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I loved the moment when the kid asked him if he was an influencer and it immediately triggered some sort of trauma response in him that made him say "I am RUclipsr. Abroad in Japan". Absolutely incredible, life really does come full circle sometimes.
@@LiIBeary back in the old days, when he was still relatively new in Japan by current standards, he once did a TV interview. I don't want to spoil what happens exactly but it was sort of an all-time iconic channel moment. The video where he talks about it should be an older Q&A but if you search up "abroad in japan tv interview" it's probably also the first thing to come up.
Hey Chris! I’m a surf coach from the uk and have been watching your videos for years and it really made my day to see you trying surfing. It’s impact is so positive for your mental and physical health. Nothing better than being in the water!
As a Swede I was thinking "how did he manage to find a Swede living abroad and of an age where you can surf that can't speak English well??" (I feel like only very old and very young Swedes speak English so badly it's hard to communicate with them). And then he showed Felix, I was so fooled haha (Also, Jürgen is more like a German name, no ü in Swedish, but maybe that was part of the joke. Otheriwse, it should've been more like Jörgen.)
The Jurgen reveal. I was all like "Oh how cool he's connecting with people and staying humble and doesn't want to let the guy know he's a youtuber yet"
I loved this vlog. Not to offend, as I love most all of your content, but this one has been the most real vlog you have done in a while. No skits or acting. Just the real deal of life in Tokyo. Loved it. 10 out of 10.
I'm lucky to have a lot of help editing these days, such as Dave and Paul. But I still get stuck in where I can - there's so much scope for creativity.
That timeline is a bit of a disaster lol. I’m assuming it was handed off hence the offline media? Gotta organize your tracks son, makes it way more manageable
It is so surreal to me having watched Pewdiepie for years and then watching Chris for years; the two are now sharing the same space and doing things together. Time and life are really such strange things indeed. This video was absolutely wonderful!
I was even thinking earlier in the video, when he was talking about living in Tokyo, wouldn't it be funny if he knew Pewdiepie. Then I was "nah, Tokyo is the most populated city on the planet. It's not very likely."
i know chris and felix have been hanging out a lot in japan and whenever he appears on chris' videos and chris appears on pewd's vlogs it always gives me the same exitement as seeing a stan lee cameo years back
It's just nice to see people you like hanging out with other people you like because you know they're probably having a good time and you can get a little vicarious joy out of it. 😊 I kinda got fed up with Felix years ago, but it's like he really became someone different when he moved to Japan and just started casually vlogging. I'm really glad to see it. It's almost like having the original Felix back, from when I subbed at like 30k, but older and wiser. I don't think living in California was good for him, there's a lot of toxic juju in the social/celeb scene down there and I think it's taken two country moves since then to shake it off.
@@Felice_Enellen It's a day in the life video of Chris, that's why people call it a cameo of pewdiepie not a "collab". An actual collab is two content creators getting together specifically to film a video that will feature them doing a specific activity, clearly going surfing is a daily bonding activity of Chris and Felix that just so happens to be featured here and not a collab video. Can't believe i have to spell all that out for you. 🤦🤦
I have been a video editor for TV news for about 9 years now. I am used to seeing my project timeline filled with anxiety and regret along multiple clips and effects that take a decade to render. I am always just impressed with others do with their timelines in Avid, Final Cut, Davinci Resolve, or any other NLE. I have been watching and enjoying your videos for the past month in preparation for a trip to Japan with friends in July. Not only have your videos been informative, I also enjoy the content and how your shots are presented. Thank you for presenting your viewers with a brief looking to your daily life in Tokyo!
Chris living the good life. Living in Tokyo, hanging out with Felix, JPY3000 cherries, using cat butt scissors on food. The Abroad in Japan life feat. Sharla with special guest Pewdiepie. Just loving it!
This may very well be my new favorite abroad in Japan video. Feels so natural while also being semi scripted and high quality. Would love to see more videos in this vein of “vlog/exploring/routines.” Good stuff, Chris!
I think your relationship with Felix is wholesome it must be hard for someone like him to just switch off and not be hassled by people and to have a genuine friend to just vibe with
@@driesjansen3273 I'm still not sure if it's felix. Could just be a coincidence because there are lots of people out there who look alike/similar to each other😁 Can't count how many people on the streets look similar to celebs/youtubers or other content creators 😆
it's nice to see you highlighting the contrast between the chaotic, almost overwhelming image of tokyo with the reality of living in a quaint residential neighbourhood not too far from the busiest parts of the city i've been living in the northern edge of meguro for the past year and it's so nice being surrounded by trees while living walking distance from shibuya and shimokitazawa
The music in your videos is what sets you apart and really keeps me coming back to your channel. Thanks for all the solo man hours you put into it! It doesn't go unnoticed!
I have been watching both Chris and Felix for years now, since 2012 for Felix and 2015 for Chris, this has to be the best and most unexpected collaboration between RUclipsrs I have seen. I just never thought two of my favorite RUclipsrs would even meet.
This video is perfection. 1. The throwback style + music to the 'Day in my Life' video from 5 years ago. 2. The beautiful shots of the peaceful places around the city and the stunning night shots 3. Seeing you have a much healthier lifestyle and better work-life balance 4. Sharla + cats... This was such a wholesome video without even trying to be, warmed my heart as a long-time fan, so happy for you Chris! I'm inspired to spend my free time carefully and do things that make me happy. :)
Seeing the beauty of Japan through your eyes and ears is an experience every time you post a video. My wife and I are thinking about going to Japan for about 2 weeks because of your videos. You have shown us just how stunningly the country is. Thank you for your videos and allowing us into your life and journey through Japan!!
I like these semi unscripted, grab my camera and just explore something videos the most. Been following you since the Mt.Fuji video so this feels very old school!
So a typical day consists of 3 hour editing then a day full of fun? Playing with cats, walking around Tokyo, going surfing, dinner with the gf then going to the city to film? Man you live well.
@@greysfreak1992 Sorry if I said smth wrong, but I also have friends who work and still play, not every day. It is how u manage your time and priorities. I might not know the real struggles of working people as I am still in uni.
