NOTIFICATION SQUAD: Sorry for the delay in getting this video up! As some of you may know if you follow me on Twitter, it's been something of a bumpy week what with certain demonetisation issues on the Wacky Weekend episode. We resolved them though, so it's a happy ending thankfully! Enjoy Connor and I as we tour this stunning ryokan and be sure to check out our epic Wacky Weekend Winter road trip in case you missed it: ruclips.net/video/SBqCL3AIRZ4/видео.html
@@marcof7110 Irrelevant comment - both to OP's comment and to the video. Also, while this may be your opinion, I would assume that Chris's BMI is average or below average for the UK or US. Chubby perhaps, but many people are far beyond chubby. I think Chris looks great, and he seems happy.
@@thorbergson I've never had barley tea but I'd be able to recognize it also, barley has a very distinct smell. You can totally tell the difference when a barley loaf of bread is being baked vs one made from wheat.
My sister sincerely told me Chris has a boyfriend and I went "How tf did I miss that?!" She then directed me to a video of Chris with Sharla where he mentioned going there with his boyfriend. I immediately knew he meant Connor. LMAO. (My sister doesnt follow him and genuinely thought Chris has a boyfriend)
It's not a Chris and Connor collab without them getting soaked. Whether intentionally like in this episode or accidentally like in the worst hotel in japan episode.
A tip for Connor on the doors not sliding: They sell a special tape in all hardware stores, which you can just stick under the door which will make it slide like a dream.
I enjoy these types of videos the most. I know they’re not Chris’ favorite, but just wandering around an area, showing off the amenities with Connor or Natsuki goofing off in the background is great. Doesn’t need edited in narration, exposition or exploding jets, just Chris laughing at a monke in water that’s too hot. 👍
Could someone count how many times chris stayed in a traditional inn with a private hot sping? Seems like he goes there everytime he goes somewhere lol. This man's living life
I guess he can't really film in the public ones. And you need to talk more quietly, so as not to disturb others. So it makes sense to get a private onsen.
Connor is like a bottle opener for Chris, that's why he always brings him. Guess he can't _wine_ about it 😂 Connor and Chris always so chill together, I love them. So wholesome xD
This pair is the reason I sub to RUclips premium. I quite frankly bloody love them together getting up to shenanigans, what’s also nice Connor manages to make Chris smile more than anyone ,that alone deserves a big fat like . Connor tames the grump
You feel guilty using the onsen, and I feel guilty getting premium content like this for free. Chris, you and Connor make me laugh my rear off each video you guys put out. Your dynamic with Connor is everything. Killer editing and shots as always, even for a second channel, you really put in the work. Thanks for the laughs boys!
Before I found Chris' channel, it never occured to me to support a youtuber on patreon. But after binge watching all of his vids, and still wanting more, a few bucks a month seemed more than fair for the BTS videos, monthly live chats, and helping to support future videos.
Pretty sure it was a pretty penny even *BEFORE* having to finance it’s repairs after the earthquake. I too would make Conner dance like a lil content monkey in order to rebuild😂. “Get back in the bath, Conner! Our viewers’ homoerotic fan fic’s aren’t going to write themselves!”
It’s nice when the lads actually get a chance to enjoy themselves unironically, not torturing each other with food challenges or wandering through the woods with inadequate shoes on.
an outdoor private onsen while its all snowy and cold out sounds absolutely heavenly. Chris sure does have good taste in where/when to stay whilst travelling
you should totally take CDawgVA to a place in Japan that focuses on making the best coffee and have him learn from a coffee pro on making the best coffee. and maybe Connor will be able to use some of what he learns from that to make his coffee better ^^
Whenever I'm feeling dragged through the mud about college or learning Japanese, it's always a pleasure when you or any of the Trash Taste crew upload doing stuff out in Japan. It perks me back up and reminds me what I'm going through everything for. Thanks. 👍
awesome to get two videos out of the one trip! I especially like getting both a classic abroad in japan tightly edited video and a more standard vlog style video where its just hanging out with y'all.
