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Going out with a Bang Tour E9: Okinawa [3]
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we get a tour of Okinawa!
Going out with a Bang Tour E8: Okinawa [2]As part of our last weeks in Japan, we get a tour of Okinawa!
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Okinawa!
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we travel to Okinawa!
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Hiroshima and Miyajima! Going out with a Bang Tour E5: Hiroshima [Part 1]
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we travel to Hiroshima! Going out with a Bang Tour E4: Naruto
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Naruto (not the anime) Going out with a Bang Tour E3: Kyoto/Nara
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Kyoto and Nara! Going out with a Bang Tour E2: USJ
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Universal Studios Japan, and Harry Potter World! Going out with a Bang Tour E1: Osaka
As part of our last weeks in Japan, we explore Osaka! ¥1000 Challenge: FamilyMart
What can you get at the local FamilyMart for ¥1000 ($10)? Dinner, and a good one at that! Apple Challenge
Japan has a lot of apples, and some are expensive ($2 per). How do the expensive ones compare to the cheap ones? We find out McDonald's American Series [Review]
McDonald's Japan has introduced an "American" series. Do they stack up to what we Americans know and love? Studio Ghibli: The Adventure Awaits!
Studio Ghibli has a museum! What awaits inside? We find out, and Keat gets all fangirl-y! Typhoon Lan!
We get hit by Typhoon Lan! Do we survive? What's in our Bags?
You asked, we answered. What's in our bags? Quite a lot! WTF is Eel Cola?
We traveled to the 秋ç¥ã‚Š in ä½åŽŸ today, and got Unagi (Eel) Cola for 300 yen! Was it worth it? Did it taste like eel? Watch and find out. Day in the Life [October 7 2017]
Get an inside look at our lives! If you've ever wondered what a typical day is like for us in Japan, this should provide you with plenty of answers! Costco: Nutrition and Japanese lunches
BEAR FIGHT AT COSTCO? Well, sort of. We do talk about nutrition, Japanese school lunches, and a few odd stories about getting OFF the school lunch Hanami in Tokyo - Day 4: Eevee, Shinjuku, and Korean Town!
On our last day of Hanami in Tokyo, we do a bit of shopping and get lunch in Korean Town Ueno Zoo Visit
Since we had so much footage of the Ueno Zoo, we put it in its own video for your enjoyment! Hanami in Tokyo - Day 3: Tsukiji, Akihabara, and Ueno Park!
Our Hanami adventure continues as we (re)visit the Tsukiji fish market, Akihabara for lunch, and Ueno Park (and zoo)! How to make 3-color Soboro
On today's episode of "Japanoblog in the Kitchen", we're making 3-color Soboro (三色ãã¼ã‚丼), which is a rice dish with a few toppings. How to Reschedule a Sagawa Delivery
Have a Sagawa delivery slip and don't know how to reschedule a delivery? This guide will help! How to Reschedule a JPost Package
Ever received a JPost delivery attempt slip in your door, only to be daunted by the insane procedure or Japanese-only phone line? Don't worry! We're here to help. Follow our guide to learn how to reschedule a package, and you'll be on your way. Review: Cranberry Sprite
Cranberry Sprite? Yes, it's here for the summer to help you cool off! Food Finds - Ramune Cola, CoCo Curry Mix, and Steak Pringles
We found some more strange food at our local Cainz, so we had to try it Making Mochi at the Sawara Summer Festival!
We saw/made Mochi at the Sawara Summer Festival! Pikachu ChocoBanana McFlurry!
McDonald's is running a special to help promote the new Pokemon movie (in Japan). What better way to celebrate than a Pikachu ChocoBanana Dessert? How to Reschedule a Yamamoto/Kuroneko Delivery
Got a package slip from Yamamoto/Kuroneko and need it redelivered? Watch this video to learn how to do it easy! Hanami in Tokyo: Day 2 - Tokyo Station!
Day 2 of our Hanami Trip in Tokyo consists of Tokyo Station, Hamarikyu Gardens, and....Shake Shack? Review: Pokemon Drinks
A vending machine by our apartment had a Pokemon drink, so we decided to try it Hanami in Tokyo - Day 1: SkyTree!
For Hanami (Cherry Blossom viewing) Season, we visit many landmarks in Tokyo. Today: SkyTree! Pre-made burgers from a Grocery Store?
We found some pre-made burgers (and some neat sandwiches) at our local grocery store, so we thought we'd try them out! Dinner at 7-Eleven with a 1000 yen budget!
Go to 7-Eleven with a budget of 1000 yen, and find some interesting surprises! Review: Starbucks Cherry Apple Pie
While visiting Narita, we stop by Starbucks and try their newest creation. How to make Gyudon
Keat makes Gyudon, a simple beef-and-rice donburi, with shabushabu beef. Not in Japan? No worries - we cover how to make this in America too! How to make Oyakodon
Easy? Check. Delicious? Check. Fast? Check. Oyakodon means "Parent and Child" (chicken and egg). This has to be one of the best, and simplest, recipes we've ever done, and one of our favorites! Trying McDonald's MegaMac
It's huge! It's ginormous! It's...THE MEGAMAC! New Years in Kyoto - Day 5 (January 3 2017)
Our Kyoto New Years trip wraps up with Fushimi Inari, or the Thousand Gates New Year's in Kyoto - Day 4 (January 2 2017)
Our New Years trip continues as we trek to Kiyomizu Dera and the Pokemon Center! New Years in Kyoto - Day 3 (January 1 2017)
Our third day starts exploring the other side of Kyoto with the famous Bamboo forest (and a temple), and the Gion district (yes, the Geisha area). Since we walked for so long, it really took it out of us. New Year's in Kyoto - Day 2 (December 31 2016)
We visit Kyoto for New Years 2017, and get a chance to explore some great temples and shrines (and other sites). Our second day starts with some closed places, but Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Temple) and Ginkaku-ji (The Silver Temple) are open, but crowded. New Year's in Kyoto - Day 1 (December 30 2016)
We visit Kyoto for New Years 2017, and get a chance to explore some great temples and shrines (and other sites, including Kyle's first hostel!). Our first day doesn't have much, but we do learn quite a lot. Halloween in Japan!
