I lived and worked as a chef in Japan for 2 years, best time of my life so far. Watching videos like this breaks my heart because the beauty of Japan never ceases to amaze me, even after living there and having traveled there several times too. It's a a heart-break that makes me smile though and I'm so glad you're enjoying Japan! Really is a place where you can visit time and time again without getting sick of the sights!
In answer to your question, New England in the fall DEFINITELY rivals the changing colors in Japan. Vermont particularly blew my mind. So lovely. Totally agree with you regarding Mount Fuji! It's cinematically beautiful. I get much the same buzz from Mount Shasta in CA, just such an iconic volcano and similarly, it really stands out against the surrounding landscape.
I would add the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to the list. The UP in the Fall is spectacular, especially around the many waterfalls, inland lakes and the coastal areas.
The chemtrails in USA are terrible. Talking about Mount Shasta, already in 2013, the test of the snow detected four times the amount of aluminium that should be there.
I live in North Carolina and the mountains, streams, and colors are the same, but the architecture and people are different and what make places so amazing ❤️ I think every place is unique in it's own way. It's about the adventure and I love watching yours.
I would totally do a Tokyo van life but definitely would need a longer van! That's so tiny. I love that Tokyo had such clean and fresh amenities for people, very unique.
In the mid-50s my military family was stationed in Tainan, Taiwan. As a family, we went to Toyoko on R and R. It was amazing to my sister and me as we saw so many things that were fascinating to us because in Tainan there were no TVs, Taxies and tall buildings at the time. I love watching your travels and since I can't go seeing you have fun is wonderful to me as well.
To answer your 2 questions: 1. Yes, Vermont in autumn is SO MUCH more vibrant and colorful than you showed in this video! I say this having just done vanlife following autumn peak color through Vermont from the Canadian border to the Massachusetts border. I also kept going all the way to South Carolina by Thanksgiving, and nothing south of Vermont was remotely as pretty. 2. You should add vanlife New Zealand to your bucket list. NZ is very setup to cater to campervans like your UK van. Your first nights by the lake in Japan reminded me of many of the FREE Dept. of Conservation campsites in NZ, but the ones in NZ are actual secluded campsites, not city parking lots. I'm not sure any country can top NZ for vanlife.
As an Aussie I would definitely recommend Australia, but it is very big and in the red centre (desert country) preparation is very important. The desert is incredibly beautiful, but you need to be sensible. As a Maori whose father is from New Zealand, I have travelled through both the North and South Island... honestly absolutely stunning! My one issue is the tourist destinations can be expensive. I travelled with kids and many places made us pay children at adult prices. Then they made our children sit on our laps. We had enough and decided to do no more tours, we did only what we could find for free or at sensible prices. We had so much fun after that.
Tokyo is just such an eclectic mix of the old, the new and the downright bizarre. I just love Japan and can't wait to go back. Okonomiyaki is like one of my favourite things, had a real jealousy pang there! The kei camper was cute if not entirely practical, my camper is a JDM import but it's a bit bigger than that thankfully!
They will be quite suprise in Spain, I have feeling that here just Spaniards remove the light once they will get the car, basically noone use the turn signal here.
😆I believe you both were taken away to a different planet while you slept! Thank you both for being so adventurous and taking us with you! Love you both! 💖Stay safe!
Think about travelling around South Africa in a van.. Places like the Kruger National Park, the Garden Route, Western Cape (Table Mountain, the winelands, beaches), then the Karoo.. Being able to travel and stop - you wont be disappointed..
How wonderful to see Japan again. I used to do trade shows in Japan then tour about. I have always been amazed at the amenities they offer when travelling. Now I am a senior I can visit virtually along with you.
In my younger days I travelled extensively, over 90 countries and two circumnavigations but now at 81 I just have to enjoy watching you two travelling, enjoying different cultures and having fun. One country I have not visited but would like to is Iceland. How about you take us there? Regards Michael
@@irenedavo3768 On a slight diversion, 30 or so years ago I met a chap on a train who was in his 90s and travelling to London to get his portrait painted. I bought him a coffee and asked what his earliest memory was. He said it was the soldiers parading on Wimbledon Common (South London) in their red uniforms . For the 2nd Boer War in 1901. Scary.
I’m from New England, New Hampshire specifically. The foliage there is quite spectacular. I have yet to visit Japan so I can’t compare the two but I believe a trip to New England would not disappoint. I must say that you are easily my favorite travel channel- thanks for showing me the world in your especially entertaining way.
While Mt Fuji is indeed a beautiful sight to behold, Mt Rainier, located just 55 miles from downtown Seattle in Washington State is over 2, 000 feet taller and is visible from both Seattle and Tacoma.
You guys survived your adventure of "Honey I shrunk the Van" series!! I imagine when you venture out in your "normal" size van it will seem more like a mansion. Can't wait for your next adventure.
