My favorite part about this is you're both from different countries and your main form of communication is through a non native language. Absolutely fantastic.
What a sweet story. May your marriage be aero and your hearts always lightweight (and Thuong-chan always well fed). This is a bike channel after all. :D
I, too, met my non-Japanese wife, in Japan. This was back in 1973. She was an Exchange Student from Everett, Wash. I was a Navy Brat. We married in 1975 and are still together. :)
Nice story TWC. She is SUCH a charming lady!! I got inspired to write this poem for you two. You may like it or you might say this is the worst poem you've ever read but here it goes. PS: I'm an Engineer, not a poet! 😉💕 . Two wheels plus two hearts make for one sweet ride May the wind be mostly at your backs When it's in the front may she aero tuck close behind you May there be very few flats along the way When you go on those uphill climbs Remember that two is always better than one May the sun warm you on those chilly winter rides And the clouds shield you on those blistering summer rides And may the lively cadence you two have Remain all the way to the end of the ride May your future plans be not derailed And may Thuong-chan's lovely smile Be the first thing you see when you wake up
I get the "why did you marry an australian" question frequently, too! I didn't marry "an australian", I married an amazing woman I met who happened to be from Australia!
My take on marriage is simply this: you can’t plan falling in love. It just happens when it happens. You have no control over it. Two people meet, certain things happen, and wham! Before you know it they’re crazy about each other. It’s a beautiful feeling indeed. Love just happens.
Beautiful story! I also met my Non-Japanese wife at a language school in Japan in the 90s. She was an English teacher from California and I was a refugee from Vietnam. Wish you two the best!
I am surprise you were asked "Why don't you marry Japanese girl" these people probably don't understand love and thinks marriage is like shopping for groceries.
the people that ask this are obviously weebs and Japanophiles who don't care about true love. As long as they can integrate their weeb selves into a Japanese family, that's all they care about. A quite disturbing question, indeed.
Cruise thank you for sharing such a great story of marriage between you both. It was extremely educational and heart touching and I truly hope you both live many incredible years together.
I'm an American like you. Often when marrying someone from another culture it's like marrying their family as well. This may include helping to support your in-laws financially. This can put a big strain on the marriage. It's really important to understand the culture you are marrying into.
Hi from Italy, as having had a few foreign long-term girlfriends, i was naïf but i realize now, i'd never thought of this. But yeah! The least that can happen to you is that her family (understably, or not) is going to follow you two closely 🧐🧐🧐 ...
I’ve waited 3 years for this amazing international love story. So glad everything worked out and I really hope u will not make us wait 3 more years for the sequel.
Two Wheel Cruise, on the wedding aspect section. Love to hear the Vietnam customs, as I had to pay a fee to wife’s friend to make the introduction to her Taiwanese parents. Before the wedding ceremony, had to pay that the other traditional fee to her parents which they returned to us as part of wedding gift, given it was just to maintain that tradition. Except that “friend” keep her $5K USD check fee. Also, did you have to track how much everyone gave at the wedding in a red ledger? As we have to pay back to those families at their next weddings, which it can’t be lower than what we got. Therefore, those red envelopes were just a loan with interest.
@@frankyu4967 Yeah, this guy has no idea what he's getting into. I am a Vietnamese person born in the US and I would never marry a Vietnamese woman. Vietnamese values can be rigid as well. My parents were from another past generation however and maybe Vietnamese culture has changed. Of course they approve a foreign guy. It means she can possibly move to America and that's a higher probability of a better life. Sounds simplistic but that's how it is when you come from a poor place. Vietnamese people can be too much about money. It's survival.
Jay Tee, I think Cruise will do ok, given her prior remark on first gift after 2 years of marriage, most guys would never get away with that stunt. Yes, I agree Vietnamese parents might be even more conservative than Taiwanese.
