FIRST CLASS TRAIN Across Japan 🇯🇵 (Overnight on "SHIKI-SHIMA")

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @tywil83
    @tywil83 11 месяцев назад +886

    $2,500 doesn’t seem bad for a luxury train in Japan. It looked like an amazing experience!

    • @appleforever6664
      @appleforever6664 11 месяцев назад +10

      Per person?

    • @godofdestruction4636
      @godofdestruction4636 11 месяцев назад +21

      Il pay that then that crappy Canadian

    • @Миша-в1ы2ю
      @Миша-в1ы2ю 11 месяцев назад +5

      Yea

    • @JackTempest94
      @JackTempest94 11 месяцев назад +49

      I think the fact that it's a round trip and ONLY two days makes it a bit too excessive for me. I can't stomach the idea of paying that much only to end up right back where I started 48 hours later.
      Now if it was like 96 to 128 hours total. Absolutely worth it that way.

    • @ephy-san
      @ephy-san 11 месяцев назад +17

      @@JackTempest94 I did a 2N/3D version of this trip in December. This was $3750/person.

  • @miket.4192
    @miket.4192 8 месяцев назад +98

    thank you thank you thank you - I saw this video and registered trying to get a spot for my parents 50th wedding anniversary - I got picked!!!!
    Thank you for making me aware of this rare opportunity!!

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  8 месяцев назад +17

      Wow! That so cool! I hope they have a GREAT trip!!

  • @konngoukilishima
    @konngoukilishima 9 месяцев назад +32

    なんて素晴らしい動画でしょう。

  • @tminusnyc2915
    @tminusnyc2915 11 месяцев назад +78

    JAPAN NEVER FAILS. Great review Jeb!

    • @chrisschene8301
      @chrisschene8301 23 дня назад

      Why don't I see any other people in your pictures

  • @jacobr183
    @jacobr183 8 месяцев назад +75

    I loved that little pupper who was the station master.

  • @VictoryAHK
    @VictoryAHK 11 месяцев назад +110

    I lived in Japan for over 4 years. What an amazing country. I miss it so much! Such fantastic people and culture! They really do everything and anything for their customers.

  • @PaulStewartAviation
    @PaulStewartAviation 11 месяцев назад +98

    Looks incredible! The Japanese have a very unique approach to luxury!

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +16

      They do! It was pretty formal, but we got relatively comfortable, relatively quickly!

  • @luxelist
    @luxelist 11 месяцев назад +78

    It's not just a trip on the train, it's an entire experience. And the dining options looked incredible.

  • @trainattendant5810
    @trainattendant5810 11 месяцев назад +481

    I'm a train attendant aboard Amtrak(Southwest Chief) & this would be my fantasy train to work. If only we could have this type of train travel in the USA. The detail of the product presentation is other worldly.

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +40

      Love the Southwest Chief!!!

    • @mitsuyamaeda-railfan
      @mitsuyamaeda-railfan 11 месяцев назад +16

      I think just upgrading the interior will change the atmosphere.

    • @kateemma22
      @kateemma22 11 месяцев назад +8

      Job like this wouldn't even feel like work lol

    • @A1steak
      @A1steak 10 месяцев назад +2

      Sorry that you have to be in the US. China is just a way better place to be

    • @jun.oshima
      @jun.oshima 10 месяцев назад +8

      Amtrak trains are notorious for delays from what I've experienced riding in the past. More people would ride if they ran those cars on time.

  • @marianespinosa3285
    @marianespinosa3285 11 месяцев назад +253

    Japan have the best train and service in the world,can't wait to go back there... And their cleanliness is unmatched

  • @ElectronChaser38
    @ElectronChaser38 11 месяцев назад +109

    Japan is such a wonderful country to visit. I cannot wait to go back someday.

  • @sandiandgregh
    @sandiandgregh 11 месяцев назад +106

    This is jaw dropping. So beautiful!! The menus, the room, the cars, the design and decor. Just wow. But the best…the special station master with his little hat. 😊

  • @AScottishOdyssey
    @AScottishOdyssey 11 месяцев назад +54

    This looks like an amazing experience. The Japanese certainly know how to do their trains.