@@pulkitbhargava6613Even if you manage your time properly, you might not be able to have the luxury “to play” every day or every other day. Like OP said, Chris is pretty fortunate he doesn’t have to do too much work each day and has the time to enjoy the things he likes.
Throughout the years I’ve watched your videos, I’ve always noted how much I appreciated your sound design. Just your attention to sound. The amount of RUclips videos I’ve seen without ANY sound balancing…RIP headphone users. Keep up the top-notch work!
This is easily one of the greatest videos you've put out in terms of overall material. From the cat, to the surfing, to freakin PEWd. My god. And I'm only halfway through this video.
Honestly and genuinely I think the best youtube sponsorship i've seen in years. Always loved your music and audio and now I know where you get it. Cant wait to try out their service. Hope they continue to work with you.
I wholeheartedly support this movement, let's stop pretending anyone actually has a good morning routine, as long as you're remotely concious and look somewhat alive by 9am I'd call that a success
@@Jordan-inJapan Modern Japan is a sad, depraved, depressed, hypocritical, and constantly self-conflicting cesspool with little to no resemblance of humanity left. It is a country which focuses on the microscopical details and rules instead of tackling the grand, overarching core issues which have been rotting away for decades. It's people lack any semblance of humanity, energy and warmth. They are apathetic to each other as they drown in their own misery. Things like this should not be happening in a civilized country and nation. How can Japan be such an unstable, crazy, violent and utterly animalistic country? This criminal should be executed to set an example and warn those who try to perform such disgusting acts. When will Japan recover from this malaise, it is Asia's sick man now. How disgraceful and pathetic. Where are the politicians and leaders who set out to change and improve modern Japanese society so people are happier and mentally healthy??? This has been going on for too long, something must be done! The blind cannot lead the blind. Japan needs another Fukuzawa Yukichi or another great figure to lead the nation to a better place.😢😢😢
People who work mornings usually have a pretty solid morning routine, especially if you work retail lol. Customers ain't gonna wait for you to wake up after all.
@@norasyikinali6283 And if you have a dog that needs to be walked and kids who need to be fed and sent to school etc, then you probably have a REALLY solid morning routine… but then you’re probably too busy to be video-blogging it! 😆
@@norasyikinali6283I used to have a good morning routine, but then shift work in retail happened and my routine is messed up. I would kill for a 9 to 5 job, shift work and late nights are havoc on my routine (I still naturally wake up at 6:30 regardless of bed time).
imagine walking around a modern city in back alleys and places like that with expensive camera equipment, by yourself, and not seeming to have a worry in the world. THAT'S the most amazing thing in this video.
@@alexcarter8807, most cities in the USA are NOT like that. America is massive and contains many more cities in it than japan. These comparisons are silly. Most film crews and people are just fine walking around. Most cities are not LA, Detroit and NYC. Stop judging an entire nation based on a few crappy large cities that are out of control lol
As someone born in Kamakura, raised near Enoshima, worked in the UK, and now living in East Tokyo, I couldn’t stop smiling. Thanks for your great vid neighbor!
Hey Chris! I know this will probably get lost in the sea of comments, but I just wanted to thank you for being a huge inspiration in my life! You've quite literally changed my life. I've been watching Abroad in Japan for years and when you mentioned the Keio Plaza Hotel I thought it was funny because I'm coming to Japan soon as an ALT, and will in fact be staying there through the JET Program. I actually first learned about them through you and your early RUclips videos. And I'm happy to say I got shortlisted for the JET Program and just graduated with my bachelor's degree last month. I'll be arriving in Japan in August, and I wouldn't have this opportunity without you. Truly earned the title of Mr. Affable. Thank you, Chris!
Love your videos but got to say watching you take hold of your health and fitness is really inspiring! I've got a chronic illness that has made me disabled and limits my mobility. I've set a big goal of doing a 100km hike in Spain in 4 years time. I'm working with a physio to slowly build up my leg strength and capacity to walk, just got a pedometer last week and am managing 3000 steps most days. To hear you say "lets try to fit in 10 000 steps" so casually is very impressive! I see my physio next Saturday and we're increasing to 5000 steps. Looking forward to catching up to your 10 000!
It's been 5 years since Chris's last day in life video and the last time he won a massive fucking award, can't wait to see what crazy stuff happens this time. P.S. Congratulations on the move to Tokyo!
One of my most favorite videos you have made yet! I really enjoy seeing what it could be like to live in an area like Tokyo. I live in a rural part of USA New England, but my hobby is bonsai and I love learning about Japanese life and culture past and present. This is just a glimpse and I appreciate you sharing!
Skilled cinematography? Action packed surfing scenes that look straight out of Point Break? Mouth watering home cooked meal? moldy cherries? my word Mr Affable strikes again with another classic Been a fan for years mate, awesome work !!
Been a fan for 10 amazing years now, and your videos never fail to bring a smile to my face. Thanks for taking us along on your Tokyo adventure and bringing Japan to life for me, who still couldn't visit Japan 🥲I also wanted to say how thrilled I am about your engagement to my other favorite RUclipsr who creates awesome content about Japan. It's mind-blowing and heartwarming to see two of my favorite creators finding love together:)) Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness and more incredible adventures! Keep up the fantastic work! 🙌🎉🇯🇵
A huge thanks for the kind words and for sticking around all these years! 🙏 It's certainly funny how things turn out - I've been pretty damn lucky, haha.
Really cool to see Chris interacting more with the locals! In a lot of the previous videos it kinda felt like Chris was avoiding talking with others. A simple conversation really helps to improve the atmosphere of the film in my opinion!
He's said that his conversation skills in Japanese aren't that great considering how long he's been in Japan so that's probably why he avoids the locals.
This video was a surprisingly nice change of pace🤩 Love seeing you more mellowed out, and just talking about japan in different places in tokyo. Your editing skills are out in full force as the editing is immaculate. The production value your videos have never cease to amaze me. Thanks for all your hard work, Chris! 🧡
I feel like this is a victory lap for Abroad in Japan, having followed this channel for years. Meanwhile, if you do want to jazz up your future salads, making your own dressings with recipes like on Pinterest can make a huge difference. Different ones bring out different flavors. I hope you have fun. :)
Ah Chris mate, do I agree with you there. An escape to nature, for a hike, a boat or canoe ride, a bonfire amongst the woods, etcetera, it always eases my soul and being. I just got done being on vacation, camping and doing most of exactly that a few days ago. Wishing Father Time could let me redo that from last Wednesday. 😩
As someone who’s also been pushed to become healthier after a bad recent health checkup it’s great to see how many positive changes you made. Consistency is key 😎 Also, will Taken for Garnted ever see the light of day Chris???
