Thank you to everyone who joined!! NEW CHANNEL FOR STREAMS: kzfaq.info/love/SI7QEsYX_pafNZB-IDmw5Q Make sure you turn on notifications so you never miss a stream! All livestreams will be moving to this channel!! EDIT: New channel wouldn’t let me stream 😔 So.... made a 40 minute long video instead 😉 Going up ASAP!!

Norm I can see why you love these early morning livestreams. So peaceful and beautiful.

That image of Chris jumping out of a moving vehicle, just to escape sleeping in the great outdoors, is made all the more believable if one considers the possibility of Ryotaro joining you for said camping trip. 🤣

I wouldn’t mind if you had some of your lovely Shamisen playing in the background of your videos on this channel going forward. Even if it was just the warm up.

For those who like learning about Japanese history and were asking in the stream about the triforce emblem, it is the mon of the Hojo clan. From wiki: The Hōjō clan (北条氏, Hōjō shi) in the history of Japan was a family who controlled the hereditary title of shikken (regent) of the Kamakura shogunate between 1203 and 1333. ... The Hōjō are known for fostering Zen Buddhism and for leading the successful opposition to the Mongol invasions of Japan. Thanks @tokyolens for the gorgeous and peaceful "stroll". So happy the weather was clear [my prayer answered] and regretting that didn't get out there after dinner at New Year's 2019/2020. It's definitely on the list for my next trip. At this point, when things open up, I'll be visiting for a year plus 😂.

So, so beautiful. I can't travel now, so I love watching channels like this. It makes me feel like I'm traveling again.

Thank you for taking us along and showing us Enoshima. Such a beautiful area and will definitely be on my list if I can ever make it to Japan!

I spent 2 crazy nights on Enoshima and of course the empty mornings, too. First one in summer: On a weekend between work I wanted to explore Kamakura because weather was going to be good. I had (or wanted) to take my road bike (thanks Utada Hikaru for that) in the afternoon/evening from a satellite town in the northwest of Tokyo. So I reached Shonan in the evening and first I wanted to see Enoshima, because I arrived there first. It was getting dark really soon. I had to sleep somewhere. Well, broken af as I was that time, I decided to sleep at a cool spot without people disturbing me at night or in the morning. Well, there is this famous rocky coastline at the backside of the island and while sitting there enjoying the sunset and nightview I decided to just stay there as more and more visitors went home the long way across the island back to their homes and hotels. It was a really warm day and also warm night, so I decided to just sleep on the rocks there on an elevated spot with my bag as a pillow and a jacket for some comfort. Late at night only two or three night anglers tried their luck in the distance but did not notice me. So I sleept there and woke up in the early morning sunlight. I woka up on the rock of Enoshima, fantastic view of Fuji-san and the sea. That was just awesome! In the distance one angler was still there or back again, but I had some more visitors: Those tiny little crabs or what those things are. Thousands of them were on the rocks to see if you looked close enought, but they are fast af not wanting to be catched. Well, maybe some of them climbed me during my sleep. ^^ I wil never forget this under the sky overnighter on Enoshima and I will do this again for sure when I have the chance to visit Nihon again. =) Second night was not that exiting. Was some days before Christmas and I just came back of my around 100 days cycling tour from Tokyo through the Alps to Kyoto/Himeji and back. I arrived from Hakone that day and had to sleep somewhere. Still broken af. xP Beach was to sandy and in the morning you could be seen from everywhere, also the not so warm wind from the ocean … Well, I already knew Enoshima and that I slept there and in the early morning there are not many people on the island, especially not in late autumn. So I drove up the Enoshima plateau with my Utada road bike and heavy backpack and slept on a bench in my sleeping bag somewhere at the cliff with an ocean view. ^^ Still pretty windy, but I got some sleep. Next early morning empty plateau and I could quickly pack my things, get some freshness at the toilet house and after some breakfast I went on the road again heading to Kamakura. I will never forget that island. Nice memories. =)

Norm this is amazing! I’m watching you for a while now of course but these streams are the best, when you go around and show us the less known areas. I’m watching your other channel too. :) I hope once Japan opens we can arrange a meet up for the channel and go on a super hike :))) Squirrels: YES! When I lived in a small house and I sat outside in the garden, I always caught them running around and throwing pine cones at my car. As a game :) little boogers

That might just be my favourite shrine so far😍😍🇯🇵🇯🇵

I know I'm watching these out of upload order and comment very sporadically but know that your videos are a highlight to my day.

When it's so early but so peaceful ✌️. So nice 😌 A zen moment.

