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Just a tip for your next Japan trip. Tabelog is Japans version of Yelp. Also, be sure to check out the food basements in department stores. So many different and interesting food choices. Using a service like Yamato to ship your luggage to your next hotel/destination is super convenient so you're not lugging your bags on the trains. If flying into Haneda, you can take the Keikyu Line to Shinagawa Station and get onto the Yamanote line/subway to get to your final destination in Tokyo. Totally enjoyed this series! Makes me want to go back to Japan so badddd! Lol.

I think of 'Ordinary Adventures' as ordinary people (like you and, by extension, the viewer) going on great adventures.

I'm in Japan right now and can relate to a lot of what you say! Someone noted below to use a luggage transfer service between hotels/cities and I second this: it does mean you're without your bags for a day or so but is so much more convenient than schlepping them around. They also mentioned going to the basement of department stores, and yes: the basement is normally groceries and a food hall, and they are AWESOME, absolutely stuffed full of both local specialities and international brands. Also, I had a dish yesterday that I think you might enjoy: Curry Doria Gratin, which was a casserole of rice topped with Japanese curry, then cheese, and the whole thing was baked till the cheese is melty and golden. The version I had also had a soft poached egg hidden under the cheese in the middle. It was perfect for a brisk day, hot, cheesy and comforting without feeling too heavy.

It's so crazy. I didn't realise that the disney hotels room release was like taylor swift tickets. I got on at 11am japan time and they started selling out immediately! So glad we got a room.

As somebody who visited Japan prior to smart phones existing, I can confirm that navigating public transport was terrifying back then 😀

I went to Tokyo and Tokyo Disneyland after I graduated high school in the 80s. We used paper maps for the subway. It was confusing but I got the hang of it pretty quickly. I went with my best friend and met my sister and brother in law. She was stationed in Misawa, an Air Force Base.

For airport to hotel transportation, consider using the Airport Limousine Bus. That way you don’t need to schlep your luggage thru the train stations (that have a lot of stairs) and you don’t need to be without your luggage like when using a luggage service.

I think of Ordinary Adventures as adventures that are accessible to many types of people. Like no one going cliff diving or climbing Mount Fuji here, but you are going to do other awesome things❤ This is great, just putting all the pieces together 😊 So helpful! I really like how you guys think, you genuinely want to share and help others💜 I really hope to go one day, I would likely go on a tour, but seeing your trip there makes me feel a little more comfortable with the concept.

Loved the whole series! So sad it’s over but can’t wait till you guys make it back

Best Disney Vlog Series... EVER!!!

I'm going to Japan the end of March for 5 weeks, I travel all over the world, and Japan has me very intimidated! I was born in Japan and haven't been back in several years, this trip has me anxious and so excited.

I can't thank you both enough for this series, for taking such time and care to document this for us. I have taken such joy, in seeing your joy, it's been wonderful. I've told my husband for years we should go to Japan and directed him lol to watch this, so maybe? I get to go soon. Thank you again.

Awesome video! A few other tips from our April 2023 visit to Tokyo/Tokyo Disney: * We found the trains around Tokyo to be easy to use as the video showed, but had all kinds of trouble figuring out how to correctly buy tickets for the train that goes from the airport (don't remember that being just tap in and go). The car service they mentioned in the video would probably be easier to use. At least look up videos for how to buy tickets for that airport train if you plan to use one. * You can use a luggage service to send luggage from one hotel to the next if you are moving around, usually you can ask the hotel staff to arrange it, very cheap and safe. We did this going from Tokyo to Kyoto. * If you take longer train rides well worth getting a bento box sold on the train platform. You would think a box with cold chicken and rice would not be tasty but all the ones we had were delicious. Some fancier bento boxes do apparently including heating packs that warm the food after you open the box. * If you like to stay out late beware that trains can shut down earlier than you might think, like midnight or so. * If you go to Kyoto It is SO worth it to wake up early and get out to see things, it can get super crowded there but very few people wake up early. The bamboo forest part in particular this was super useful. Some shrines and temples do not open until 9am though. * The premier parade spots in Disneyland have assigned spots on the ground, but the premier viewing areas at Tokyo Disney sea do not - still well worth getting in either park as the shows are amazing! * You can't book the premier viewing areas until you are in the park, this is a great use of the happy 15 early entry, that 15 minutes is way more valuable than you would think. * Super Pro Tip if you do have happy 15 - stay as far left as you can, as they hold the main crowd back just behind several entry gates they let the Happy 15 people in first - if you are far left you'll be behind lines being let in by several entry booths, not just one or two, and thus will get closer to a full fifteen minutes of extra time.