Consistency, and eliminating sugar and carbs out of his diet. It would also help if he did KETO or carnivore for awhile, and started eating only one large meal a day.
@@remyllebeau77 NO, no, and NOOO, your advice is HORRIBLE holy fuck. Leave the dieting tips to the professionals! Only one large meal a day?? Seriously that's literally the opposite of what should be done if you want to get to and maintain a healthy weight! Also, regular people should NOT be doing KETO!! It was developed for epileptics to help manage and control seizures by regulating what was in their system!! People need to stop following fad diets and diet info from tiktok. SMH. By the way, you CANNOT completely eliminate sugars from your diet, almost everything has natural sugars in it. And both sugars and carbs are healthy in moderation. THAT is what is key, not fad diets and bullshit info like you're spouting. MODERATION and consistency. Truly, consistency is the ONLY thing you're right about.
@@remyllebeau77Everyone's body is different. While there are generak benefits to what you recommending, everyone deals with changing diets differently especially if you don't know what he wants to achieve and his exercise plan.
I genuinely think this is my favourite abroad in Japan video I cant really say why something about the vibe while still holding amazing production quality. Note: I've watched every video.
Absolute gold moments in this video. Chris questioning Maro, and Maro explaining, and Sharla's reaction when she found out Chris was cooking her something :)
Your content somehow gets better and better yet more transparent the longer you do this, and it feels increasingly genuine with every upload. Keep it up Chris, you’re doing amazing!
I loved this chill vlog-style video. Whether your traveling across Japan or taking it easy in Tokyo your filmmaking makes every video so enjoyable to watch. I’d love to see a night out in Tokyo with Sharla, Pete, Natsuki, Ryotaro, or the Trash Taste boys. I really liked that night life video you made in Sendai with Ryotaro.
Watching their old videos when they were younger, you can see how much they supported each other while being in a foreign country. Now they're engaged. Happy for them to find each other overseas.
Mentioning sound design actually made a lot of sense, because that opening for Journey across Japan is simply perfect. It's the exact right length, it's peppy, it's not overplayed, it's transitioned into and out of super well always. Honestly I wouldn't even have known the jingle was royalty free, if I hadn't stumbled across it in some other random RUclips video.
I think the AIJ channel has done very well in sound design in particular. Every video delivers a level of quality not otherwise present in vlog/commentary channels. Sound is very important to keep videos consistent, expensive tool doesn't a master make.
I fell in love with tokyo through walking around aimlessly and stumbling through residential areas. And as Chris says, the city is a hectic, crowded mess, if you go to where the crowds are. But once you leave the chaos behind and trudge through the residential areas, there's an incredible sense of stillness that I haven't seen in any other cities that are close to the size of Tokyo.
Osaka has that even around the city center during business hours (it actually gets more crowded in the evening). In Tokyo you have to go either really far from downtown or deep into the back alleys to find respite from the throngs.
I've been watching Abroad in Japan for the best part of six years now and I reckon this might be one of if not the best videos you've done. It's of course always about the amazing places that you are going to and the activities you are doing that inspire the imagination of those who love Japan but have either never been or don't live there and thus rarely have the privilege to witness. BUT this video is special because it is purely just about you and getting to know more about the person that has been on our screen all this time. so authentic and personal. Loved it
Just wanted to say and I'm sure you've heard it before, but thank you for making this channel. It's a personal stress reliever for me seeing my own personal dream of exploring Japan lived and documented so well. You guys are very entertaining and I wish you all the success.
oh my goodness Chris when at 22:10 you were casually like “ let’s see if we can do shinjuku justice and take a tour” i was BLOWN AWAY by the combination of the music and the visuals. stunned. Justice indeed 🙌🙌
Wow, I've never seen anyone film a DITL vlog as if it was actually a cinematic documentary, not to mention all the muted color-grading going on in the Shinjuku area! Superb vlog, 10/10, would love to see more DITL vlogs in the future!
I really miss these kind of homey videos! I love your current ones, but they're always so action packed and full of energy, which is nice, but it's also great to have some downtime vids like you doing casual stuff. Loved this Chris!
I'm sure it wasn't easy to shoot, but the surfing part was really cool! Who knew you could do that in Tokyo? Always assumed it was all boat traffic, no beaches. Also, that dinner was fine for a quick homemade dish! Glad to see the cats here too. My 2 cats are the same: love playtime, and howling for attention when you're out of sight!
The surfing community is present in Tokyo but it’s actually about an hour train ride to enoshima from Tokyo, and I can’t think of any beaches closer that you could surf on.
Man is living the dream. Casually chilling with a cute cat, walking around, doing some work and going for a surf and just generally vibing. Good on you, Chris!
Love seeing what's changed and what's stayed the same since your last "Day in the Life" video. The personal and professional growth - it's staggering and it's so cool we're on this journey with you!
Living in Tokyo must be like a dystopian-dream-come-true for you Chris. You can just pop down to Shinjuku and film all the Blade Runner-esque footage you wish. I really liked the cinematic style of that part of the video :)
The sound production of your videos is definitely a top reason why I like your content. Like you said it is often overlooked. But I think you excel at the sound design for your content. Here is too many more!
I first heard about the JET Programme on this channel about 2 years ago, and now I'm getting ready to go to Japan as an ALT in August. I'd always vaguely wanted to go to Japan but your videos made me realise it's something I definitely needed to do. Thanks Chris :)
Loved the nighttime footage of Shinjuku! Also where I spent my first night in Japan and holds a special place in my heart. That shot at 22:10 is my favourite.