I’m from Japan and live in US. I did RVing the last three years in US and Baja. I always thought that van life in Japan will be great because we have hot springs and convenient stores with great foods everywhere. I agree with Ema about maid cafes. It’s kind a creepy with Lolita complex culture many Japanese men embrace which I don’t understand. Thank you for doing van life in Japan and sharing your experiences.
Oh, you *MUST* do vanlife in New Zealand! Really truly, you will love it! Extraordinary scenery, amazing services and accommodation, lovely people - my FAVOURITE country for vanlife, hands-down! Thanks for your very interesting Tokyo experiences - must make a note of those Internet Cafe's.
This is the first time I have watched you guys …I loved every minute of it …you have such a brilliant style and a wicked sense of humour… brilliant travelogue …I am hooked… thank for allowing us to share your travels… brilliantly brilliant .
I loved driving through Japan when we lived there, especially the mountains and countryside. Even getting lost could be fun. We lived in Sasebo, by Nagasaki, for 8 years and loved it!
We drove through Shikoku and had a puncture on a lonely mountain pass, no spare tire, fixing set did not work, it was raining, almost night. On a Sunday. Without phone reception. We hiked up the mountain for reception and got rescued by a friendly Japanese team. And just needed to pay for replacement tire... I just love Japan!
The people were so kind and caring! We’ve been back in the US for a little over a year and it’s been an adjustment for sure! I always said living in Japan made me want to be a better person
I had no idea that van life would be so easy in Japan. Everyone has told me in the past how expensive Japan was, and not to go, but maybe that isn't true anymore. I would love to go explore Japan.
I'm over 30 years living in Japan but I always learn something cool from young people who come here to travel. Think I'll check out that Customa Cafe soon. Cheers!
Delightful Beans! Timed properly and over 3-4 weeks, a fantastic loop from NYC, starting in upstate NY, (the Finger Lakes area are my fave), through Vermont via covered bridges, New Hampshire's awesome landscapes and on into Maine will deliver a psycedelic kaleidoscope of color and delicious seasonal food. (Don't forget to visit Acadia National Park and try the blueberry pie!!) Head south along the coast for a Halloween stop in Salem MA, then shoot for Newport RI, Meander along Connecticut's coast, and you're back into NYC. It's possible to travel with the leaves as they change from colder and higher inland elevations, toward the warmer coastline. It's truly a thing to behold!
I'm not saying they compare to mount Fuji but several of the mountains in Washington and Oregon have a similar effect even being part of a range, they're so big compared to the ones next to them it looks like they're alone . Mainly mount hood in Oregon and mount rainier in Washington
Canadian here and the Fall colours are very similar to Japan... the difference is that our landscape is much wilder, less manicured. Obviously the architecture is significantly different but New England and Atlantic Canada has its own charm. For something completely different, why not take "van life" out on the water and rent a houseboat and tour the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario (Canada). Check out Egan Houseboats or R&R Houseboats. You can do 3-day or 7 day rentals and take your houseboat out on the lakes and travel through locks and visit small towns in cottage country. Rcommend late June through the end of August (after that it gets quiet.) Best way to get Kawartha Dairy ice cream...
From NY and live in Colorado, I'd say both states are amazing in the fall. NorthEast US has colors people travel from all around the world to see. So yes, go to Maine. Same note, I'd also go to Colorado to see the pine trees in the fall. Equally breathtaking.
Catskills, the Adirondacks, New York State has some of the most picturesque fall colors stretched across its mountains and valleys. I also like Maine, but the mountains of New York State are the best for my money.
Wow, I've never seen a (bridge?) like that. Normal bridges bridge a gap, but that one seemed designed to raise you in elevation from what I could see in the video. Absolutely beautiful scenery. I've been to Japan briefly and I don't understand the fascination with cartoonish characters the whole school girl theme. But, to each their own IF it's not causing harm. I really enjoyed seeing your trip across Japan, great episodes.
there are some elevated motorway spiralling access roads in Italy which I hated, but they were miniscule comparing the one they drove. I would have lost my life. I hate heights, especially driving a van. Kudos for keeping your cool!
I had an absolutely wonderful time going up the Queensland Coast of Australia from Brisbane to Daintree National Park. Airlie Beach and the Great Barrier Reef was terrific. The Big4 Holiday Parks were a great place to stay along my route. The Whitsundays and Port Douglas areas were beautiful. I think you would enjoy this adventure.
I loved following this adventure! You guys brighten my Mondays ❤️ My parents went to New Zealand and rented a camper van many years ago... they loved the experience!
I live in Connecticut, and yes if all the weather conditions are right, ( proper rain fall, sustained cooling temperatures) the autumn colors in New England, and upstate New York, are just gorgeous. Plus, all the quaint New England towns have their own charm. Popular culture in Japan is certainly bizarre for us westerners. 😆
Another great video - you two always make it look fun wherever you go! I think once it's the three of you, NZ or Australia should be considered for a van series. Merry Christmas!