The edits on this video is awesome, great job! It’s a perfect mix of what a podcast on KZfaq should be with all the visual add ins.

Watched all the Japan videos and will probably watch them all again and take notes, but we now feel like we can totally conquer a Tokyo Disney trip! Thank you so much for filming and sharing so much of your trip, it was extremely helpful. So happy you guys finally made it to Japan! 💜

Thank you so much for making this video! Can’t wait to watch it with pen and paper in hand to help us prepare for our trip in March 😊

Hey guys, love the channel! One clarification for Shinjuku and it being a Red Light District. The area in Shinjuku you stayed, Kabuki-cho, is considered a Red Light District, but it's a very small part of Shinjuku. You are correct though in that unless you are really looking, you don't really notice it. In that area as long as you don't follow the Touts(people telling you to go into an establishment) you will be fine.

THANK YOU!!! I’m taking my son to Japan for Spring Break and his 13th birthday in March 2024 and so much of this was SO helpful!!! It’ll be just me and him and yes, we are definitely hitting Disney. 😊😊😊

I have to tell you that this was the BEST trip planning video I’ve ever seen, and I watch a ton of trip planning videos. This was chock full of really helpful information. I was so surprised by the prices that now it looks like in a few years we may actually be able to make my Duffy loving daughter’s dream trip happen. Now I need y’all to go to Disneyland Paris so I can get your travel tips for that park too!

Yes, that google maps bookmark is so huge!! it made it so easy to plan meals. Great video guys!

I love seeing your video's improve overtime. It seems that every single new video you post, the editing quality and overall video just gets way better. Keep going!

LOVE you guys. We are planning a trip. My MIL lovessss Disney and this time she’s like… we are branching out to see the world!

I know you said this was the last Japan video, but i would love to see a video about your loot from Japan! Also, thanks for this video! It's super helpful and super encouraging to go ahead and fight past the overwhelm to book an amazing Japan trip.

A group of friends and I are going in March, so watching your Tokyo videos have been so helpful. I have a huge list of Disney things I want to buy just by watching your videos. Especially the Duffy and Friends merch

Awesome tips you guys! We are hopefully going to plan our own trip soon and these tips are super useful. We really like the format of the podcast style video too!

Great video and I loved watching the vlogs! I live and work in Tokyo and these are my comments/tips, hopefully it helps someone 😊 1. Nowadays you can use Suica basically anywhere in Tokyo, such as stores, not just trains and convenience stores. You can use it to pay for basically anything! 2. There are plenty of normal taxis you can hail just like in New York City! They are still more expensive than the trains but easy to find and great service. 3. As someone mentioned, the luggage shipping is super convenient. You can find the shipping counters in the airports and most hotels are happy to help you ship your luggage anywhere in the country. Super safe too. 4. I would caution anyone with an allergy or food restriction to be very careful in Japan. Look online on how to specifically explain your restriction in Japanese and print it out. Show that at every restaurant you eat at and make sure to confirm they understand while ordering and after recieving the food. Do not trust packaging. 5. The best bet for finding trash cans are convenience stores or Starbucks 😂 6. I hate the tiny napkins!! I am convinced it is just because Japanese people generally are nuch neater eaters then foreigners (esp Americans like me lol) The hand towels are generally used to wipe your hands off after washing your hands, as most don't have paper towels 7. About reserving seats at restaurants and cafes, absolutely do it. You can use a water bottle, umbrella etc Everyone does it and is even encouraged by many restaurants. It is to avoid being stuck without table when you recieve your food.