Hearing Chris go on about his cat and miraculous allergic recovery reminds me of when I heard rumors of that parasite cats give off that can make humans love them
Glad to see that Chris has really put the work in improving his health. Really enjoyed the tour and the Felix cameo! I feel like it would be cool to see some more stuff about Osaka
Man, you did Shinjuku justice with those shots and that music! The city looked like something out of an 80's City Pop music video. I tend to romanticize that vision of Japanese cities, mainly because I associate it with old anime I grew up watching late at night so it's really nostalgic, and you nailed the look. Incredible job!
How far Chris has come from his bad health report, having won a chess-boxing tournament, cycling across large portions of Japan, and surfing in Tokyo with Pewdiepie!
fun fact about transparent toilets: They are opaque when built, an electrical current goes through the glass to make it transparent. So that's why they stay opaque when not working !
Ha! Me and my friend ran into you in Omoide Yokocho and thanked you for this channel. You have no idea how much joy and information your channel has provided me in the 3 years leading up to this postponed trip. Truly, thank you!
Wooowww, the production for golden gai, omoide yokocho, and kabukicho were just insane!! That has to be one of my favourite edits. The soundtrack, the color grading, and those cinematic shots were just on another level!
Chris you can get glasses that have a bluelight filter on them, even if you don't need a prescription, the bluelight lenses help with headaches from staring at screens for hours at a time 👓
Chris your videos keep evolving and always getting better. Every time I think that your production and cinematography are at its peak, you always find a way to go above and beyond from your previous videos. I really loved the nightlife part in this video especially the Bladerunner aesthetic that it had. I look forward to more amazing videos from you and enjoy your day
I really loved the style of this video, it’s nice to see a lot more casual view of Tokyo. It feels very nostalgic and personal for some reason, in contrast to most videos of Tokyo feeling somewhat distant and busy. Keep up the great work Chris!!
From Sharla and Jurgen Lingonberry, to baseball kid and Shinjuku bad boys, you never know WHO you might run into in Tokyo.
Had a blast filming my first Tokyo vlog - WHERE would you like to me to wander around next guys?
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How is he this quick
Thanks for upload affableman
Can confirm the cat is superb. Superb cat.
For being a cat person you just gained +50 respect. Very well my friend, veery well 👏
Go to sleep Chris
Jurgen seems like a nice guy, I wish him the best with whatever career he has in Japan.
I mean, we know his career. It clearly says pro surfer on the screen.
It's good that Chris is still looking out for the ordinary people in his life.
He's probably just a few years away from telling lies to Ken Watanabe.
the pewdiepie jumpscare really got me good.
You mean to tell me that’s not Pewdiepie
Jurgen needs to start a RUclips channel such an interesting guy
Jürgen*
What could he possibly do? He was so Swedish
I bet he would give great interesting tours of bridges.
He could join these. French guy. Who reviews video
@@bobdole8830 pretty sure he knows that, but not everyone has ü on their keyboard, you, and everyone who corrects things like this, should know this.
I loved the moment when the kid asked him if he was an influencer and it immediately triggered some sort of trauma response in him that made him say "I am RUclipsr. Abroad in Japan". Absolutely incredible, life really does come full circle sometimes.
Lol 😂 I couldn't help laughing...it was total flashback
What reference is this from. How come I don't know 😂
@@LiIBeary back in the old days, when he was still relatively new in Japan by current standards, he once did a TV interview. I don't want to spoil what happens exactly but it was sort of an all-time iconic channel moment. The video where he talks about it should be an older Q&A but if you search up "abroad in japan tv interview" it's probably also the first thing to come up.
He instantly recognized him because he had a camera with him
Hey Chris! I’m a surf coach from the uk and have been watching your videos for years and it really made my day to see you trying surfing. It’s impact is so positive for your mental and physical health. Nothing better than being in the water!
It’s a lot of fun even if I suck haha.
Really struggle to leap up onto the board.
There's surfing in the uk?
Jurgen's so good. He learns to speak english fluently after only a single minute in the video
As a Swede I was thinking "how did he manage to find a Swede living abroad and of an age where you can surf that can't speak English well??" (I feel like only very old and very young Swedes speak English so badly it's hard to communicate with them). And then he showed Felix, I was so fooled haha
(Also, Jürgen is more like a German name, no ü in Swedish, but maybe that was part of the joke. Otheriwse, it should've been more like Jörgen.)
The Jurgen reveal. I was all like "Oh how cool he's connecting with people and staying humble and doesn't want to let the guy know he's a youtuber yet"
Seeing Chris embrace cat ownership after the debacle of Cat Nation is truly cathartic.
The pun is to easy to make, must resist……
Screw it……
CATARTIC
Cat *parenting.* You don't own living creatures.
A genuine plot twist I never saw coming
"Cat ownership" I hope those words didn't really offend people
@@TheJegkkonhow would that offend anyone?
I loved this vlog. Not to offend, as I love most all of your content, but this one has been the most real vlog you have done in a while. No skits or acting. Just the real deal of life in Tokyo. Loved it. 10 out of 10.
I am honestly impressed you are still editing your own videos. You sir are even more of a baller than I previously believed.
I'm lucky to have a lot of help editing these days, such as Dave and Paul. But I still get stuck in where I can - there's so much scope for creativity.
I normally get creative burnout after 4 hours its glad to see that im not alone. Love your vids chris, from scranton pa US!
That timeline is a bit of a disaster lol. I’m assuming it was handed off hence the offline media?
Gotta organize your tracks son, makes it way more manageable
It is so surreal to me having watched Pewdiepie for years and then watching Chris for years; the two are now sharing the same space and doing things together. Time and life are really such strange things indeed. This video was absolutely wonderful!
I know how you feel, so many different creators are collabing together that I've watched so much over the years, it's wild but I love it!
Just checking if I actually just witnessed that or I was hallucinating 😆
I thought the same, but then I might have found chris because of pewdiepies video with joey ages ago.
I was even thinking earlier in the video, when he was talking about living in Tokyo, wouldn't it be funny if he knew Pewdiepie. Then I was "nah, Tokyo is the most populated city on the planet. It's not very likely."
Lol. I've never watched a PewDiePie video, didn't even know who he was until I read your comment and realised that was him surfing. 😂
i know chris and felix have been hanging out a lot in japan and whenever he appears on chris' videos and chris appears on pewd's vlogs it always gives me the same exitement as seeing a stan lee cameo years back
This is me with Felix and Joey popping up in each other’s videos.
