solo travel in the japanese countryside | karuizawa in winter 🌨

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I don't want to be held back by my friends' availability and other factors sometimes 💕 Of course I love travelling with friends, but sometimes going solo is good and can be fulfilling in different ways 😇 Especially this trip, as if I didn't go when I did, I think all the snow would have started melting
I think Japan is the best country to travel alone in, especially as a female 🦔 I really never feel unsafe, especially in the countryside! I will mention that I speak Japanese, so felt a lot more comfortable doing these random expeditions to places on countryside bus timetables. Regardless, I think everyone can manage a bit, especially with the help of Mr. Google 😅
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0:00-1:32 lets go to karuizawa
1:33-5:44 lunch/skating/exploring alone
5:45-9:54 hotel room tour/chatting
9:55-11:33 walking the outlet mall
11:34-14:00 kumoba pond
14:01-15:34 ginza street
15:35-17:35 shiraito no taki in winter!!!
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🎈Song : Daystar - The Reason I like you(piano ver.) / • ✨샛별 - 너를 좋아하는 이유 (Pian...
🎈Song : Daystar - Autumn diary / • ✨샛별 - 가을 일기✨(Royalty F...
🎈Song : Daystar - Daisy Fleabane / • ✨샛별 - 🍳계란꽃🌼✨(Royalty F...
solo travel in the japanese countryside | karuizawa in winter 🌨

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@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

I had a great trip by myself last week 😊 I love getting out of the city sometimes, especially during winter since I love to look at the snow (but not live in it heh) Have you traveled to Japan in winter before? It's one of my favorite times of year to do it...everything feels so peaceful in the snow 😇 And there's nothing better than an onsen overlooking banks of snow!!! It's the best feeling in the world 💕

@catchef3114 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for doing these videos among the chaos that’s going on in the world. it’s a reminder of all the “small” things in our lives we as humans should love and treasure. 💜

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

yes, it's hard to know what to do in these times, but for now i'll keep going and try to make peaceful content 💕

@jacquelinestauffer5796 Жыл бұрын

I loved this beautiful video. When I was in my 20's and early 30's, I used to go on vacations by myself too, and this video was so nostalgic for me. I truly enjoyed exploring a new place by myself and relaxing on my own, and your video captured that feeling for me exactly. I'm almost 60 years old now, but I enjoy your videos so much because you remind me of myself at your age. I still live in the US and never traveled abroad, but we have a lot in common nonetheless. I think you are brave, and I admire that you are true to yourself. ❤(and I love pink and gaming and manga and anime and cuteness and afternoon tea and fancy coffee drinks too)

@wilhelminacarthens2060 9 ай бұрын

Those are very calming memories to take away with you, ❤the winter waterfalls.

@Lina-jx5pt 2 жыл бұрын

This video is so peaceful & I really loved that you did this solo trip by yourself. Sending you all my love from Morocco xx !

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@wand3r1ust07 Жыл бұрын

Your channel popped up on my recommendations the day my cat passed. Whenever I feel sad and missing my boy, which is often, I watch your channel to escape reality. I really love your videos--- I just regret I couldn't share this watching experience with Rosco.

@Cat1184 2 жыл бұрын

Oh this looks all so nice and cozy! I’d love to see Japan in Winter some time. Hopefully the borders open soon for tourists again fingers crossed 🤞 and until then I just enjoy your lovely videos about it. So thanks for sharing!

@katalyna_rose 2 жыл бұрын

Such a pretty video! I miss snow so much, I live in a place that barely gets any and it never sticks longer than a night, but I grew up in a place where we got snowed into our houses at least once a year lol. Thanks for all the pretty and kinda nostalgic clips of so much snow! Solo travel looks so relaxing. I'd really never want to do it in the States, particularly as a woman, but I'm really looking forward to it in Japan. So nice that it's safe enough for that! Also I just noticed that your subscriber count is almost at 10k!!! How exciting!!! This is the first time I've really watched a channel grow like this, I was around before you got monetized and only had a couple hundred subscribers. You've worked really hard on your channel and it's so cool to see you growing! Congrats!

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

aww thanks so much 😭😭 i hope i reach it soon…wonder what i should do for it 😆 thanks for supporting me all this time!