I’m Indonesian and used to live in South Korea for 1 year for study, and yeah i have bunch of vietnamese friends in my language class, im amazed with them, they are fast learner, hard working, and they are so good in korean language, and somehow, they can blend with the circumstances they are in, like they way they dress, the way they speak in korean, i thought they were korean if i didnt see them speak in their first language, and they pretty much take over part time job/full time in my neighborhood 🤣
This is an absolutely beautiful story. I can relate to this so much. I'm Vietnamese, but I'm born and raised in California. And while I do have an understanding of my culture, I was quite bewildered by many customs from my girlfriend's native background. We are currently in a long-distance relationship since she's living in Hue right now. With everything going on, we don't know when we'll be able to see each other again (aside from the usual facetime). When I learned about how her lifestyle is and the stuff that is the norm for her, I was quite shocked. I didn't realize how lucky I had it. I can vouch about the financial part, what we make in shorter hours is way above what they could ever make even with a degree. And I agree with you about the whole thing about suddenly wanting to marry someone. I had the same mentality that I needed to this or that before we even thought about marrying. But something inside of me changed and I'm ready to take the next step, but time isn't on our side and we have to wait. And yes, the whole "buying the wife" thing is such an utter shock. I didn't know about that until I asked some friends. LOL. I've been following your channel for two weeks now, ever since I decided to look up Japanese-style bikes and discovered your "under $100 mamchari" video. I've been binge watching your videos and have learned a great deal. I only got back into biking since I started riding the bike I restored five years ago (I did everything wrong and it felt like it was going to fall apart every time I rode it. It's also from the 80's which got passed onto me during high school back in 2007). With some luck, I was able to find something perfect for my needs, a hybrid urban commuter/fitness. Anyway, I've rambled enough. Keep up the good work with your videos, I love the wholesome vibes of everything between you two. With luck, maybe I'll be able to meet you two once this pandemic subsides. Fingers crossed for spring 2021. For now, take care and be safe. :D
Dude, thank you so much for sharing your story. We only get one chance at life, and I am so happy for you both. There is much to learn from your story. All the best.
@Two Wheel Cruise: Nice to hear Your story - I have a similar life story - I married my wife (who is Japanese) after being together around five, six weeks in total, but we knew each other for over three Years (mostly being in contact via the internet). Good luck to both of You and thank you for Your videos!
I once met a family in the Seattle area that was trilingual. I don't remember for sure what all the languages were, but, as I recall, he spoke German to his wife and children, she spoke Lithuanian to her husband and the children and the children replied in the language spoken to them. (I was amazed to see them switching back and forth instantaneously.) Of course they all spoke English with me and others outside the family. It can be done.
Hey Cruise, Just subscribed to your channel as one of your vids came up on my home screen a week ago. One of the first videos I watched on your channel is the one where you and your wife built her new mountain bike that you got her for Christmas recently. I find her enthusiasm for not just cycling, but life and adventure in general, quite contagious. I appreciate her sense of humour and it is quite admirable to see how she is helping her family and how she still maintains such a positive outlook. This video about how you met and got married is the one I skimmed your channel for so it is quite timely! I showed my wife a couple of your videos the other night and she felt the same as me about Thuong. She's not just a great companion to you but she adds some very solid elements to your channels purpose I feel. Its quite clear who the lucky one is in your relationship (lol). Take care and all the best to you and Thuong. Scott & Marizza - Vancouver, Canada
I really appreciate your honesty about telling the viewers about your personal life, too. I have been privileged enough to live overseas in different cultures since a child. Being a polyglot with an extensive knowledge from different cultures greatly opens up your eyes to world, doesn't it!
Wow, great story. I lived in Hong Kong in the 80's and I met my long time girlfriend at a party at the Japanese Embassy and she was a weird Hong Kong Chinese in that she didn't speak English AT ALL, But she spoke Japanese. We spoke Japanese to each other as well, until she learned English and I finally learned some Chinese...
Vietnamese people and especially Vietnamese women are very hardworking people indeed. I'm from Vietnam but I grew up in France, I was used to the "French lazyness". When I went back to Vietnam the first time, it was a cultural shock. Everybody is working so hard everyday, doing hours and hours non stop. Whereas in France... they always complaining all the time about everything.
You look the more sentimental and she the more pragmatic but maybe I'm wrong. Ahah. You guys seem super cute together. And I agree, when I was studying abroad, Istanbul, I really connected with another foreign girl on the same Turkish language course as me. You really feel understood and connected when you pass for the same difficulties and that excitement of being in another country.
I stumbled on your channel by searching for information on folding bikes. I didn't expect to be drawn in by such an open couple sharing their experiences. Thanks so much for everything you've shared and give to the World. I hope the future rewards you happiness and good fortune ! 😀👍
So perfect that Thuong Chan loves bicycling as well. Like it was meant to be! Look forward to following your adventures in the future, especially if y'all are able to move to Vietnam.