I love the Connor & Chris bromance....put it this way, you seem to like each other and enjoy each other's company rather more than many married couples!
Hopefully that demonetization issue doesn't scare Chris off from including Connor's bath time in the video going forward. It's just not a Wacky Weekend without Connor in the bath at this point!
Since you guys are in Nagano, I hope you paid a visit to Shiga Kogen Brewing. Some of the best beer in Japan, and good sake too! Well…an idea for next time? (Their porter is fantastic!) 🍻
Seems like everyone has a trademark now. Connor and his baths, Natsuki and the F word, Ryotaro and his maniac grin and peasant references, Joey's laugh, America Pete and his naive self-deprecation. Not sure if he realises but Chris is building a sitcom.
Im so happy I found Chris on youtube, his videos always feel so cozy and real and always are a highlight of my day when i see one, thank you so much Chris, love you man
Because of Covid, airline strikes, and my “friends” being very uncertain about joining me, going to japan next year is going to be tough. But the good news is that every-time you upload, I find a new place to add to the itinerary. I absolutely love you and your content Chris. This Onsen has 100% made it’s way on my future trip to do list!
I got such a warm and cozy feeling watching this video and I could not stop smiling for the entirety of it. It is always nice watching you two spending time together
Part of me is really happy you made this extra video for this Ryokan. It felt much more in depth which I really enjoyed and it looks like the place deserved. Since you guys already addressed it as expensive i know I'll never go but still.... It looked very lovely thank you
When I was younger I always wanted to visit Japan because of all the neon crazy stuff. As an adult I want to visit it due to your channels making me realise just how stunning a country it is.
I think I might enjoy this video over your snow monkey video, Chris. There's just something about all the comfort and luxury of a ryokan video that makes it so relaxing to watch. Oh and congrats on getting that demonetization issue sorted out with RUclips.
Connor: Is that an A380 taking off or am I making coffee? Chris: Shows what looks to be a Boeing 777 in the United Airlines Battleship livery Yes, I know it’s super niche and not many would know the difference. Let me be a nerd.
I love getting to see all the hot springs in your videos Chris! As someone with alot of tattoos, sadly it is an experience I will not be able to have so living vicariously through you is the next best thing. Cheers
you guys are brightening up my good friday!! connor: that sweater… that. sweater!! chris, please knit him another sweater. 🙃 but thanks for the tip about bringing a bottle opener & cork screw for road trips in japan. loved the jetted bath. ok. gonna make some coffee & re-watch this so i can be grateful for my superior cup of coffee. 👀☕️❤️
When I watched the wacky weekend video and saw the few seconds of footage of the ryokan in Yudanaka I thought it looked like the place my wife and I stayed at on our first trip to Japan together (actually when I proposed to her!). I was really hanging out for this video to come out so I could double check, and now I'm 99% sure it's the same place. Shibu Onsen Kokuya? We saw the snow monkeys and stayed in Yudanaka, at a 400 year old onsen, with very similar private baths in the room, and a public bath called Issa that looked just like that, and I have a couple of photos of me wearing the exact same yukata that Connor is wearing. It's not totally conclusive, but it's pretty bloody close! Apparently we stayed there 10 years ago (which is genuinely shocking, how has it been that long) but it was definitely one of the best experiences I've had in Japan, and probably anywhere for that matter, even though we went in the middle of summer and it was stinking hot. The baths were beautiful, and the food was great. It was a little bit tricky, because no one at the inn spoke any English, and while my wife had lived in Japan for a few years her Japanese was far from fluent, so we kind of muddled along with a few mix ups, but all in all brilliant. They even arranged for us to go on a bus tour further up into the mountains to see fireflies, which coming from Australia I'd never seen before, and it was honestly magical. Then they sent us on our way with a little package of onigiri and some beautiful fans. All in all an incredible stay, and an incredible coincidence that it seems like you guys stayed there too. Couldn't recommend it enough if people get the chance, and it seems even better in winter.
Same here as well, from Australia, proposed to my wife in a ryokan in Yudanaka called jinpyokaku, which was fairly close to the snow monkey entrance. Magical and wonderful place especially during winter. Thanks for founding out the name of this Onsen as well.