@itsRebeccaRayne 2 жыл бұрын

I've travelled alone in America but only in California, I don't know if I would anywhere else. It's good to hear you feel safe in Japan travelling alone because that's what I will do when I finally get to go!

@pknumba1 2 жыл бұрын

What a peaceful and tranquil town! I remember Karuizawa from Ouran High School Host Club, and there's a scene of the outdoor shopping center. It looks just like the anime, except for the snow. LOL. I loved the video and can't wait to see the second part! Thank you. :)

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

oh god memories unlocked 😂

@suzyq3746 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy following you along in your life in Japan Allison. Nothing wrong with going by yourself and seeing all those beautiful places. I hate winter now but only because I live with snow 6 months of the year, but I would still visit places like this. Keep doing what your doing and ありがとうございます

@mauded5962 Жыл бұрын

Who here first heard about Karuizawa in Terrace House? 🙋🏻😃 Also, thanks Allison for this peaceful video 😌🙏

@dianebaker5243 2 жыл бұрын

This is a lovely video too watch. Thank you for sharing this. 👍🥰

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks 🌸🌸

@simchasepler1428 2 жыл бұрын

I'm behind on your videos but this was so calming to watch! The snow looks epic!

@hannahgreen681 2 жыл бұрын

That was amazing! Thank you for showing us this place.

@Midbright Жыл бұрын

Chanced upon your video doing some research on Karuizawa :) just wanted to say - what a restful video, with lilting and romantic background music... Hope that you are feeling comfortable in your own company and enjoying the time being alone :) that's something that I'm working on myself, too!

@Bernsa12 2 жыл бұрын

This was so nice!! So peaceful too. I’ve taken day trips by myself and it’s lovely but I haven’t had the courage to fully travel on my own yet; thank you for the boost of encouragement, it was good to hear ☺️

@KrisTeaWarrior 2 жыл бұрын

I recognise all the places from terrace house 🙈 thanks for sharing your mini holiday !

@ruthnoronha8206 9 ай бұрын

I hope my daughters will be as sensible and adventurous as you one day. Have fun and stay safe!!

@IaIaIanopipipi 2 жыл бұрын

so calming❤️❤️one of my biggest aspirations... hope you had a lot of fun!

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much 💕

@mercedes7087 Жыл бұрын

so nice, love the snow

@NantheMistweaver 2 жыл бұрын

Out here living my dream ☺️ Looked like a cozy trip hope you had fun

@lisabiesterfeld9925 2 жыл бұрын

This was an absolute lovely video.. I love that you put on the skates and had the expensive lunch that's what little trips are for you only live once thanks so much for sharing🥰🥰

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

heheh yes!! the little things make a difference…honestly i came so close to not ice skating but in glad i did 🙈

@Matt-ph2os 2 жыл бұрын

I love a solo trip ! loved this so muchhhh

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much 🌷

@checkplease4532 2 жыл бұрын

it's like a mini-movie! i like the single soundtrack that's maintained throughout. it really knits all the scenes nicely

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much 🥺 trying for a more cinematic mood!!!

@hoppkins 2 жыл бұрын

Those pastries looked awesome

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

were so good 😍

@peipeit4276 Жыл бұрын

Thank You for the video! I have the same feeling as you. It is always difficult to match our time with friend. I love to go around Japan, but I guess I have to be brave and start my first solo trip in Japan!

@tiffany2709 2 жыл бұрын

I love these type of solo travel videos! I can’t wait to do some of these myself when in Japan. Also, there was a point where you say “that’s rare” about a person walking down the street with a white flag. What was that about?

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

It's a tour group with a flag!! I haven't seen any in a long time 😅 Usually there are swarms of them

@qlili5675 Жыл бұрын

John Lennon and Yoko Ono loved Karuizawa, they stayed at Karuizawa for a long time when they came to Japan.

@alltimecharlotte 2 жыл бұрын

This place looks so cute! I'm a 2021 JET who is (still lol) waiting to depart due to covid so I've missed the winter season for this year but I will definitely be putting Karuizawa on my list of places to visit for next year for my snow fix!!!

