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  • @AbroadinJapan
    @AbroadinJapan  Год назад +1398

    NOTIFICATION SQUAD: What'd you reckon? Could you be placed on Oshima Island randomly and live there? I'll admit, the spiders were something of a deal breaker.
    Another Wacky Weekend adventure from spiders and ATV's, to volcanoes and Japanese festivals - had an absolute blast as always. Special thanks to Daniel for being such a legendary guide.
    And thanks to Insta360 for sponsoring the episode with the awesome Insta360 Go 3. Having used their cameras for the last 3 years on Journey Across Japan and Wacky Weekend, it was a ton of fun experimenting with what may be the ultimate travel vlogging camera. ⭐Grab yours over here at: store.insta360.com/product/go-3?insrc=INRF3T8&KOL&AbroadinJapan&

    • @jogrimes
      @jogrimes Год назад +13

      Barry Chopsticks

    • @broisbored
      @broisbored Год назад +16

      The spiders alone make me say no

    • @ocha4443
      @ocha4443 Год назад

      yes

    • @企鹅120
      @企鹅120 Год назад

      I luv baguettes

    • @sheppertonstudios8253
      @sheppertonstudios8253 Год назад +1

      You just made Sunday great again! Looking forward to watching this while we have supper!

  • @najimidayo
    @najimidayo Год назад +3336

    Kanagawa-san's energy is contagious and i cant help but smile when she said "no mos burger"

    • @justsomeguycalledkaraka5614
      @justsomeguycalledkaraka5614 Год назад +90

      Kana-goat

    • @AbroadinJapan
      @AbroadinJapan  Год назад +761

      She and Kiri san were absolute legends! Everyone on the island was so damn friendly.

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад

      Who cares about Kanagawa?
      She will go to hell for not worshipping Allah. Every Japanese will go to hell for not believing in Islam.

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад +3

      Japan need Islam, Quran and sharia law to save their country from evil atheism.

    • @Nickshreds890
      @Nickshreds890 Год назад +40

      You can see how full of life and joy she is :). She is surrounded by nature and has access to fresh food ! What a wonderful island. I'm hoping more people will come to appreciate Oshima island 🏝

  • @iskandertime747
    @iskandertime747 Год назад +3823

    Nice to hear you speaking Japanese with such ease and confidence, Chris.

    • @mfaizsyahmi
      @mfaizsyahmi Год назад +205

      He's eyeing for the NHK

    • @AbroadinJapan
      @AbroadinJapan  Год назад +1908

      My pronunciation wasn’t great I’ll admit. Still I definitely plan to speak more Japanese in videos going forward. Been secretly studying recently 😉

    • @zorchboy6370
      @zorchboy6370 Год назад +68

      Don't stress it, most can't tell you have an accent @@AbroadinJapan

    • @Mechjeb661
      @Mechjeb661 Год назад

      ​@@AbroadinJapanTo learn better pronunciation you will need to watch the much dreaded Japanese television.

    • @carlosa7598
      @carlosa7598 Год назад +39

      ​@@AbroadinJapandon't worry about your accent, most countries I visited like my English accent.lol😂

  • @siberianwinds
    @siberianwinds Год назад +2046

    Connor: Daniel's a prisoner.
    Chris: Well, he's from Australia.
    Me: 💀

    • @zhengyong5863
      @zhengyong5863 Год назад +67

      I literally spat my drink when he said that 🤣🤣

    • @HouseMDaddict
      @HouseMDaddict Год назад +67

      Chris is very good with the quick wit

    • @SpacemanSmee
      @SpacemanSmee Год назад +30

      Yeah flew over the Welshman’s head 🤣

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад

      Who cares about Daniel or Australia?
      Daniel will go to hell for not worshipping Allah. Every Aussies who don't believe in Islam will go to hell

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад +1

      Japan need Islam, Quran and sharia law to save their country from evil atheism.

  • @yungje0n
    @yungje0n Год назад +1660

    That old Japanese woman's outlook on happiness is honestly inspirational. Happiness for her doesn't stem from convenience and luxury, rather from wholeness of life; being one with world. Truly inspirational.

    • @estevaoabel3439
      @estevaoabel3439 Год назад +33

      true, to live in such a place with houses overlooking the sea and the fresh sea wind coming through and nature just at the backdoor...truly the best place to unwind from all the horrible and stressful stuff going on in the city

    • @gallowz1980
      @gallowz1980 Год назад +17

      in spite of an alarming population of Huntsman spiders no less ❤

    • @namelessking111
      @namelessking111 Год назад +10

      No wonder old people live really long in Japan. With these types of places there's just peace and serenity, no stress and mental health issues you get from modern day societies.