Hotel coffee beans - always double to triple the scoop. I don't know why, even in USA, coffee grounds are duller in the hotel industry. Could be older beans, who knows. Thanks for the awesome video.
Beans are fresh only for 2 weeks max depending on the packaging, humidity, ect... Not surprised they taste dull as you can't control how are handle these beans anyway in an hotel room 😅.
I've never seen those individual tubs before...pretty neat. I'm glad you two had such a relaxing romantic weekend together lol. We even got a glimpse of Connor washing! How risque!
There's a reason table tennis is often seen in smaller places. It's a moderately strenuous experience for not that much space taken up. Plus the pace of the game is quick so even 4 people can enjoy themselves without getting too bored.
For reference, the onsen they visited is not part of the 9 public onsens from what I can tell, but is part of Shibu Onsen Kokuyama, a Ryokan directly adjacent to onsen 9.
i love seeing these traditional inns, those are my favorites. I'm kinda hoping to see Chris and Conner on a small boat where Norm is the captian and taking them around Toyko or the open sea.
I've actually stayed in Yudanaka back in February 2019 at Uotoshi Ryokan. They have a lot of samurai memorabilia in their entrance lobby and a kyudojo attached to the ryokan where visitors can have a go at trying out Kyudo. Just try to not hit any of the koi fish in the pond between you and the target.
Thanks Chris....for bringing such videos....these videos are an escape for me from my hectic life... it's really refreshing...I specially create a vibe in my room just for your videos😂...
Still my favorite channel after all these years Chris. I truly hope that one day I get to visit Japan and explore every single prefecture… a man can dream I guess. One day.
I've stayed in that ryokan before!! (albeit not staying in the room with the magic private onsen LOL) - still, has to admit I really love that ryokan, the staffs are really nice too, 15/10 will visit again if I got the chance!
Oh, Yudanaka. Glad you guys stoped there on your trip. It is our usual place when we visit Japan. Somehow the atmosphere there is nice. As Chris said, it used to be quite popular with international turists, me included. I even met other random people from Europe or even my country there, e.g. when I heard familiar language comming out from the public bath. I hope Japan will open to tourists soon.
Your sense of humour and style of videos are returning back to the videos from your first few golden years. Less cheesy & pretentious videos (no offence; and yes I acknowledge my channel is no comparison and devoid of humour), recently they're more genuine, humble, with some nice sprinkles of dry English wit, great to see this return. You're genuinely making me belly laugh again. Huge fan having this version of Chris back, he's been sorely missed!
Was expecting a split screen moment where you see Connor enjoying the onsen with next to him the same image of a snow monkey enjoying their onsen. :3 I'm jealous at your experiences, but glad you share them with us like this too.
Hello! I wanted to ask if you can give me more information about this inn! Please because I would love to stay there but I can’t find information about it. I would really appreciate it! Thank you so much!!!
This channel is wholeheartedly THE channel that brings me the most joy on RUclips. The narration and cinematography is impeccable. As someone who wants to visit Japan, I’m putting it off until I feel confident enough to dare travel to this country. Chris Broad and Abroad In Japan are such a valuable resource to me. Love all the videos and thank you Chris!
NOTIFICATION SQUAD: Sorry for the delay in getting this video up! As some of you may know if you follow me on Twitter, it's been something of a bumpy week what with certain demonetisation issues on the Wacky Weekend episode. We resolved them though, so it's a happy ending thankfully!
Enjoy Connor and I as we tour this stunning ryokan and be sure to check out our epic Wacky Weekend Winter road trip in case you missed it: ruclips.net/video/SBqCL3AIRZ4/видео.html
Love the vids Chris keep up the great work dude
Finally! Thank you for the video Chris!
hello!
Love the video! Keep up the good work
Keep up the good work chris
This is just a honeymoon series at this point innit?
Well Chris is secretly Ironmouse after all.
Chris is sooooo chubby now
@@marcof7110 you think that’s chubby? Have you been to America? Or seen actual chubby ppl?