I absolutely love watching your live streams Norm. Especially when someone gives you a super chat that is very large. Your reaction to them is truly beautiful, you do not act like you deserve it. You take it humbly and you can see in your reaction that it does mean a lot to you and you do absolutely appreciate those who choose to support you. Thank you for everything and giving everyone here something to look forward to throughout this chaotic time.

The beauty of this area made me tear up while watching this.... wow 🥺 this is 100% getting added to my next trip’s itinerary. Thank you so much for doing this, Norm!!!

Just recently found your channel and have been binge watching a lot of your past videos and livestreams, loving it all!

This really is stunning. OMG. Stunning. It's on the bucket list.

“Expose for the sky…” such a photography thing. I’ve used my sunglasses before when I didn’t have a polarizing filter. 😩 📷

I recommend trying to visit Enoshima during the holidays. The garden with the light decorations and the views for the new years fire works is great.

Wonderfull stream, Enoshima seems so magic, imagine to walk around there, and taking pictures of the nature, would love it.

Norm thank you for this beautiful walk around this island it was so relaxing to watch during my train trip to work!

This is so beautiful, and again thank you soo much for all you share.

I am so excited for you and your new channel! That path into the water at 3:41min! Divine!!!

absolutely amazing video! thanks so much for getting up early and taking us. Mt Fuji is breathtaking. My daughter lives in Yamanashi Japan and sends me pics of mt fuji a lot. so mt fuji is my 2nd favorite thing in Japan.

I'm so glad I got to watch this one. :) I love to walk around Japan through your channel, makes me wish I could travel there too (someday I will!)

adore listening to your calm voice always

An exploration worth living for.

Great stream norm, I miss enoshima, cannot wait to go back when travel opens up again!

Wow even your handheld work is amazing

I studied not too far from there and visited many times as I like walking and exploring. One memory that clings to me is at the very rocky end of the island with all the cats and creepy long legged bugs. I'm sure they are still there!

once again i am playing catch up, watching the stream after the fact. Another location added to the list of places to visit! Thanks Norm!

love that there are very few people....

I love traveling here! It’s so amazing, and beautiful! Next time you go you should try “Dr, fish“!

Thank thank you🐞

Switching from 360-720 huge difference. Thank you.

Missed another livestream. 😕 Oh... now I see Fuji-san! Thank you for the tour! Sorry, I keep missing all the livestreams. Such is life.

Love Enoshima spent some time there on the last trip beautiful place!

I'm just waking up but listening to your shooting voice makes me sleepy again 🐨

Hahaha “I’m poking fuji” 😆 I could see it though!! This is amazing! So peaceful and nothing is better than the sounds of birds singing :) just catching up on this as I couldn’t stay when it was live.

I am a new subscriber to your channel as of yesterday and it is absolutely wonderful!

Love the livestream, Norm! Will definitely subscribe to your new channel.

Soo soo beautiful

I loved Enoshima. The Hawks are amazing as well.

I've been to Enoshima twice now. Like you, it's also one of my favorite places in Japan so far. Next time, I want to visit EnoSpa and those caves!

Early Tokyo Lens Explores! Love it.

Missed the live since i had to supervise my mom with her zoom meeting. Watching it now. Once again, my list of to go places in Japan has increased. Edit: Loved the 430 am island 'sunset' 😛, your shadow play (i always get shadow selfies when i want to include myself in a picture), the not so clear fujisan views (even just knowing she's there is enough). Should i just say i love everything ❤😂

It's a great walk in Enoshima! 👍

I missed the stream. The place is really pretty and it looks peaceful cause there aren't a lot of people but it also feels strange watching it for the same reason. It's nice to see what the place looks like when there aren't much people cause it's easier to appreciate the surroundings but feels weird especially in the places where it should have people in. lol that one rocky area really gets skipped in the stream. I subbed to the new channel! I hope I get to catch a livestream again next time.

I had just pulled up the island on maps out of simple curiosity before you mentioned the road you were on, followed along afterwards. Good fun

I missed the stream, but holy crap, this is beautiful! 💜🗻

Oh, memories. Got my best Fuji pic from those slanty stairs. November at the Sea Candle for the Candle Festival.

Ooh I missed you streaming! Enoshima is still on my list; while I rode the Enoden already, it was a day where the remnants of a Taifun hit, so I stuck mainly to temples close to the train stations. Nevertheless, a beautiful place, and hopefully I can manage to visit again some day.

gorgous. Thank You

48:51 great shot there.

Super beautiful

I think I saw a video on another channel of Enoshima island during Christmas and there was a huge park that was very nicely lit. There was a ton of people walking through the streets and park, it looked awesome. I thought the Eno Spa looked like the Colosseum in design.

