitely check it out! Looking forward to some more Japan vlogs 🔜!

[@eda912]

My partner and I are going to Osaka and Tokyo in Oct and you 2 remind me so much of us, haha! Love ur videos and I keep making lists of places. He lived there but it's my first trip, so excited! ❤

[@RalphSam]

Haha nice to hear that 😊 We still need to make our way back to Osaka ourselves. Have fun planning! 🤍

[@tacoventure]

You have very fresh content. very nice to see. Hello From Hiroshima Japan kindly Tacoventure

[@RalphSam]

We loved Hiroshima! Thank you for watching 🤍😊

[@jeffjalea1407]

Which city is a good place to start im a first time Japan traveler and i only have a week? Tokyo or Osaka? Also, congrats on the sponsorship! that kwossant ring is everything, now my wife wants us to go on this flea market!!

[@RalphSam]

Haha thank you so much! 🥐 Personally, we would say Tokyo, just because there is so much to see and do without even leaving the city. You really get a feel for Japanese culture too if you immerse yourself in it for a week. You can plan a full Osaka/Kyoto itinerary for a different trip!

[@meluvcats]

Aoyama is my mecca and I often wonder who are the people staying there and what kind of lives they lead whenever I'm in the back alleys 😀

[@RalphSam]

same here 🤍 such a lovely area for getting lost in.

[@kainuyaka]

i am czech and the glass accessories made me happy! also this video was great

[@RalphSam]

woah! thank you for watching 👋🏻 i love looking at vintage czech glass jewelry online. 💖 always so fascinating and intricately made. - sam

[@elena-vo4wb]

You guys should meet Sam and Victor , the other couple from Hong Kong who come to Japan quite often and have similar interests!! I believe they are in Tokyo at the moment!! Look them up!!!

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha unfortunately this is a late upload, we're already back in manila 🥲

[@wengcahiles-bt1hr]

Hello Sam and Ralph! Going to Tokyo in December. Always loved your vlogs since your first upload! Would like to know what hotel/apartment you stayed in for this trip. Location looks convenient and the room is big!

[@RalphSam]

Thank you so much! We stayed at Dash Living ✌🏻 Very spacious. Would stay there again.

[@sandrahernandez3122]

Me encanta sus videos🎉🎉 saludos desde 🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱

[@RalphSam]

¡muchas gracias! hola desde manila 🤍

[@connoratcanada80]

Makes me want to bust out my film camera and go thrifting, but I like to do it in Tokyo rather than Toronto. Thanks for the vlog.

[@RalphSam]

Haha film is so fun. We're actually curious about Toronto! Thanks for your comment

[@magicmyth2635]

which brand was 11.56 it looks so cute and colourful 😍 hope you had a great time, the market looked really fun.😊

[@RalphSam]

it's called @ moc_901 on instagram 😊

[@magicmyth2635]

@@RalphSam thank you😊

[@jyrrin]

16:58 god-tier editing lmao

[@RalphSam]

🤣🤣🤣

[@MoroccanReflections]

Watched up to 24:03 😌

[@RalphSam]

That's awesome! Thank you as always 🙏😊

[@SamPotter-l8t]

Love your vlog guys. May I ask which point and shoot / film Ralph uses?. His photo's are beautiful. Apologies in advance if you have already been ask this a million times :)

[@RalphSam]

No worries at all. It's an Olympus Mju ii 📸

[@liniment_]

i live in sweden but ever since i visited japan earlier this summer it's against my will hahaha :') loving your videos and your calm and kind vibe as always!

[@liniment_]

also the bread accessories and picking them up with that tiny tong????? SO CUTE 😭😭

[@RalphSam]

Hahaha! Thank you so much. We'd love to visit Sweden too one day 🤍

[@RalphSam]

they think of everything. down to the details 🥐😂

[@vialeda5]

Do you two have any plans for a Vietnam/Hanoi trip? 😊

[@RalphSam]

We really want to! The food looks amazing 😋 Any recommendations?