  • @andrea6421
    @andrea6421 11 месяцев назад +37

    Oh nooooo 1 minute?! Japan is 1 country that prides themselves for being on time with their rail travel so that was cute 😊! Great video! I dream of going to Japan 1 day

  • @davidschneider129
    @davidschneider129 11 месяцев назад +111

    Of all the amazing journeys you’ve gone on, I don’t think I’ve ever been more jealous than I was of this one. What a fantastic experience. Thank you for sharing it with us!

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +13

      I hope you can do it!!

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +4

      ​@@GreenerGrassTry it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @edwinburgos4984
    @edwinburgos4984 11 месяцев назад +44

    ughhhh my god Japan looks so beautiful and serene, ty so much for this video.

  • @matthewbaker6177
    @matthewbaker6177 11 месяцев назад +112

    Trust the Japanese to do something so amazingly well. They really do understand what experiences should be like. I'm in awe of this train. I must go on it. I didn't even know such a thing existed.

  • @stevemueller7358
    @stevemueller7358 10 месяцев назад +29

    I’m always amazed by your videos - but this one is phenomenal.
    My wife and I are cruisers - and we are booked on a 50+ day cruise round trip Seattle to Japan. I appreciated seeing the views in the county, and the amazing mountains - in addition to the luxury train.
    You have a great life!

  • @OVTraveller
    @OVTraveller 11 месяцев назад +47

    Jeb speechless? I fully understand as train travel in Japan is so outstanding. Again a wonderful experience to share with you two. Thanks.

  • @magnustan841
    @magnustan841 11 месяцев назад +71

    Jeb and Suzzane, as a fan of Japanese trains since I was 6 years old, I had the biggest grin on my face the entire time watching this video! As awesome as Train Suite Shikishima is, but Japanese trains delight no matter what kind you're riding. What I love best is their uniqueness, the whole experience of using them, the scenery that passes by the window and the unmatched enthusiasm the Japanese people share about trains. It's amazing when you're waved off by the staff at the station, everyone is taking pictures on the platform and the staff are very accommodating to us railfans. I just came back from a 2-week holiday to Japan and I already want to go back. I'm so glad you enjoyed your journey and thanks so much for taking us along for the ride!

  • @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck
    @BrendaHaltom-cs6ck 11 месяцев назад +58

    Wow so beautiful! I love Japan! That gorgeous train just blows me away! Love the decor! Thank you JEB and Susanne!❤️😀🌄

  • @ckidder
    @ckidder 11 месяцев назад +32

    I keep thinking Jeb and Suzanne can't come up with something more unique and special than the last video I saw and then they out-do themselves. Thank you for taking us along on your journeys and showing us places in the world I never knew existed.

  • @davidwolf226
    @davidwolf226 11 месяцев назад +22

    Ya know... I thought I couldn't be more impressed with your Queen Mary voyage, until... this amazing journey and accommodations came along! Truly amazing! Thanks for sharing, Jeb & Suzanne. May God continue to bless you.

  • @deanmartin8784
    @deanmartin8784 11 месяцев назад +64

    Congratulations on passing 700,000 subscribers! Japan is a bucket list item and this was another great video.

  • @Kevin-oj2uo
    @Kevin-oj2uo 11 месяцев назад +504

    Wow apologizing for 1 minute delay! Japanese people are really amazing.

    • @jblyon2
      @jblyon2 11 месяцев назад +72

      Amtrak: "You're lucky you're only arriving 2 days late, shut it"

    • @dannagy546
      @dannagy546 11 месяцев назад +34

      If a daily train is delayed by 30 seconds, you get a letter explaining to your employer why you were late

    • @hanj31
      @hanj31 11 месяцев назад +23

      Japanese hospitality at its finest

    • @lordzenchi
      @lordzenchi 11 месяцев назад +32

      According to Japanese Rail..., a 1-minute delay is considered "unacceptable"

    • @Bobmcjoepants
      @Bobmcjoepants 11 месяцев назад +31

      In 2018, Japan Railways sent out an apology due to a Shinkansen leaving 25 seconds early
      The operator was misinformed about the time to leave, and so he closed the doors. When he realized the mistake he decided to leave early as opening then closing the doors would take longer than 25 seconds and they'd be late (and no one was on the platform)
      But as pointed by a few people, with the trains being so specific, someone might of planned to make the train at this particular time but missed it
      Still... Really?