I loved this series, we would really love going to Japan and will even add a few nights in a van to the bucket list. Thanks guys you are so entertaining
I actually own one of these gorgeous little vans. We had ours imported from Japan to the UK and he's become such a hit in our town and everyone smiles and waves when we drive by. He might be slow, and slower uphill, but I can park anywhere and I absolute love it!
I found New Zealand to be very campervan friendly (much more than Australia). Many pubs with signs saying that free camping is ok (they hope you will have a meal and some bevvys while you are there)
Wow I love this content. I have been watching for a while now and I have enjoyed all of your videos. I would love to see more of Japan. This is the first video of Japan I’ve ever seen and it was fascinating. I loved seeing it through your eyes. Would love to see more! Congratulations on your pregnancy. Can’t wait to see him🤗
I love seeing you guys in Japan. Tokyo is one if my favorite cities in the world and I often revisit your old vlogs there. Sad to see you leaving. But on to the next adventure! 😎
I need to make it to Japan. Watching you two enjoy this unique country while showing off the beauty and special attractions in Japan is time well spent.
I grew up in New England...YES the fall absolutely rivals what I'm seeing on your video. Don't get me wrong, it's gorgeous where you are, but New England fall is breathtaking. 😀
Loved this one. You two always make me smile and lift my spirits, (the museum, haha, hilarious). You're always so happy and laughing, it's a tonic. Japan looks so beautiful, those colours - WOW thanks for sharing your journey 🥰
Thanks for sharing your fun & beautiful travels & how easily accommodating it is there & how you brilliantly made the best of it in your tiny van travels in Japan! 😂 💕Would love to see you travel around New Zealand, Africa, Norway or Iceland! GO Beans! 💫 Happy Christmas to you & warmest wishes for a brightly blessed New Year! 🔥✨❤️🎄🕊️✨🙏
What I love about Asian culture, especially Japanese is that it's all about respect. No rage raging, no over honking, no gun nuts.. can you imagine Japanese people visiting the USA? Culture shock indeed! Everyone does their part in Japan, it's about the whole, not the me. Wear masks, few chin diapers, and protect your fellow countrymen. I can't imagine them seeing foreigners not respecting each other. I wish more western countries looked to Japan as a model to aspire to. Glad you guys are having a great time.
You can get three autumns in New England! The colors change first in the north (New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont.) When these colors are at Peak, you can go south to Massachusetts where it will be 50/50 and then on to Connecticut where it will be two thirds green. River towns, Lakes, mountains, the ocean, forests. xoxo Suzi
I'm from the US. And I've been to Japan once. It's a unique beauty. Striking, subtly sneaks up on you because of the balance. I think that isn't always by happenstance. Kudos to the Japanese. I've been to Maine once as well. Maine is a rugged beauty. Different. Beautiful too. I can see why people would compare them in that they have exposed large rock outcroppings, but I wouldn't compare them. Both beautiful. I think Upstate New York has pretty fall color. Not sure about other New England-ish places. I live in an evergreen place, so ... I may not have enough experience to comment further. You guys have me mad about van life. Maybe when I retire I'll get one and head out on the open road. I have been a tent camper, but I like the drive up and sleep option you've showed us all. Thanks!!!
Great series, thanks Emma & Alex. Shuzenji during the Autumn "Koyo" season did look jaw-droppingly beautiful. I hope the rest of the Reproduction Process goes smoothly 🙏🤞
Malaysia is great! Im a yank living here 45 years. Made my first camper van here in 85. Since covid camping has taken off. Many campgrounds around Malaysia now. I have Seafarer campground in Malacca/Melaka. Lakes, Highlands, Seaside, Islands. Good roads n all speak english. Can rent motor homes n vans in kuala Lumpur. Love your vids! Left U.s in 77 but did have a van and went around U.S in my younger years. You'd like it here.
As a New englander myself sure my comment is biased but I tell it like it is and as beautiful as it is there and it really is beeathtaking I promise New England in the fall is even brighter with colored leaves and shallow creek beds and little lakes and ponds everywhere and Ik you both would absolutely love it. Plus the camper vans are bigger lol! What they do have that New England doesn’t is Onsens which Definately adds major bonus points to Japan. With that being said now that you’ve done the west coast van life in the US you MUST check out the east coast it really is brilliant from Maine to Key West.
Vermont and Virginia are beautiful in the fall. Anywhere near the Ozarks. We traveled through back in fall 2018, so gorgeous. Love the smell of the crispy leaves as well
Visit New Hampshire's north country in the early fall, the foliage changing colors starts up north first and moves south as temperatures decrease. You can ride the tramway to the summit of Cannon Mountain, drive to the summit of Mt Washington(highest wind speed ever recorded on the planet 231 MPH) on a clear, sunny day you can see all six NE states, drive the Kancamagus Highway, Route 302, Route 115 to Route 2 from Carol to Gorham, and Route 3 to Pittsburg, NH, Rt 3 in Pittsburg near the Connecticut Lakes is called Moose Alley, at dawn and dusk the moose are along the road.