Aw lovely vid. I relate about it being easier speaking with non-native speakers. I find we both speak slower and have a more limited vocabulary so it's just easier to understand each other.
The first two videos I watched of yours was the ride around Lake Biwa, then was the ride to Osaka. Your Christmas video when you gave Thuong her new bike had a easter egg in it (wedding photo on the wall), so belated congratulations and can't wait to see more videos.
Great video mate! I'm a bit surprised that people confuse Thuong as Japanese! When you said "those of you who has been following for a while know ...", I thought ah right, I have been following for a while, I got to know of your channel when there were maybe 2k subs, I wonder how many it is now, and then I checked; it's almost 30k! So I guess it's been a while ;-)
Since your responsibilities are washing the dishes, I recommend getting a dish washing machine :p Really though, automating chores really improves the experience of living together and saves so much time, I recommend it for everyone. Vacuum cleaner robot, dish washer, and washing machine/dryer, are really must haves.
Congratulations to the two of you; you make a lovely couple. Best wishes for your present and your future, together. Mrs. Two Wheel Cruise has firm ideas about what she wants in the relationship and she is quite forthright in expressing her opinions. This is a good thing. Good communication and respect for each other are paramount for a healthy, happy marriage - all the more so, as your backgrounds are so different. Keep working at it throughout your marriage and you'll be fine. Take care.
I never knew before that Biwa is actually a lake. Our lesson in Grade 8 music here in the Philippines is Asian music so Vietnam music is part of it and in music of Japan, Biwa is shown in our textbook and it's a stringed musical instrument played while seated. I am so happy I found your channel and watch your stories like this one.
I was stationed in Japan for 4 years and never dated a Japanese girl there but then I transferred to Hawaii and ended up getting married to a Japanese girl. We've been together for almost 10 yrs now and we're thinking of moving to Osaka next year! Yatta!
Thank you for sharing! I was once asked why I married a Japanese person. I said with no hesitation that it was because she's the right person. Why else would one get married? When it's right, its right.
Thanks again for another video(story). I am always soooo relaxed after watching you two together on your bicycles. If I found a woman like your adorable wife I'd be temped to propose too!
you made my day man, making a video to tell us about how did you find your soul mate with such amazing storytelling skills is worth given a thumb up...
Two Wheel Cruise BTW I’m planning to emigrate on short term as well, after spending almost a year learning a new language. I’ll probably be taking language class as well then. We’ll see what happens:)
I must say this, TWC. I'm deeply touched by the 2 of you. Always remember the sacrifice you gave for each other. It was Love, and is, and will be, mutual . Oh, btw, i watched the whole 4 hrs of the both of you island hopping before i pondered on this episode.
Even though my wife and i are from the same country - communication can sometimes be difficult - so both communicating in a foreign language can be a bliss!
As a bicycle rider I think I can fall in love with any woman who invite me for a long trip by bicycle .... of course being nice in some other several things, but main being a rider also :), nice story
Ok that makes a lot more sense. I was a bit confused when I watched the Biwa trip and Fuji. Couldn’t really tell what was going on or if it was in chronological order :)
What a great story. Thanks for sharing. Your wife is precious and you must be a good dude in order for her to have married you. Congratulations to both of you. I wish I had developed an interest in foreign culture at a younger age. I'm envious of your life accomplishments. Keep doing what you are doing. Like the videos!
Love your story !! Just found your channel as I bought a new bicycle to be more active. Enjoyed the uploads and looking forward to watch some more. Gambatte ne and arigato for the bike infos you share.
My husband and I love your videos! We’re American husband and Vietnamese wife as well. Thought I’ve never heard of the marriage tradition where the husband should/has to give money to the wife’s family in Vietnam. Maybe it’s an area culture?
Studied Korean, went to school on exchange in Korea and also lived there for a little bit. People are shocked when they find out my wife is Vietnamese.
Thanks for creating and uploading this video. I'm only critical about cyclists who don't have mirrors on their bikes, especially when cycling on urban streets. As a cyclist anywhere or as a MV operator, I always want to know what's up at my 6 o'clock. It's a matter of getting the 'mirror habit' and when you do you won't go back. I also recommend wearing a Hi-vis vest. The while idea is to 'see and be seen'. I know mirrors and Hi-vis vests are 'not cool', but neither is being a cycling accident victim. Urban cycling has got to be one the most unfriendly cycling venues in the world. I learned to self-protect the hard way by being hit by careless MV operators several times and I was totally in the right every time. In these days of potentially distracted drivers due a lot to the 'smart phone' the risk to cyclists has notched-up a bit. Cyclists have to learn to 'notch up' their defensive tactics as well, IMO. Safety over 'style'. Stay safe!
