✅ Watch more of my videos on Tokyo here: kzitem.info/door/PLOVadUHX1B-K-1yjTfFf6feT96OYEcFR0 ✅ Or my Osaka/Kansai series here: kzitem.info/door/PLOVadUHX1B-IqK3HDQDEeJabRsNU2O-VD
@FlameMirage
Жыл бұрын
I love Osaka, Tokyo has more to do, but Osaka and Kyoto are amazing!
@OverSoft
Жыл бұрын
I disagree, Osaka has just as many, if not more, things to do. You’re right next to Kyoto and Nara which you can literally go to on the subway, it has Universal Studios and every area of the city itself is very different (Umeda, Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsekai). You’re even very close to some very nice beaches to the south.
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
@@OverSoftwell, Tokyo is the "more modern" city (between the two), as it is, indeed, the newer city (prior to the 17th century, Edo/Tokyo had been a rather insignificant town); Osaka, on the other hand, has a more "historical allure", as it is, indeed, the more historical city (I mean, the history, and the importance of Osaka in the 15th, and the 16th centuries, at the least, cannot be understated: besides being the largest city in Japan, and the main commercial port of Japan with the outside world, especially with China, Toyotomi Hideyoshi chose Osaka, and its castle as his main residence/where to hold court).
@seandavie3672
Жыл бұрын
I just spent 17 days in Tokyo. Awesome city, as is Osaka. Yes, the public transport is initially a little daunting, however, after a day or too, and using the excellent Google maps, it's an absolute breeze. And this is from a mature gentleman's perspective, who has never really used public transport except when on holidays. The Keisei Skyliner is also a very quick option to commute from Toyko to Narita Airport. It takes just 41 minutes.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
17 days in Tokyo. Nice!
@towada1066
11 ай бұрын
So many people in Tokyo were never raised there .... Osaka people are more sincere and open ...
@pi17835
Жыл бұрын
Just back from two weeks in Japan: - Osaka (1 day/arrival) - Nara (1 day) - Kyoto (2 days) - Miyajima (1 day) - Hiroshima (1 day) - Tokyo (4 days) - Nikko, Kammakura, Fuji (1 day each) - (Stop at Himeji on the trip from Hiroshima to Tokyo) I can’t confirm the hotel prices. Yes, I didn’t go for the luxury hotels (think three were like local, one was Best Western) and June isn’t the most popular time, but still normal hotels (no capsule this time) and ended up paying around 660€ (720$). Which means I paid like 50$ less for 13 nights in Japan (7 of those in Tokyo) than I paid for 6 nights in NYC (LES, also nothing fancy with mid-March not really high season). If it wasn’t for crazy flight rates, I’d take that deal anytime I know, June isn’t ideal, I got humidity, a bit of May grey and June gloom. And one heavy (and one light) a shower. But still a nice trip. I guess the Haneda-expierence heavily depends on the airline. I was flying AirFrance and it was pretty poor. The JAL lounge was very nice, but other than that… phew. Boarding delayed twice (second delay announced so late, I was already at the gate with the masses… tell me in time, and I’ll just wait in the lounge), a gate that was way too small for a Boeing 777, no lines for boarding zones to organize the crowd (had that at Narita the last time (although that was 2019, so… long time). And then boarding via bus. Who boards a Boeing 777 by bus!? The long taxiing time that followed was just the icing on the cake of terrible. Also: AirFrance‘ Premium Economy. CDG-KIX in an A350 and HAN-CDG in a 777; not 2-4-2, luckily I was one of the two 2s. But either way: Rather disappointing. I guess the name should have been a clear message; just like a tablecloth is a certain type of cloth, but not a certain type of a table, Premium Economy is a certain kind of Economy, not of premium. And that goes for basically everything: Food and drink was just normal Economy. I get it, especially that you don’t want to offer Premium Eco the same flatrate for „premium“ drinks (e.g. Jack Daniel‘s Old No 7 - lol) for the entire flight. But just a slightly nicer meal maybe? And a welcome drink? Or snack? A first impression that would go a long way, I’d say. But they skipped the first impression. Service itself wasn’t an upgrade from Eco let alone the attention I a got on my occasional Business Class flight. There also wasn’t an additional round of drinks or snacks. Also: AirFrance needs to reconsider how they provide infrastructure for Premium Economy. If I got it right, Premium Eco is not supposed to use Business Class restrooms. So on the Airbus A350, Premium Eco is the furthest away from a toilet; on the Boeing 777, there was a toilet right behind Premium Eco. On both planes, Premium Eco was the furthest away from the snack bar (in the very rear) and of course, just as with meals and drinks, nothing premium or additional for Premium Eco. (Ok, they later also had a snack station in the middle, but not between Eco and Premium, but front Eco and back Eco - so still the furthest way for Premium, eventhough it got shorter) Is that the appropriate comfort for the passengers in the second highest (yes I’m ignoring La Premier and I know the „second highest“ from three is just the middle) price segment? Finally, the seats. Seats are obviously better than the normal ones. However more reclining capability means that the person in front of me can invade what I consider my space (as I have it in the default position of the seat) even more. Yes, I can pass that on by reclining myself, but gain less comfort from reclining myself compared to what I lose when the person in front of me reclines. But even the wide and more reclineble seats to help me much for sleep (6'2 side sleeper). Would I book Premium Eco again? Well, this time out wasn’t much more expensive than Eco, but as long as the flight isn‘t longer than 6-8h, probably not, as I already get lounge access and extra baggage from my frequent traveler status. However, I did like the Bluetooth connection for my private headphone. Maybe I just missed it previously, but I feel like this is the first time I didn’t need to get a cable to connect to the on board entertainment.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you had a great itinerary! And thanks for the report on Air France. Boarding a 777 by bus sounds absolutely miserable! I've never been impressed by Air France... but yeah... on the Bluetooth note, I've seen a few other airlines rolling that feature out and it's quite nice!