Halloween in Japan is a lot different than in America. In this video, we explore Shibuya, and the many costumes that were present on Halloween Exploring Tokyo - The Mini Version
After visiting Moshi Moshi Nippon, we decided to spend the rest of the day exploring some highlights of Tokyo! Moshi Moshi Nippon Festival
"Moshi Moshi" is a generic greeting used when answering the phone. It is also a festival held around Japan as a way to celebrate their culture for others (like foreigners). We visit Moshi Moshi Nippon ("Hello, Japan") in Tokyo in late November to see what the big festival was! Kurimoto Sweet Potato Festival
We visit the Sweet Potato Festival in Kurimoto. What is a "Sweet Potato Festival"? We didn't know, so we went to find out! Aki Matsuri Festival 2016
At the start of Fall, Japan celebrates in their own way. This time: the Aki Matsuri! (Fall Festival) Conveyor Belt Sushi!
Sushi? On a conveyor belt? Well, sort of. At this kind of restaurant, sushi is served from a conveyor belt, plus a few other neat features, like gachupon! Where's Niko? Narita!
It's the 2nd round of our "Where's Niko" contest. This time, he was in a city that is very famous for a lot of things, including it's airport. So where is he, and who won the contest? Watch the video! Trying McDonalds' Halloween Fries
For Halloween, McDonalds in Japan offered special Halloween Fries with Pumpkin, Chocolate, and Sweet Potato sauces. We try them out! Microwave Nikuman
Nikuman (pork buns) are great, but can you microwave them? Let's find out! Shopping at the Japanese Wal-Mart!
Okay, it's not actually a "Wal-Mart," but in Japan, it's the closest thing! A grocery store, hardware, clothing, housewares, bikes, gardening, a barbershop, a dry cleaners, and even a cafe! This place has it all! Kashima Jingu Martial Arts Demonstration and Visit
Keat and I visit Kashima Jingu to watch some really cool Martial Arts demos, along with exploring the shrine a bit Where's Niko? DiverCity, Odaiba, Tokyo!
Our first "Where's Niko" contest has ended, and here are the results (and the winner!) Typhoon Malou
In less than a week, the 2nd typhoon hits us: Typhoon Malou. Getting a Japanese Cellphone - Part 1
Kyle tries to get a Japanese cell phone...unsuccessfully Daytrip to Mito
While Keat attends training, Kyle tours Mito. Kyle thought it would be nice to include some photos along with the video. Kyle doesn't know why Kyle is talking in the 3rd person. Typhoon Lionrock!
Typhoon Lionrock is upon us! How will we survive? Flying to Japan!
We reminisce about long flight to Japan - with cats! We go through the flight, getting the cats on the plane, the AQS, Customs, and trains to the apartment We try Tantrum Habanero Pepper Rings
Habanero? Angry Pepper? What's not to love? We pick up a bag of these spicy treats and try some How to make Japanese Curry Rice
Curry with Rice is a fairly popular dish in Japan, and today, we make our own! Where have I been?
Where have I been? In Japan! More importantly, what have I been up to since I got here When Will Kyle Leave?
An update on my situation, and all of the options I'm considering. Some good, some bad. What will I do? Get to know the Japanobloggers: Kyle
There are a few things I want to share with the world. For one, I like Doctor Who. Also, I write books. Pet Process Part 3
I share an update on my research on getting the kitties over to Japan Things I found in Japan!
Foods I have found in Japan! Keat's off to Japan
I'm off to Japan, and I want to say a few things before leaving the USA Prepping for Japan
We go through some different things that we've done to get ready for Japan! Pet Process (Update/Part 2)
A quick update on where we are with getting the kitties over to Japan How to make Tamago [Kake] Gohan (Rice and Egg)
Rice and egg. What could be simplier? Why Japan? Our Top 5 Reasons
Why Japan? Both of us have our own reasons - all of which we've compiled into our Top 5 Reasons of why we want to go to the Land of the Rising Sun! Snow Day, and Toad in the Hole Recipe
We're snowed in for the day, so we decided to make a video, make "Toad in the Hole," and play with the kitties The Pet Process to Japan - Part 1
Getting your pets to Japan can be a lengthy and complex process. Today, Keat and Kyle start the process to get the kitties overseas! Our Welcome Video
Keat and Kyle welcome our viewers, and discuss some personal items to get our viewers to know us We're on Patreon
Help us help you be awesome! Not a good enough tagline? How about this: Support us! Welcome to our Youtube
Do you browse Youtube? You do! Great! Check out Japanoblog's Youtube Channel and see what we're all about! How to make Rice Balls (Onigiri)
In their very first video, Keat and Kyle learn how to make Rice Balls, also known as Onigiri