@@marcof7110 Irrelevant comment - both to OP's comment and to the video. Also, while this may be your opinion, I would assume that Chris's BMI is average or below average for the UK or US. Chubby perhaps, but many people are far beyond chubby. I think Chris looks great, and he seems happy.
@@inspiteofshame still chubby, cope and seethe
Idk why but Connor sniffing the tea and knowing what kind of tea it was BY SMELL is the most British thing I've ever seen.
Barley tea! I've never ever even tried one, and he knows it by scent.
That's because barley tea is common in Japan and is sold everywhere in combinis and vending machines. And it smells like, well, barley.
@@thorbergson I've never had barley tea but I'd be able to recognize it also, barley has a very distinct smell. You can totally tell the difference when a barley loaf of bread is being baked vs one made from wheat.
That is just the average British person we can get better
I mean barley has a very distinct smell
Ah yes more ‘Boyfriends in Japan ft. baths’ my favourite YT series.
My sister sincerely told me Chris has a boyfriend and I went "How tf did I miss that?!" She then directed me to a video of Chris with Sharla where he mentioned going there with his boyfriend. I immediately knew he meant Connor. LMAO. (My sister doesnt follow him and genuinely thought Chris has a boyfriend)
@@_sarcasmiss2141 😂😂
The new name for wacky weekend 😂
At this point I doubt a honeymoon in Japan would be worth it for Chris since he's going pretty much everywhere with Connor.
The feeling of cheating will change that
This is the honeymoon
It's not a Chris and Connor collab without them getting soaked. Whether intentionally like in this episode or accidentally like in the worst hotel in japan episode.
It's not a wacky weekend without Connor in a tub.
Chris and Connon always gettin' each other wet!
@@Luz-yk4hb maybe ryotaro got abit jealous with connor in the tub.
@@Founderschannel123 Risotorro's such a legend.
Bath is too fast
Hopefully this video won't get demonetised like the other one. The RUclips overlords must not like connor and his manly body soaking in a bath 😅
Our eyes aren’t ready for such a thing.
@@ChrisAbroad mine pretty much are! Add your body to the equation, too 😄
@@abc4607 bro chill 😑
A tip for Connor on the doors not sliding: They sell a special tape in all hardware stores, which you can just stick under the door which will make it slide like a dream.
Good tip...You can also take a small piece of candle and rub it on the tracks if it's like a sliding glass door
Oh my gosh thank you! I know that you can do other things but with cats, I don’t want wax or whatnot getting gummed up. I’ll have to try this
ANOTHER TIP, (for anyone building a house) top hung sliding doors and windows are ALWAYS much lighter and easier to slide
When I lived in Japan, I bought some wax from a 100 yes store. It was for a sticky drawer. It worked a treat!
WD40 also helps alot :)
I would formally like to apply for the position of DRIP CONSULTANT.
Video idea, "Top 100 Most Affable Faces Of 2022"
@@niiffz At least you didn't say Effable!
This is what i think of now when someone says DRIP
ruclips.net/video/OTTz-lYLxwk/видео.html
Seeing a vid with Chris and Connor always puts a smile on my face
Ligmaballzz
Its actually so crazy how great these colabs are, and it all started from a Trash Taste joke
Same ✨
Every fucking time! It's like that perfect comfy fun 30 or so min
im guessing your names pronounced BEE-YEAH-TEE or is it BEE-Dee?
My wife and I went to a traditional inn with it's own Hot Spring I couldn't even get into it with my wife because of how hot it was ahahah!
Should've brought a blindfold
U so funni xd LOLZ
the fortnite guy
Its* own hot spring. 😛
@@Hoppitotwhat they supposed to mean?
By this point, I've probably spent more time looking at Connor in a bath/hot spring then I've spent looking my wife in the eyes.
I can testify with 100 % certainty that I've seen Connor topless more than my husband this week.
priorities
😂
sigma male
@Shiki * it’s a joke, fool.
