@@TokyoLens Those fences are quite common in Norway whenever there is a town below steep hills. The prevent big snowdrifts that can cause avlanches from building up. They save lives.
When foreign tourists think of Japan, they usually think of the big cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, etc. But it's the countryside where the hidden gems are found. The people are extremely nice and warm, historical buildings are everywhere, nice sceneries, great food, etc. Thanks for this video!!
There was one person who actually lived in the southern parts of Japan and kept complaining about it. They didn't speak good Japanese at first, were really emotional, and judged the entire country on that one experience. It's like judging the entire USA based on Detroit.
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Answer to the fences...they are snow fences so that the snow drifts on them and not into unwanted areas and more then likely also as a snow anchor to guard against avalanches
@@shawnchamberlin4451 yep. snow fences, that's why they're built so sturdy. you see them in places like Wyoming sometimes... it keeps the drifts from piling up where you don't want them.
"Not in a people mood" as someone who's been working in a supermarket over the pandemic, I felt that 😂 Anyway I desperately want to visit Gifu now so thanks for the adventure!!
This channel is underrated, I can say that for sure. I mean just look at this Man's Hardwork, from editing to providing us to amazing shots..👏👏👏 Great work.
That place with the creek and the koi in it just within arms reach from the pathway looks magical. I don't know any other places where that would work aside from Japan. I wish I would be able to visit, and hopefully live there, someday in the near future.
As soon as you started exploring that area, I imagined that it was growing up and visiting places like that which would have inspired the creators of Zelda. It was really cool to hear you guys comment a little later that you both were getting Zelda vibes.
Not just a bird! It’s golden eagles they were trying to capture! 🦅!! Inuwashi in Japanese. And I wanna see it someday😊 And I thought it was a pillow or something when I saw Mitch was lying down on a bed😂
Japan... hiking... Norm's knowledge... sounds like a good day out to me. I swear Japan is just 2,000 miles of sheer beauty, thanks for showing us more of it! :) and oh hey, Mitch is here. Big fan of the People of Kagoshima channel.
When I was a child I head a weird fascination with walking over different types of ground, and especially with hopping over stones in a river. This video reminded me of that and I can totally share your excitement over that place! :D Also I love how you always enjoy everything around you so much! So many positive vibes in your videos 💕
I’m not gonna lie Norm. I extremely appreciate your content. It’s been a amazing time watching your channel grow and the information you willingly share with everyone is top notch man.
Ayyy another episode of exploring Japan’s beautiful countryside ✨ That camper van reminded me of the one you took a couple years ago with the Tokyo Creative crew to watch the fireworks at the big fireworks festival in Suwako 😃
These are my favorite videos of you! I just can't wait till I can go back to Japan again! You've given me a lot of ideas for things to visit when I'll go back!😁
I really love this video! Japanese countryside is like a treasure chest, full of things that you weren't expecting to find :D I cannot wait for the next video with Mitch!
I love your energy in this video! And thank you for asking what they were taking pictures of, we love seeing you speak japanese with the locals. Please do a cooking series with mitch
The Japanese countryside, like in many other Asian countries, has almost this whimsical quality to it. Even in the older towns and villages, with their narrow streets and cobblestone pathways, makes them feel quaint, homey and welcoming.
Everything was perfect about the video, it made me so happy, County sides are truly the gem of Japan, thanks to mitch who made this journey a memorable one ❤️
Those giant fences I think are snow fences, they kind of just collect snowdrift to stop extra snow from building up in bad spots and reduce chance of avalanches depending where they're placed
Two things stood out to me: 1) The gentleman we see in 16:49 looks exactly like Hayao Miyazaki in the NHK documentary (when he goes to a beach to relax) 2) I saw how beautiful it is the Gujo Hachiman area, but what's the smell like? The fresh air, the moss walls and the feeling of running through a "maze". Just imagining thatt makes me fell a bit lighter.
What a great video! Those "giant cow " fences are to help hold back snow. We have them here in the US where I live. Ours though are usually on the sides of roads to help keep back snow.