    • @pannajohns5255
      @pannajohns5255 Год назад +3

      I wish I could live in such a peaceful and quiet place. Clean air, ocean breeze nearby etc. the only thing that would concern me are the spiders, I have really bad arachnophobia, just glancing at these spider on the video made me shiver and itchy all over

    • @NoTengoDinero69
      @NoTengoDinero69 Год назад +8

      She was an adorably kind soul. I’d love to hear more about her past on the island. She reminds me of the older folks I met in Alberta. Just nice and down to Earth about the unique way they were raised in the wilderness of a major country. Just lovely to see.

  • @yoyoyouka
    @yoyoyouka Год назад +839

    I usually generalise the content with the featured guest
    Feat @CdawgVA: Survival, Horror, Tragedy
    Feat @joey the animation lad: Family, Fun, Food

    • @jamesGobilzkame
      @jamesGobilzkame Год назад +54

      joey the animation manga lad truly the favorite child.

    • @cynthialenz4962
      @cynthialenz4962 Год назад +81

      But we're still missing Taken for Garnted!

    • @G_-gn8ec
      @G_-gn8ec Год назад +8

      The day that happens the world will be at peace

    • @manmohansinghthakur9445
      @manmohansinghthakur9445 Год назад +3

      connor will always remain the middle child

    • @TheBestComicKing
      @TheBestComicKing 5 месяцев назад

      I wonder if Garnt would be somewhere in the middle.

  • @snapwilson316
    @snapwilson316 Год назад +923

    You didn't spend enough time in the KiriKiri restaurant, the lady hand-carved EVERYTHING in there, including some of the furniture. Really amazing place.

    • @akiheavenly6
      @akiheavenly6 Год назад +139

      My thoughts exactly! I think that restaurant deserves a video on its own. There must be a whole lot of story behind that place. All that wooden furniture was beautiful. The whole place looks like something you'd find in Bali.

    • @heatherwalker5029
      @heatherwalker5029 Год назад +54

      She seems like a wonderful lady

    • @kagekun1198
      @kagekun1198 Год назад +46

      Her use of English really caught me off guard. She looks like a remarkable woman!

    • @thetokyotexan
      @thetokyotexan Год назад +46

      @@akiheavenly6 she has been studying English for the last few years. She is always a blast to hang out with, I will make some videos about her and the restaurant soon.

    • @akiheavenly6
      @akiheavenly6 Год назад +2

      @@thetokyotexan oh cool, let us know 🤗

  • @GameGingo
    @GameGingo Год назад +742

    The restaurant owner talking about life on the island was really inspiring and uplifting. Wish I could escape to a tranquil place like that. Sometimes, less is more.

    • @Spartan-sz7km
      @Spartan-sz7km Год назад +19

      Probably when I'm older I'll find somewhere like that and enjoy life before it ends

    • @Haskellerz
      @Haskellerz Год назад +11

      Join the JET program. Pick Tokyo as your preferred place and they will send you to a remote island

    • @denimadept
      @denimadept Год назад +2

      Well, until the next eruption, anyway.

    • @rachelar
      @rachelar Год назад

      ​@@Haskellerzexactly what they wanted me to do and go

    • @Opalthira
      @Opalthira Год назад

      @@Haskellerz dont you need some kind of college degree to do that?

  • @taylurjack
    @taylurjack Год назад +596

    Chris!! Speaking japanese with the locals again?!?! So amazing to see. The confidence, the execution. Great work man. Know you wanted to start doing that again.

    • @cooljammer00
      @cooljammer00 Год назад +11

      Maybe Ken Watanabe scared him straight.

  • @MrFahrenheit9
    @MrFahrenheit9 Год назад +252

    Hands down most unexpectedly heartfelt video I saw from Chris this whole year! Idk why, but Kiri-san, Kanagawa-san, and even the worker in the restaurant that asked for the correct word for the menu - so cute, so real! The festival looks straight up from the Wanokuni arc in One Piece, with everyone dancing. Amazing, really

  • @iamjeffaroni
    @iamjeffaroni Год назад +551

    It might not be a big deal but I really appreciated how you featured you speaking Japanese with Kanagawa-san and Kiri-san. I don’t know why but it just felt more genuine to see and hear both sides of the conversation. Excellent video! 🙌

    • @Omni0404
      @Omni0404 Год назад +11

      I loved Kanagawa-san so much!