I enjoy these types of videos the most. I know they’re not Chris’ favorite, but just wandering around an area, showing off the amenities with Connor or Natsuki goofing off in the background is great. Doesn’t need edited in narration, exposition or exploding jets, just Chris laughing at a monke in water that’s too hot. 👍
Could someone count how many times chris stayed in a traditional inn with a private hot sping? Seems like he goes there everytime he goes somewhere lol. This man's living life
Most ryokan feature private hot spring baths. It's a pretty typical reason to go to ryokan.
I have a wash basin
I think Chris answered to someone saying "100+"
I guess he can't really film in the public ones. And you need to talk more quietly, so as not to disturb others. So it makes sense to get a private onsen.
chris "pro onsen connoisseur" broad
The bromance between Chris and Connor is amazing, it shows just how much Chris is the main character of his YTCU (RUclips Cinematic Universe) lol
lol the YTCU
It's the BCU. BROAD Cinematic Universe and Trash Taste is just a small part of it. 😆😆
@@APTos45 OH MY GOD YES!! That's the name!!! I should have realized that sooner, it writes itself!!!! lol
They’re both main characters but their series run parallel so there’s regular crossovers
Connor is like a bottle opener for Chris, that's why he always brings him. Guess he can't _wine_ about it 😂
Connor and Chris always so chill together, I love them. So wholesome xD
I cant beer the puns!
Screw it, I love them.
was this a QTCinderella x Maya reference? If so pog
Exactly, so he always bottles up his criticisms of Connor instead. Still, he doesn't let that get his spirits down.
The two sure have gintle souls ay
Always a good time when Connor's enjoying himself too much and Chris' reaction is: oh no, Connor's not suffering enough lol
😂😂😂
the bromance between these two is just too wholesome
12:44 I like how Connor gets so giggly and excited there, I mean the public onsen looks really amazing.
This pair is the reason I sub to RUclips premium. I quite frankly bloody love them together getting up to shenanigans, what’s also nice Connor manages to make Chris smile more than anyone ,that alone deserves a big fat like . Connor tames the grump
their friendship is the most comforting thing to exist
It seems beyond just friendship at this point
@@AeroGold1 i agree. More like best friends
@@AeroGold1 I AGREE it‘s amazing honestly
You mean…their Romance.
15:28 Connor is swimming around like an otter!! It’s so nice!
I literally CAN'T get over all the photoshopped pictures of Connor in this video 🤣🤣🤣 they're so great, haha.
Where?
@@TypicalSardine I think she means on the plane one 🤣 & barista ones
@@seasyrenn Don't forget the Narco image as well! I missed it the first time
@@handspiker1994 yess 🙌 thank you for a reminder
@@TypicalSardine did you rlly just said where? Have you just watched the video with your eyes closed?
You feel guilty using the onsen, and I feel guilty getting premium content like this for free. Chris, you and Connor make me laugh my rear off each video you guys put out. Your dynamic with Connor is everything. Killer editing and shots as always, even for a second channel, you really put in the work. Thanks for the laughs boys!
Before I found Chris' channel, it never occured to me to support a youtuber on patreon. But after binge watching all of his vids, and still wanting more, a few bucks a month seemed more than fair for the BTS videos, monthly live chats, and helping to support future videos.
The man is pumping out so much content, the abroad studio must've cost a pretty penny
And thats a good thing!
Pretty sure it was a pretty penny even *BEFORE* having to finance it’s repairs after the earthquake. I too would make Conner dance like a lil content monkey in order to rebuild😂. “Get back in the bath, Conner! Our viewers’ homoerotic fan fic’s aren’t going to write themselves!”
It’s nice to see Chris treating Connor to nice romantic getaway, happy for the both of you😉
When traveling in Japan, bring your own Connor.
Got it.
I'm glad that they mentioned that because i might of forgot to bring mine. 😅
It’s nice when the lads actually get a chance to enjoy themselves unironically, not torturing each other with food challenges or wandering through the woods with inadequate shoes on.
One of these days, Chris will make a series reviewing every ryokan or onsen of every prefecture.
Ryokan across Japan?