  • @KennyA09
    @KennyA09 11 месяцев назад +31

    This is definitely a bucket list trip

  • @drjtk76
    @drjtk76 11 месяцев назад +58

    I guess you could call this the TRUE Orient Express!!! So happy for you both!!!

  • @mark.k2412
    @mark.k2412 11 месяцев назад +87

    Japan has some awesome trains and jeb has one of the best travel channels! Only one makes it very entertaining! Keep up the good work!

  • @genchan1224able
    @genchan1224able 10 месяцев назад +129

    四季島が来ると思わず手を振りたくなります~✋~🏳

  • @johnvanduren4806
    @johnvanduren4806 11 месяцев назад +152

    Can anyone imagine a train of this class on a coast to coast trip in America? That would be an experience of a life time.

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +32

      That would be *INCREDIBLE*!!!

    • @planeandsimpleaviation
      @planeandsimpleaviation 11 месяцев назад +20

      @fackafacka 18 billion people could, by riding it multiple times. It's not just one visit per person, but surely many.

    • @jsw11984
      @jsw11984 11 месяцев назад +11

      ⁠​⁠​⁠@fackafacka18 billion passengers does not mean 18 billion individuals.
      Let’s say you rode the train to and from work, that’s counted as two passengers, then you do that 5 times a week and you’re up to 10, times that by 48 weeks (assuming 4 weeks annual leave) and then you’re up to 480.
      Times that by the population of Japan (125million, and you get to 60billion).
      Obviously not everyone rides the trains that often, but even if it’s only one in five, that gets you to your supposedly impossible 18 billion.

    • @SaxPanther
      @SaxPanther 11 месяцев назад +4

      The Rocky Mountaineer doesn't have quite the level of on-board luxury, but the views certainly beat it, at a lower price point

    • @dingno
      @dingno 10 месяцев назад +7

      There used to be "The American Orient Express", which was pretty much the same concept, and one of the coolest aspects was they had managed to acquire historic cars from famously luxurious trains of the past to be the train cars, like the Santa Fe's Super Chief and New York Central's 20th Century Limited. Sadly it didn't take off. They tried to partner with Amtrak, but that only put it on borrowed time. The cars were auctioned off and the train is no more.

  • @eva_toth
    @eva_toth 11 месяцев назад +64

    Japan is one of the places I am just dreaming of being able to go in my life, so thank you for showing it through your video.

    • @ina_turcan
      @ina_turcan 8 месяцев назад +2

      Imagine that you are there. Go to sleep every night as though you are in Japan , FEEL the joy and the appreciation for being already there and fall asleep in this feeling. See your now place where you live FROM there in your imagination. If you walk in this FEELING all the time, see yourself there, hearing in your imagination people who speak Japanese., their houses,....conditions will be created by Devine power and you will go there. You don't have to think how, when, etc.( you can't think how and when if you ARE already there. It is a shift in your mind.) Just live as though you are there. What you need to do from your part, you will do under compulsion.

  • @lordzenchi
    @lordzenchi 11 месяцев назад +39

    This is the best train video you have done so far. Japan's trains are just on another level.

  • @haroldishoy2113
    @haroldishoy2113 11 месяцев назад +10

    Jeb, thanks for introducing us to your lovely wife Suzanne. I have to admire her spirit in recovering from a root canal so quickly, en-venture. Seeing this train is a surprise since I never thought something like that was possible.
    I have to admit another massive dose of respect for you; since traveling to Antarctica and now this Japanese luxury train. You have given me recollection of one of my unique experiences of visiting and traveling by rail in Japan in the mid 1990s. I visited Fusa, and some small mountain towns in the opposite direction to Tokyo.

  • @cgreen186
    @cgreen186 11 месяцев назад +36

    What a beautiful train trip. I've never seen such a fancy train is that nor their passengers being treated as good as they did. Such beautiful scenery, my granddaughter actually would love to go and do that she loves the japanese. She reads rights and speaks Japanese.. I agree with one of the comments that Jeb Brooks is the best travel RUclips guide. In fact I only watch him now.