  • @thetokyotexan
    @thetokyotexan Год назад +363

    We appreciate you visiting our tiny island🏝️ . The video was awesome! Fantastic editing, and I appreciate that you were able to highlight some of the locals. I hope you'll be able to attend the camellia festival the following year. I'd also like to show you some of the Local crafts. Get a hands on experience.

    • @takolatte6708
      @takolatte6708 Год назад +2

      We’re you the tall man in a Happi coat dancing at 37:45 ?

    • @thetokyotexan
      @thetokyotexan Год назад +38

      @@takolatte6708 no that guy was visiting from Sweden . I’m to the left of him with a white head band on. I am the tallest one there 😂 I was on the IRL live stream tho talking with Connor During the festival .

  • @GHar94
    @GHar94 Год назад +373

    I love that you now feature guests and tell some of their story, WW is now a great mix between your informative format, and Connor’s insanity. Not to forget the exceptional work Paul does.

  • @kinneas
    @kinneas Год назад +600

    The people on the island are so friendly. Kanagawa-san is a true G.

  • @CoupleaNerdz
    @CoupleaNerdz Год назад +237

    Seriously though!! Chris is a natural documentarian!
    Turning a whacky weekend into a little documentary with stunning shots - this is what I love!!!

  • @DXPetti
    @DXPetti Год назад +653

    Wow - this is a genuine surprise. Thanks Chris and Connor for sharing Oshima with us. I feel like next time I go to Japan, I don't need to make my way down to Okinawa but rather get the same vibes with a 30 min sauna flight instead right out of Tokyo! Love it

    • @new_handoru
      @new_handoru Год назад +11

      沖縄はリゾート地ですが、大島はただの島。東京から沖縄でも2時間で行けます。

    • @nigsbalchin226
      @nigsbalchin226 Год назад +2

      And still in the Tokyo prefecture.

    • @thetokyotexan
      @thetokyotexan Год назад +15

      You can also come to the island by jet boat. It Takes 1 hour 45 minute from Tokyo.

  • @madisonshay
    @madisonshay Год назад +228

    That woman who carved all that stuff is amazing.
    Edit: actually they all were. This island is so beautiful, the people included.

    • @iggle6448
      @iggle6448 Год назад +7

      I would have liked to hear more from her. She sounded like a rather exceptional woman.

    • @nobitanobi3475
      @nobitanobi3475 Год назад +3

      @@iggle6448 ikr she is so cool!

    • @iggle6448
      @iggle6448 Год назад

      @@nobitanobi3475 👍

  • @Patterrz
    @Patterrz Год назад +164

    Connor says he likes the van, gets in and immediately talks about how awful it is

    • @nigsbalchin226
      @nigsbalchin226 Год назад

      It shows how much you appreciate something, when you pick it to pieces! 😊

    • @silis_pap8473
      @silis_pap8473 Год назад +3

      Very British of him 😂

    • @chequesaurus
      @chequesaurus Год назад +2

      That’s how you know he likes it

  • @singlaki
    @singlaki Год назад +103

    Gotta say Chris your videos had become really high quality through the years. When you started uploading longer type videos initially I was "no way I am watching 40 Min of this" but they turned out to be really interesting, uplifting and informative on top of that. I don't know if I'll ever have the luck to travel to Japan but your channel really makes me wanna go there.
    Best regards from Greece!!!

    • @thedragonofthewest5789
      @thedragonofthewest5789 Год назад +1

      greetings from Turkey! been to xios island and it was fantastic!!!

    • @carriepadgett2743
      @carriepadgett2743 Год назад +2

      40 flew by and felt like 20!

    • @TallicaMan1986
      @TallicaMan1986 4 месяца назад

      Look at the owner of the Kirikiri restaurant. She opened that in her 50s. So you never know.

  • @mrthewubbie
    @mrthewubbie Год назад +26

    I gotta tell you, your videos have really helped me learning Japanese with cultural context. The very first time I tried out my language skills on an actual Japanese person, as you have said, the first thing out of her mouth was "oh, your Japanese is so good!" Then I remembered your warning: "she doesn't really mean it, she's just being polite". So I waved the compliment off with a "zenzen", and everyone in the room lit up, laughed, and I was able to comfortably speak to them, and them to me. After assuring me that they really did, in fact, think my Japanese was pretty good for a gaijin baka, lol.

  • @StrayHat
    @StrayHat Год назад +150

    I always love it when Chris talks to the locals to get their perspective. Added to his own experience it gives a nice, broad view of these places.