Abroad in a Ryokan?
Onsen episode is every episode
@@bandiceet Ryokan Review with Ryotaro
@@bkrpndr Risotto Review with Ryotoro would be something i would watch.
an outdoor private onsen while its all snowy and cold out sounds absolutely heavenly. Chris sure does have good taste in where/when to stay whilst travelling
You are so cute together, my favorite couple on RUclips!!!
you should totally take CDawgVA to a place in Japan that focuses on making the best coffee and have him learn from a coffee pro on making the best coffee. and maybe Connor will be able to use some of what he learns from that to make his coffee better ^^
Do love the chemistry/dynamic between Chris n Connor
Whenever I'm feeling dragged through the mud about college or learning Japanese, it's always a pleasure when you or any of the Trash Taste crew upload doing stuff out in Japan. It perks me back up and reminds me what I'm going through everything for. Thanks. 👍
As soon as they mentioned jelly, I was expecting a Dr. Jelly cameo. I was not dissapointed.
Connor: "It's too bad we cannot film us getting naked-"
Chris *channeling his inner tungsten rat*: "YES WE CAN."
awesome to get two videos out of the one trip! I especially like getting both a classic abroad in japan tightly edited video and a more standard vlog style video where its just hanging out with y'all.
I'm never disappointed with any of Chris's videos tbh. I know whenever I open one I'll be entertained!
I love the Connor & Chris bromance....put it this way, you seem to like each other and enjoy each other's company rather more than many married couples!
I always enjoy both you and Connor during your couple weekend videos - Connor truly needs his own exhibitionist channel...
Stuck at home ill right now, and these videos are really lifting my spirits - amazing as always. Keep up the good work! 😊
Hopefully that demonetization issue doesn't scare Chris off from including Connor's bath time in the video going forward. It's just not a Wacky Weekend without Connor in the bath at this point!
Since you guys are in Nagano, I hope you paid a visit to Shiga Kogen Brewing. Some of the best beer in Japan, and good sake too!
Well…an idea for next time? (Their porter is fantastic!) 🍻
The private outdoor onsen is definitely something I would want in my home if I had stupid amounts of money 😂
Welcome to episode 100 of Chris collecting photos of monkeys in baths throughout Japan
I like this more toned down style of videos just as much as the main ones on AiJ, thanks Chris
Chris and Connor, Power Couple!
Connor being in a bath 🛀 is a MUST in every single episode of wacky weekend 🤣
I know! I would genuinely be disappointed otherwise at this point.
Seems like everyone has a trademark now. Connor and his baths, Natsuki and the F word, Ryotaro and his maniac grin and peasant references, Joey's laugh, America Pete and his naive self-deprecation. Not sure if he realises but Chris is building a sitcom.
This feels like such a nice bonus. Chris and Connor content is always welcome
Im so happy I found Chris on youtube, his videos always feel so cozy and real and always are a highlight of my day when i see one, thank you so much Chris, love you man
I'm glad Chris discovered lofi really fits his videos well.
Because of Covid, airline strikes, and my “friends” being very uncertain about joining me, going to japan next year is going to be tough. But the good news is that every-time you upload, I find a new place to add to the itinerary. I absolutely love you and your content Chris. This Onsen has 100% made it’s way on my future trip to do list!
The cutest couple 💑
Love seeing you guys together, always fun times!
Connor and Chris are Twitch and RUclips's favourite couple no doubt
RUclips: How much Chris and Connor do you want
Us: YES
I got such a warm and cozy feeling watching this video and I could not stop smiling for the entirety of it.
It is always nice watching you two spending time together
Part of me is really happy you made this extra video for this Ryokan. It felt much more in depth which I really enjoyed and it looks like the place deserved. Since you guys already addressed it as expensive i know I'll never go but still.... It looked very lovely thank you
When I was younger I always wanted to visit Japan because of all the neon crazy stuff.
As an adult I want to visit it due to your channels making me realise just how stunning a country it is.
I think I might enjoy this video over your snow monkey video, Chris. There's just something about all the comfort and luxury of a ryokan video that makes it so relaxing to watch.