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +1

      Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @marshafick4006
    @marshafick4006 6 месяцев назад +25

    No one does class, elegance, and efficiency like the Japanese.

  • @piknick111
    @piknick111 11 месяцев назад +85

    Japan and the people seem so lovely. Never been but would love to visit someday

  • @strider2175
    @strider2175 11 месяцев назад +107

    This has to be one of the most amazing trip you both have shared with us! I hope one day I can do this myself!

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +13

      I hope so too!

    • @kardinalcareokekylexy5738
      @kardinalcareokekylexy5738 11 месяцев назад +2

      as someone who probably doesn't make hotel reservations unless there's room service and a loyalty program, you are the very last person to be talking about culture! You don't travel, you hotel and airport hop!@@GreenerGrass

    • @elcubanito2442
      @elcubanito2442 11 месяцев назад

      @@kardinalcareokekylexy5738 You need a laxative?

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@GreenerGrassTry it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @fleishum
    @fleishum 11 месяцев назад +39

    The entire journey appeared to be nothing short of amazing. In addition to bringing us along on the journey, I appreciate how you encourage us to decide for ourselves if such an experience is worth it. That is true with so many life experiences. Rather than trying to convince everyone to do exactly what you are doing, you instead share your experiences and then inform others how to learn more details should they wish. It is then up to us to inquire. Thank you.

  • @geoffreyguez
    @geoffreyguez 11 месяцев назад +93

    I just came back from Japan, I visited Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Amazing country ! Both culturally and culinary, can't wait to get back there !

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +1

      Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @Yawndave
    @Yawndave 11 месяцев назад +22

    Of all the trains you've been on, this has to be the top of the line. The ticket cost is way (way, way) out of my price range so thanks for letting me ride along with you. Suzanne, I know what it feels like to have dental issues when you're away from home...not fun at all! But it looks like you lucked out finding a good dentist in Tokyo. Until next time, happy trails!

  • @Yanval_M93f
    @Yanval_M93f 11 месяцев назад +119

    日本に来てくれてありがとうございます。

  • @greenrosebluebird
    @greenrosebluebird 9 месяцев назад +7

    I have been longing for traveling on SHIKISHIMA. It's my dream train. Thank you for the video. I really enjoyed watching and almost felt I was on the train, too!

  • @aly5321
    @aly5321 11 месяцев назад +25

    I love the very modern yet classic look of the train. It feels sort of timeless

  • @bbowman5234
    @bbowman5234 11 месяцев назад +9

    Love Suzzane’s “WOW” it’s always so genuine and energetic!

  • @57thorns
    @57thorns 7 месяцев назад +60

    One thing I noticed is that the driver points at every signal he looks at, as I understand it this is part of training to add muscle memory to taking note of everything you need to watch for.

    • @jsmith6259
      @jsmith6259 7 месяцев назад +19

      It's also used to stop fatigue trying to keep the driver awake

    • @MarcioHuser
      @MarcioHuser 6 месяцев назад +2

      I noticed the same

    • @TexasCat99
      @TexasCat99 5 месяцев назад +5

      It has always been that way for the high-speed, high-end trains. When you see (point) and say something, your brain works better and registers. Does what I say and see match what I expect to see? Because of the glass, you can' hear him. But he is speaking. "Green light". "Forward"

    • @walterharoldbishop
      @walterharoldbishop 5 месяцев назад +4

      i think japanese work ethic and diligence are unparalleled.

    • @TexasCat99
      @TexasCat99 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@walterharoldbishop it has its pros and cons. There are various issues In their business world. But when it comes to trains, those are safety behaviors.
      If you want to remember something a bit better, say it out loud. Versus your internal dialogue.

  • @mjbayer1838
    @mjbayer1838 11 месяцев назад +23

    Jeb and Suzanne I really love your rail reviews from various countries, the rocky mountaineer, the Canadian, the Australian Gan, the polar express and Amtrak. All I can say is wow! What an adventure!

    • @lisagray1418
      @lisagray1418 11 месяцев назад

      I, also, really enjoy their rail journeys. They are so interesting.

    • @lisagray1418
      @lisagray1418 11 месяцев назад

      I, also, really enjoy their rail journeys. They are so interesting.