Come to Canada best months are starting end of may through august. The capitol Ottawa and it's surrounding area's like Gatineau park are just absolutely stunning.
Japan is sensational for any sort of road trip. Van life or not. Supremely easy to get around, lots of cheap things to do and eat. It is amazing. We just keep going back for more. You could try Australia for van lifing. But renting a van is pretty expensive and so is camping in many places. You can't just pull up and park anywhere either but there a heaps of hipcamps.
Ok you have actually convinced us on cam life if Japan. We have researched but we will go for a better van. But your comment spa trip with van life confirmed it for us :)
The trip looks great but yes a bigger life van would be great, your van made me smile as I used to deliver washing machines and fridge freezer in and getting in to drive when 6.6ft 😀
I really enjoyed your van life in Japan series, so much fun. This series was so short. I feel there is so much to see in Japan. I think you just scratched the surface. Again, you have created another fun and laughable 😂 video. Just loved 🥰 it. Take care, be safe, take care of the coming baby. Love ❤️ ya.
I think Wisconsin is beautiful in peak color in fall, but yes, New England is absolutely breathtaking. New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine... must see.
I have watched few other videos of Tokyo and Japan and they really love waving whether you are entering or leaving a cafe, or even when the train is leaving the station.
Beautiful views! However I must add that I am from upstate NY USA & we border Vermont & I have to say that our fall scenery is the most beautiful of any I have ever seen. This fall being exceptionally beautiful… I hate winter because of the cold but I will not move because our fall months are so beautiful (fall is my favorite time)… you must visit here in the fall, you will not be disappointed!!!
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I lived and worked as a chef in Japan for 2 years, best time of my life so far. Watching videos like this breaks my heart because the beauty of Japan never ceases to amaze me, even after living there and having traveled there several times too.
It's a a heart-break that makes me smile though and I'm so glad you're enjoying Japan! Really is a place where you can visit time and time again without getting sick of the sights!
The hand slowly sliding down the shower door was classic 😂
😂 so glad someone noticed that one!!
I noticed too, oh Alex....you so funny...
I was going to comment as well then saw someone else had noticed. Alex has an excellent sense of humour.
@@TravelBeans definitely worth it! 🤣
Titanic will forever live in Alex 👍.
In answer to your question, New England in the fall DEFINITELY rivals the changing colors in Japan. Vermont particularly blew my mind. So lovely. Totally agree with you regarding Mount Fuji! It's cinematically beautiful. I get much the same buzz from Mount Shasta in CA, just such an iconic volcano and similarly, it really stands out against the surrounding landscape.
I would add the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to the list. The UP in the Fall is spectacular, especially around the many waterfalls, inland lakes and the coastal areas.
The chemtrails in USA are terrible. Talking about Mount Shasta, already in 2013, the test of the snow detected four times the amount of aluminium that should be there.
Boston in the Fall. Fantastic seafood and Italian food and the freedom trail. All with gorgeous colors and the ocean.
I live in North Carolina and the mountains, streams, and colors are the same, but the architecture and people are different and what make places so amazing ❤️ I think every place is unique in it's own way. It's about the adventure and I love watching yours.
I was also thinking it looks like a more tropical north carolina with different buildings and people
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Yes America has beautiful scenery too. The mountains and rivers and trees are gorgeous. And during fall the color change is breathtakingly amazeballs.
I would totally do a Tokyo van life but definitely would need a longer van! That's so tiny. I love that Tokyo had such clean and fresh amenities for people, very unique.
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In the mid-50s my military family was stationed in Tainan, Taiwan. As a family, we went to Toyoko on R and R. It was amazing to my sister and me as we saw so many things that were fascinating to us because in Tainan there were no TVs, Taxies and tall buildings at the time. I love watching your travels and since I can't go seeing you have fun is wonderful to me as well.
New Zealand is an epic van-life adventure country. We went from Auckland to Milford Sound via car, ferry and trains and had the trip of a lifetime.
To answer your 2 questions: 1. Yes, Vermont in autumn is SO MUCH more vibrant and colorful than you showed in this video! I say this having just done vanlife following autumn peak color through Vermont from the Canadian border to the Massachusetts border. I also kept going all the way to South Carolina by Thanksgiving, and nothing south of Vermont was remotely as pretty.
2. You should add vanlife New Zealand to your bucket list. NZ is very setup to cater to campervans like your UK van. Your first nights by the lake in Japan reminded me of many of the FREE Dept. of Conservation campsites in NZ, but the ones in NZ are actual secluded campsites, not city parking lots. I'm not sure any country can top NZ for vanlife.