This view is amazing, going hiking and camping on Japanese mountains is a dream of mine, it really makes me happy to look at that view even if it's through a screen
8:01 Monkeh watching birds, yes? 😂 I think that those big "cow fences" is to hinder snow from blowing to what ever direction. I have seen similar things along roads in northern Japan and they are to stop snow from blowing up on the road. Beautiful area Norm, those mountains are so amazing 💗
Man, those hidden alley ways! I'm a huge sucker for those. Just feels lived-in and cared by the folks there. With my curiosity, I wouldn't have left a stone unturned in terms of exploration.
That statement about castles was so accurate! Unless it is a super fancy castle like Heimeji, or you have a historical interest in it, they really are a part of the landscape!
@22:15 I'm pretty sure those are to manage the snow banks. I saw the very same in Montana and a local committed it's to keep the drifts from taking over
Thank you so much Norm and Mitch for taking us to gorgeous places off the beaten path and letting us live vicariously through you and your adventures! I can't wait to visit some of these places when all the craziness ends!! Thanks again!
the countryside videos hit different from the city. Its just that the japanese country side feels more calming to the soul. Like to go out there someday
I'm one of those who doesnt watch your videos the moment it's uploaded not because I'm not looking forward to it but instead cause it's so special that I usually save it for later to watch while I'm eating dinner or snacking away at 3am, I hope that makes sense, love your videos! おつかれさま！😎
Oh my gosh, what a fantastic trip!I love the castle in the sky, the little town with the quaint back streets, and the creek with the fish! Pretty sweet camper van! The views were amazing, the food looked delicious, beer is always a plus, and can't go wrong with Cheetos. Thanks for the grand adventure!
Loved all of this! That area looks like such an amazing and friendly place to visit! Driving down that mountain with the RV would have stressed me out. But such gorgeous views, so definitely worth it. Thanks for bringing us along.
As someone who is shy about completing their bucket list things that are more personal and just doesn't like speaking up about things (working on it) I really appreciate the random effort of helping get pictured with mount Fuji for his friend :) It's the little effortless things we do in life that mean a lot to people Norms childlike energy and excitement warms my heart, like, it must be very tiring trying to keep up with him but so worth it lol
I have binge watch a lot of your rural/country side area videos. This place is probably my favorite. This is legit a place I would love to live. I seen the walk around live stream of this town and that was whole lot of yes and more yes.
Ever since i watched your first video i fell in love with how you explore the streets and country sides. It made me fall in love with japan more. Thank you for these kind of vids i hope you keep mesmerizing us woth your contents. Love from Philippines
I guessed that those photographers were probably looking to shoot pictures of some sort of bird of prey. I'm guessing that the "gigantic cow" fences are something to do with wind blown snow preventing it getting blown over the top and causing avalanches. Looks like a great town to visit though with the multitude of back streets with interesting things to discover down them.
The scenery and views throughout this video were absolutely stunning! Just what I needed to start my day. :) Very glad to see you eating a real meal! Also... those pjs... that was awesome.
Mitch: I have never seen Norm so taken with a place Norm: literally jumping around like a 7 year old in the background I can see that 😅 I want to go visit there too!! (Mitch saying it looks like a Zelda game SOLD ME)
Ok Norm, there's so many things to unpack here! I love the excitement you and Mitch shared about Gujo. I was already planning to visit on my next trip, but now I want to even more! I love the channeling of the Avengers at the end of the video...lol! I also believe Mitch may be right, they are either wind breaks or perhaps avalanche barriers. Thank's so much for sharing this, it really made my day!
That last shot of you and Mitch eating Costco pizza is such an awesome one. It reminds me of going to costco after college to have pizza and hotdogs with my friends. Good times
Norm mate I know I say this under most of your videos but your background music selection is always on point. It makes your videos stand out so much from everyone else’s
Wow, everytime I watch your videos, there is this specific delight and it feels like my spririt is being lifted! Such a delight, from the places your visiting to your enthusiasm and the your presentation. great videos, Norm! I'm loving it!