  • @jessicanigri
    @jessicanigri Год назад +3388

    Look i'm sorry but where is your Netflix series??? The quality of these videos is INSANE. Thank you for all the effort holy fk 👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @tripolibeats7969
      @tripolibeats7969 Год назад +69

      true dude I love this I can watch an entire netflix series of you going everywhere with connor, amazing duo :D

    • @Meg_A_Byte
      @Meg_A_Byte Год назад +27

      I don't know how is it possible that the videos are still getting better and better.

    • @Chalepastel
      @Chalepastel Год назад +22

      have you watched "Cat Nation"? Chris was the host and it is... pretty good

    • @Gumdropnipples
      @Gumdropnipples Год назад +69

      The answer to your question is that Abroad in Japan is too good for netflix.

    • @gateauxq4604
      @gateauxq4604 Год назад +55

      They’d underpay him for everything and take the rights for all of it. I think he’s got a better deal on youtube, as messwd up as that is.

  • @VariousThings01
    @VariousThings01 Год назад +60

    I love that at 31:15, with all the spiders, while Chris is stating his total fear of spiders, Connor discovers the lack of venom they have and immediately becomes a gremlin.

  • @thatkenesu9843
    @thatkenesu9843 Год назад +116

    Really love that Chris interviewed the locals himself in Japanese. Would be great to see more of it

  • @endergolem9977
    @endergolem9977 Год назад +35

    When the innkeeper of the Pressed Flower was talking about Oshima's strong points, such as the nature, the fields, and the sea, she momentarily felt and sounded like a Studio Ghilbi character. It's a testament to how magical that place must be, and how some of the residents afford a relaxed nature to life

  • @stepanvrana88
    @stepanvrana88 Год назад +244

    Good stuff Chris, you never fail to disapoint with wacky weekend. Also finding these new cool places in Japan is such a fun concept keep it up! Much love from Czech Republic

    • @rovidelarosa
      @rovidelarosa Год назад +32

      "You never fail to disappoint"? Meaning Chris always disappoints you?

    • @eli.k9190
      @eli.k9190 Год назад +7

      Wow you must really hate his videos LMAO

    • @stepanvrana88
      @stepanvrana88 Год назад +11

      Oh my bad i ment the opposite

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад

      I think you should be more disappointed for not believing in Islam. You will go to hell.

    • @A.A1891
      @A.A1891 Год назад

      All Japanese will go to hell for not believing in Islam. There is too much atheists in Japan. Atheism is the reason Japan is uncivilized and evil.

  • @BewareTheLilyOfTheValley
    @BewareTheLilyOfTheValley Год назад +70

    Oh my, this is more like a Journey Across Japan episode! And given that you've explored the main prefectures now, visiting the islands would be a great next step.

  • @Apoteoosi
    @Apoteoosi Год назад +116

    What an incredible video, especially those encounters with the locals felt extremely natural and pleasant.

  • @wehojm7320
    @wehojm7320 Год назад +19

    This was such an enjoyable vlog. You guys packed in a lot touring the small island. A real adventure. The people are fantastic,

  • @anima05
    @anima05 Год назад +31

    Amazing content, Chris. I could really feel how much you both enjoyed a different Tokyo than the one we are all used to :) Great hearing you speak japanese, too. Thank you for this great introduction to this beautiful island! ❤❤

  • @askatamvan1054
    @askatamvan1054 Год назад +91

    Chris & Connor Wacky Weekend is always such a treat

  • @cheyennemoore8380
    @cheyennemoore8380 Год назад +68

    This is so beautiful. I loved the conversations with real Japanese people and that you Dan for being an amazing tour guide! Love wacky weekend.

  • @PM-bv1ir
    @PM-bv1ir Год назад +63

    Love that he interacted with Japanese people and helped them fix the phrase. Wanna see more of Chris interacting with the locals. Love watching you sponsor items too. :)

  • @japantoamerica
    @japantoamerica Год назад +24

    It is a well-edited video, as always. I love it when Chris interviews local people, who give the sense of what it's like to live there.

  • @LittleBear97
    @LittleBear97 Год назад +52

    Really liked the change of pace when you interviewed Kanagawa-san, it was nice not having a video that was an all-out sprint for the entire 40 minute run time. Interviewing her was a great way to get people personally invested in the history of the island. 10/10 video
    👍

  • @peter83810
    @peter83810 Год назад +72

    wacky weekend is such a great show. I love both personalities and how you guys bounce of each other. Nice comedy with a day in Japan experience.

  • @tyranitararmaldo
    @tyranitararmaldo Год назад +48

    This is a perfectly quintessential video to show someone why Chris' videos are so good. You get the funny interactions between him and his friends, amazing shots, but the best part is the rapport Chris has when he talks to locals. I know it's a pain to sub it all afterwards. But it's great to hear the local knowledge, while Chris makes the other person feel comfortable with his humour (which does come through even in Japanese).
    Also 40 minutes?! I'm settling in for the night with this!