As an Aussie I would definitely recommend Australia, but it is very big and in the red centre (desert country) preparation is very important. The desert is incredibly beautiful, but you need to be sensible. As a Maori whose father is from New Zealand, I have travelled through both the North and South Island... honestly absolutely stunning! My one issue is the tourist destinations can be expensive. I travelled with kids and many places made us pay children at adult prices. Then they made our children sit on our laps. We had enough and decided to do no more tours, we did only what we could find for free or at sensible prices. We had so much fun after that.
Traveled from Brisbane towards Cairns …loved it but didn’t realise hoe big the East coast is. Cannot wait to go back.
Tokyo is just such an eclectic mix of the old, the new and the downright bizarre. I just love Japan and can't wait to go back. Okonomiyaki is like one of my favourite things, had a real jealousy pang there! The kei camper was cute if not entirely practical, my camper is a JDM import but it's a bit bigger than that thankfully!
The test for a Japanese Drivers License is on a professional level. They give tickets for not using turn signal. This is civilization.😊
I almost got into a fatal crash because someone ran a red light, we have four police stations in my town. Not a cop in sight 🙄🙃
Sounds like British cops, violent crime goes unpunished and people can deal drugs all they like,but woe betide your conifers get too tall 😂
Van life in New Zealand!
@@sallyloomis417 is it just Australia where backpackers get fatally mugged and bummed then ? 😹
They will be quite suprise in Spain, I have feeling that here just Spaniards remove the light once they will get the car, basically noone use the turn signal here.
Japan does have some very colorful trees, especially the red maple. But the beauty is in their garden combinations for maximum effect.
Been watching you guys since the vet start. Congratulations on the pregnancy!! We just did our first round of fertility treatment! Fingers crossed
Thank you so much! Keeping everything crossed for you and your pregnancy journey! 🙏💕
😆I believe you both were taken away to a different planet while you slept! Thank you both for being so adventurous and taking us with you! Love you both! 💖Stay safe!
😂 thanks Rick!
Think about travelling around South Africa in a van.. Places like the Kruger National Park, the Garden Route, Western Cape (Table Mountain, the winelands, beaches), then the Karoo.. Being able to travel and stop - you wont be disappointed..
How wonderful to see Japan again. I used to do trade shows in Japan then tour about. I have always been amazed at the amenities they offer when travelling. Now I am a senior I can visit virtually along with you.
Emma you are simply glowing as you grow that baby inside you. Babies are such miracles. Enjoy every moment. ♥️
In my younger days I travelled extensively, over 90 countries and two circumnavigations but now at 81 I just have to enjoy watching you two travelling, enjoying different cultures and having fun. One country I have not visited but would like to is Iceland. How about you take us there? Regards Michael
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Your favourite Memory?
@@irenedavo3768 On a slight diversion, 30 or so years ago I met a chap on a train who was in his 90s and travelling to London to get his portrait painted. I bought him a coffee and asked what his earliest memory was. He said it was the soldiers parading on Wimbledon Common (South London) in their red uniforms . For the 2nd Boer War in 1901. Scary.
Every time you show a full shot of the van in a parking spot, I can’t help but FULL BELLY LAUGH 😆
Shuzenji!!! Yes! And now I want to go to Tokyo which I never did before. I think the poop museum is now a top ‘to-do’ list item. Thanks you guys!
Haha thank you! Tokyo really is a fantastic city - we’d highly recommend visiting!
Are you sure it isn’t #2 on your list? Ha ha
@@lizzyimberi9261 I’m so disappointed that I didn’t think of that!
I’m from New England, New Hampshire specifically. The foliage there is quite spectacular. I have yet to visit Japan so I can’t compare the two but I believe a trip to New England would not disappoint. I must say that you are easily my favorite travel channel- thanks for showing me the world in your especially entertaining way.
While Mt Fuji is indeed a beautiful sight to behold, Mt Rainier, located just 55 miles from downtown Seattle in Washington State is over 2, 000 feet taller and is visible from both Seattle and Tacoma.
You guys survived your adventure of "Honey I shrunk the Van" series!! I imagine when you venture out in your "normal" size van it will seem more like a mansion. Can't wait for your next adventure.
I’m from Japan and live in US. I did RVing the last three years in US and Baja. I always thought that van life in Japan will be great because we have hot springs and convenient stores with great foods everywhere. I agree with Ema about maid cafes. It’s kind a creepy with Lolita complex culture many Japanese men embrace which I don’t understand. Thank you for doing van life in Japan and sharing your experiences.
Hey Alex & Emma, you two are very adorable! Can you try again camper van in Japan, this time with Noah? Love to hear (watch) your experience.
Oh, you *MUST* do vanlife in New Zealand! Really truly, you will love it! Extraordinary scenery, amazing services and accommodation, lovely people - my FAVOURITE country for vanlife, hands-down! Thanks for your very interesting Tokyo experiences - must make a note of those Internet Cafe's.
i like the Titanic Hand in the shower lol! Classic!😂
A side of Japan that doesn’t get shown here in the states. It was beautiful and also all the fun things you got to do.