Oh and congrats on getting that demonetization issue sorted out with RUclips.
Connor: Is that an A380 taking off or am I making coffee?
Chris: Shows what looks to be a Boeing 777 in the United Airlines Battleship livery
Yes, I know it’s super niche and not many would know the difference. Let me be a nerd.
You two have a lot of sinergy, i love it.
I love getting to see all the hot springs in your videos Chris! As someone with alot of tattoos, sadly it is an experience I will not be able to have so living vicariously through you is the next best thing. Cheers
you guys are brightening up my good friday!! connor: that sweater… that. sweater!! chris, please knit him another sweater. 🙃 but thanks for the tip about bringing a bottle opener & cork screw for road trips in japan. loved the jetted bath. ok. gonna make some coffee & re-watch this so i can be grateful for my superior cup of coffee. 👀☕️❤️
Love Connor's reaction upon seeing the outdoor onsen. That was adorable! 🥰
Man, I always a good day when these 2 are together ❤
When I watched the wacky weekend video and saw the few seconds of footage of the ryokan in Yudanaka I thought it looked like the place my wife and I stayed at on our first trip to Japan together (actually when I proposed to her!). I was really hanging out for this video to come out so I could double check, and now I'm 99% sure it's the same place. Shibu Onsen Kokuya?
We saw the snow monkeys and stayed in Yudanaka, at a 400 year old onsen, with very similar private baths in the room, and a public bath called Issa that looked just like that, and I have a couple of photos of me wearing the exact same yukata that Connor is wearing. It's not totally conclusive, but it's pretty bloody close!
Apparently we stayed there 10 years ago (which is genuinely shocking, how has it been that long) but it was definitely one of the best experiences I've had in Japan, and probably anywhere for that matter, even though we went in the middle of summer and it was stinking hot. The baths were beautiful, and the food was great. It was a little bit tricky, because no one at the inn spoke any English, and while my wife had lived in Japan for a few years her Japanese was far from fluent, so we kind of muddled along with a few mix ups, but all in all brilliant. They even arranged for us to go on a bus tour further up into the mountains to see fireflies, which coming from Australia I'd never seen before, and it was honestly magical. Then they sent us on our way with a little package of onigiri and some beautiful fans.
All in all an incredible stay, and an incredible coincidence that it seems like you guys stayed there too. Couldn't recommend it enough if people get the chance, and it seems even better in winter.
thank you for naming the actual place. i kept thinking "that's a whole area!" when he said "yudanaka onsen" 😂
Same here as well, from Australia, proposed to my wife in a ryokan in Yudanaka called jinpyokaku, which was fairly close to the snow monkey entrance. Magical and wonderful place especially during winter. Thanks for founding out the name of this Onsen as well.
Seriously, your videos bring so much joy and education about Japan, thank you!
Really love watching all Chrises trip with his bros, especially with Connor, so fun!
Hotel coffee beans - always double to triple the scoop. I don't know why, even in USA, coffee grounds are duller in the hotel industry. Could be older beans, who knows. Thanks for the awesome video.
Beans are fresh only for 2 weeks max depending on the packaging, humidity, ect... Not surprised they taste dull as you can't control how are handle these beans anyway in an hotel room 😅.
I always LMAO when Connor does the "number 10" guy. Chris did it too! 7:19
Watching Connor and Chris together always cracks me up
Love a Chris video, especially when insomnia hits and I can’t sleep because of pain!
Same.
Finally Chris inside a hotspring in a Wacky Weekend episode, it took time to happen 😅
wrong video this isnt wacky weekend lol
@@hoboghostcat9064 I mean, it's an extra video from content that had to be cut from Wacky Weekend, so I'd say it counts.
@@hoboghostcat9064 literally who cares damn
13:33 Fave momoent, most definitely caught me off guard but with a good chuckle
Okay Chris keep flaunting your amazing gateaway w CDawgBF i'm getting jealous rn😒 #BritCouplegoals
I've never seen those individual tubs before...pretty neat.