    • @iggle6448
      @iggle6448 Год назад +1

      To be honest, I find some of Chris' interactions with his friends less than funny. Connor's injury was not funny.

    • @leorionayil4639
      @leorionayil4639 Год назад +1

      @@iggle6448 It was not on purpose. I'm sure he's sorry about this (a little at least)

    • @iggle6448
      @iggle6448 Год назад +1

      @@leorionayil4639 It's nice that Chris has such a loyal apologist. The push was on purpose and fraught with potential dangers. Connor was very fortunate to escape with relatively minor, albeit painful, recoverable injuries. I used to tell my sons "If you have to say sorry then it's too late. THINK before you do something stupid!" Chris might want to reflect on that caution.

  • @beyond-the-night
    @beyond-the-night Год назад +14

    The photo of all those ships at 23:08 was insane to see!!! Super cool!!! The view at 24:20 is absolutely stunning~!! (And again at 26:20 those shots are absolutely beautiful). Senzu No Kiridoshi's entrance looks straight out of a fantasy show, it's lovely. "Are you RUclipsr?" strikes again XD. This was a really fun video!!!

    • @thetokyotexan
      @thetokyotexan Год назад +1

      @beyond-the-night 24:20 is Habu port and 26:20 is Toshiki for reference if you ever visit.

    • @beyond-the-night
      @beyond-the-night Год назад +1

      @@thetokyotexan Thank you!!

  • @Snugboy
    @Snugboy Год назад +20

    Been so amazing and inspiring seeing your quality grow and grow over the last 10 years, and this video just blew me away yet again. That 40 minutes went by in a flash. Thanks Chris and Connor!!

    • @Ludiscere
      @Ludiscere Год назад +1

      snugboy! woah fancy seeing you here

    • @Snugboy
      @Snugboy Год назад

      @@Ludiscere Well well well if it ain’t my old buddy

  • @joshbudd9959
    @joshbudd9959 Год назад +5

    Never donated like this before but really enjoy the video!

  • @Netjak
    @Netjak Год назад +97

    I don't know why but i got kind of emotional seeing the festival. Seeing the lanterns and people just enjoying each others company and dancing around really hit me. What a beautiful site, and it really shows that the beauty in simplicity away from all the chaos and bustle of a large city.

    • @TATOOINETABLEFLIP
      @TATOOINETABLEFLIP Год назад +4

      I’ve been to several on my many trips over and it’s a joyous, emotional, utterly fantastic experience every single time!

  • @marghanfreeman5194
    @marghanfreeman5194 Год назад +39

    Kiri-san looks like a guardian of Oshima - I feel so safe and cozy watching her ! Hope she stays happy and healthy for many more years to come!

  • @inksmears
    @inksmears Год назад +27

    There's this tiny little spider that's been crawling around on my ceiling the past few days that was making me nervous, but after watching this video I now look at it in relief. I don't think visiting remote corners of Japan would be for me so thanks as always for showing them to us! 😂 Your filmography continually impresses me!

  • @guptacorp
    @guptacorp Год назад +9

    Great video, looks like Fun! Pro tip: whenever wandering around remote woods or mountain trails bring a walking stick. You could find and use a long tree branch. Beat the ground ahead of your feet to scare away snakes and pests, or swing it in the air in front of you to break spider webs. You want to trek like a pro, bring a long machete like in Indiana Jones films!

  • @victoriawalk2198
    @victoriawalk2198 Год назад +104

    How awesome was Kiri San ? What a treasure❤
    This island is way up on my bucket list now. Another epic Wacky Weekend

  • @DarrenDayo0903
    @DarrenDayo0903 Год назад +74

    Kanagawa san was just delightful wasn’t she, she was passionate but soft spoken. Very cool to learn how different the island was from the city.

  • @gaia7350
    @gaia7350 Год назад +51

    chris talking with the locals is just such a nice change to see on video... that reminds me of the time he interviewed multiple people after the 2011 earthquake and how it affected their life.
    These last few months I was thinking about what was left for chris to explore in Japan but seeing these small interviews and stories about random people in Japan give me hope that Chris can make so so much more content about this beautiful country and its people

  • @doubledirt
    @doubledirt Год назад +36

    im ngl when the old lady was saying why you should live in oshima and how much she loved it and seeing the view i teared up. I feel like they are living a true life and a calming one.