Couple of months dating and married? Wow. I'd need atleast five or six years of knowing a person for that, I would never rush into marriage. And you're very lucky to find a genuinely kind Vietnamese person, who is honest *hopefully* My experiences have been very different when dating Vietnamese for many years.
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My favorite part about this is you're both from different countries and your main form of communication is through a non native language. Absolutely fantastic.
Just like most inter-national young couples in Europe, especially West+East Europe, and they speak English with each other...
What a sweet story. May your marriage be aero and your hearts always lightweight (and Thuong-chan always well fed).
This is a bike channel after all. :D
Aero is everything.. Though well-fed and light don't go well together haha.
Thanks! :)
@@TwoWheelCruise Sure they do, just need to spend enough time on the bike.
I, too, met my non-Japanese wife, in Japan. This was back in 1973. She was an Exchange Student from Everett, Wash. I was a Navy Brat. We married in 1975 and are still together. :)
Awesome!
Aw I love that!
I was born and raised in Everett Washington..how awesome 👌
Nice story TWC. She is SUCH a charming lady!! I got inspired to write this poem for you two. You may like it or you might say this is the worst poem you've ever read but here it goes.
PS: I'm an Engineer, not a poet! 😉💕
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Two wheels plus two hearts make for one sweet ride
May the wind be mostly at your backs
When it's in the front may she aero tuck close behind you
May there be very few flats along the way
When you go on those uphill climbs
Remember that two is always better than one
May the sun warm you on those chilly winter rides
And the clouds shield you on those blistering summer rides
And may the lively cadence you two have
Remain all the way to the end of the ride
May your future plans be not derailed
And may Thuong-chan's lovely smile
Be the first thing you see when you wake up
Oh wow, thank you for for this! It's very nice :)
Great work Gimeno
Aweee, so moved by your poem and TWC's love story
Oh boy
I get the "why did you marry an australian" question frequently, too! I didn't marry "an australian", I married an amazing woman I met who happened to be from Australia!
Thank you for the relationship back story. "As the time went by I just respected her more and more..." stood out in my mind.
Thanks! :)
My take on marriage is simply this: you can’t plan falling in love. It just happens when it happens. You have no control over it. Two people meet, certain things happen, and wham! Before you know it they’re crazy about each other. It’s a beautiful feeling indeed. Love just happens.
That's called lust
You hit the jackpot. Thuong is a girl of commitment and sheer will AND sweet at the same time. Good luck at where you are going to.
Thuong is a girl type? What is that, I didn't understand, can you please elaborate what you meant?
@@cihanseven6227 No bro Thuong is a common Vietnamese name. Basically, he said she is a good girl.
Beautiful story! I also met my Non-Japanese wife at a language school in Japan in the 90s. She was an English teacher from California and I was a refugee from Vietnam. Wish you two the best!
Wtf
I am surprise you were asked "Why don't you marry Japanese girl" these people probably don't understand love and thinks marriage is like shopping for groceries.
the people that ask this are obviously weebs and Japanophiles who don't care about true love. As long as they can integrate their weeb selves into a Japanese family, that's all they care about. A quite disturbing question, indeed.
those people look down on south east asian girls AKA racist
That's pretty romantic when you said your common language is Japanese and finally you two get married, true love! Best wishes
Thanks!
Cruise thank you for sharing such a great story of marriage between you both. It was extremely educational and heart touching and I truly hope you both live many incredible years together.
Thank you so much!
I'm an American like you. Often when marrying someone from another culture it's like marrying their family as well. This may include helping to support your in-laws financially. This can put a big strain on the marriage. It's really important to understand the culture you are marrying into.
Yep, this is one very difficult aspect.
Hi from Italy, as having had a few foreign long-term girlfriends, i was naïf but i realize now, i'd never thought of this. But yeah! The least that can happen to you is that her family (understably, or not) is going to follow you two closely 🧐🧐🧐 ...