Always relaxing for him,you always drive 😂😂😂😂
You guys are so much fun. I love watching you travel.
Yes! Maine, NH, Vermont can rival those colors in October-November. 😊
Absolutely would do van life in Japan, after watching your series, but definitely not in THAT van! 🤣
Awesome as always Beans! 💚
New England in the fall is unrivaled. Its my favorite fall destination to travel. The coastline is spectacular.
This is the first time I have watched you guys …I loved every minute of it …you have such a brilliant style and a wicked sense of humour… brilliant travelogue …I am hooked… thank for allowing us to share your travels… brilliantly brilliant .
Big like 👍. The Japan van life series was amazing. Thanks 😊 for sharing this experience with us.
I loved driving through Japan when we lived there, especially the mountains and countryside. Even getting lost could be fun. We lived in Sasebo, by Nagasaki, for 8 years and loved it!
We drove through Shikoku and had a puncture on a lonely mountain pass, no spare tire, fixing set did not work, it was raining, almost night. On a Sunday. Without phone reception. We hiked up the mountain for reception and got rescued by a friendly Japanese team. And just needed to pay for replacement tire... I just love Japan!
The people were so kind and caring! We’ve been back in the US for a little over a year and it’s been an adjustment for sure! I always said living in Japan made me want to be a better person
Best one yet, what an amazing experience, nearly 'peed' myself laughing over the 'poo palace', thank you Beans for a great vlog. 🦘🦘🤠
I had no idea that van life would be so easy in Japan. Everyone has told me in the past how expensive Japan was, and not to go, but maybe that isn't true anymore. I would love to go explore Japan.
I'm over 30 years living in Japan but I always learn something cool from young people who come here to travel. Think I'll check out that Customa Cafe soon. Cheers!
New Zealand sounds and looks interesting to try van life ;)
Delightful Beans! Timed properly and over 3-4 weeks, a fantastic loop from NYC, starting in upstate NY, (the Finger Lakes area are my fave), through Vermont via covered bridges, New Hampshire's awesome landscapes and on into Maine will deliver a psycedelic kaleidoscope of color and delicious seasonal food. (Don't forget to visit Acadia National Park and try the blueberry pie!!) Head south along the coast for a Halloween stop in Salem MA, then shoot for Newport RI, Meander along Connecticut's coast, and you're back into NYC. It's possible to travel with the leaves as they change from colder and higher inland elevations, toward the warmer coastline. It's truly a thing to behold!
I'm not saying they compare to mount Fuji but several of the mountains in Washington and Oregon have a similar effect even being part of a range, they're so big compared to the ones next to them it looks like they're alone . Mainly mount hood in Oregon and mount rainier in Washington
That’s great to hear! Both Oregon and Washington are high on our US wish list for upcoming trips there 😍
@@TravelBeans I'm a barber in Vancouver WA so when you do come if you happen to need a hair cut message me and I'll gladly hook you up
Canadian here and the Fall colours are very similar to Japan... the difference is that our landscape is much wilder, less manicured. Obviously the architecture is significantly different but New England and Atlantic Canada has its own charm. For something completely different, why not take "van life" out on the water and rent a houseboat and tour the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario (Canada). Check out Egan Houseboats or R&R Houseboats. You can do 3-day or 7 day rentals and take your houseboat out on the lakes and travel through locks and visit small towns in cottage country. Rcommend late June through the end of August (after that it gets quiet.) Best way to get Kawartha Dairy ice cream...
From NY and live in Colorado, I'd say both states are amazing in the fall. NorthEast US has colors people travel from all around the world to see. So yes, go to Maine. Same note, I'd also go to Colorado to see the pine trees in the fall. Equally breathtaking.
Catskills, the Adirondacks, New York State has some of the most picturesque fall colors stretched across its mountains and valleys. I also like Maine, but the mountains of New York State are the best for my money.
Japan is certainly a different sort of culture! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
May God continue to bless y’all and keep you in His loving care 🛐❤️🛐
I have been watching you crazy beans for a long time and I don’t think I have ever seen you looking so happy. Emma, you are absolutely glowing.
Wow, I've never seen a (bridge?) like that. Normal bridges bridge a gap, but that one seemed designed to raise you in elevation from what I could see in the video. Absolutely beautiful scenery. I've been to Japan briefly and I don't understand the fascination with cartoonish characters the whole school girl theme. But, to each their own IF it's not causing harm. I really enjoyed seeing your trip across Japan, great episodes.
there are some elevated motorway spiralling access roads in Italy which I hated, but they were miniscule comparing the one they drove. I would have lost my life. I hate heights, especially driving a van. Kudos for keeping your cool!
@@CLFL14256 I don't mind heights, but I suspect that one would have rattled me a bit. lol
I had an absolutely wonderful time going up the Queensland Coast of Australia from Brisbane to Daintree National Park. Airlie Beach and the Great Barrier Reef was terrific. The Big4 Holiday Parks were a great place to stay along my route. The Whitsundays and Port Douglas areas were beautiful. I think you would enjoy this adventure.