I’m really excited to see your videos in the more remote locations of Japan. I can’t drive (I have no depth perception so it’s a terrifying prospect) so I’d genuinely never get to experience these trips personally. The camper looks really cozy and well appointed! I love that you capture remote areas as well as densely populated spots such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka on the Explore channel too. This was super fun and warm video!
Thank you for all the videos and insight into japanese culture,i've been wanting to visit japan for about half my life and i'm really looking forward to it,hopefully the world is in a better place next year and i'll finally be able to! Thanks once again for being funny and entertaining
Thanks a million for the shout out man! Looking forward to seeing you down in Kagoshima again soon. Great camper van 😉
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Those fences are snow fences. They help prevent drifting snow during winter.
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Was going to write the same. Google says it is called „avalanche protection“ in English 😅
@@TokyoLens Those fences are quite common in Norway whenever there is a town below steep hills. The prevent big snowdrifts that can cause avlanches from building up. They save lives.
Sooo, not to protect against Titan Cows. Got it. 😆
Heh, I knew someone else would have already posted that. There are snow fences all over in the Western USA snowy states.
When foreign tourists think of Japan, they usually think of the big cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, etc. But it's the countryside where the hidden gems are found. The people are extremely nice and warm, historical buildings are everywhere, nice sceneries, great food, etc. Thanks for this video!!
Thanks for always being here!!
There was one person who actually lived in the southern parts of Japan and kept complaining about it. They didn't speak good Japanese at first, were really emotional, and judged the entire country on that one experience. It's like judging the entire USA based on Detroit.
I’ve always wanted to visit the countryside of japan
@@AdachiCabbage if by "southern" you mean Okinawa, I would be so shocked because of how it's so overrun with foreigners from the military bases.
i second this so hard - cities tend to be overrated but the real stuff is in the less populated areas. this is true for basically any country
The old man's grin when he tells you "the birds that fly here." 😂😂
If someone ever interviews me I will give responses like that old man 💜
Ikr lol 😂
WOOOO!!! Believe it or not... this is actually the behind the scenes for a MUCH bigger adventure 😉
How about you? Would YOU drive that RV through the narrow roads of Japan?
Let us know and Join the conversation in the comments section below!! *LONGGGGG LIVESTREAM OF THIS AREA ON TOKYO LENS EXPLORE!!* ruclips.net/video/S5qGWHDNUcE/видео.html
Hi! Beautiful trail! Can you please share the route or the name of the trail? 🙏
I personally wouldn't want to do the driving but would love to visit the area
@@Y3riel lol 😂 literally did 😜
Answer to the fences...they are snow fences so that the snow drifts on them and not into unwanted areas and more then likely also as a snow anchor to guard against avalanches
@@shawnchamberlin4451 yep. snow fences, that's why they're built so sturdy. you see them in places like Wyoming sometimes... it keeps the drifts from piling up where you don't want them.
I love the camper van videos. And this new one is a definite step up.
Massive step up lol
"Not in a people mood" as someone who's been working in a supermarket over the pandemic, I felt that 😂
Anyway I desperately want to visit Gifu now so thanks for the adventure!!
Same!
@Kris Cetinski I work at a supermarket too so same! I'm honestly just happy I got through another Thanksgiving without losing my mind.
Nature nood
This channel is underrated, I can say that for sure. I mean just look at this Man's Hardwork, from editing to providing us to amazing shots..👏👏👏
Great work.
I feel happier every time I click on a Tokyo Lens video. Literally, quite literally, never disappoints. Thanks for the awesome content as always Norm!
These countryside excursions of Japan are what I dream of doing one day. I just feel that I'm getting too old now lol. Thanks Norm!
Thanks for being here!!
That place with the creek and the koi in it just within arms reach from the pathway looks magical. I don't know any other places where that would work aside from Japan. I wish I would be able to visit, and hopefully live there, someday in the near future.
