How to Survive Summers in Japan: Tips & Recommendations

Рет қаралды 5,005

Күн бұрын

Summers in Japan are HOT. Here in Tokyo, I've experienced "real feels" of 116℉/46.7℃, and the heat became an issue during the Olympics. Here are a few everyday things that can help you survive summers in Japan.
CHAPTERS
Intro: 0:00
Starting the day: 1:22
Clothing: 2:05
Everyday essentials (sprays, lotions, wipes, etc.): 4:15
Drinks: 5:36
Desserts: 5:55
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
► LINKS:
🔥 How to Survive Summers in Japan - Everyday essentials: www.barrettish.com/log/post/how-to-survive-summers-in-japan/?
🇯🇵✈️ Travel in Japan: www.barrettish.com/travel/jap...
✈️🇯🇵 Plan a custom Japan trip: www.omakasetravels.com
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
► SUBSCRIBE: kzfaq.info...
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
► FOLLOW ME:
Instagram: / barrett.ish
Facebook: / barrettish
Twitter: / barrettish_
TikTok: / barrettish
Snapchat: / barrettish
Website: www.barrettish.com
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
► WHAT I USE:
My camera: amzn.to/3d38MHp
My lens 1: amzn.to/2WcL2di
My lens 2: amzn.to/2ZazlXp
My mic: amzn.to/2KNI5dJ
#tokyoolympics #livinginjapan #barrettish

Пікірлер: 49

@pimpinainteasy 2 жыл бұрын

*uses this to deal with the virginian heat*

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@elainej9557 2 жыл бұрын

Same! The humidity kills!

@pyro2054 2 жыл бұрын

I love how I just found this channel and it just so happens the video that this video was brand new

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

haha nice, thanks for finding it!

@Mwoods2272 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid! The added bad thing about summer in Japan, it is also typhoon season. So not only is it hot and humid but it sometimes rains too.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah definitely. Hate the bugs and all that as well. I’d try to not be in Japan during the summer if it weren’t for the fruits lol

@tofulosophy 2 жыл бұрын

Super helpful info! Especially the clothes rec. Keep it up!

@barrettish Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Can be useful especially around this time of year!

@corvette8088 2 жыл бұрын

Mahalo Barrett, another awesome and educational video. I've experienced summer there and in Singapore (very humid), my trick is to stay indoors, move form location to location via the underground mall system.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Ohh I’ve never been to Singapore during the hot season but I can imagine! Definitely stay inside as much as possible!

@LS-zt3xz 2 жыл бұрын

In Europe many homes, mine included, don't have any A/C at all. During the summer it's common to leave the shutters closed all day to block out the sunlight.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

I remember that actually when I was traveling around Europe in the summer. I recall dying in Firenze lol. Thanks for sharing!

@DarinItamura 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Barrett! Great recommendations on the clothes! I was looking for some Japanese men's clothing brands to check out and didn't have much success. I have definitely added the ones you mentioned to my list! Stay cool! ❄️🍧

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! For me, it's often a hit or miss with Japanese clothes because of how they fit (or don't fit) me. But when they're good, they're good!

@DelicateDiablo 2 жыл бұрын

personal advice as it helps me on hot days is warm tea dont ask me how but it helps and thank you for the video :)

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

That is something I haven't heard before! haha but maybe it helps even out the temperature...? Thanks for watching!

@Ko-hl1cu 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video! Even I’m japanese, I’m not used to summers in japan haha One of my tips is using Sensu/扇子 which is a handheld fan. That’s a traditional japanese fan but still much useful. Also it’s easy to bring it and foldable, you can find it in most of 100yen shops. Stay hydrated and be careful of heat stroke!

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

haha I don’t think we can ever get used to it! Oh yeah, sensu is a good one - very portable! Thank you, stay well too!