I loved following this adventure! You guys brighten my Mondays ❤️
My parents went to New Zealand and rented a camper van many years ago... they loved the experience!
I just watched titanic so the hand on the glass in the shower really made me giggle 🤭 🤣
I never tough of visitingJapan in a van . Thank you for this video
I live in Connecticut, and yes if all the weather conditions are right, ( proper rain fall, sustained cooling temperatures) the autumn colors in New England, and upstate New York, are just gorgeous. Plus, all the quaint New England towns have their own charm.
Popular culture in Japan is certainly bizarre for us westerners. 😆
Everything is done with such pride and care in Japan, food from corner shops looks like restaurant quality here.
Another great video - you two always make it look fun wherever you go! I think once it's the three of you, NZ or Australia should be considered for a van series. Merry Christmas!
Yes, except Australia is getting more and more restrictive for van life, I'm envious of Japan's attitude.
Thanks guys, that was very entertaining and educational, BRAVO! 🤣💖
I loved this series, we would really love going to Japan and will even add a few nights in a van to the bucket list. Thanks guys you are so entertaining
I actually own one of these gorgeous little vans. We had ours imported from Japan to the UK and he's become such a hit in our town and everyone smiles and waves when we drive by. He might be slow, and slower uphill, but I can park anywhere and I absolute love it!
What kind of van is it I'm looking to trade my built Astro for one
@@Experiment626XxX mine is a converted Suzuki Every Carry
I found New Zealand to be very campervan friendly (much more than Australia). Many pubs with signs saying that free camping is ok (they hope you will have a meal and some bevvys while you are there)
Merry Christmas 🎄
Wow I love this content. I have been watching for a while now and I have enjoyed all of your videos. I would love to see more of Japan. This is the first video of Japan I’ve ever seen and it was fascinating. I loved seeing it through your eyes. Would love to see more! Congratulations on your pregnancy. Can’t wait to see him🤗
I love seeing you guys in Japan. Tokyo is one if my favorite cities in the world and I often revisit your old vlogs there. Sad to see you leaving. But on to the next adventure! 😎
I need to make it to Japan. Watching you two enjoy this unique country while showing off the beauty and special attractions in Japan is time well spent.
Would’ve loved you guys to try our Camping Vans. Spacious and with much better designs.
What a Bonkers city !!! Fuji looked awesome 👍
I grew up in New England...YES the fall absolutely rivals what I'm seeing on your video. Don't get me wrong, it's gorgeous where you are, but New England fall is breathtaking. 😀
Loved this one. You two always make me smile and lift my spirits, (the museum, haha, hilarious). You're always so happy and laughing, it's a tonic. Japan looks so beautiful, those colours - WOW thanks for sharing your journey 🥰
Thanks for sharing your fun & beautiful travels & how easily accommodating it is there & how you brilliantly made the best of it in your tiny van travels in Japan! 😂 💕Would love to see you travel around New Zealand, Africa, Norway or Iceland! GO Beans! 💫 Happy Christmas to you & warmest wishes for a brightly blessed New Year! 🔥✨❤️🎄🕊️✨🙏
Hi Beans, wow;what a great video and thank you for the Tokyo tour.)🚐🤗
You can use cheap shower caps to cover the bottom of your shoes to help keep the dirt & sand out of your vehicle
What I love about Asian culture, especially Japanese is that it's all about respect. No rage raging, no over honking, no gun nuts.. can you imagine Japanese people visiting the USA? Culture shock indeed! Everyone does their part in Japan, it's about the whole, not the me. Wear masks, few chin diapers, and protect your fellow countrymen. I can't imagine them seeing foreigners not respecting each other. I wish more western countries looked to Japan as a model to aspire to.
Glad you guys are having a great time.
You can get three autumns in New England! The colors change first in the north (New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont.) When these colors are at Peak, you can go south to Massachusetts where it will be 50/50 and then on to Connecticut where it will be two thirds green. River towns, Lakes, mountains, the ocean, forests. xoxo Suzi
Thanks for sharing the video. I am crossing Eurasia on a camping car, and I should go to Japan when I go back to Korea.
Maine New Hampshire and Eastern Canada has the best fall colours by far. Incredible range of almost neon colours.
I'm from the US. And I've been to Japan once. It's a unique beauty. Striking, subtly sneaks up on you because of the balance. I think that isn't always by happenstance. Kudos to the Japanese. I've been to Maine once as well. Maine is a rugged beauty. Different. Beautiful too. I can see why people would compare them in that they have exposed large rock outcroppings, but I wouldn't compare them. Both beautiful. I think Upstate New York has pretty fall color. Not sure about other New England-ish places. I live in an evergreen place, so ... I may not have enough experience to comment further. You guys have me mad about van life. Maybe when I retire I'll get one and head out on the open road. I have been a tent camper, but I like the drive up and sleep option you've showed us all. Thanks!!!