  • @lisagray1418
    @lisagray1418 11 месяцев назад +11

    Wow was my first response upon seeing the title. After watching the video it was WOW!!!! This was one of the most beautiful trips y’all have taken. I really enjoyed seeing parts of Japan that I never even knew existed. I had no idea they had a wine region. I loved seeing the rural areas. Thank you for showing me the world. Your excellent menu placement was much appreciated. You both put out a wonderful video. Thanks again.

  • @ivanhoefb
    @ivanhoefb 11 месяцев назад +9

    The windows of the train look like they are butterflies!

  • @kevinwells4986
    @kevinwells4986 11 месяцев назад +39

    I worked for a Japanese company for years and travelled there often. I did a variety of excursions throughout the country. I don't think I could have justified this trip in my mind, even back then when I was discovering and loving the country. That's a lot of money. But, it is beautiful. And if I paid that price I would have been awake for the entire 36 hours.... some how. Regardless I love this channel, and wish you guys the absolute best in this new year.

  • @davidphillips3090
    @davidphillips3090 11 месяцев назад +23

    Fascinating! It makes me want to take a train more than to fly. I wish the US could improve the rail travel. Thank you Jeb and Suzanne.

    • @BoringIntrovert1982
      @BoringIntrovert1982 11 месяцев назад +4

      The popularity of air travel during the 60's was really the death knell for US rail travel. Each railroad had their premier passenger trains. Ex: Atlantic Coast Line had The Champion, Seaboard Air Line had The Silver Meteor, Southern Railway had The Crescent, and Norfolk & Western had The Powhatan Arrow. By the late 60's the railroads were losing money on each passenger train they operated. Amtrak would assume nearly all passenger traffic, and equipment in 1971. The Carter deregulation era saw the abandonment of many rail lines nationwide. By the 2000's, several trains were combined with others or abolished altogether. Brightline seems to be proving very successful in Florida. Hopefully, that service could eventually expand across the country.

    • @cwg73160
      @cwg73160 11 месяцев назад

      @@BoringIntrovert1982 knell

    • @BoringIntrovert1982
      @BoringIntrovert1982 11 месяцев назад

      @@cwg73160 Semantics...

  • @HappyLife693
    @HappyLife693 6 месяцев назад +2

    Talk about living vicariously through someone, this is definitely one of those times.

  • @alanmok8783
    @alanmok8783 10 месяцев назад +7

    Omg I love your review on this train.
    Being in Japan, I think I have seen it once or twice, not quite sure what that train is, but through your introduction the experience looks so impressive and exquisite!
    And yes, there is no place quite like Japan for trains. It's pretty special.

  • @kyosei-jy9qq
    @kyosei-jy9qq 11 месяцев назад +75

    Thank you for coming to Japan and introducing Shikijima ^_^ Please come to Japan again♪❤😂

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +1

      Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @aly5321
    @aly5321 11 месяцев назад +21

    I love your vids Jeb! They get an instant click when they're on my feed. I love your mentality of trying new things even when you're not sure you'll enjoy it. Your voiceovers also make your videos so much more engaging. I'm not a fan of travel videos that are silent, so I really appreciate that about your videos.

  • @IsaacNYC212
    @IsaacNYC212 11 месяцев назад +14

    The Japanese [service & beyond] culture is beyond comprehension. Its one of those thing you have to experience for yourself. I've ALWAYS enjoyed my visit.

  • @s.macintosh-jc9rf
    @s.macintosh-jc9rf 11 месяцев назад +13

    Hi Jeb and Suzanne,
    Thanks for the great video of the Japanese train. What a beautiful train 🚂! Jeb you said it right, this is futuristic and traditional at the same time!
    Here’s to more in 2024!
    Be well and safe,
    Peter

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад +1

      Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

  • @darwinlaureles
    @darwinlaureles 11 месяцев назад +2

    The people waving at the train when departing was a beautiful sight.

  • @mimo93maminon
    @mimo93maminon 11 месяцев назад +13

    I used to live near Tokyo. I was waiting for my local train when this one approached. I was confused by it. It's beautiful, but it also looked so out of place. Some people in the lounge waved as they passed by. I thought, "they must be filthy rich" 😅 Now I know what it looks like inside. Thank you for allowing us to see the experience!