As soon as you started exploring that area, I imagined that it was growing up and visiting places like that which would have inspired the creators of Zelda. It was really cool to hear you guys comment a little later that you both were getting Zelda vibes.
Not just a bird! It’s golden eagles they were trying to capture! 🦅!! Inuwashi in Japanese.
And I wanna see it someday😊
And I thought it was a pillow or something when I saw Mitch was lying down on a bed😂
Man, Japan is such a beautiful place, and Norm's photography is splendid
5:38 "I'm not in a people mood" How I feel everyday 😌😂
Japan... hiking... Norm's knowledge... sounds like a good day out to me. I swear Japan is just 2,000 miles of sheer beauty, thanks for showing us more of it! :)
and oh hey, Mitch is here. Big fan of the People of Kagoshima channel.
Hahaha feels that way sometimes
Agreed, it feel like it's true...
When I was a child I head a weird fascination with walking over different types of ground, and especially with hopping over stones in a river. This video reminded me of that and I can totally share your excitement over that place! :D
Also I love how you always enjoy everything around you so much! So many positive vibes in your videos 💕
I’m not gonna lie Norm. I extremely appreciate your content. It’s been a amazing time watching your channel grow and the information you willingly share with everyone is top notch man.
Mountain towns are so nice. Always fun to watch you get lost in back streets and just explore.
"Standing on a mountain mood". I felt that. It is a real mood.
8:01 the monkey just chilling there :)
21:19 that house is so pretty!
the town is so beautiful! I'd love to go there someday
Norms videos are the absolute best. So therapeutic and beautiful. I can’t wait to travel through Japan one day ❤️
Absolutely love the soundtrack
I loved Mitch’s pokémon onesie. And that village really did look like a Zelda game! Excellent choice of quirky music 😁
Ayyy another episode of exploring Japan’s beautiful countryside ✨ That camper van reminded me of the one you took a couple years ago with the Tokyo Creative crew to watch the fireworks at the big fireworks festival in Suwako 😃
Hahaha I LOVE that you remember that
Made my day
These are my favorite videos of you! I just can't wait till I can go back to Japan again! You've given me a lot of ideas for things to visit when I'll go back!😁
I love spring water. I think it's awesome: it's ancient, pure, & from the Earth.
I really love this video! Japanese countryside is like a treasure chest, full of things that you weren't expecting to find :D I cannot wait for the next video with Mitch!
Next one is gonna be a bit of a big one!!
Those fences are snow fences to keep the snow in place to reduce the chance of avalanches.
I love your energy in this video! And thank you for asking what they were taking pictures of, we love seeing you speak japanese with the locals.
Please do a cooking series with mitch
The castle was beautiful, it definitely is better seeing it from far away.
The Japanese countryside, like in many other Asian countries, has almost this whimsical quality to it. Even in the older towns and villages, with their narrow streets and cobblestone pathways, makes them feel quaint, homey and welcoming.
These countryside video's really show another side of the big crowded Japan, also such a nice view from the mountains
Everything was perfect about the video, it made me so happy, County sides are truly the gem of Japan, thanks to mitch who made this journey a memorable one ❤️
Those giant fences I think are snow fences, they kind of just collect snowdrift to stop extra snow from building up in bad spots and reduce chance of avalanches depending where they're placed
Plethora .. my new favourite word. Such a beautiful place.
Two things stood out to me:
1) The gentleman we see in 16:49 looks exactly like Hayao Miyazaki in the NHK documentary (when he goes to a beach to relax)
2) I saw how beautiful it is the Gujo Hachiman area, but what's the smell like? The fresh air, the moss walls and the feeling of running through a "maze". Just imagining thatt makes me fell a bit lighter.
It's something so cool to see ojii saans up in the hills with their whole camera setup capturing birds.
What a great video! Those "giant cow " fences are to help hold back snow. We have them here in the US where I live. Ours though are usually on the sides of roads to help keep back snow.