  • @siennaross6704
    @siennaross6704 Год назад +16

    Should’ve had Joey come along for that abandoned school!
    Fun fact, huntsman spiders don’t make webs! They chase down their prey on foot. So they’re very fast when they hustle!
    I don’t think they can even climb on cobwebs, they’re too heavy.

    • @ssfbob456
      @ssfbob456 Год назад +4

      I could have gone my entire life not knowing that the giants spiders will chase me and been perfectly content.

  • @NielsKrijger
    @NielsKrijger Год назад +46

    Loved Daniel's contribution, he seems like an awesome guy!

  • @FRYEM-or1
    @FRYEM-or1 Год назад +36

    Something about this video just felt so cozy and personally brought peace to an otherwise stressful week. Really felt like I just watched a slice of life anime of two friends just enjoying summer 😂

  • @HeyLookaSandwich
    @HeyLookaSandwich Год назад +19

    One of your best videos! This was a fantastic mix of fun shenanigans, and appreciation for the culture and people of the island. Loved hearing you speak more japanese as well. Implementing the locals of the island makes the video so much more heartfelt. Thanks for all your hard work, Chris

  • @SuperCoffebean
    @SuperCoffebean Год назад +2

    This is the reason I bought your book. Top notch quality video. Honestly please never stop doing these the duo with you and conor is just gold

  • @TheRizzler_1
    @TheRizzler_1 Год назад +6

    The cinematography, the pacing, and the content within were all incredible. Good Job Chris!

  • @mendo5459
    @mendo5459 Год назад +6

    Fantastic yet again Chris, had me smiling throughout! I saw Connors livestream of the festival at the end there and it looked really fun

  • @gonzosoldier8179
    @gonzosoldier8179 Год назад +41

    It was so nice to see you speaking Japanese with people. This vid had a nice unscripted feel to it. Thanks Chris

  • @Eric-mz9en
    @Eric-mz9en Год назад +7

    Cool video. Felt like a different step in direction yet refreshingly simple. Thanks guys. Always look forward to a Abroad in Japan.

  • @janwilson9485
    @janwilson9485 Год назад +3

    Lovely video of a gorgeous island, even without convienience stores!! Loved the balance between silliness and travalogue and am very jealous of your trip to the local curry house.

  • @misamisamisamisamisamisa
    @misamisamisamisamisamisa Год назад +4

    It's such a beautiful place and the locals are wonderful! My favourite part is the kirikiri curry restaurant. Thank you Chris, Connor and Daniel for such a great video. ❤️

  • @CHEFPKR
    @CHEFPKR Год назад +58

    Fun video boys and I will say, absolutely buying that camera for my trip to Japan next month.

  • @BrendanPNW
    @BrendanPNW Год назад +6

    Probably yours greatest video as it has everything from tourism education, crazy adventures, interesting locals and more. Excellent job on this video. I had been looking forward to the video since Connor's Twitch stream and all the Podcast talk on this trip. Always keeping your videos fresh, fun and informative.

  • @radiobehemoth9334
    @radiobehemoth9334 Год назад +78

    NGL, I feel like you could do a whole series wherein you just to go the rural, out-of-sight areas of Japan like this one and just interview the elderly.
    I might be cherry-picking here but they are all so fascinating to listen to.
    Kind, accommodating and all so eager to give you a personalised account on the local history.
    Just sit, have some tea with them and listen to a kindly old man talk your ear off about how the olden days were.
    Anyway, certainly going to write this down as a to-go place when I plan my Japan Visit.
    I prefer scenic vistas over the hustle of the city anyway.

  • @BarryWarne
    @BarryWarne Год назад +10

    “S L O W L Y” was probably the word the menu was aiming at.

  • @hanktank45
    @hanktank45 Год назад +5

    These are my favorite videos to watch. I love the interesting settings and incredible camera work. The shots of the island are genuinely incredible. It's also fun with Connor because Chris swaps his character a bit from being the cynical one to being the one more enthusiastic and trying to make Connor break.

  • @RushikeshPardeshi-m9d
    @RushikeshPardeshi-m9d Год назад +58

    Only Chris can make a video that is 40 mins long but feels like 5 mins, need more of it ... Absolutely beautiful !!!

  • @Kinetic_Storm
    @Kinetic_Storm Год назад +21

    I’m not even all the way through the video yet but honestly Chris, this is some of the most entertaining and engaging content I’ve seen. Mix in amazing production, editing and a sponsored segment that integrates seamlessly and I’ve gotta say, absolute standout

  • @moneyshuddle7094
    @moneyshuddle7094 Год назад +29

    The twitch stream Connor did with Chris at the summer festival was awesome! The vibes were truly immaculate.