I'm glad you two had such a relaxing romantic weekend together lol. We even got a glimpse of Connor washing! How risque!
This is what I have always wanted, more Abroad in Japan.
There's a reason table tennis is often seen in smaller places. It's a moderately strenuous experience for not that much space taken up. Plus the pace of the game is quick so even 4 people can enjoy themselves without getting too bored.
For reference, the onsen they visited is not part of the 9 public onsens from what I can tell, but is part of Shibu Onsen Kokuyama, a Ryokan directly adjacent to onsen 9.
i love seeing these traditional inns, those are my favorites. I'm kinda hoping to see Chris and Conner on a small boat where Norm is the captian and taking them around Toyko or the open sea.
I've actually stayed in Yudanaka back in February 2019 at Uotoshi Ryokan. They have a lot of samurai memorabilia in their entrance lobby and a kyudojo attached to the ryokan where visitors can have a go at trying out Kyudo. Just try to not hit any of the koi fish in the pond between you and the target.
By god i miss the onsen so bad. This video made me want to go back to Japan for another trip like nothing else.
Great video.
Thanks Chris....for bringing such videos....these videos are an escape for me from my hectic life... it's really refreshing...I specially create a vibe in my room just for your videos😂...
Still my favorite channel after all these years Chris. I truly hope that one day I get to visit Japan and explore every single prefecture… a man can dream I guess. One day.
I've stayed in that ryokan before!! (albeit not staying in the room with the magic private onsen LOL) - still, has to admit I really love that ryokan, the staffs are really nice too, 15/10 will visit again if I got the chance!
Which Ryokan is it?
What's the name of this place?
Whats it called?
Oh, Yudanaka. Glad you guys stoped there on your trip. It is our usual place when we visit Japan. Somehow the atmosphere there is nice. As Chris said, it used to be quite popular with international turists, me included. I even met other random people from Europe or even my country there, e.g. when I heard familiar language comming out from the public bath. I hope Japan will open to tourists soon.
I can't express how jealous I am of the way you 2 live your life.
Your sense of humour and style of videos are returning back to the videos from your first few golden years.
Less cheesy & pretentious videos (no offence; and yes I acknowledge my channel is no comparison and devoid of humour), recently they're more genuine, humble, with some nice sprinkles of dry English wit, great to see this return.
You're genuinely making me belly laugh again. Huge fan having this version of Chris back, he's been sorely missed!
01:09 "Drip Consultant ... Chris Broad"
As expected, yes
Freaking Chris, man! lmao
Ohhh how much I enjoy concent of you both together. Your chemistry is so perfect 🥰💪🏼 thanks for sharing your adventures with us
Was expecting a split screen moment where you see Connor enjoying the onsen with next to him the same image of a snow monkey enjoying their onsen. :3
I'm jealous at your experiences, but glad you share them with us like this too.
That one big Onsen gave me some major Anime vibes, they often make them spacious in fantasy land ^^
Great video, thank you both!
I've managed to get the wife to watch you two finally and she is now hooked so yay!
if anyone is curious the music at 14:23 is baegel - Sunset Boulevard
I actually stayed at this exact inn when I visited Japan in 2019. Can definitely say it was one of the best inns I’ve ever stayed at
Hello! I wanted to ask if you can give me more information about this inn! Please because I would love to stay there but I can’t find information about it. I would really appreciate it! Thank you so much!!!
Same here!
Would be awesome to know the name of the ryokan
This channel is wholeheartedly THE channel that brings me the most joy on RUclips. The narration and cinematography is impeccable. As someone who wants to visit Japan, I’m putting it off until I feel confident enough to dare travel to this country. Chris Broad and Abroad In Japan are such a valuable resource to me. Love all the videos and thank you Chris!
I feel like the snow monkeys was the redemption arc for the Curious George chaos 😅
Love the video btw
I love love love you two. Wacky weekends are my favourite show on RUclips
That's so romantic.
That Bath In Your Room Looked Amazing!!! Then The One You Book Was Breath Taking!!!! 😄✌️✨♨️