This view is amazing, going hiking and camping on Japanese mountains is a dream of mine, it really makes me happy to look at that view even if it's through a screen
8:01 Monkeh watching birds, yes? 😂
I think that those big "cow fences" is to hinder snow from blowing to what ever direction. I have seen similar things along roads in northern Japan and they are to stop snow from blowing up on the road.
Beautiful area Norm, those mountains are so amazing 💗
Some of my favorite travel moments are those ones when you pause to talk to a stranger about something you don't understand. Always interesting.
Man, those hidden alley ways! I'm a huge sucker for those. Just feels lived-in and cared by the folks there. With my curiosity, I wouldn't have left a stone unturned in terms of exploration.
That statement about castles was so accurate! Unless it is a super fancy castle like Heimeji, or you have a historical interest in it, they really are a part of the landscape!
@22:15 I'm pretty sure those are to manage the snow banks. I saw the very same in Montana and a local committed it's to keep the drifts from taking over
Thank you so much Norm and Mitch for taking us to gorgeous places off the beaten path and letting us live vicariously through you and your adventures! I can't wait to visit some of these places when all the craziness ends!! Thanks again!
Norm is like a big kid XD His excitement for the little things is the best!
That is real friendship when u can eat together without saying a word, just chillin
I think one of the best things in life is just enjoy it as it is, on the go, and you do it a lot. I really like your style, keep going
Hey Norm. I really like and appreciate your vids bro.
Please don't ever stop making them man.
Thanks so much!
Our friends brought us to Gujo Castle in 2019 and we loved it! Wish we explored the town more though. Thanks for sharing this!
the countryside videos hit different from the city. Its just that the japanese country side feels more calming to the soul. Like to go out there someday
This made me smile so much. The views were captivating, like one of those paintings where the more you look, the more you find.
Possibly the most beautiful Japanese place I’ve seen you explore. Love it. 👍🏻
I'm one of those who doesnt watch your videos the moment it's uploaded not because I'm not looking forward to it but instead cause it's so special that I usually save it for later to watch while I'm eating dinner or snacking away at 3am, I hope that makes sense, love your videos! おつかれさま！😎
That is the single coolest camper/rv vehicle I’ve seen. I so very much want one. Also those fences are for snow/wind
omg I want that camper ban🥺I'm always excited to watch your videos
thank you for the awesome video as always😊💕
Haha thanks Emi
Was a TON of fun to travel in it!
Hope you get a chance sometime!
Oh my gosh, what a fantastic trip!I love the castle in the sky, the little town with the quaint back streets, and the creek with the fish! Pretty sweet camper van! The views were amazing, the food looked delicious, beer is always a plus, and can't go wrong with Cheetos. Thanks for the grand adventure!
That closing shot. . . . . . . . . . . I love it!
Loved all of this! That area looks like such an amazing and friendly place to visit! Driving down that mountain with the RV would have stressed me out. But such gorgeous views, so definitely worth it. Thanks for bringing us along.
Hahaha it was a rough drive but fun~
I spent one day in Gujo Hachiman but I could totally live there forever. It was so beautiful!
That VIEW!!! So incredible!
you always look with such a good mood! ありがとうございます
We need more of this RV vids.
Hahaha I totally agree with you!!
As someone who is shy about completing their bucket list things that are more personal and just doesn't like speaking up about things (working on it)
I really appreciate the random effort of helping get pictured with mount Fuji for his friend :)
It's the little effortless things we do in life that mean a lot to people
Norms childlike energy and excitement warms my heart, like, it must be very tiring trying to keep up with him but so worth it lol
I want that space in my back garden with the kio swimming up stream and the little lamp post, so nice.
Loved the ending, perfect contrast, like a slow exhale.
Great video! Mitch is back, the views are spectacular, and the photos at the end are funny!!🧡🧡
Glad you enjoyed it!!
@@TokyoLens ❤️
those look like snow catching fences at 4:05. they are meant to reduce snow drift as the wind blows. It must get super windy during snow storms.
I have binge watch a lot of your rural/country side area videos. This place is probably my favorite. This is legit a place I would love to live. I seen the walk around live stream of this town and that was whole lot of yes and more yes.