It's just nice to see people you like hanging out with other people you like because you know they're probably having a good time and you can get a little vicarious joy out of it. 😊
I kinda got fed up with Felix years ago, but it's like he really became someone different when he moved to Japan and just started casually vlogging. I'm really glad to see it. It's almost like having the original Felix back, from when I subbed at like 30k, but older and wiser. I don't think living in California was good for him, there's a lot of toxic juju in the social/celeb scene down there and I think it's taken two country moves since then to shake it off.
Really loving the cameo and stuff but i hope someday we get to see a real official collab video with these two. That would just be amazing.
@@namelessking111 ...???... why do you think this _wasn't_ an official collab?
@@Felice_Enellen It's a day in the life video of Chris, that's why people call it a cameo of pewdiepie not a "collab". An actual collab is two content creators getting together specifically to film a video that will feature them doing a specific activity, clearly going surfing is a daily bonding activity of Chris and Felix that just so happens to be featured here and not a collab video. Can't believe i have to spell all that out for you. 🤦🤦
I have been a video editor for TV news for about 9 years now. I am used to seeing my project timeline filled with anxiety and regret along multiple clips and effects that take a decade to render. I am always just impressed with others do with their timelines in Avid, Final Cut, Davinci Resolve, or any other NLE.
I have been watching and enjoying your videos for the past month in preparation for a trip to Japan with friends in July. Not only have your videos been informative, I also enjoy the content and how your shots are presented. Thank you for presenting your viewers with a brief looking to your daily life in Tokyo!
Chris living the good life. Living in Tokyo, hanging out with Felix, JPY3000 cherries, using cat butt scissors on food. The Abroad in Japan life feat. Sharla with special guest Pewdiepie. Just loving it!
This may very well be my new favorite abroad in Japan video. Feels so natural while also being semi scripted and high quality. Would love to see more videos in this vein of “vlog/exploring/routines.” Good stuff, Chris!
Completely agree
I feel like there's a nod to Tokyo zebra in the layout of the "day in the life" stuff
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I think your relationship with Felix is wholesome it must be hard for someone like him to just switch off and not be hassled by people and to have a genuine friend to just vibe with
Right? I'm happy he has peace in Japan where only mostly foreigners know who he is. Must be nice to be able to enjoy life again.
Is he really Felix ?
@@ParthaRUclips09 ye ofc haha, you don't recognize him?
@@driesjansen3273 I'm still not sure if it's felix. Could just be a coincidence because there are lots of people out there who look alike/similar to each other😁
Can't count how many people on the streets look similar to celebs/youtubers or other content creators 😆
@@Akab felix is linked in the description
it's nice to see you highlighting the contrast between the chaotic, almost overwhelming image of tokyo with the reality of living in a quaint residential neighbourhood not too far from the busiest parts of the city
i've been living in the northern edge of meguro for the past year and it's so nice being surrounded by trees while living walking distance from shibuya and shimokitazawa
I think it's nice seeing Felix living a nice and quiet life, away from places where he'd be recognised everyday if he just put his foot out the door.
I think you're overestimating how many people in the UK would recognise him lmao
Who? I only saw Jurgen Lingonberry.
@@khinzaw77 I love him. He should start a RUclips Channel
@@FelixFFern i dont think this is the uk
@@FelixFFern I'm not overestimating the amount it happens for it to become a security issue.
Its 5 am in Tokyo Chris. I’m assuming you just spent all night editing this and just finished 20 minutes ago. Go and sleep you deserve it.
Should have put the 5am editing into the vlog haha
The music in your videos is what sets you apart and really keeps me coming back to your channel. Thanks for all the solo man hours you put into it! It doesn't go unnoticed!
I have been watching both Chris and Felix for years now, since 2012 for Felix and 2015 for Chris, this has to be the best and most unexpected collaboration between RUclipsrs I have seen. I just never thought two of my favorite RUclipsrs would even meet.
That's how I felt about discovering Chris and Sharla dating lol! I found Sharla through Taylor R's videos from way back lolol
Same. Everything you said is the same for me
That's exactly the same how I feel. Never thought I would see these two legends in the same video when I started watching them!
Same here😄
@@AngelaBonanzalol same
This video is perfection. 1. The throwback style + music to the 'Day in my Life' video from 5 years ago. 2. The beautiful shots of the peaceful places around the city and the stunning night shots 3. Seeing you have a much healthier lifestyle and better work-life balance 4. Sharla + cats... This was such a wholesome video without even trying to be, warmed my heart as a long-time fan, so happy for you Chris! I'm inspired to spend my free time carefully and do things that make me happy. :)
Listen to audiobooks!
Or the abroad in japan podcast - combine learning new things with walking!
Which platform(s) is it available on?
ok
Was that Felix cameo in the surf scene 😅
@@HellSpartanZ Nah definitely the legendary Jurgen Lingonberry
Please explore the Toyota museum next.
Seeing the beauty of Japan through your eyes and ears is an experience every time you post a video.
My wife and I are thinking about going to Japan for about 2 weeks because of your videos. You have shown us just how stunningly the country is.
Thank you for your videos and allowing us into your life and journey through Japan!!
I like how enthusiastic Sharla was when she heard Chris was cooking.
No oooh!
I like these semi unscripted, grab my camera and just explore something videos the most. Been following you since the Mt.Fuji video so this feels very old school!
yes! i love the feel 😊
Felix and Chris is a wholesome combo I didn’t know I needed!
So a typical day consists of 3 hour editing then a day full of fun? Playing with cats, walking around Tokyo, going surfing, dinner with the gf then going to the city to film? Man you live well.
Forever mad at myself for not moving to Japan and making a living off of RUclips vlogs.
you know that filming isn't easy, right?
and abt surfing, even I play football every day for around 2hrs.
@@pulkitbhargava6613most people who actually have jobs outside of their house don’t have that luxury.
@@greysfreak1992 Sorry if I said smth wrong, but I also have friends who work and still play, not every day. It is how u manage your time and priorities. I might not know the real struggles of working people as I am still in uni.