This video is amazing. Thank you so much for this. I appreciate it. My hubby and I are planning to visit Japan. I am definitely saving this. Thanks again.💜

I know you guys worked super hard on making and editing this video thank you so much for taking the time to make this video even tho it almost broke both your computers ❤️

OMG, this is the video I’ve been needing. I am actually going to Japan march 2024 and I was telling my partner how I saw you guys went and that I was really really hoping you’d post a video like this one!! I haven’t even watched it yet but I’m so excited. I’m sure you guys are going to give great tips 😊 we are for sure overwhelmed with planning everything but I can’t wait to go! I haven’t gotten to watch all of your Japan trip but I’m starting with this one and can’t wait to watch them all! Thank you guys❤

Loved all the japanese disney content, thanks for all your tips! I'm planning a trip to Japan for next year!

Currently planning a trip & very grateful for this and your travel videos. ❤

I loved this vlog series. I’m already missing them. Looking forward to your next OA trip to Japan

Thank you for this! We are currently planning a trip for end of next year so this was very helpful!

This is fantastic!! Thank you for sharing all this great information!! ❤

Loved your detailed guide on planning a trip to Tokyo and Disneyland.

Thank you for this video!! I travel a lot and I’ve watched thousands of videos for the last view months, including all of your videos, however planning for our 1st trip to Japan has been the most complicated. This has helped me so much! So excited!!

Thanks! I really appreciate sharing your experience about traveling to Japan! Merry Christmas

We went to Japan in 2019, and we rented a portabel wifi device at the airport, that we could return when we left. Problem was, we were going to depart from Japan by boat, in Fukuoka. We had a heck of a hard time finding the japanese adress to the drop-off office in Fukuoka! It was like in an alley way, and we walked in kinda like through a garage door...and it looked like a mini warehouse, with no clear signs outside or on the street. But they helped US to fill out the return slip. So if you rent one of those, make it easy for yourself and return it at the same place you rented it. 😊

I went to Tokyo pre iPhone. Had to print out 25 page document to figure out everything. It’s so much easier now. Hope you guys go back every year.

Thoroughly enjoy this type of podcast/video mix! And the new camera angles!

This video was everything I needed to hear! Thank you so much for making it and sharing your experience. It will be so helpful if I can ever make it to Tokyo!

Honestly that’s why we’re planning to go to Tokyo it’s more unique of an experience for a very comparable price to the stateside parks

Lot of good tips in here. One I'll add: Bring comfortable walking shoes. Bonus if they are easy to take off/put on, as some places you go (restaurants/attractions/etc) will have you remove your shoes. But comfortable shoes is a must. You will get your 10k steps plus a day at a minimum. I think I walk an average of like 4-7 miles a day in Tokyo when I'm there.

This was such a great and informative video! Thank you for the shoutout :)

THANK YOU so much for this video!! It’s so AWESOME that you share so much with us and Your videos inspired us to plan our trip to Tokyo!! I’ve been taking lots of notes from each video especially this one! It is a little stressful now knowing how we have to book the Disney hotel but hoping we can do it. Thank you for always being so great when we see you out and about my youngest Daughter has about 6 photos with you 2 because she never misses a chance. Happy New Year and cheers to more upcoming adventures!

Thank you for sharing your information. Very useful information. Learning so much before we go. Can't wait for your next adventures. ❤

Just booked my trip this morning loving the content 😀

I am so excited for the next Japan trip ❤❤

Loved this entire series! And thank you for all of the Patreon exclusives!

As today is Christmas…just want to wish you both a VERY merry Christmas from rainy (and kinda warm!??) Canada and can’t wait for more adventures in the new year!!! ❤

Love these videos, hearing from the two of you, your experiences. Thank you

For those with food allergies, you can show them a card that says what allergy you have in Japanese (look online or find someone who can translate for you). They will take it very seriously and try their best to find the exact ingredients in the dish or dishes you want in a printed sheet or screen in English. We were able to do this at theme parks and larger restaurants in major cities.

Can I just say THANK YOU sooo much for breaking the cost down! I was trying to explain it would be more fun and cheaper for my family of three to go to Japan than going to Disney world from Tennessee…this is what we are going to do instead

I spent 4 days at Tokyo Disneyland in the MiraCosta hotel this spring of 2023. I am glad that you enjoyed too.