@pi17835
Жыл бұрын
@@YellowProductions I’m originally a KLM-traveler, they turned out to be best value for money overall. And while the layover in AMS isn’t ideal, it helps with the frequent traveler status. However with KLM/AF belonging together, I do occasionally switch to AF, if it appears like a good idea - and with the moderate extra cost for Premium, this was one of those times. But, yeah, this time was not good (think the bus boarding added another 20 or so minutes to the delay we already had). Not sure about alternatives though. As a German, Lufthansa would be the natural choice, but they never impressed me and I think they rather got worse over the past years.
@WanderlustWellman
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I would say I’d prefer the analogy that Tokyo is like NYC and Osaka is like Chicago - both big cities with solid public transportation but Chicago is smaller, famous for its regional food, and even has the Chicago River cutting through the downtown the same way the Dotonbori River does.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
That's a good analogy too 😉
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
You can't possibly compare the kind of public transportation available throughout Japan (but especially the equal to none kind of public transportation services, and sophistication available throughout Tokyo, and Osaka) to the highly defficient, and severely outdated (or outright non-existent) public transportation networks (even in New York, the only city in the United States that has a decent, and extensive public transportation network) that exist in the United States!
@virtualtour4u
Жыл бұрын
never been to osaka but will visit tokyo next month and im very excited!!
@darrylk808
Жыл бұрын
Many countries have contrasting cities with one more tourist friendly and another more gritty or working class. Edinburgh/Glasgow, Lisbon/Porto, Dublin/Belfast, Tokyo/Osaka, etc. Takoyaki as omiyage? Isn't it supposed to be eaten fresh and hot? Tokyo has the most Michelin star restaurants. Japan is sparkling clean. Went to Chinatown and it was the cleanest Chinatown ever. Told my wife if I dropped a dumpling on the sidewalk I would pick it up and eat it. No other Chinatown would I do that! 😂 I recommend the Marriott at the Nagoya train station. Best lounge ever! Like eating at the Wicked Spoon! Big selection of food all served in little sample pans.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Yes. Takoyaki is definitely supposed to be eaten fresh and hot! I think people don't like it when their experience is eating it not fresh. And I'll have to keep that Nagoya Marriott in mind!
@DAZABPRA
5 ай бұрын
Japanese here Im from Osaka if you want more like people and others Tokyo but Osaka is Peasefull I think osaka is better
@justjoy8355
Жыл бұрын
Planning a trip to Japan October 2023. Traveling with my son to celebrate his 18th birthday! He is sooo in love with Japanese culture and has even managed to learn the language. Not fluent yet but really good. Needless to say, I have been bingeing your videos. THANK YOU! Question. Is a tour guide worth it in Tokyo? Would we be okay just up and waking around ourselves or would a tour make sense for day 1 in Tokyo? I’m thinking 4 days and 3 nights in Tokyo. Then take that fancy bullet train to Osaka. Plan is to be in Osaka ON his birthday. Best route from Shinjuku station to Osaka..Any suggestions would be helpful. I’m just a super nervous single mom wanting to give my son a memorable 18th birthday. 😅😊 Thaaank you.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Hi JourneyJ -- I think Tokyo is pretty easy to navigate, lots of English signage and menus. So I don't think you need a tour guide. From Shinjuku station take a JR Chuo Line train to Tokyo Station. Then at Tokyo Station take the Shinkansen to Osaka. Easy 😀
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
You are a very kind mom; enjoy your trip!
@tommek1979
Жыл бұрын
Haven‘t seen the stream yet but I suggest to visit both cities. With the Shinkansen it‘s a no-brainer.
@jonathansakura
Жыл бұрын
Just do both Its super easy when Japan is an hour flight lol I took the ferry actually from Busan to Fukuoka this week it was epic 😊 Greetings from korea 🇰🇷 😊
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Both is the best! But not everybody has that kind of time to do both 😉
@jonathansakura
Жыл бұрын
@Yellow Productions but its only 100 dollars 💸 💵 for me to fly to Japan 😀
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
@@YellowProductionslest you go to Japan for a very specific reason (which implies very limited time), if you go to Japan, but you "haven't got the time" to travel to both, Tokyo, and Osaka (even if it's only for one day, to either of them; especially that either of them are so accessible from the other), your trip is a failed/missed opportunity.