@@pulkitbhargava6613Even if you manage your time properly, you might not be able to have the luxury “to play” every day or every other day. Like OP said, Chris is pretty fortunate he doesn’t have to do too much work each day and has the time to enjoy the things he likes.
Chris's talk about morning routines is so refreshing from what most "influencers" say.
Throughout the years I’ve watched your videos, I’ve always noted how much I appreciated your sound design. Just your attention to sound. The amount of RUclips videos I’ve seen without ANY sound balancing…RIP headphone users.
Keep up the top-notch work!
This is easily one of the greatest videos you've put out in terms of overall material. From the cat, to the surfing, to freakin PEWd. My god. And I'm only halfway through this video.
Cheers! You haven't even got to the fine dining experience yet!
Honestly and genuinely I think the best youtube sponsorship i've seen in years. Always loved your music and audio and now I know where you get it. Cant wait to try out their service. Hope they continue to work with you.
I wholeheartedly support this movement, let's stop pretending anyone actually has a good morning routine, as long as you're remotely concious and look somewhat alive by 9am I'd call that a success
I guess if you have a normal, full time job, you probably have a pretty solid morning routine. If not, you probably don’t.
@@Jordan-inJapan Modern Japan is a sad, depraved, depressed, hypocritical, and constantly self-conflicting cesspool with little to no resemblance of humanity left. It is a country which focuses on the microscopical details and rules instead of tackling the grand, overarching core issues which have been rotting away for decades. It's people lack any semblance of humanity, energy and warmth. They are apathetic to each other as they drown in their own misery. Things like this should not be happening in a civilized country and nation. How can Japan be such an unstable, crazy, violent and utterly animalistic country? This criminal should be executed to set an example and warn those who try to perform such disgusting acts. When will Japan recover from this malaise, it is Asia's sick man now. How disgraceful and pathetic. Where are the politicians and leaders who set out to change and improve modern Japanese society so people are happier and mentally healthy??? This has been going on for too long, something must be done! The blind cannot lead the blind. Japan needs another Fukuzawa Yukichi or another great figure to lead the nation to a better place.😢😢😢
People who work mornings usually have a pretty solid morning routine, especially if you work retail lol. Customers ain't gonna wait for you to wake up after all.
@@norasyikinali6283 And if you have a dog that needs to be walked and kids who need to be fed and sent to school etc, then you probably have a REALLY solid morning routine… but then you’re probably too busy to be video-blogging it! 😆
@@norasyikinali6283I used to have a good morning routine, but then shift work in retail happened and my routine is messed up. I would kill for a 9 to 5 job, shift work and late nights are havoc on my routine (I still naturally wake up at 6:30 regardless of bed time).
Jurgen is such a natural on camera, he could definitely be an influencer.
Must we use that word Influencer...? It makes me utterly vomit! If you're letting anyone influence you then you're a simp...
R/whoosh
@@thebestdamager7400 for yourself?
as long a hes surfing he wont come near bridges aswell
its pewdiepie🤣
I love how chris feels like a relatable person speaking the truth everyone tries to hide LOL. I couldn’t agree more about the morning routines.
I love that he's so real about his morning routine.
Chris and Jurgen being surfer-bros is so wholesome. He should introduce him to Felix. I'm sure he'd be happy to meet another surfing Swede.
Might help Jurgen feel more at home to have someone he can actually communicate well, too. I mean, he DOES struggle with English, apparently.
I don’t know why but Chris is the most interesting normal guy in the world 🌎
imagine walking around a modern city in back alleys and places like that with expensive camera equipment, by yourself, and not seeming to have a worry in the world. THAT'S the most amazing thing in this video.
You sure don't do it in the US unless you hire a bodyguard, even news crews get attacked and lose all their expensive stuff fairly frequently.
Funny how that thought hadn't even crossed my mind
I wonder if casey neistat's gear has ever been stolen in York while he was filming himself like that
@@alexcarter8807, most cities in the USA are NOT like that. America is massive and contains many more cities in it than japan. These comparisons are silly. Most film crews and people are just fine walking around. Most cities are not LA, Detroit and NYC. Stop judging an entire nation based on a few crappy large cities that are out of control lol
na Chris is just a unit, he gets the wallets of the muggers by sheer overwhelming intimidation
As someone born in Kamakura, raised near Enoshima, worked in the UK, and now living in East Tokyo, I couldn’t stop smiling. Thanks for your great vid neighbor!
Hey Chris! I know this will probably get lost in the sea of comments, but I just wanted to thank you for being a huge inspiration in my life!
You've quite literally changed my life. I've been watching Abroad in Japan for years and when you mentioned the Keio Plaza Hotel I thought it was funny because I'm coming to Japan soon as an ALT, and will in fact be staying there through the JET Program. I actually first learned about them through you and your early RUclips videos. And I'm happy to say I got shortlisted for the JET Program and just graduated with my bachelor's degree last month. I'll be arriving in Japan in August, and I wouldn't have this opportunity without you. Truly earned the title of Mr. Affable. Thank you, Chris!
Woo! Best of luck mate!
Good luck on you JET Japan Journey!
That’s crazy! I first found out about the JET programme from Chris a decade ago now and am also starting as an alt this summer :)
Love your videos but got to say watching you take hold of your health and fitness is really inspiring! I've got a chronic illness that has made me disabled and limits my mobility. I've set a big goal of doing a 100km hike in Spain in 4 years time. I'm working with a physio to slowly build up my leg strength and capacity to walk, just got a pedometer last week and am managing 3000 steps most days. To hear you say "lets try to fit in 10 000 steps" so casually is very impressive! I see my physio next Saturday and we're increasing to 5000 steps. Looking forward to catching up to your 10 000!
It's been 5 years since Chris's last day in life video and the last time he won a massive fucking award, can't wait to see what crazy stuff happens this time.
P.S. Congratulations on the move to Tokyo!
God I still shudder when I think about that day haha
Don’t forget the single Too Much Volcano!
Does it mean that there won't be natsuki anymore?
One of my most favorite videos you have made yet! I really enjoy seeing what it could be like to live in an area like Tokyo. I live in a rural part of USA New England, but my hobby is bonsai and I love learning about Japanese life and culture past and present. This is just a glimpse and I appreciate you sharing!
