19 things that surprised me in Germany as a Japanese person | vlog

In the last video, after having matcha tea at the Eiffel Tower in France, I took a train to Frankfurt, Germany.

I was surprised by many things in France, but how will Germany surprise me for the first time being here?

This is my whole experience in Germany.

Let’s get started!

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[planswalkr]

The lack of pictures has multiple reasons. For one, you save money by not having to print images of every dish. Also it goes back to a time when many poor people couldn't read, so the restaurants for poor people would have pictures, while the ones for the upper classes would have descriptions. So not having pictures became a symbol of higher class.

[simplexj]

As a German, I love those public book storages and use them a lot. Sometimes I bring a book or two, sometimes I take one. A bit like a treasure hunt. Best thing is these installations often make me read different authors or genres than I usually do, thus widening my personal horizon a bit. Highly recommended!

[m_lies]

The very low vertical traffic lights with 3 lights are for bicycles, the traffic lights with only two lights are for pedestrians and the taller ones with 3 traffic lights are for cars.

[Elathaia]

This was probably said by others before, but: There are toilets in shopping centres that you can use for free - it totally depends on where you are and which centre you're in.
For example in my city in northern Germany there's one centre where you can use the toilets for free, two where you CAN leave a tip but don't have to and others where I'm not actually sure :D
So you don't have to pay everywhere :)

[toymenagerie]

I'm happy you got the chance to see different cities in Germany. A lot of people think, if they know one city in Germany, they know every city and only visit Munich or Berlin which are both not a 100% representation. Every area is different and people are different, too. I live in the Ruhr area, near Düsseldorf, but if you drive not much you'll be at the north sea for example, it so different from Frankfurt and Cologne. Hamburg is amazing, too. :)

[kushig]

I think Germany is the Japan of Europe every time I'm in Germany I feel it's Japan but in a European perspective! I'm so happy to hear that Germany has so many vegan options and your friend is Vegan. I wasn't vegan when I lived in Japan or the many times I visited Germany but now I am so this is great to hear

[mikezmiles]

German here: idk if anyone already said it but the 3D / FFP2 Masks were requiered by the government because they are even safer then the normal surgical masks so we werent allowed to use the normal masks. The rule is over now but most most people still own and thus use the 3D masks

[sdmtkyf]

I like Germany very much.Of course it has a lot of sightseeing resourses, kindness of local people was remarkable from the Japanese point of view.

[fireknight]

never forget germany is a federation of different countries with their own culture and history. in the north the vikings, in the south the romans, in the east the slavs and in the west the franks. and all in different forms.

[eaglenoimoto]

No wet towels: Because they are not part of the culture, but also because it’s terrible for the environment, as the packaged ones are not biodegradable 😢 I worked in Düsseldorf for years and miss the (for Germany) cheap Japanese food, it’s at least double the price where I live now in Hamburg and also when I lived in London.

[Atheria]

I have wanted to visit Germany for a while, but now that I know veganism is popular there now, I really need to go! We have “Tiny Little Libraries” (sometimes called “Tiny Free Libraries”) here in the USA and I love them.

[iamcarbonandotherbits.]

I lived in Germany from 1973 to 1984 and won't have a bad word said about it. I came over from Liverpool UK, at the age of 17 and spent the happiest 11 years of my life in Menden where I learnt to sail on the mohnesee dam some 45km from Dotrmund. In the summer months I'd go to the Mosel Valley and pick grapes with other people my age group most of whome were from around the world. In October we had the beer fest which is now world famous, November we would be skiing in Bavaria then back to Menden for Christmas and New year. This was just some of the highlights of my first 11 of my 15 years in the army the remaining years I spent in the Outer Hebrides, which in my eyes is a jewel in the British Isles not many people know about. If you're a outdoorsy type or enjoy fishing then get your butt out there you won't regret it.

[KatoK]

I don't know what it is but somehow videos of people visiting the country I live in and enjoying it just makes me happy :) I'm really happy you enjoyed your stay in Germany!

[ilisan]

12:15 long eye contact when toasting, a German tradition that probably feels weird to Japanese people^^
It's great to see you trying out all kinds of things and having friends wherever you go, no surprise your journeys look like a lot of fun. There are so many different things to see in Europe, you better visit again!

[mjs]

I really enjoyed this video! I went to Germany late last year for a bike and barge tour and the culture is so different than the U.S. So old and so many castles. I loved it. You gave a different overview and I am glad you had a good visit. You are one of the most engaging, endearing and adaptable people I follow on YouTube. I really appreaciate what you share! Thank you for making it a part of your life. If you are ever in Tacoma Washington, USA, let me know. I would love to show you around.

[kb]

I really enjoyed your video and as a German I was very pleased that you like my country so much. For your next visit I recommend Munich, Berlin and Hamburg. Also very beautiful cities and absolutely worth a visit.

[sora_osxmu]

7:29 ish The reason why some people still wear masks is because corona. During the pandemic, it was mandatory to wear these masks (called FFP2) because they are thicker and provide better protection. Wearing these masks was mandatory in public places such as supermarkets, etc. By the end of 2022, most places were mask-free, and the requirement to wear masks on public transportation was eliminated in February of this year.
I apologize for any mistakes English isn't my first language.

[butenbremer]

Thank you ever so, so much for your appreciation of my hometown Frankfurt! Please come and visit this humble place again during the 🥰

[cricho]

I am a German who has been living in Switzerland for the last 3 years. I enjoy your journey and your view on things and am already mega excited about your ride with the Glacial Express. I still plan to do that as well.

Have fun and thank you for sharing your impressions 🙂

[amandinha]

I didn't know that putting locks on a bridge was not very common. 😅 Couples put them with their initials and after locking them you should throw the key in to the water, so kinda representing everlasting love.