  • @Capo51
    @Capo51 7 месяцев назад +3

    Japanese style and elegance at their best! Unbeatable taste. Haute cuisine. Thank U 4 sharing. 👍

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  7 месяцев назад

      Agree! Doesn’t get better than a Japanese train!

  • @David72380
    @David72380 11 месяцев назад +6

    Thank you for taking us with you on this amazing journey! I love watching your videos from home here in southern Germany all the time! They are so inspiring for future journeys as well, although this one might have to wait untill I finished my master's :D Best wishes from Germany and keep up the amazing work!

  • @BoringIntrovert1982
    @BoringIntrovert1982 11 месяцев назад +39

    I believe you could honestly say the Shiki-Shima is the QM2 of Japan. The forward observation cars would be a railfan's dream here in the US! Aside from the Rocky Mountaineer, it's truly unfortunate we don't have this type of classy service here.

    • @mitsuyamaeda-railfan
      @mitsuyamaeda-railfan 11 месяцев назад

      I think it would be a good idea to research services in other countries and absorb what you think are good.

  • @eld4726
    @eld4726 9 месяцев назад +4

    This is sooooo amazing!! Thanks for sharing. I am going to put in an application! Japan is my new favourite place on the planet. Been there three times now. Did not know about his train.

  • @ephy-san
    @ephy-san 11 месяцев назад +67

    Hello Jeb,
    I was looking forward to this review ever since the teaser to get your perspective. There are not really ANY reviews of the Shiki-shima experience.
    My wife and I was able to ride this train in December for a 2N/3D Trip to Aomori/Akita/Matsushima. You covered the experience really well, so I only want share some of my anecdotes. We are in our 30's.
    Like you, we were the only foreign couple (sort of, I'm half-Japanese, half-Caucasian), my Caucasian wife speaks very little Japanese. I was expecting to translate everything, however this was not the case. Though I can speak Japanese fluently, when my wife was present they spoke in English to ensure my wife was included. Were your announcements also done in English? Our announcements were also done in English, but they also included additional descriptions of the areas that we passed through (whether it be castle ruins/famous location). We all knew those English announcements were done "just" for us 😆
    Additional notes as a foreign traveler:
    - Every excursion, we were provided English brochures without asking (I was given both languages).
    - Every menu was provided additionally in English, and customized for my wife, who also like you, has an allergy. We never had to mention her allergy. They were are all aware of it.
    - On the bus, we had dedicated staff sit near us *if* I needed help translating for my wife or if I had any questions about the excursions (I had several)
    The details were incredible, it is difficult to document everything. Every chef came to us to greet us, and really made us feel special. When my wife complimented the food and joked about getting additional pieces. They brought her more.
    By far the most memorable is - the staff. Each staff member knew our names and made an effort to converse with us. The trip is really dense and intimate so we often had conversations with many of the crew members. Some staff even remembered some of the answers to the questionnaire we answered after we were accepted applicants. I could type a novel on how great the staff was. At the end of the journey, we wanted to get a quick picture with some of the staff that had helped us; not only did we get that picture - the entire 40+ staff members took a group photo with us in the center. This was incredible and we will never forget it.
    I would have brought pitchforks on behalf of the Shiki-shima crew if anything negative came out of your review🤣
    P.S. It took us 4x before we finally got accepted.

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +10

      Wow! That was such a great recap and matched our experience too. Thanks for sharing. Agreed: The staff was truly “out of this world!” So attentive, warm, kind, and proactive!!

    • @nish221100
      @nish221100 11 месяцев назад +2

      Actually there are a few in Japanese, but unfortunately, none (that I know) have English subtitles. This is the first review of Shikishima in English. (There was a Japan Railway Journal segment, but I don't count that as a review).

    • @ocshaljufrian6109
      @ocshaljufrian6109 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@GreenerGrassTry it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,.,the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, thank you sis and bro.,..,Try it bro, you can ride the highest speed train for the first time in Southeast Asia. The highest speed is 350 kilometers per hour, the Indonesian fast train Jakarta - Bandung, the newest, most sophisticated in Southeast Asia, the first,..the way to the beautiful and comfortable and beautiful and cool and cool city of Bandung, to lembang is Ciwidey ,thank you sis and bro,,.,..

