My Solo Trip to Tokyo, Japan

This is part 1 in my Japan series. I spent 3 weeks in Japan last October and saw so much! I started and ended my trip in Japan in Tokyo, and visited a bunch of places in between. This is the first video in my Japan series, just focusing on Tokyo.

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Camera - Panasonic GH5
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0:00 Introduction
0:32 Arriving in Tokyo
2:28 Shibuya, Harajuku
3:35 Meiji shrine, Yoyogi park
4:43 Shin Udon, Shinjuku
5:32 Asakusa, Sensoji
7:36 Ueno park, Tokyo National Museum
7:56 Savoy Tomato and Cheese, sushi
8:53 Tsukiji outer market
9:21 Ginza
10:46 Owl Village
11:53 TeamLab Planets
12:50 Odaiba
14:02 Tea ceremony and kimono rental
14:22 Shibuya Sky

[gonzalezfreak]

I went for a week to Osaka. first time out of the country. I'd say it was overwhelming, fantastic, friendly, & fun. I was greeted and welcomed I never was "alone" but for some reason, in this country at times I felt lonely. although the people were polite, respectful, and would help if they could; it felt they were reserved or shy. it was peaceful in a way but also a lot of reflection. I was between serenity & sorrow. I liked learning their social norms and felt myself missing that culture coming back to America.

[mud]

Ive seen so many " i went to japan" videos. But this one is by far the best. It makes me wanna go so badly

[Toogoodxoxo]

I went to Japan in August for three weeks and had a magical time.

I am now moving there in September for a year and I can't wait!

[DanielKaPuiLauYT]

I did a solo trip to Japan this past January. Some days I felt like doing a lot of exploring, 30k steps minimum and some days I felt like laying in bed all day. I could eat whenever I wanted to and as much as I wanted to without having to care for others. The true freedom you have in such a beautiful and safe country like Japan is a unique experience that is unlike anything I have felt before. I never once felt a hint of loneliness. Japan is a country catered so well for individuals that it is widely accepted that people do things by themselves. Solo trips are in my opinion super underrated and more people need to spread their wings and experience it. I'm going back again next January for another solo trip.

[EastOfEden]

Just got back from our two week trip this Tuesday. Was the best trip I've ever been on. So much to do

[The_NomadNinja]

I just got back from a solo trip to Japan. I love how there isn't a stigma of eating at restaurants by yourself like in the US and other places

[smiritisubba]

Everything is jus so calming n peaceful.

[AmbientWalking]

I really enjoyed this ramble around Tokyo, Daphne. Thank you for a nice trip to Tokyo from my couch!

[SirTerribad]

I just booked a spontaneous first solo trip to Tokyo and am both nervous and excited!! This video gave me a bunch of ideas of what to do and see, thank you!

[Rose_rosewq]

Japan is very beautiful, its people are very sweet and beautiful 😭🇯🇵

[AmarDinguli_bysubhasree]

Daphne, just couldn't stop myself from commenting after seeing this beautifully presented video, your way of storytelling is just so amazing, it just makes me feel like I am not just watching your videos on my phone but actually in there right at the place experiencing all these beauty .... Keep up your good work.❤️ Mark my words your channel will grow real soon....❤️

[davidvasta]

Wonderful video. We were in Tokyo about the same time. I think your first few days were my last few days. I lived there in Japan in the 90s and now go back every year or two when they don't lock down the country. Very enjoyable walk and calm video. I look forward to watching more.

[mandeep.]

I love your video style! So relaxing, mindful and real. Considering how much your assaulted by audio there, this is a lovely oasis.

[tinahuynh]

Great video, thanks for sharing. We are going to Tokyo in 3 weeks and this was really helpful. Safe travels friend!

[Dascobar]

I was there in Japan on the exact dates you visited. finding this video is crazy as I also did similar things like take the NEX, get an egg sando at 7/11, Senso Ji and even visit Matsuya! Superb solo video

[HenrikWilhelmsson]

Going on my first solo trip to Tokyo in a few weeks. Can’t wait. It’s my fourth time to Tokyo though. Love it!

[alitain]

I'm taking my first solo trip to Japan next week. I'm actually also going for three weeks, and yeah it's been stressful and crazy planning it but I'm also super excited!

[onemrepixel]

The way you're editing it, needed so many videos to make a result like this. You effort for a single video is huge <3

[realtorhuan]

This is incredible! I feel like I was right there with you. Thanks for the excellent video (and the countless hours behind it all). Love from Vancouver

[larsgibbon]

Thanks for a great video of my favourite country.