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
@@jonathansakurawell, yeah, it's cheaper, and it's easier, from within East Asia, to travel to Japan; just like it's cheaper/easier, from within Europe, to travel to France (for example)!
@nobeanchili
10 ай бұрын
Been to both, don’t care if I ever go back to Tokyo, but I’m going back to Osaka in May.
@jeffreyrobens
Ай бұрын
In Tokyo, some trains become the metro. For example, I live in Kawasaki (just south of Tokyo). The Keikyu Line (above-ground train) turns into the Asakusa Line (subway) around Shinagawa. So, this can make it a bit more confusing... It's fine once you get used to it (as I live here). But for tourists, it can be challenging sometimes.
@ChrisWilliams5605LS
Жыл бұрын
We are just now starting to plan a 2-3 week vacation in Japan. Thank you for your efforts and your guidance.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Nice! Enjoy your trip!
@OverSoft
Жыл бұрын
I’m currently in Osaka and will be in Tokyo this afternoon. I’ve been a few times to both awesome cities. The vibe is very different, Osaka is a bit more “real”, bit more grimy, has a bit more character than “perfect Tokyo”. But both are very fun to visit! And Tokyo has Disney, but Osaka has Universal (with their excellent Super Nintendo world, which I visited yesterday).
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your perspective OverSoft!
@NostalgiaMan
Жыл бұрын
Sorry i missed tonight. Love the streams
@christopherm5958
Жыл бұрын
Princess always looks so happy and engrossed. She loooks like she loves to travel.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
She sure does! 😉
@totfosk
3 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the video 🙏🏼
@pi17835
Жыл бұрын
I think there are many things that are great about Japan. However, I wonder: assuming it does make your top 10 - where does „there is a convenience store/vending machine with some cool and cold tea around every corner“ rank?
@mr.sushi2221
6 ай бұрын
Next time I go to Japan I’m going to Osaka and probably Kyoto. First time I went to Tokyo. Every trip I want to try a different region
@awesomeadamfrom2099
Жыл бұрын
Awesome job chris
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@awesomeadamfrom2099
Жыл бұрын
No problem
@gregsanders9585
11 ай бұрын
Why limit yourself ... go to both and everywhere inbetween if you have the time. A Japan Rail Pass will let you get on-off the Shinkansen as much as you like.
@valerianthemackiii5896
Жыл бұрын
😭 -Awww man...? I missed your LIVE, Chris?????
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Good thing there's an archive ;). You missed my 5 minutes of dead air too 😉
@youngdark3
Жыл бұрын
I flew into Tokyo, left from Osaka awesome trip 2019.
@tubby_1278
Жыл бұрын
You always stream during the most inconvenient times for me 😭😭😭
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Sorry Tou!
@ko.8765
11 ай бұрын
if you don't know Japanese, go to Tokyo. if you know Japanese Osaka is another option. that's all I can say from a perspective of a Japanese person.
@julie_travels28
Жыл бұрын
I’m currently planning a 2 week trip to Japan., it’s our first time going to Japan. We were planning to spend 5/6 nights in Tokyo with the rest of time in Kyoto and Osaka. We were debating adding in going to Hiroshima- would you recommend going to this area or any other areas that would be good for first time travellers to Japan?
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
I'd consider a night or two in Hakone as well. Its on your way to Kyoto from Tokyo
@mariusmatei2946
Жыл бұрын
@@YellowProductionsyou haven't said anything about Nagoya, the largest city between Tokyo, and Kyoto/Osaka (on Tokaido).
@yolandasong1617
Жыл бұрын
grittier is a good choice of word
@stargazer5073
Жыл бұрын
Visit Both, we love all of Japan!!!!
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Good plan!
@JimL666
Жыл бұрын
Chris, what areas do you prefer to stay in Tokyo?
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
My favorite areas to stay are around Shinjuku Station or around Tokyo Station. We really like the Hotel Century Southern Tower in Shinjuku: kzitem.info/news/bejne/w61m3mdoiZqaiKQ or the Tokyo Station hotel: kzitem.info/news/bejne/2qilnYh6q510qoI
@JimL666
Жыл бұрын
@@YellowProductionsThanks. I am planning a Tokyo and Osaka trip but now I will check out Kanagawa. Thanks for all the info. Correction: Kanazawa.
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
If you haven't seen it yet. Check out our Kanazawa vid: kzitem.info/news/bejne/yIyDuXxtap9qloI
@GoodMorningGamer
Жыл бұрын
2,000 luxury hotels?! It would take like 6 years to stay at them all..
@YellowProductions
Жыл бұрын
Time to get started!
@murph120779
Жыл бұрын
We want Manila & Cebu!!!
@mrparkx2
Жыл бұрын
Answer.... bgc 😂😂😂
@dommytsunami86
4 ай бұрын
Let’s go hit some karaoke bars bro! YP4L!
@superdefinitely7254
5 ай бұрын
Osaka should not be likened to urine-smelling los angeles. Tokyo should not be likened to urine-smelling new york.
@tobiastranetellefsen4203
Жыл бұрын
I hate to say it, but i find Osaka quite overrated. The takoyaki has a to much of a worchestersauce afertaste to it.
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