    • @bearandrabbit6826
      @bearandrabbit6826 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@GreenerGrassUnless you're a shark! Shark fin soup is not only disgusting but egregious cruelty to animals!!! You should be ashamed of yourself! 😢😢😪😪

    • @e.b.4379
      @e.b.4379 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@nish221100 All the Japanese reviews have subtitles, just need to put the caption on. I've watched several and they all had English subtitles.

  • @LisaMarli
    @LisaMarli 11 месяцев назад +10

    One of the Japanese RUclipsrs did the winter tour. He had room 901, and took his mom, lucky mom. What an amazing train.
    Can't wait to see other RUclipsrs adventures on this train.
    Thank you for sharing your adventure.

  • @Cal90208
    @Cal90208 11 месяцев назад +2

    The shot at 12:33 is just perfect. I love the scenery behind Suzanne

  • @GrumpyForester
    @GrumpyForester 11 месяцев назад +4

    ...OK, so now I need to look real hard at my Bucket LIst and figure out what gets tossed out so I can do this trip! What a wonderful journey; thanks for taking me along...

  • @marisaconlon8938
    @marisaconlon8938 8 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for these rail journeys. My partner is a train enthusiast, and we love your videos

  • @robertschneider2189
    @robertschneider2189 11 месяцев назад +14

    I grew up along the Illinois Central Line. My hometown had a roundhouse for the NY Central which intersected the IC about two miles from my house. Ours was one of the old Midwest railroad cities. Your videos have reawakened my love of the rails. Thank you.

  • @BMRS03
    @BMRS03 11 месяцев назад +6

    Amazing video and an amazing train experience! Looking spiffy Jeb! You seem to have lost weight. The suit fits you great and that rare Japanese boutique exclusive SBGE301 is the cherry on the top!

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  11 месяцев назад +3

      Love the SBGE301! We picked it up just before this trip. It’s the perfect memento!!

  • @clarkcalabrese292
    @clarkcalabrese292 11 месяцев назад +4

    Wow!!! and I thought that the Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf was awesome. This Japan luxury train is truly over the top!

  • @marisaconlon8938
    @marisaconlon8938 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks

    • @GreenerGrass
      @GreenerGrass  8 месяцев назад +2

      Wow! Thank you so much for this!!

  • @ericcherveny5195
    @ericcherveny5195 11 месяцев назад +10

    I love your content man! You and your wife are treasures! I'm going to Japan in May (only my 2nd time ever flying) and I'm super excited!!

  • @bastieschenbach9814
    @bastieschenbach9814 11 месяцев назад +2

    I’ve been watching ALL your Train videos the last two days, don’t exactly know why. And now you come out with this? Come on! That’s just perfect. I’ll just kick back, open up a cold one and enjoy! Thanks for making my day! Love you guys, keep going, we’ll see you on the rails…in the sky…on the road…you get it. I’ll see myself out.

  • @pastorcoreyadams
    @pastorcoreyadams 11 месяцев назад +4

    Wow! What a breathtaking train! Thanks for sharing this journey with us.

  • @danieltx7066
    @danieltx7066 4 месяца назад +2

    I’m new to your videos, but am loving each one. My two cats keep me tied down, unfortunately, but it’s fun traveling with you both… however vicariously it is.

  • @初級トレーダーK
    @初級トレーダーK 8 месяцев назад +8

    良い天気で幸運でしたね。

  • @jofleury2982
    @jofleury2982 11 месяцев назад +2

    ❤ Awesome!!! Watching this video, was eye opening. What a blessing to get to see this beautiful country. Its immaculate.

  • @WBDE
    @WBDE 11 месяцев назад +4

    OK.....I'm jealous now. What a wonderful trip. Thank you for taking us along

  • @fdanieln8759
    @fdanieln8759 10 месяцев назад +2

    Wow!! Can only dream of that kind of experience! Amazing, and thanks for taking us all along

  • @MarcusEye
    @MarcusEye 10 месяцев назад +3

    Those Japanese trains are amazing. I saw a video where the head of the railway had to make an apology on national television because they were seven minutes late!. Can you imagine?!. Great video, thanks again Mr. Brooks.