Skilled cinematography? Action packed surfing scenes that look straight out of Point Break? Mouth watering home cooked meal? moldy cherries? my word Mr Affable strikes again with another classic
Been a fan for years mate, awesome work !!
Been a fan for 10 amazing years now, and your videos never fail to bring a smile to my face. Thanks for taking us along on your Tokyo adventure and bringing Japan to life for me, who still couldn't visit Japan 🥲I also wanted to say how thrilled I am about your engagement to my other favorite RUclipsr who creates awesome content about Japan. It's mind-blowing and heartwarming to see two of my favorite creators finding love together:)) Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness and more incredible adventures! Keep up the fantastic work! 🙌🎉🇯🇵
A huge thanks for the kind words and for sticking around all these years! 🙏
It's certainly funny how things turn out - I've been pretty damn lucky, haha.
Really cool to see Chris interacting more with the locals! In a lot of the previous videos it kinda felt like Chris was avoiding talking with others. A simple conversation really helps to improve the atmosphere of the film in my opinion!
He's said that his conversation skills in Japanese aren't that great considering how long he's been in Japan so that's probably why he avoids the locals.
I listen to the podcast weekly but haven't commented on a video in awhile. This is a real one, appreciate the genuine nature of it. Thanks.
This video was a surprisingly nice change of pace🤩 Love seeing you more mellowed out, and just talking about japan in different places in tokyo. Your editing skills are out in full force as the editing is immaculate. The production value your videos have never cease to amaze me. Thanks for all your hard work, Chris! 🧡
I love how Chris is an introvert and actually opens up when talking about sound design and video editing.
I feel like this is a victory lap for Abroad in Japan, having followed this channel for years. Meanwhile, if you do want to jazz up your future salads, making your own dressings with recipes like on Pinterest can make a huge difference. Different ones bring out different flavors. I hope you have fun. :)
yeah i definitely agree!!🎉
Ah Chris mate, do I agree with you there.
An escape to nature, for a hike, a boat or canoe ride, a bonfire amongst the woods, etcetera, it always eases my soul and being. I just got done being on vacation, camping and doing most of exactly that a few days ago. Wishing Father Time could let me redo that from last Wednesday. 😩
As someone who’s also been pushed to become healthier after a bad recent health checkup it’s great to see how many positive changes you made. Consistency is key 😎
Also, will Taken for Garnted ever see the light of day Chris???
Consistency, and eliminating sugar and carbs out of his diet. It would also help if he did KETO or carnivore for awhile, and started eating only one large meal a day.
I really want to make a parody trailer for Taken for Garnted
@@remyllebeau77 recent evidence has shown that keto is bad long-term
@@remyllebeau77 NO, no, and NOOO, your advice is HORRIBLE holy fuck. Leave the dieting tips to the professionals! Only one large meal a day?? Seriously that's literally the opposite of what should be done if you want to get to and maintain a healthy weight! Also, regular people should NOT be doing KETO!! It was developed for epileptics to help manage and control seizures by regulating what was in their system!! People need to stop following fad diets and diet info from tiktok. SMH. By the way, you CANNOT completely eliminate sugars from your diet, almost everything has natural sugars in it. And both sugars and carbs are healthy in moderation. THAT is what is key, not fad diets and bullshit info like you're spouting. MODERATION and consistency. Truly, consistency is the ONLY thing you're right about.
@@remyllebeau77Everyone's body is different. While there are generak benefits to what you recommending, everyone deals with changing diets differently especially if you don't know what he wants to achieve and his exercise plan.
Chris you should TOTALLY do more of these down to earth videoes! This was such a good watch
This Jurgen guy seems very charismatic, funny, and chill, he should start a youtube channel.
@Anonymouslyanonymous667 “oh what a fucking (My lawyer has advised me to not continue this sentence)
You're absolutely right about sound design, it's like smellovision for human emotions and yours is great! Worth all the hard work.
I genuinely think this is my favourite abroad in Japan video I cant really say why something about the vibe while still holding amazing production quality. Note: I've watched every video.
Absolute gold moments in this video. Chris questioning Maro, and Maro explaining, and Sharla's reaction when she found out Chris was cooking her something :)
He did put a little salad with his camembert though..
Your content somehow gets better and better yet more transparent the longer you do this, and it feels increasingly genuine with every upload. Keep it up Chris, you’re doing amazing!
I loved this chill vlog-style video. Whether your traveling across Japan or taking it easy in Tokyo your filmmaking makes every video so enjoyable to watch. I’d love to see a night out in Tokyo with Sharla, Pete, Natsuki, Ryotaro, or the Trash Taste boys. I really liked that night life video you made in Sendai with Ryotaro.
Watching their old videos when they were younger, you can see how much they supported each other while being in a foreign country. Now they're engaged. Happy for them to find each other overseas.
Mentioning sound design actually made a lot of sense, because that opening for Journey across Japan is simply perfect.
It's the exact right length, it's peppy, it's not overplayed, it's transitioned into and out of super well always. Honestly I wouldn't even have known the jingle was royalty free, if I hadn't stumbled across it in some other random RUclips video.
Yeah fax its dope
I think the AIJ channel has done very well in sound design in particular. Every video delivers a level of quality not otherwise present in vlog/commentary channels. Sound is very important to keep videos consistent, expensive tool doesn't a master make.
I fell in love with tokyo through walking around aimlessly and stumbling through residential areas. And as Chris says, the city is a hectic, crowded mess, if you go to where the crowds are. But once you leave the chaos behind and trudge through the residential areas, there's an incredible sense of stillness that I haven't seen in any other cities that are close to the size of Tokyo.
Osaka has that even around the city center during business hours (it actually gets more crowded in the evening). In Tokyo you have to go either really far from downtown or deep into the back alleys to find respite from the throngs.