Pay for a food tour. It cost around $100 for a 3-4 hour tour per person with an english speaking guide. My group did one in Shinjuku and it was awesome. They will tell you the history of the area and take you to food spots and areas you might be intimidated to goto. Most spots, there was sake and other alcohol included with you’re food if that’s your thing.

Excellent video peter & Kitra. Loved watching all the Japan adventures. Walt had sponsorships in Disneyland. It's how he got to do everything extra he wanted and give the best most amazing experiences to guests. ❤

That Suika card tip with the phone is probably the best tip for me. Love all your vlogs, will go back and write everything down. When I lived in Europe I’d write out a cheat sheet while on the train going to the next country (no Euro in 77) money list. When id see a price I’d glance at my conversion chart. Faster than figuring it out all the time. It was an index card written $1, $2, $3 to $10 then $15, $20, 25, $30, $40, $50 etc. I still do that for pounds and euros.

If no one else noticed the great editing, seamless B roll, camera angles AND detailed description of every question in the description tab. Well, great job and that is a lot of time and effort to do all that. Ya’ll better like and subscribe! Also if you book with Chase Sapphire RESERVE you get travel, medical, dental, delayed flight, rental, luggage insurance included. Plus a lot more. lol.

Your Japan Chronicles are simply AMAZING!! We have already sent some friends to your KZfaq who are going and want to be more knowledgeable! We looked forward to reading each and every one of them as you posted!!!!!

Perfect video! We are planning our first trip to Tokyo and Tokyo Disneyland RIGHT NOW and it couldn't have come at a better time!

Great video! In 2019 I stayed at one of those “good neighbor hotels” near TDR(I had issue booking actual Disney hotels). I will say at $129/night it was so nice(it was either the Hyatt or the Hilton). The dining was amazing, the staff was friendly, there was a MASSIVE arcade inside the hotel, and a free shuttle that took you to the train loop around the Disney resort. They did used to also sell park tickets right at the counters in the hotels, but I can’t confirm if those came back after lockdown.

Yay I’m so glad you made this video cause I’m going to Tokyo Disney this year so excited but also anxious for the long flight an just new adventures 🤓🤣🩷🫶🏻

Thanks for the vids... they've been awesome - Happy Holidays!

I love to plan a trip and like Peter love to pin things on Google maps 😂

Thanks for all the effort you guys put into your videos. You've helped me out a bunch in planning for my trip to Japan, as well as my last trip to California. Merry Christmas!

I’ve booked a cruise around Japan and plan to spend time after the cruise at Disney. Watching all your Tokyo videos for tips.

This was so helpful. I was extremely overwhelmed and I feel much better now😊

WHAT??? How was I not subscribed to your channel???? I've watched so many of your videos...and planning a Tokyo Trip in early March - this is perfect timing!!! THANK YOU!!!!!! You guys are great!

You guys have done some really cool adventures and thank you for sharing! Also, I almost have my droid put together!

This is such a useful video, as someone who wants to visit Japan and Disneyland within the next few years alone, this helps a BUNCH. I always had anxiety thinking about where to start, so this will be a perfect to use when it comes to planning!

Guys, awesome video. This whole series on Japan was great, and this video was *very* helpful. I hope to get to Japan some day, and when we do I will probably come back and rewatch this.

You guys are so awesome. I truly appreciate the validation. If someone has a desire to go to Japan, they can do it and sharing your journey. Plus I'm a total geek for gathering as much research for travel! Looking forward to seeing this video ❤

The tips Might Help Me for My Future Trip and First Overseas Trip to Tokyo Disney Resort and Japan in General. Thanks for Uploading.

Thank you for making this video. Super informative. Now need to carry on saving so we can visit!

We are currently planning a trip to Japan in the coming year and all your Japanese videos are amazing. Thank you!

Very encouraging, and much appreciated! I can now picture us going, what a thrill!