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

honestly i think karuizawa is meant to be enjoyed in summer 😂😂 but winter was great if you want cheaper hotels 😆 sooo many good winter places though 🥺

@jacquelinelau5647 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this well-made video. Great effort. A beautiful resort town. The breads look sumptuous.

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much 😊

@rnewl 2 жыл бұрын

素敵な動画だよ! I've wanted to visit karuizawa since the terrace house season there Seems like a winter wonderland 😍🌨️

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I've heard that a lot 😆 But I've never seen that season 🦔 I've always wanted to go since I heard it was a place for rich Tokyoites villas 😆

@rnewl 2 жыл бұрын

@@AllisoninTokyo opening new doors is a pretty good season, it was the first once I watched so Im attached to it even tho my favourite couple broke up after the show 😭 I do recommend tho

@ghostbird3651 2 жыл бұрын

really need to visit this town so I can think something else than テラスハウス every time I see it 😆very pretty 💕

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha 😂😂 yes much more to it than that!!!

@ee-co4264 2 жыл бұрын

Yes my girl is doing self care, 💗💗💗

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

😌

@gracerussell9488 2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful 😍 thank you

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks ☺️

@TheKornbeef 2 жыл бұрын

Comfy vlog, thanks for showing

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks 😊

@awalkaroundtheworld679 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video I enjoyed it.

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks ☺️

@nellyowings7222 Жыл бұрын

Would you choose a pasmo or suica card for travel in japan alsoThank you for such great videos I've grown to really enjoy your quirky personality

@rilkeanheart Жыл бұрын

your videos inspired me to plan a winter trip this year to kanazawa and matsumoto (and nagano) and now considering adding karuizawa after seeing this video. i'm thinking 2/3 nights in kanazawa, 1 night nagano, day trip to matsumoto, and 1/2 nights in karuizawa? number of nights enough or too much for any of those places? rest of trip will be in tokyo (total 13 days). will be my 5th trip to japan, i'm a solo traveler just like you! thank you for your videos!

@darkforest6811 2 жыл бұрын

This looks like a lovely place to visit. Your choice of music was perfect for it. Say, how do you handle the nakedness with the onsen? It's terrifying to me. I couldn't do it. It's underrated how nice it is to not have to wait for someone else to get ready or have to cater to someone else's taste as far as meals. I traveled with a friend once who took about 1 1/2 hours to get ready every morning. I think in total it was over 6 hours of time wasted waiting for her. That's a big chunk of a vacation lost. :( Though solo travel can seem a bit daunting and scary too.

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!! it’s scary at first but it’s best to go with someone else your first time who’s done it before 😆 now i’ve done it probably like 50 times….so it’s no problem 🙈 and ahhh i know what you mean, everyone’s schedules are different 😭

@bllan1965 10 ай бұрын

I'm curious if a traveler to Japan who is disabled should get travelers insurance? What does it cover if you know. Thank you just started watching and I love it!

@ginawilkolak7492 2 жыл бұрын

What a nice little time! Do you have a budget when do you small trips like this?

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

usually roughly…but i don’t usually do shopping on these trips so the only unknown is food and maybe a few tickets to things 😆 so i can plan it beforehand!!

@ailblentyn 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressive skating! Skating is hard.

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I always forget how tiring it is 😅

@odditygrdn 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great winter video! Are you a fan of terrace house? This is where they shot the Opening New Doors season. I fell in love with Karuizawa since seeing the show!

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

i’m not, only seen a few random episodes 😆 i’m glad!!!

@yaoifangirl1257 10 ай бұрын

🌨👍

@geodome83 Жыл бұрын

Have you tried the sleeper ferry services?

@ruthnoronha8206 9 ай бұрын

I found your channel like 2 years after you have been making videos. I’m not say it’s a must but could you say the month in your videos.

@AR-kf8dr 2 жыл бұрын

I love traveling on my own

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

🙌 yesss

@AngelicWings5 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for another wonderful video!!!! would love it if you could give a rough estimate on how much a solo trip like this cost for you! Like for transportation, accommodation, food expenses & etc. So I can plan for a similar trip! Thank you again for sharing!

@AllisoninTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!! i think this was around 450 dollars total 👀 could have got it down to 350 if i ate cheaper and stayed in cheaper hotels buttttt 🙈