[@fredericocanelas7936]

hey Sam is Ralph using an Olympus mju ? if not which camera is it ? the photos are so nice

[@RalphSam]

You're right! It's an Olympus Mju ii 📸

[@kristophershinn4420]

Bear Pond is the best

[@RalphSam]

Still slaps after all these years ☕️

[@iffatsiddiqui1844]

What is the ceramic store called?

[@RalphSam]

Not sure but it's in the reload shopping mall 🙂

[@mikeismora]

what was the name of the bookstore with vintage magazines?

[@RalphSam]

古書明日 on Google Maps. Favorite rare book store. Enjoy!

[@KittyPistachio]

Would it be crazy to visit Shimokitazawa, Kichijoji, and Keonjikita all in one day?!

[@RalphSam]

Kichijoji and Koenji you can do on the same day since they are just a stop away from one another 😊 Shimokitazawa is a bit further away, so you might do that a different day.

[@KittyPistachio]

@ Thank you for replying! I was hoping I could squeeze in Shimokitazawa in the same day to make it more efficient as I only have four full days in Tokyo 🥲 and I’m not big on vintage shopping so was planning to keep my shopping minimal lol. But I shouldn’t try to cram everything in if it’s not going to fit!

[@MK43858]

Hi, what’s the name of the hotel? Love your vlogs.

[@RalphSam]

Dash Living 😊

[@MauriceSeow]

which hotel did you guys stay at?

[@RalphSam]

Dash Living 💯

[@bblancaflor]

what hotel did you guys stay at?

[@RalphSam]

dash living! ✌🏻

[@bblancaflor]

@@RalphSam highly recommended?

[@RalphSam]

@bblancaflor absolutely! spacious, clean, modern and with a laundry machine. close to train station and walkable to tokyo tower. we'd stay there again.

[@bblancaflor]

@@RalphSam Perfect...Thank you so much!

[@RalphSam]

@bblancaflor always welcome ✌🏻

[@blackpearl513]

could you please share the addresse of the second hand book store? please :)

[@RalphSam]

Sure it's 古書明日 on Google Maps. Rare book store. Enjoy!

[@aliciafabian6349]

What is the name of your hotel please

[@RalphSam]

Dash Living ✌🏻

[@dorfus]

Hi hello, Ralph is the best ever. Is he taking applications for parasocial friendships?

[@RalphSam]

Hahahaha application is now open 🤝🏼

[@wpickle]

I gotta say I've been watching a lot of Japan vlogs because I'll be there next week (my first trip back to Japan since 2019! やばい! ) and I have to agree with that pinned comment you've got. Y'all's videos are a breath of GD fresh air in a very stagnant, predictable space. So many travel vlogs are incredibly vapid, inauthentic, and staged. The cliche of influencer walking in front of the ~aesthetic~ shop front or wall or whatever, and you just know they walked past that dang wall fifty times to get THE SHOT really irrates me, for some reason. I feel I cannot handle like cringe by proxy? The annoying thing is I know they're most likely lovely people and youtube/"content creation" is such a relentless grind, etc etc, but nonetheless it makes me grumpy. Anyway watching your videos actually makes me want to try doing some video instead of just only still photography this trip. I cannot think of a higher compliment than that. Love you both.

[@RalphSam]

Honestly this means so much to us. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful comment. And it makes us even happier to hear it's inspired you to capture videos on your upcoming trip! Personally speaking, vlogging helped us preserve our little mundane memories in a way we never expected. Hope you have fun next week 🤍😊 Thanks for the support!

[@FAC321]

hmm hate to say this but i think with vintage clothing , only the attractive or stylish can pull it off , otherwise you just look like someone wearing heavily worn clothes and looking very average if not worse than someone who buys their clothes from a cheap chain clothing outlet.

[@RalphSam]

Fair point if that's your opinion. For us we enjoy shopping vintage because of the secondhand nature of it. We appreciate recycling old garments and finding new uses for them. It's not to everyone's taste, but it suits ours.