I’ve waited 3 years for this amazing international love story. So glad everything worked out and I really hope u will not make us wait 3 more years for the sequel.
Haha, true you probably have waited the longest 😅
Now which sequel are we talking about lol..
@@TwoWheelCruise How about expanding on the "we think differently" part ?
Two Wheel Cruise, on the wedding aspect section. Love to hear the Vietnam customs, as I had to pay a fee to wife’s friend to make the introduction to her Taiwanese parents. Before the wedding ceremony, had to pay that the other traditional fee to her parents which they returned to us as part of wedding gift, given it was just to maintain that tradition. Except that “friend” keep her $5K USD check fee. Also, did you have to track how much everyone gave at the wedding in a red ledger? As we have to pay back to those families at their next weddings, which it can’t be lower than what we got. Therefore, those red envelopes were just a loan with interest.
@@frankyu4967 Yeah, this guy has no idea what he's getting into. I am a Vietnamese person born in the US and I would never marry a Vietnamese woman. Vietnamese values can be rigid as well. My parents were from another past generation however and maybe Vietnamese culture has changed.
Of course they approve a foreign guy. It means she can possibly move to America and that's a higher probability of a better life. Sounds simplistic but that's how it is when you come from a poor place. Vietnamese people can be too much about money. It's survival.
Jay Tee, I think Cruise will do ok, given her prior remark on first gift after 2 years of marriage, most guys would never get away with that stunt. Yes, I agree Vietnamese parents might be even more conservative than Taiwanese.
I’m Indonesian and used to live in South Korea for 1 year for study, and yeah i have bunch of vietnamese friends in my language class, im amazed with them, they are fast learner, hard working, and they are so good in korean language, and somehow, they can blend with the circumstances they are in, like they way they dress, the way they speak in korean, i thought they were korean if i didnt see them speak in their first language, and they pretty much take over part time job/full time in my neighborhood 🤣
They are very hard workers and more and more are travelling abroad now for work lately
This is an absolutely beautiful story. I can relate to this so much. I'm Vietnamese, but I'm born and raised in California. And while I do have an understanding of my culture, I was quite bewildered by many customs from my girlfriend's native background. We are currently in a long-distance relationship since she's living in Hue right now. With everything going on, we don't know when we'll be able to see each other again (aside from the usual facetime). When I learned about how her lifestyle is and the stuff that is the norm for her, I was quite shocked. I didn't realize how lucky I had it. I can vouch about the financial part, what we make in shorter hours is way above what they could ever make even with a degree. And I agree with you about the whole thing about suddenly wanting to marry someone. I had the same mentality that I needed to this or that before we even thought about marrying. But something inside of me changed and I'm ready to take the next step, but time isn't on our side and we have to wait. And yes, the whole "buying the wife" thing is such an utter shock. I didn't know about that until I asked some friends. LOL.
I've been following your channel for two weeks now, ever since I decided to look up Japanese-style bikes and discovered your "under $100 mamchari" video. I've been binge watching your videos and have learned a great deal. I only got back into biking since I started riding the bike I restored five years ago (I did everything wrong and it felt like it was going to fall apart every time I rode it. It's also from the 80's which got passed onto me during high school back in 2007). With some luck, I was able to find something perfect for my needs, a hybrid urban commuter/fitness. Anyway, I've rambled enough. Keep up the good work with your videos, I love the wholesome vibes of everything between you two. With luck, maybe I'll be able to meet you two once this pandemic subsides. Fingers crossed for spring 2021. For now, take care and be safe. :D
Good comments on this channel.
Good rambling :)
Dude, thank you so much for sharing your story. We only get one chance at life, and I am so happy for you both. There is much to learn from your story. All the best.
Thanks! :)
What a beautiful story
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Two Wheel Cruise: Nice to hear Your story - I have a similar life story - I married my wife (who is Japanese) after being together around five, six weeks in total, but we knew each other for over three Years (mostly being in contact via the internet). Good luck to both of You and thank you for Your videos!
Thanks and wow that's really fast ;)
your a lucky guy to find someone who likes the same things, and a sense of humor, perfect
Lucky indeed :)
I once met a family in the Seattle area that was trilingual. I don't remember for sure what all the languages were, but, as I recall, he spoke German to his wife and children, she spoke Lithuanian to her husband and the children and the children replied in the language spoken to them. (I was amazed to see them switching back and forth instantaneously.) Of course they all spoke English with me and others outside the family. It can be done.