I went to Japan this past October 2023 and the weather was perfect one day was chilly like 60 rest of the time was in the 70s best vacation ever going back October 2024 with family

Never had any issues with crowds or anything at the start of May in 2017 and somehow there was still Cherry Blossom in bloom, even though people say it’s normally gone in April. We panicked our first day in Tokyo when we went to get the train, we genuinely witnessed the whole thing of pushing people into trains (which we thought was probably a one off thing you see on TV) however we learned it was the rush hour commute train, we waited 5 minutes for the next train and it was empty, it was crazy. Have to agree people are very helpful, we mistakenly got off the train at the wrong place and someone obviously spotted we looked a bit lost/confused looking at the map at the wrong station we got off at and despite the language barrier they helped us figure out what train we needed.

Just did my first trip to Japan in September and I 100% agree with everything you said.

I really enjoyed this whole series. I've been dreaming of Japan for the longest time as well

So awesome, I have to binge watch your trip after Christmas! From what I was able to see, it looks amazing.

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I’m planning my trip to Japan and your videos have been so helpful ❤

Fun fact: Shinjuku station is one of three stations that Japanese people have named Dungeon stations, in that they are big and maze-like and almost always has somewhere under construction so you’re rerouted constantly. (FYI the other two stations are Tokyo and Osaka-Umeda)

I live in Shinjuku part of the year, and I agree it was super overwhelming at first, but if you have lived in a big city like NYC, you will figure it out quickly. With the train it’s just paying attention to the stops, because you pay by the stop and never talk on your phone while on the train. Always carry cash, because some places don’t always allow credit cards.

Thank you for this video and all the videos to Japan. I want to go next year but truly did not knew where to start and this was sooo much helpful. And the main videos for your Japan trip are delightful!! Your adventures are the best✨

Loved this series! Thank you for sharing your experience. I think it's really important for people who want to go to Japan (but who maybe are a little scared) to see the videos like you made

Thankyou guys SO much for sharing your adventure and these tips, we went to Tokyo Disney yonks ago (pre smart phone normalcy days) and it was cool but we seriously didn't make the most of it at all, confused and exhausted 🤣we are going back next year with our lil one and the way you guys beautifully document things has us so hyped 🙌🏾🙌🏾 also TDR explorer is a GEM! 🥰

Merry Christmas! This is incredibly informative, and filled with fantastic tips that can apply to planning any trip.

Definitely tdr!! I have watched every video in preparation for planning.

I'm going to Japan tomorrow! This video could not have come at a better time ❤

I love the idea of saving a table before eating. It sucks walking around with your food when all you want to do is eat. Loved the Tokyo series. Thank you!

We just booked our flights and toy story hotel! We're so excited! This video is very helpful!

Super helpful video! Thanks for taking the time to put this together. It does seem very overwhelming to plan a trip to Japan at first, but we managed as well and it was very enjoyable! Number one tip is keep your expectations at bay and allow some flexibility in your planning and you’ll do just fine. 👍🏼 Thanks again Peter and Kitra for an amazing Japan video series! Can’t wait for your next trip to Osaka. Universal Japan loves their Minions and Hello Kitty which I don’t mind at all! 🥰❤ Happy holidays and happy new year to you both! ❤ Arlene

Super super helpful!!! Thank you so much for sharing all your tips and tricks!

Thank you so much for sharing! My daughter and I are planning a trip in April and I've watched your journey to learn and get excited :)

Great tips guys! This really helps because it is overwhelming.

Going on my 3rd Japan trip this july and I really enjoyed your series

First off, Kitra I'm glad you didn't break your foot this time! I've never been to Japan, but I know many people who have and have found out that walking and eating is considered very disrespectful and rude. Also, the reason why you don't see trash cans anywhere is because trash collection is very expensive. When you go to a hotel or an establishment to eat at, that establishment has the burden of paying for trash. That's why you don't see any trash cans on the street. Even with trash cans on the street here in the United States it is littered with trash, at least here in Los Angeles. I love how technologically advanced, and I don't know how everybody affords those toilets, but we definitely need those here! I also love how the Japanese people have such a pride in their country, educational system, infrastructure, and just the respect they have for other people (except for reserving tables and benches… that seems like something we do would do here in the U.S. The only difference is in the U.S. nobody would respect that reserved spot haha!) So, if you had a choice to live in Japan permanently would you choose Japan over the United States?

I definitely need to go to Tokyo Disneyland next time 😃