Im having an amazing time watching this… it’s so beautiful
Love the ways of Norm while cooking nabe, just tearing up the cabbage with the hands 🙌
*sigh* Gujo hachiman a place that has been on my want to visit places for years! It looks so beautiful. Glad to see a little more of it again.
Those little creeks and rivers seem inviting to live beside this time of year but are terrifying during the rainy season.
adding this to the next itinerary! i always get secondhand happiness seeing you get so excited about a place 😭
Ever since i watched your first video i fell in love with how you explore the streets and country sides. It made me fall in love with japan more. Thank you for these kind of vids i hope you keep mesmerizing us woth your contents. Love from Philippines
Those mountains remind me of the scenery in Kurosawa's film "Ran", so vast and beautiful.
Absolutely LOVED that video! This town and surroundings are just gorgeous! Great job Norm!!
I guessed that those photographers were probably looking to shoot pictures of some sort of bird of prey. I'm guessing that the "gigantic cow" fences are something to do with wind blown snow preventing it getting blown over the top and causing avalanches.
Looks like a great town to visit though with the multitude of back streets with interesting things to discover down them.
Honestly the perfect place to visit!
We should do a group thing there lol
The scenery and views throughout this video were absolutely stunning! Just what I needed to start my day. :) Very glad to see you eating a real meal! Also... those pjs... that was awesome.
Hahaha best PJs ever 😂
Such a beautiful picturesque.
Love the video Norm! Thanks for showing us Japan in a different perspective. Can't wait to be back in Japan. 🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
Thanks for being here!!
Okay so I would love camping in something like that, and I love that town. Honestly cannot wait to wander the countryside
"I'm not in a people mood, I'm in nature mood" totally relatable!
So many spots in this that I would love to just sit at and just enjoy the area
Mitch: I have never seen Norm so taken with a place
Norm: literally jumping around like a 7 year old in the background
I can see that 😅 I want to go visit there too!! (Mitch saying it looks like a Zelda game SOLD ME)
LOL was an easy sale~
Adorable!
Ok Norm, there's so many things to unpack here! I love the excitement you and Mitch shared about Gujo. I was already planning to visit on my next trip, but now I want to even more! I love the channeling of the Avengers at the end of the video...lol! I also believe Mitch may be right, they are either wind breaks or perhaps avalanche barriers. Thank's so much for sharing this, it really made my day!
what an excellent slice of life shot at the end
That last shot of you and Mitch eating Costco pizza is such an awesome one. It reminds me of going to costco after college to have pizza and hotdogs with my friends. Good times
Norm mate I know I say this under most of your videos but your background music selection is always on point. It makes your videos stand out so much from everyone else’s
That's some breathtaking scenery
Man these 24 minutes just flew by :(
Loved it. Immersive as always
Liking for the giant pizza slices in silence moment. You two are adorable.
Wow, everytime I watch your videos, there is this specific delight and it feels like my spririt is being lifted! Such a delight, from the places your visiting to your enthusiasm and the your presentation. great videos, Norm! I'm loving it!
I’m really excited to see your videos in the more remote locations of Japan. I can’t drive (I have no depth perception so it’s a terrifying prospect) so I’d genuinely never get to experience these trips personally. The camper looks really cozy and well appointed! I love that you capture remote areas as well as densely populated spots such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka on the Explore channel too. This was super fun and warm video!
The views are stunning and that sense of openness wow.
Loved it so much~
Gujo Hachiman gave me Tallinn, Estonia vibes. Can't wait to visit one day!
Love the camper van! Dreaming of spending a few months exploring the wilds of Japan in one of those and hopefully not encountering any bears 😂
I keep coming back for your edits and super positive attitude. Absolutely love the content and your friend was a joy as well.
Thank you for all the videos and insight into japanese culture,i've been wanting to visit japan for about half my life and i'm really looking forward to it,hopefully the world is in a better place next year and i'll finally be able to! Thanks once again for being funny and entertaining