Yeah, we'll likely end up in some way like that.. Glad to hear it's working well for them though!
German, Lithuanian, and English are all similar.
This is so sweet. Thanks for sharing the story!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for cheering me up in these dark times
Any time!
That was a surprise, I always thought she's Japanese😄 Nice trail ride!🙂🚵🏽♂️
sir ger.. nanonood k dn pla sa twc.. 😁😁
watching here also TWC
Ger Victor Ger on the house 🙃
Hala nanuod Ka din Pala sir victor
hahaha nanoof ka parin ng twc sir ger
Hey Cruise, Just subscribed to your channel as one of your vids came up on my home screen a week ago. One of the first videos I watched on your channel is the one where you and your wife built her new mountain bike that you got her for Christmas recently. I find her enthusiasm for not just cycling, but life and adventure in general, quite contagious. I appreciate her sense of humour and it is quite admirable to see how she is helping her family and how she still maintains such a positive outlook. This video about how you met and got married is the one I skimmed your channel for so it is quite timely! I showed my wife a couple of your videos the other night and she felt the same as me about Thuong. She's not just a great companion to you but she adds some very solid elements to your channels purpose I feel. Its quite clear who the lucky one is in your relationship (lol). Take care and all the best to you and Thuong. Scott & Marizza - Vancouver, Canada
Indeed it is very clear who is the lucky one, thanks!! 🙂
The trials and tribulations of international relationships, I can relate. Good video!
Thanks! :)
Amazing story man - wishing you guys nothing but the very best! Only found your channel a few days ago, but really enjoying it thus far!
I really appreciate your honesty about telling the viewers about your personal life, too. I have been privileged enough to live overseas in different cultures since a child. Being a polyglot with an extensive knowledge from different cultures greatly opens up your eyes to world, doesn't it!
I like the way eastern people think, they are more peaceful inside therefore diffusing more positive energy.
I agree with this insight
Great story guys
The foundations of your relationship involve japan
and bikes. You guys are a great couple !
Yep, the channel theme in a way is the foundation of our relationship haha. Thank you! 🙂
Wow, great story. I lived in Hong Kong in the 80's and I met my long time girlfriend at a party at the Japanese Embassy and she was a weird Hong Kong Chinese in that she didn't speak English AT ALL, But she spoke Japanese. We spoke Japanese to each other as well, until she learned English and I finally learned some Chinese...
Vietnamese people and especially Vietnamese women are very hardworking people indeed. I'm from Vietnam but I grew up in France, I was used to the "French lazyness". When I went back to Vietnam the first time, it was a cultural shock. Everybody is working so hard everyday, doing hours and hours non stop. Whereas in France... they always complaining all the time about everything.
You look the more sentimental and she the more pragmatic but maybe I'm wrong. Ahah. You guys seem super cute together. And I agree, when I was studying abroad, Istanbul, I really connected with another foreign girl on the same Turkish language course as me. You really feel understood and connected when you pass for the same difficulties and that excitement of being in another country.
I stumbled on your channel by searching for information on folding bikes. I didn't expect to be drawn in by such an open couple sharing their experiences. Thanks so much for everything you've shared and give to the World. I hope the future rewards you happiness and good fortune ! 😀👍
Thank you!
A very nice love story. Love is more powerful than any differences of nationalities.
It's great that you are sharing about the complications of marrying/dating someone of a different citizenship. Thank you for the insight.
Thanks! :)
Thank you for sharing succinctly, and honestly. This was a gift.
One of my best friends growing up was
Vietnamese. They are very kind and warm people.
been waiting for this. When people ask me, I give them an honest answer but they don't believe me
It's been a long time coming :) Now I will just point new people I meet to this video haha
So perfect that Thuong Chan loves bicycling as well. Like it was meant to be! Look forward to following your adventures in the future, especially if y'all are able to move to Vietnam.
I always say, get marry with someone that love doing things like do. Marry someone that love sharing moments and specially sports with you.
it has been quite a journey for the two of you. Thanks for sharing this and please keep safe in these covid19 days
Thanks, you too! :)
I agree, she is lovely! And she deserves to have an equal partnership/marrige. We love you Thoung ❤
Thanks! :)
wish you nothing but happiness, take care of each other and never stop smiling, you're so inspiring couple!
Man, it's so nice when nice people meet.