  • @NeighborHoodWeeb
    @NeighborHoodWeeb Год назад +68

    I’ve always wished i could experience a real traditional Japanese festival, it seems like it’d be a blast

    • @grimsladeleviathan3958
      @grimsladeleviathan3958 Год назад +2

      The way they just joined in on the dance, and no one cared if they were doing it right and seeing everyone just having fun, makes me feel like I would want to join in the dance as well!! It seems like a place for a large amount of laughter and joy.

  • @MarkipliyeyTheFifth
    @MarkipliyeyTheFifth Год назад +8

    The production quality on all your videos is insane! I feel like i'm watching a BBC adventure channel, but even better.

  • @jeremytome
    @jeremytome Год назад +37

    It’s crazy how well Huntsman spiders can hide and be transported. Enjoy your new studio and guest spider.

  • @Cruzbeast69gaming
    @Cruzbeast69gaming Год назад +7

    THE BEST WACKY WEEKEND EVER!!!! Soo hilarious but informative also. Great work Chris.! I also have the insta360... love it!

  • @catherine_404
    @catherine_404 Год назад +6

    Your videos are so, so very wholesome, 10/10 of pure goodness. Thank you. Thank you also for these chill conversations with the locals. Nothing fancy, and it's best this way. Much respect!

  • @arthea3445
    @arthea3445 Год назад +75

    So, just so you know, I've long dreamed of visiting Japan, but due to (not only) economic reasons, I never could. Now finally, I'm coming toTokyo in 2 weeks, attending a language school for three months with the GoGoNihon program, which I came to know thank to your videos. Let's just say that watching your videos, slowly gave me that little something I needed to decide to just do it, so... Thank you a lot. (Sorry for my broken english)

    • @Daniel-od1hq
      @Daniel-od1hq Год назад +9

      congrats! very inspirational!

    • @iloveyouskii
      @iloveyouskii Год назад +9

      good shit man, proud of you

    • @soldc
      @soldc Год назад +6

      Wow nice!!! Wish you the best on your trip

    • @arthea3445
      @arthea3445 Год назад +6

      @@soldc Thank you a lot 😊

    • @flabiger
      @flabiger Год назад +4

      Your "broken" english is better than a good portion of my fellow Americans' english.

  • @ravioli178
    @ravioli178 Год назад +2

    Videos like this really want me to go to japan to experience the culture of its various regions. Not the touristy places but outside of the cities and see the rural side of it.

  • @41tinman41
    @41tinman41 Год назад +42

    I would love to live in Oshima. Language barrier aside, I could feel right at home given the cozy, laid back feel of the island. To think that it's right by Tokyo, one of the busiest cities in Japan! Those restaurants looked quaint and Ghibli-esque! I hope that more people do come to Oshima, both to vacation and to stay!

  • @BlackSheepInSheepsClothing
    @BlackSheepInSheepsClothing Год назад +19

    I've never really wanted to visit Japan before, even after watching almost all of Abroad in Japan's videos, but this little island seems so nice, so relaxing, so unique; I really wanna go see it for myself!

    • @naturesfinest2408
      @naturesfinest2408 Год назад

      That's what i was feeling. The food is inexpensive and good, not a lot of people, the beautiful scenery. I wanted to go to japan out of idle curiosity. This made me want to go to Japan for something.

  • @Ozai75
    @Ozai75 Год назад +89

    I'd love to see if Japan had a Spiders Matsuri to see if Chris's love for festivals could overpower his fear of spiders.

  • @auxoraaa
    @auxoraaa Год назад +3

    Absolutely gorgeous video! full of culture and fun :) thanks Chris and Connor for another amazing Wacky Weekend

  • @alanharrold1982
    @alanharrold1982 Год назад +7

    Sorry Chris, it's no good complaining how hot it is in August and telling everyone the only thing to do is stay in doors, if you then go to an island jungle in 40 degrees. That said well worth it, so informative and lovely interaction with the locals. Especially the expression on your face realising there really is no fast food on the island.Thank you for your and the teams incredible work!

  • @LeBrosWeekly
    @LeBrosWeekly Год назад +10

    This wacky weekend feels like a mini abroad in Japan compared to some other ones ! Love the video Chris!

  • @iskandertime747
    @iskandertime747 Год назад +47

    "Having a convenience store is not happiness"-words to live by...

  • @PopTartNeko
    @PopTartNeko Год назад +19

    Best episode. MORE rural japan stuff please!

  • @zetomer5468
    @zetomer5468 11 месяцев назад +5

    4:47 Little did Chris know that 3 months later he would praise a very similar car despite it being even worse.