I recognized that sound, that the DJI Osmo. Love your effort in trying to keep the live stream up 👍

Beautiful

One place I would love to see a live stream is Senjogahara and the summit of Mount Nikkou-Shirane. Those grasslands/marshes look so peaceful, and I don't think any KZfaqrs have covered it. I visited Nikkou and Mount Nantai last time I visit, and its a place I would love to explore more when I return.

Ah, Enoshima, thank you, now i actually know what this place is called, always just called it the Island near Kamakura 😍Went here myself in 2016 after my friend and I were looking on google maps for interesting spots near Kōtoku-in. Best spot by far for me was the top of the tower and the gorgeous view of the shoreline, would absolutely recommend anyone to go up there. Had to do it by myself cause my friend hates heights but it was worth it. Even the way from Kamakura was in a small train along the shore giving an amazing view of the sea. One day i will go back there and explore more of the island, it will be worth the wait.

Unfortunately I slept through my alarm at 4:30am haha. But glad I can still catchup here after work! What a view!

I love these lives, wish I could catch you on one....

Another amazing stream. Good time to go to Enoshima is also before sunset, but go way before so you can find good spot with not too many people, it gets crowded with couples. And afterwards just stroll through the night island. If you catch the illuminations then it's even better. Just beware of Racoons as there is quite a few of them living there. They look cute but I wouldn't go too close to them. :D I love Enoshima. You can always get amazing shots there every time you go.

Remembering a holiday I didn’t have 😂 Indoor travelsssss

5:56 absolutely immaculate!

Hi Norm! The air looks still crisp!

30:38 金木犀 bloom in autumn, so I guess that's not the smell, but these are hydrangeas and they are about to bloom :) I've been to Enoshima a few times but never this early. Breathtaking views. Thanks for taking us with you ^^

Lmao Releasing your own journey across Japan before Chris

I’ve seen this one! Like when it came out.

love you norm

Loved it👌❤

There's a lot of pretty shots in that. Does make me want to frame up shots of my own inside there, (I'm not an ultrawide type gal, so I can kinda see where I'd go within those shots. :)

Hey Norm we been there on a quick stop very bright for 430am 😮

There are a handfull of those little rascals living in the trees around my house/yard. Squirrels are big fun to watch, but they have a sixt - just watching and all is fine, but trying to take a foto....and those fluffballs are gone in an instant.

omg, a group meetup would be epic.....

Wow, the sun rising at 4:30am in May, not accustomed to that here in Spain :)

at 56 minutes you were talking about how rebellious Japanese people can be. I do like the idea of ashtrays next to no smoking signs. I mean if you are going to violate the rule at least let them have place to put them out rather than throwing the butts on ground. As someone who had to pick up cig butts in no smoking areas before it would make that person life bit easier I would bet.

That view at 19:34 😍

Just missed it, no!!!!! Will have to watch it later. Any chance you're going to go to Yokosuka at some point Norm? That's where my family stayed when we were there in 2016.

Aww Japan please let us back in...

Cocking Garden, just made my day Norm!!!!!

I want to live there...

3:38 normal death stairs are now too tame. Norm requires slimy stairs to keep interesting.

I love how their 5 AM,looks literally like a US 12 noon!lol

Love it, especially with the commentary

Love these exploration streams, but found it criminal how many kitties Norm walked past w/out acknowledging them😿

This kinda reminded me of Barakamon

Ah fudge JUST missed it. Dang working back to back jobs. >: ( that's ok though I'm doing it to pay for college to make it to Japan myself someday. All worth it. Will just have to watch the video now on my quick break : )

Amazing views!

The running killed more than the gimble, your lungs also. ;p

Can see why stairmasters aren't a big seller in Japan lol

5:22 get some waterproof tattoo cover. Also, I'm grateful for this lovely, soothing walkabout. Will sub to Explore. My poor expired passport thanks you.

if only i have the time to watch your 1 hour videos :(

❤️👍

Wellll, I was adding the spa to my list, until you said (and I read their site to confirm) that they don't allow tattoos...

Nice video and nice view and nice countryside. I just cannot watch the whole video at once. Get "Car sick" due to the shaking camera :D And of course I subscribed the other channel too. Looking forward to see more :)

9:39 did you just warp to Hyrule?

Sugoi :) Can you go to Shizuoka city someday please Norm?

Norm, I don't know if you check the comments on these anymore. I know you're from Canada, but I'm wondering if you're from close to where I am in the States. We don't say stream either... We say chtream. 😃 Train is chrain. LoL. I have a bunch of junior and highschool students with my country accent.

last time i was there it was so cloudy and i couldn't see mt fuji...and the hawks were stealing my food from the sky..

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