May you be together forever, bro !
✌️
Very sweet story. Thanks for sharing. Wishing you both well and bundle of joy and happiness.
Thank you!
That was really interesting. Thanks for sharing your life. Your life will never be boring. May you have a long wonderful life together.
Thank you so much!
Your story brings a smile to my face. Congratulations for both of you
Aw lovely vid. I relate about it being easier speaking with non-native speakers. I find we both speak slower and have a more limited vocabulary so it's just easier to understand each other.
Thank you! 🙂 Yeah, it's much easier to speak with non-Japanese people
The first two videos I watched of yours was the ride around Lake Biwa, then was the ride to Osaka. Your Christmas video when you gave Thuong her new bike had a easter egg in it (wedding photo on the wall), so belated congratulations and can't wait to see more videos.
Thanks! The wedding photos are another fun story ;)
Great video mate! I'm a bit surprised that people confuse Thuong as Japanese!
When you said "those of you who has been following for a while know ...", I thought ah right, I have been following for a while, I got to know of your channel when there were maybe 2k subs, I wonder how many it is now, and then I checked; it's almost 30k! So I guess it's been a while ;-)
Thank you! 🙂 I think it's been about 2.5 years since we were at that point, so you've been waiting quite a while ;)
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豊田。。近いなあ
また日本に帰ってきてね。
名古屋にまた帰ってきてね
Awesome! I hope your relationship continues to blossom into a beautiful future life for you both--and your children! Well done so far!
Since your responsibilities are washing the dishes, I recommend getting a dish washing machine :p
Really though, automating chores really improves the experience of living together and saves so much time, I recommend it for everyone. Vacuum cleaner robot, dish washer, and washing machine/dryer, are really must haves.
very insightful video, thanks for sharing this stuff!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I actually had a Vietnamese foster mother who had come to the US as a child on a boat during the Vietnam War.
Oh wow, I bet she has some stories..
Great story! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks! :)
Congratulations to the two of you; you make a lovely couple. Best wishes for your present and your future, together. Mrs. Two Wheel Cruise has firm ideas about what she wants in the relationship and she is quite forthright in expressing her opinions. This is a good thing. Good communication and respect for each other are paramount for a healthy, happy marriage - all the more so, as your backgrounds are so different. Keep working at it throughout your marriage and you'll be fine. Take care.
Thanks! Communication is key :)
I never knew before that Biwa is actually a lake. Our lesson in Grade 8 music here in the Philippines is Asian music so Vietnam music is part of it and in music of Japan, Biwa is shown in our textbook and it's a stringed musical instrument played while seated. I am so happy I found your channel and watch your stories like this one.
I was stationed in Japan for 4 years and never dated a Japanese girl there but then I transferred to Hawaii and ended up getting married to a Japanese girl. We've been together for almost 10 yrs now and we're thinking of moving to Osaka next year! Yatta!
here's a fellow Vietnamese watching! Keep up the good work! Real glad hearing you guys are moving to Vietnam
Thanks! 😃
Thanks for sharing, guys. All the best. Greeting from America 🇺🇸.
Thank you for sharing! I was once asked why I married a Japanese person. I said with no hesitation that it was because she's the right person. Why else would one get married? When it's right, its right.
Exactly :)
Great, thoughtful story. I'm kind of in the opposite boat as you being a Vietnamese guy who grew up the US who ended up marrying a Japanese woman.
Thank you! 🙂
Wow! Amazing! Love moves mountain thanks for sharing TWC..
Thanks again for another video(story). I am always soooo relaxed after watching you two together on your bicycles. If I found a woman like your adorable wife I'd be temped to propose too!
you made my day man, making a video to tell us about how did you find your soul mate with such amazing storytelling skills is worth given a thumb up...
Thank you so much 😁
Such a nice love story I must say! Congratulations to both!
Thank you so much!
thank you sir, ur story is the definition of what LOVE means I wish u both the best, You have the blessing of a True Woman
Great story, I really enjoyed this. Heart warming to see you both so happy! Good example of how cycling can bring people together.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Two Wheel Cruise BTW I’m planning to emigrate on short term as well, after spending almost a year learning a new language. I’ll probably be taking language class as well then. We’ll see what happens:)
I must say this, TWC. I'm deeply touched by the 2 of you. Always remember the sacrifice you gave for each other. It was Love, and is, and will be, mutual . Oh, btw, i watched the whole 4 hrs of the both of you island hopping before i pondered on this episode.