  • @TATOOINETABLEFLIP
    @TATOOINETABLEFLIP Год назад +5

    Another great Ep boys!!
    That school : 😳
    On my very first trip over in 2003 I had to battle a huntsman in the middle of the night. Couldn’t sleep until I’d disposed of it.
    Also really good to hear you leaning into speaking Japanese chris! I was starting to worry that you’d maybe insulated yourself with so many English speaking folks that you’d end up never speaking Japanese. Well done!

  • @zachp0007
    @zachp0007 Год назад +24

    The quality just keeps getting better and better. Keep up the good work Chris!

  • @Smokereign88
    @Smokereign88 Год назад +240

    As someone with aracnophobia, I almost broke my monitor a few times watching this video.

    • @takra9582
      @takra9582 Год назад +2

      oh no, now i‘m scared…

    • @HansWurst1569
      @HansWurst1569 Год назад +10

      Shit I have it too. I was hoping someone could post time stamps of when they are on screen.

    • @Nynke_K
      @Nynke_K Год назад +12

      ​@@HansWurst1569if I remember correctly they were all in the abandoned school segment - skip that and you're likely to be fine! Oh, and the intro preview

    • @kristoffer8609
      @kristoffer8609 Год назад +4

      Sounds like a you problem.

    • @Ezepasch
      @Ezepasch Год назад +2

      ​@@Nynke_Kthank you, i luckily turned my phone away when i heard huntsman

  • @VerhoevenSimon
    @VerhoevenSimon Год назад +20

    That looked like a magnificent weekend, and I loved the way the restaurant owner talked about what living on the island was like.

  • @privilegedchromosome
    @privilegedchromosome Год назад +5

    The energy in this video is so high! I love it when Connor tags along. 👏

  • @arigato22
    @arigato22 Год назад +4

    You guys really love having tall, tanned aussies on your channels? Dan is the embodiment of all that is good about JET; the energy, enthusiasm, politeness... I forgot how fun it was when I was on JET 10 years ago :) Huntsman are nothing, I usually leave them creeping around. If I can, I try to capture and throw them outside. But they're good to scare away other insects :)

  • @Kiyo-Ku
    @Kiyo-Ku Год назад +22

    The idea of a volcanic island south of the Kanto mainland sounded a little familiar to me, so I looked it up, and it seems Izu Oshima is the exact island Cinnabar Island from Pokémon was based on! Just thought that was neat!

    • @thetokyotexan
      @thetokyotexan Год назад +2

      Yes ,that’s correct . Also, this Island is referenced in a lot more popular culture such as The ring, Godzilla, and many other things.

  • @XYXYZ
    @XYXYZ Год назад +5

    The quality in your video is just INSANE, keep it up!

  • @sorah8850
    @sorah8850 Год назад +5

    It's so cool to see you sponsored by a camera brand!! Also thank you for helping that restaurant with the translation, that was so sweet.

  • @Lydgendary
    @Lydgendary Год назад +1

    Amazing video as always! So lovely hearing the locals perspectives

  • @bassemb
    @bassemb Год назад +6

    Kiri-san is incredible! Running that cool place in the forest, crafting the decorations and the pots and the utensils. Just living an awesome life.

  • @Art3mis1990
    @Art3mis1990 Год назад +7

    this island looks incredible! :) I hope it gets more recognition and people visiting, it'd be a shame if fewer and fewer people live there

  • @B2-1
    @B2-1 Год назад +15

    I just want to point out how stellar the editing was on this video. Amazing job!

  • @jinxgirl5
    @jinxgirl5 Год назад +8

    Huntsman spiders are apparently great for killing roaches. Rachel and Jun get them in their house. Rachel said they only really come out at night, and she carries a flashlight if she has to get up cause the spiders are just there randomly XD They're great pest control and I guess you just learn to live with them. They'd freak me out a little, not gonna lie XD
    It's such a neat island! I'm a slave to convenience stores, so living there would be a challenge. Looks like a nice place though.

  • @rayat895
    @rayat895 Год назад +1

    Seeing this from Connor's VOD, and now from your video is cool. Two different perspectives. For some reason I didn't catch that the festival was off mainland Japan.

  • @Erreul
    @Erreul 8 месяцев назад

    31:42 Small tiger torch, use it in construction to warm things up or give things like concrete a blast of heat to cure, that's a 'trinket' for sure.

  • @xbatpiggeh
    @xbatpiggeh Год назад +4

    Watching these videos always make me want to go back to Japan and just explore and experience the culture again. Great video Chris!