Great series, thanks Emma & Alex. Shuzenji during the Autumn "Koyo" season did look jaw-droppingly beautiful. I hope the rest of the Reproduction Process goes smoothly 🙏🤞
Malaysia is great! Im a yank living here 45 years. Made my first camper van here in 85. Since covid camping has taken off. Many campgrounds around Malaysia now. I have Seafarer campground in Malacca/Melaka. Lakes, Highlands, Seaside, Islands. Good roads n all speak english. Can rent motor homes n vans in kuala Lumpur.
Love your vids! Left U.s in 77 but did have a van and went around U.S in my younger years. You'd like it here.
you guys are looking great. I hope Em is feeling well as she progresses. Happy 2023:)
Awesome 👏 video! 💕💕thank you for taking me along this fun and entertaining van travels in Japan! 🙏🙏🙌🙌Mt Fuji and Japan on my bucket list for sure! 😀😀
As a New englander myself sure my comment is biased but I tell it like it is and as beautiful as it is there and it really is beeathtaking I promise New England in the fall is even brighter with colored leaves and shallow creek beds and little lakes and ponds everywhere and Ik you both would absolutely love it. Plus the camper vans are bigger lol! What they do have that New England doesn’t is Onsens which Definately adds major bonus points to Japan. With that being said now that you’ve done the west coast van life in the US you MUST check out the east coast it really is brilliant from Maine to Key West.
Canada!! You must come here, you'll love it wherever you go. East coast or west coast, even the middle. It's all awesome.
Love watching you guys , all the best from Scotland
just love you two.... you always put a smile on my face.....Japan is very beautiful and thankyou for that trip.....take care
$17.6 per night 7:13 parking 16:25 $20 bucks shower all you can eat rice curry , laundry room 4 sleep , 3 hours
Vermont and Virginia are beautiful in the fall. Anywhere near the Ozarks. We traveled through back in fall 2018, so gorgeous. Love the smell of the crispy leaves as well
Visit New Hampshire's north country in the early fall, the foliage changing colors starts up north first and moves south as temperatures decrease. You can ride the tramway to the summit of Cannon Mountain, drive to the summit of Mt Washington(highest wind speed ever recorded on the planet 231 MPH) on a clear, sunny day you can see all six NE states, drive the Kancamagus Highway, Route 302, Route 115 to Route 2 from Carol to Gorham, and Route 3 to Pittsburg, NH, Rt 3 in Pittsburg near the Connecticut Lakes is called Moose Alley, at dawn and dusk the moose are along the road.
Come to Canada best months are starting end of may through august. The capitol Ottawa and it's surrounding area's like Gatineau park are just absolutely stunning.
Japan is sensational for any sort of road trip. Van life or not. Supremely easy to get around, lots of cheap things to do and eat. It is amazing. We just keep going back for more.
You could try Australia for van lifing. But renting a van is pretty expensive and so is camping in many places. You can't just pull up and park anywhere either but there a heaps of hipcamps.
Ok you have actually convinced us on cam life if Japan. We have researched but we will go for a better van. But your comment spa trip with van life confirmed it for us :)
The trip looks great but yes a bigger life van would be great, your van made me smile as I used to deliver washing machines and fridge freezer in and getting in to drive when 6.6ft 😀
yes to Japan, Wow! It's beautiful. No to that tiny van! Hope all is well with the baby. Love your videos.
Come to Switzerland in the fall is very beautiful
I really enjoyed your van life in Japan series, so much fun. This series was so short. I feel there is so much to see in Japan. I think you just scratched the surface. Again, you have created another fun and laughable 😂 video. Just loved 🥰 it. Take care, be safe, take care of the coming baby. Love ❤️ ya.
I think Wisconsin is beautiful in peak color in fall, but yes, New England is absolutely breathtaking. New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine... must see.
I have watched few other videos of Tokyo and Japan and they really love waving whether you are entering or leaving a cafe, or even when the train is leaving the station.
Loved the Japan van trip. Very interesting and way more assessable then I thought.
This was a wonderful series to watch. I loved it. Live confidently and peacefully. Never fear your dreams.
I watched this whole series and everytime I saw that tine van I put on the biggest SMILE
Beautiful views! However I must add that I am from upstate NY USA & we border Vermont & I have to say that our fall scenery is the most beautiful of any I have ever seen. This fall being exceptionally beautiful… I hate winter because of the cold but I will not move because our fall months are so beautiful (fall is my favorite time)… you must visit here in the fall, you will not be disappointed!!!
Loved your video. The exploration, the van and all of your laughter. Enjoy your travel!
That was so funny. Camping in a small camper van in the most densely populated city in the world. Super cool.👍😊
I'm watching this in July 2024, and for a moment there I thought you had left Noah in the van while you went into the family Mart. Hahahaha