  • @beardown6574
    @beardown6574 11 месяцев назад +3

    Wow what an incredible experience! That's why I love this channel...so many unique travel experiences. Never knew such a train existed lol but woah what elegance and luxury and so exclusive. Congrats! Great job!

  • @JBFlytography
    @JBFlytography 11 месяцев назад +7

    Been looking forward to this 😉
    Looks amazing!

  • @michaelolden4783
    @michaelolden4783 11 месяцев назад +2

    Jeb and Suzanne. You both make interesting videos that other v-loggers could learn from. Your reviews look for the positives and you jump into the experiences without hesitation. For e.g we watched someone else’s QM2 and thought no, it looked like a car ferry. However after watching your video we have now booked. The enjoyment and diverse trips you take comes across as does your contagious enthusiasm. You’re both probably our favourite travel v-loggers. Keep it up!

  • @gymrat2647
    @gymrat2647 11 месяцев назад +3

    Wowsers that train left me wowed and amazed. The views looked very stunning and amazing.Happy New Year from New Zealand.

  • @dr.velmasablan3611
    @dr.velmasablan3611 11 месяцев назад +1

    What a BEAUTIFUL TRAIN!!! Thank you for sharing your experience. Hope new trains in America follow what the Japanese have done here.

  • @Oz2460
    @Oz2460 11 месяцев назад +3

    This is the best overall video on your channel yet! I had never seen or heard anything about this particular train before, so thanks for taking us along for the ride 👍🚄

  • @donnazukadley7300
    @donnazukadley7300 10 месяцев назад +1

    Back to my favorite; your train videos! My dad was the mechanic on the Turbo train in Providence, RI back in the day. He and my husband, both passed, but my favorite trips with my husband were on trains. Even short trains like North Conway New Hamphire dinner train (food was amazing) and then the train ride to the top of Mount Washington was so much fun!

  • @bahnspotterEU
    @bahnspotterEU 11 месяцев назад +8

    I was hoping for you to ride either this train or one of the more conventional, but still very stylish express trains like the Odakyu Romancecar. I think Japan incorporates creative styling into trains like no other country. Some of the designs are a little jarring to be honest, but they experiment and apply variety in a way that I can only respect. Your presentation was great as usual!

  • @danielintheantipodes6741
    @danielintheantipodes6741 10 месяцев назад +1

    The train looks amazing and not overly expensive for such a luxurious trip. Thank you for the video!

  • @linjat-t2o
    @linjat-t2o 11 месяцев назад +3

    I always love watching you two travel. Thank you for sharing this with us

  • @shelabrehio1050
    @shelabrehio1050 2 месяца назад +1

    I am so happy you did not choose the shark fin. What you did eat looked amazing though. What an amazing experience for you both and you deserve it. I know you’re hard-working and I enjoy your vlogs so much.

  • @平松伸行-c8y
    @平松伸行-c8y 3 месяца назад +4

    素晴らしい。

  • @LukeBWoodVideos
    @LukeBWoodVideos 11 месяцев назад +1

    Jeb, your watch collection is truly amazing!

  • @Peizxcv
    @Peizxcv 11 месяцев назад +9

    Japan have huge train culture so they would have amazing service

  • @babaluigi
    @babaluigi 11 месяцев назад +1

    That grand seiko is excellent. perfect watch for this experience. Bravo

  • @NickGoesFar
    @NickGoesFar 11 месяцев назад +3

    Wow! That's such a cool train - and to win a lottery spot for it, so cool! This is an awesome video Jeb.

  • @kattheshrink
    @kattheshrink 7 месяцев назад

    The scenery brought me to tears. We left Japan after almost 6 years last year, and I miss it so much.

  • @rsybing
    @rsybing 11 месяцев назад +4

    Contrast with Alexander the Guest's recent video on the Orient Express and you'd be surprised at how that service fell short compared to this one.

  • @samooky
    @samooky 11 месяцев назад +1

    Love the dressed up station master (13:18). Adorable!

  • @tommyc6066
    @tommyc6066 11 месяцев назад +3

    I'm glad you are doing videos in Japan. I spent a year on Okinawa 😎🌴