Even though my wife and i are from the same country - communication can sometimes be difficult - so both communicating in a foreign language can be a bliss!
True, communication is tough regardless of country haha
Nice story. I wish you both well for the future. 👍
Thank you! 😃
Love your story have a vietnamese wife too and we love cycling too her namne is Quyen - stay well and greetings from Sweden.
Thanks for watching!
First bike documentary/narration video I've seen
We've got a lot of them ;)
@@TwoWheelCruise You seem to be a great couple with a honest good mission plan 👍
Good stuff... and, good to chat on our ride the other day. We need to do that again soon..
For sure man! :)
As a bicycle rider I think I can fall in love with any woman who invite me for a long trip by bicycle .... of course being nice in some other several things, but main being a rider also :), nice story
Don't you just love a good love story!, especially in these difficult times.
Thanks! :)
Ur love story is so realistic... People always look for movie type love storyline... Great narration... Thanks for sharing...
Ok that makes a lot more sense. I was a bit confused when I watched the Biwa trip and Fuji. Couldn’t really tell what was going on or if it was in chronological order :)
When in doubt, best to check the chronological order playlist ;)
Two Wheel Cruise 🤦♂️😅
What a great story. Thanks for sharing. Your wife is precious and you must be a good dude in order for her to have married you. Congratulations to both of you. I wish I had developed an interest in foreign culture at a younger age. I'm envious of your life accomplishments. Keep doing what you are doing. Like the videos!
Love your story !! Just found your channel as I bought a new bicycle to be more active. Enjoyed the uploads and looking forward to watch some more. Gambatte ne and arigato for the bike infos you share.
Thanks! Enjoy the new bike!
Enjoy this channel. You guys genuinely seem like nice people. All the best.
Thanks!
Nice couple! Thanks for sharing! In Kazakhstan, there is also a tradition of paying the parents of the bride😁
Thanks! :)
Such a good story. love both your channels .
Awesome story, you done good! (Vietnamese women are the best, but I admit I’m slightly biased... 😉)
They sure are :)
My husband and I love your videos! We’re American husband and Vietnamese wife as well. Thought I’ve never heard of the marriage tradition where the husband should/has to give money to the wife’s family in Vietnam. Maybe it’s an area culture?
Thanks! :)
She said it's national, but she's from the countryside and usually assumes the rules there are the same everywhere lol
Nice story. Lucky boy! Good luck. 👍
Studied Korean, went to school on exchange in Korea and also lived there for a little bit. People are shocked when they find out my wife is Vietnamese.
Nice vid. You're a VERY blessed man, she's very special.
No doubt!
Your new subscriber here.... Keep safe and GODBLESS..... From Philippines
Thanks for subbing!
Very cool story. Thanks for sharing
Our pleasure!
Dowry is quite common in Asia. It's also a common practice in a number of Middle East and Africa countries.
I love your story ... will see another adventure you have
Awesome story, thanks for sharing this with us. May you both have a long prosperous marriage.
Thank you so much!
Thanks for creating and uploading this video. I'm only critical about cyclists who don't have mirrors on their bikes, especially when cycling on urban streets. As a cyclist anywhere or as a MV operator, I always want to know what's up at my 6 o'clock. It's a matter of getting the 'mirror habit' and when you do you won't go back. I also recommend wearing a Hi-vis vest. The while idea is to 'see and be seen'. I know mirrors and Hi-vis vests are 'not cool', but neither is being a cycling accident victim.
Urban cycling has got to be one the most unfriendly cycling venues in the world. I learned to self-protect the hard way by being hit by careless MV operators several times and I was totally in the right every time. In these days of potentially distracted drivers due a lot to the 'smart phone' the risk to cyclists has notched-up a bit. Cyclists have to learn to 'notch up' their defensive tactics as well, IMO. Safety over 'style'. Stay safe!
Thuong Chan is so so cute! (I'm a Japanese girl living in Nagoya…) I miss her!
Couple of months dating and married? Wow. I'd need atleast five or six years of knowing a person for that, I would never rush into marriage.
And you're very lucky to find a genuinely kind Vietnamese person, who is honest *hopefully* My experiences have been very different when dating Vietnamese for many years.
good to know!! thanks for sharing, sweet!!