@glynisnakahara8860 2 жыл бұрын

With kids, going to Japan always meant enduring the summer heat. Kyoto is the worst, IMO. Anyway, we found these neck "scarves" that have little pockets to slip mini ice packs. Essentially have ice packs on the back of your neck. That really, really helped us. Loved your video -- helps explain some of the mystery about fully-dressed Japanese people riding their bikes in the City and looking cool as a cucumber. I just chalked it up to the Japanese being altogether superior in general.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Ooh those neck ice scarves sound good! I think Sony makes portable AC units but you need a special shirt I believe. Tempted to try it though! Thank you for watching and sharing your story!

@hori166 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a secret: stand in front of the A/C's units in the station for temporary relief. Depending on the station, they may be on the train platform, or on the same level as the turnstiles. They have air louvers that you can adjust downwards to direct the airflow. Akasakamitsuke has them. Or you can stand beneath the air ducts while waiting for the train in most stations. Japanese believe standing in front of a fan or any airflow is bad for the health. Personally, I think they would love to be cooling off but don't do it for decorum--I wonder if they sweat at all under those designer jackets they wear in the summer? Also, some train lines have colder A/C. The Namboku line is American A/C cold! Marunouchi is pretty good too.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, definitely! I love those AC units in the station! Yeah I feel like Japanese aren't that thrilled about AC but I'm all about it lol. I rarely ride Namboku and Marunouchi but that's good to know. I feel like Ginza is pretty decent usually.

@Ilovepizzandnb 2 жыл бұрын

hawaii shave ice is still the best, I could go for Shimazu right now which i think is better than Matsumotos.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t disagree with that! Yeah I haven’t been to Shimazu’s in a long time but I had them up around the top!

@etherdog 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips, Barrett, and thanks for actually naming the brands. I don't do well in the heat so these recommendations are very useful. BTW, have you thought of doing a collab with Rion Ishida (see his eponymous channel)? He is a pretty fun guy. (I know Ishida is a pretty common name in Japan.)

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for watching! haha I think I came across something of his and noticed the name! Nothing planned yet but maybe one day!

@Dflowen 2 жыл бұрын

Aww yeah Barrett with another video. Just like the last review of summer. Nice recommendation of clothing companies to beat the heat in Japan. XD. I know when Last time I traveled to Japan for the last two weeks of June I recall it being hot and rainy (some days) felt that slight humidity in the air. When is Autumn going to hit Barrett I would like to see how it is at those times. I bet it will be a relief from the heat?

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yeah, June is that humid, rainy, and getting hot season. Not that fun haha. Autumn is just hitting right now actually, it began cooling down maybe a week or so ago... it's definitely a relief!

@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video. My husband has a determined and dare I say it, demented, fixation on visiting Japan in mid July. We're in the UK and he has no idea what Japanese summertime will be like, especially if we are based in Tokyo and not the coast or a riverside mountain village. The UK has high humidity but our hot summer days are NOTHING Asia's hot summer days. I'd love you to do a video or a Q and A segment on gorgeous hidden forest towns to stay in in Japan. I'm looking for a ryokan in a location that has a charming town centre and lively cultural activities nearby but is away from "civilisation" and has a rich, green forest and river atmosphere that feels hidden and-- forgive me-- Ghibli-esque. ;) Thanks so much for this video Barrett! Hope you have a great weekend.

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Yes you're absolutely right, and I hope you convince your husband to choose a different season to visit Japan! lol I'm actually not that knowledgable about hidden towns and what not, unfortunately... I'm sure there are so many though! Thank you for watching and for your thoughtful comment!

@JustinAndrewMason 2 жыл бұрын

I'm currently living in southern Kentucky in the U.S. Keeping an eye on the forecasts for both Tokyo and locally, I've come to realize they seem to share nearly identical weather, with the exception of Tokyo being (only slightly) wetter in the rainy season (we get avg 53 inches, Tokyo gets avg 60 inches), and high/low temps,, humidity levels, heat indexes, seasonal changes, average snowfall (here avg 6 inches, Tokyo avg 2") etc. almost move in tandem. I am curious to see how much the two places "feel" alike when I get to Tokyo (hopefully next year).

@barrettish 2 жыл бұрын

That is interesting, I had no idea. I would’ve never thought Kentucky would be similar but who knows, maybe! Hope you get to make it over!