Okay, I adore this video! Would love to see more "day in my life" type videos. You always do an amazing job. :)
I've been watching Abroad in Japan for the best part of six years now and I reckon this might be one of if not the best videos you've done. It's of course always about the amazing places that you are going to and the activities you are doing that inspire the imagination of those who love Japan but have either never been or don't live there and thus rarely have the privilege to witness. BUT this video is special because it is purely just about you and getting to know more about the person that has been on our screen all this time. so authentic and personal. Loved it
omg Chris and Sharla are super adorable together, pls more Sharla in future videos 🤞❤
It's heartwarming seeing how much you've embraced the city. So glad you made a nice surfing buddy. Keep being awesome Chris.
Just wanted to say and I'm sure you've heard it before, but thank you for making this channel. It's a personal stress reliever for me seeing my own personal dream of exploring Japan lived and documented so well. You guys are very entertaining and I wish you all the success.
oh my goodness Chris when at 22:10 you were casually like “ let’s see if we can do shinjuku justice and take a tour” i was BLOWN AWAY by the combination of the music and the visuals. stunned. Justice indeed 🙌🙌
Wow, I've never seen anyone film a DITL vlog as if it was actually a cinematic documentary, not to mention all the muted color-grading going on in the Shinjuku area! Superb vlog, 10/10, would love to see more DITL vlogs in the future!
I really miss these kind of homey videos! I love your current ones, but they're always so action packed and full of energy, which is nice, but it's also great to have some downtime vids like you doing casual stuff. Loved this Chris!
I'm sure it wasn't easy to shoot, but the surfing part was really cool! Who knew you could do that in Tokyo? Always assumed it was all boat traffic, no beaches. Also, that dinner was fine for a quick homemade dish! Glad to see the cats here too. My 2 cats are the same: love playtime, and howling for attention when you're out of sight!
The surfing community is present in Tokyo but it’s actually about an hour train ride to enoshima from Tokyo, and I can’t think of any beaches closer that you could surf on.
Man is living the dream. Casually chilling with a cute cat, walking around, doing some work and going for a surf and just generally vibing. Good on you, Chris!
Chris turning into a cat dad, is one of the best things in 2023!
Love seeing what's changed and what's stayed the same since your last "Day in the Life" video. The personal and professional growth - it's staggering and it's so cool we're on this journey with you!
Living in Tokyo must be like a dystopian-dream-come-true for you Chris. You can just pop down to Shinjuku and film all the Blade Runner-esque footage you wish. I really liked the cinematic style of that part of the video :)
Probably the best RUclips video I’ve watched in a while, the vibes were just so authentic and real.
The sound production of your videos is definitely a top reason why I like your content. Like you said it is often overlooked. But I think you excel at the sound design for your content. Here is too many more!
I first heard about the JET Programme on this channel about 2 years ago, and now I'm getting ready to go to Japan as an ALT in August. I'd always vaguely wanted to go to Japan but your videos made me realise it's something I definitely needed to do. Thanks Chris :)
Good for you, I have been a long time viewer and have always appreciated your humor but seeing your life change and grow has been truly inspiring
As a sound designer I appreciate and approve of your attention to the art and the craft 👍. Keep it up! 🙏
Nice seeing Chris promote a small RUclips channel like Jürgen's.
Do you know the name of the channel? I'm struggling to find it.
@@WolfietheheroProductions lol. I'm an idiot 🤣🤣🤣
To be fair, I'm not following him and haven't seen a whole lot of his videos.
Glad I finally got to see the famed "Abroad in Japan" ice coffee that I hear so much about on the podcast. Cheers!
Loved the nighttime footage of Shinjuku! Also where I spent my first night in Japan and holds a special place in my heart. That shot at 22:10 is my favourite.
Hearing Chris go on about his cat and miraculous allergic recovery reminds me of when I heard rumors of that parasite cats give off that can make humans love them
Seeing him this happy is great.
Glad to see that Chris has really put the work in improving his health. Really enjoyed the tour and the Felix cameo! I feel like it would be cool to see some more stuff about Osaka
Felix who
@@monlei1020 pewdiepie
Chris, thanks for sharing the info about your camera equipment. Those were brilliant clips! More like that, please.
Man, you did Shinjuku justice with those shots and that music! The city looked like something out of an 80's City Pop music video. I tend to romanticize that vision of Japanese cities, mainly because I associate it with old anime I grew up watching late at night so it's really nostalgic, and you nailed the look. Incredible job!
That Jurgen guy is really cool (for a Swede), I bet he would be an amazing RUclipsr!
How far Chris has come from his bad health report, having won a chess-boxing tournament, cycling across large portions of Japan, and surfing in Tokyo with Pewdiepie!
Excuse me, that was clearly Jurgen Lingonberry.
Dont forget when he got with Sharla, our boy has grown so much!
Only a brit can have such an awesome life and still manage to wake up miserable every morning.
why'd you mention pewdiepie, he isn't in this video
@@SerbianSabre1
haha , thats true!. Specially the last part😂
fun fact about transparent toilets: They are opaque when built, an electrical current goes through the glass to make it transparent. So that's why they stay opaque when not working !
In case we were wondering, yes- Chris does sleep, shower, and eat breakfast with a camera strapped to his forehead.
I mean who doesn't?
Ha! Me and my friend ran into you in Omoide Yokocho and thanked you for this channel. You have no idea how much joy and information your channel has provided me in the 3 years leading up to this postponed trip. Truly, thank you!
Wooowww, the production for golden gai, omoide yokocho, and kabukicho were just insane!! That has to be one of my favourite edits. The soundtrack, the color grading, and those cinematic shots were just on another level!
Chris you can get glasses that have a bluelight filter on them, even if you don't need a prescription, the bluelight lenses help with headaches from staring at screens for hours at a time 👓
Chris your videos keep evolving and always getting better. Every time I think that your production and cinematography are at its peak, you always find a way to go above and beyond from your previous videos. I really loved the nightlife part in this video especially the Bladerunner aesthetic that it had. I look forward to more amazing videos from you and enjoy your day
Hi Chris, amazing aruki-mawari, Kamkura, home diner, and Shinjuku. Moving to Tokyo, just opened so many opportunities. Sugoi...
I really loved the style of this video, it’s nice to see a lot more casual view of Tokyo. It feels very nostalgic and personal for some reason, in contrast to most videos of Tokyo feeling somewhat distant and busy. Keep up the great work Chris!!
Cool, in Tokyo Asakusabashi, if outside Kobe