9 essential items to survive summer in Japan🇯🇵

・As tourism in Japan has restarted, I think more people will come to Japan in the future.
So, today I would like to introduce 9 items that are essential to survive Japan’s summer life!

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00:00 Intro
00:35 Uchiwa
01:16 Cooling Wet Wipes
01:37 Sandals
02:20 Yukata
03:00 Tenugui
03:23 AIRism Shirts and Shorts
04:43 A Wind Chime
05:26 Tatami

THINGS MENTIONED:
Many people have been asking me how to buy things that I use,
so I tried to find products that is the same or similar to my items on amazon in the USA and JPNAN. (Please ask yourself, “Does this spark joy？“ before buying it.)

・ Montbell Sandals

・Tatami floor

・Tenugui

・Wind chime

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CAMERA GEAR:
・Camera sony α6400

・SIGMA 16mm F1.4 DC DN

・Ulanzi Claw Quick Release Clamp with Arca

・Neewer Camera Tripod

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MUSIC:
・Epidemic Sound

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REFERENCES:
・サトふる（Yukatabira）
・君の名は（Your name）

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[Paula-wndo]

That's a great list with some helpful ideas!
However, I'd try to find an alternative to wet wipes, like a reusable cotton cloth maybe? Wet wipes are generally not biodegradable despite appearing paper-like, and often end up in rivers and oceans, creating a threat to wildlife when ingested. Also, it is not ideal to flush them down the toilet. In Australia, aside from the risk to our oceans, waterways and wildlife, it is estimated that Australian water utilities spend $15 million each year removing wet wipes from sewage treatment plants and pumping stations. I work at a wildlife park and wet wipes are one of the most common pieces of waste that visitors leave lying around. Very frustrating. I understand that in some situations they may be really useful, but if you can find an earth-friendly alternative, please do 🙂

[pamelasaw]

I just found your channel after searching for travel japan summer. Thank you so much for the great ideas, I am so going to get a apir of Montbell sandals...lol. ~ Pam from Malaysia

[hbuzzell]

I just started sleeping on a tatami and a Japanese floor mattress and it is changing the way I sleep. Thanks for the great minimalist ideas that help us to improve our lives. I live in a hot and dry mountain area in the US and staying cool is definitely something to know how to do.

[miggysmallzzzz]

Hey Aki, I love your videos! I enjoy learning more about Japanese culture and your advice/tips on a minimalist lifestyle. I also always appreciate you sharing links on how to purchase similar items that you talk about. Keep up the great content! I hope to visit Japan soon. Cheers!

[Samuraikarlo_]

Aki, you truly are an inspiration for many. I humbly thank you for showing us your culture and cultural beliefs. Thank you 🙏

[heatherhammerquist]

I’m from Celtic ancestry, & I grew up with the superstition that wind chimes would keep mischievous fairies out of the home. We would commonly put a wind chime on each side of the house for protection. I still have chimes at both entrances to my house…just in case 😁

[robertfrancismoir]

Aki I truly LOVE your videos !!! I’d love to visit you in your beautiful village…. such a gently happy enthusiastic soul 🤍.

[WhatashameMaryJane]

I loved it! Tatami looks very interesting and a great eco friendly alternative to the yoga mat. I find the wind chime also a nice summery addition. Thanks for the tip on Uniqlo underwear, now I know what to gift to my husband to make his summers more manageable! Here in NYC it's also very humid and hot.

[emptylanternmedia]

This is quickly becoming my favorite youtube channel right next to lets ask shogo

[ivonneleaty]

I so enjoy your videos. I liked all the items but my favorite the sandles and the fan and wind chime.

[KTSierra]

Love your videos and personality :) Thank you!

[shiminjiang]

Oh, yeah~ My Chinese fan made of bamboo saved me many times instead of air conditioning. Aki~san! I've already bought the kontex tenugui and I really like it, as u said it dries faster than towels and it is so light, also I like the patterns of it, so beautiful. I realized I already had a tenugui, my friend gave me as a gift once, but I didn't know how to use it, so I used to to use as a pillow cover, so easy to change it, but now I am using as a towel too. I would like to try those sandals too! They look so comfortable!
For me, in summer I will happily survive with cold fruits from the fridge, especially suika! And a lot a lot of water. Oh, short shorts also helped me a lot instead of pants, they are so fresh!~ ☺
Recently not only in Japan, but also in China we have been experiencing high temperature weather, but because I live in Beijing, it is not as humid as Japan, so I can't imagine. Thanks for sharing! Take care~ Aki~san.

[kanecitizen]

a few more subscribers and you'll hit 100k!
thank you for the ideas and inspiration, I've been slowly but surely reducing my total amount of possessions and I can already feel a weight being lifted off my shoulders.

[wabi_sabi]

Hey Aki, I live in Australia and was wondering where I could get an everyday Kimono and tatami mats. Have a great day 😊

[maryhopkins]

I lived in Japan from 1969 -1974. It brings back so many memories watching your videos❤️❤️❤️

[MunaSoto]

I really enjoy your videos and the way you show us the Japanese culture. I am from Argentina and seeing you drinking matcha made me wander a lit bit more about our national drink, mate. I went to check the difference between matcha and mate and interestingly, both are really healthy drinks. And for us, though we do not have a mate ceremony, it is almost like a ritual: preparing it, drinking it with your family, friends, or even alone, etc. Continue with your fantastic videos, please!

[elimac]

Another wonderful video, Aki, thank you. Pocari Sweat drink is excellent to help stay hydrated in the humidity as well.

[diw]

Also, 10. Eat shaved ice or ‘kakigori’ this is usually what I get during summers in Japan ;my favourite is the one with green tea -Ujikintoki??🤤🤤it’s so good especially the ones in Kyoto!

[atmashantideviyoginidayash]

Hi Aki 🙋🏻‍♀️,
Enjoy your friendly outgoing personality! The videos are Great 👍🏼 Enjoying them very much, thank you!
🌈🫶🏼✨🌞I like the AiRism Shorts 🙆🏻‍♀️💕I went onto Amazon in the USA but they don’t have them. Where can I purchase them? Is there another name for them!?! I like that look and the thinness . I live on an island 🏝 off the coastline and it’s very hot too! Please let me know! Enjoying my knife and rice pot you showed on another video!
✨👍🏼☺️👍🏼✨☀️☀️🌞🌺💕🤗💕

[bvillebikelady]

Your shorts under your kimono gave me a great idea: dig out my pantalet patterns and fabric for under skirts. I already use a selection of bandanas for sweat catching, and a folding fan. Thank you for the inspiration!