0 00:00:00.250 --> 00:00:02.100 [Fascinating Point 1: The method of taking the subway is completely different from our country] You have to calculate the fare to the destination and insert the money first, but 1 00:00:02.100 --> 00:00:04.300 since there was no option for the matching cost, this lady was helping us 2 00:00:04.300 --> 00:00:07.800 [Fascinating Point 1: You board the bus from the back and get off at the front] 3 00:00:07.800 --> 00:00:08.850 [Fascinating Point 1: There are MUJI products in convenience stores] 4 00:00:08.850 --> 00:00:10.100 (I'm speaking informally because I'm talking to a friend!) 5 00:00:10.100 --> 00:00:12.825 No, Japan is~ (slightly excited) 6 00:00:12.825 --> 00:00:15.025 It's really different from our country~ (Of course, it's a different country lol) 7 00:00:15.025 --> 00:00:20.775 Getting help from a Japanese college(?) student as soon as I got off at the station near the lodging (lol) 8 00:00:23.775 --> 00:00:28.575 I don't meet people, and I don't even like going out (I know this is a problem I have to fix) 9 00:00:28.575 --> 00:00:30.775 [Not appetite-suppressing food..] 10 00:00:34.025 --> 00:00:35.375 [Departure D-3] 11 00:00:35.375 --> 00:00:39.325 [Departure Preparation 1: Exchange to Japanese yen] I'm heading to Woori Bank to exchange money, I suddenly 12 00:00:39.325 --> 00:00:40.825 decided to go on an unplanned trip to Japan (Osaka & Kyoto)! 13 00:00:40.825 --> 00:00:43.425 (I mentioned it in the daily vlog I was filming, haha) I mentioned I was going to Japan, 14 00:00:43.425 --> 00:00:46.225 Departing just 3 days later.. it's really spontaneous, isn't it? 15 00:00:46.225 --> 00:00:47.825 Let's go to exchange the currency! 16 00:00:47.825 --> 00:00:50.725 (TMI) My main bank is Hana Bank, but 17 00:00:50.725 --> 00:00:53.675 the preferential rate for yen exchange fees varies by bank and time, so please check before you go! 18 00:00:53.675 --> 00:00:58.475 At that time (April of 2024), Hana Bank offered 80% preferential rate, Woori Bank 90%! 19 00:00:58.475 --> 00:01:02.725 [Woori Bank → Just apply for 'Exchange Wallet' within the app, then go to the bank to collect!] Woori Bank was used by one of the companies I worked at, so 20 00:01:02.725 --> 00:01:06.875 I used a Woori Bank card and have an account there 21 00:01:06.875 --> 00:01:14.225 [You can't apply for an exchange of more than 1 million won a day, so be sure to check first!] So I'm going to exchange at Woori Bank and then stop by the dermatologist 22 00:01:14.225 --> 00:01:17.125 (TMI 2) It's a bit too much information, but over here, the 23 00:01:17.125 --> 00:01:20.425 skin inflammation around the mouth has gotten too severe 24 00:01:20.425 --> 00:01:22.275 [It feels like skin inflammation different from regular acne..?] Even if I squeeze it, nothing comes out 25 00:01:22.275 --> 00:01:23.825 You know that kind? 26 00:01:23.825 --> 00:01:26.625 It has worsened due to menstrual irregularity and sensitivity to bacteria 27 00:01:26.625 --> 00:01:29.325 (Even when I go out alone, I always spray perfume) 28 00:01:29.325 --> 00:01:30.275 Today's perfume is Miss Dior! 29 00:01:30.275 --> 00:01:33.025 ..It's so nice~ 30 00:01:33.025 --> 00:01:35.275 [Pants: the poor pants that the owner has been wearing for 9 years...] 31 00:01:35.275 --> 00:01:36.125 The pants that fit me.. 32 00:01:36.125 --> 00:01:37.875 This is the only pair of jeans that fit me 33 00:01:37.875 --> 00:01:39.475 (Out of the blue) Goodbye 34 00:01:39.475 --> 00:01:43.525 [Departure D-1] I bought an OctoBuddy, which is great for taking photos alone in Japan! (A famous item Hailey Bieber showed!) 35 00:01:43.525 --> 00:01:46.925 [JetSkin semi-transparent matte slim case, OctoBuddy Chalk Pink] Cute right~ 36 00:01:46.925 --> 00:01:48.125 ... (intently) 37 00:01:48.125 --> 00:01:50.225 Oh~ I didn't attach it properly 38 00:01:50.225 --> 00:01:53.775 I'm at the dermatologist for an inflammation injection Brazilian/underarm laser treatment! 39 00:01:55.025 --> 00:01:58.925 I've been regularly getting Brazilian laser treatments, but I stopped by before going to Japan hehe 40 00:01:58.925 --> 00:02:02.876 It's a relief that it's not a place with bad water like Spain when my skin is this sensitive hehe 41 00:02:02.876 --> 00:02:07.326 (Lost the AirPods Pro after two weeks of purchase, so back to the brown case...) 42 00:02:07.326 --> 00:02:11.476 I'll be back after getting treated!! 43 00:02:11.476 --> 00:02:15.926 (A spoiler that I ended up going to a Korean medicine clinic after visiting the dermatologist...) 44 00:02:15.926 --> 00:02:27.426 Brazilian laser underarm laser inflammation injection, all done in one place 45 00:02:27.426 --> 00:02:34.926 (Numbing the Brazilian area with an ice pack) I'll be back after this.. 46 00:02:34.926 --> 00:02:39.326 And I find myself explaining this to be so funny (lol) 47 00:02:39.326 --> 00:02:42.176 The day before departure! I hastily made a nail salon reservation 48 00:02:42.176 --> 00:02:44.976 I got all the gel removed~ 49 00:02:45.176 --> 00:02:49.026 Departure D-day 50 00:02:49.026 --> 00:02:52.726 I heard there's a direct airport bus right in front of my house?? 51 00:02:52.726 --> 00:02:58.626 but the bus interval was 50 minutes, so I couldn't catch it and took a village bus to the airport bus 52 00:02:58.626 --> 00:03:02.626 Arrived at the airport! It's been a while~ 53 00:03:02.626 --> 00:03:05.876 [Lunchbox eSIM 2GB/6 days for 15,500 won] Purchased an e-sim at the airport too! 54 00:03:05.876 --> 00:03:09.426 For those of you who are in a hurry like me, I'll put all the links in the 'More' section! 55 00:03:09.426 --> 00:03:13.326 (Now that I'm on the plane, I'm excited) 56 00:03:13.326 --> 00:03:19.226 All seats were taken, so they gave me an emergency exit seat(?), what luck~! 57 00:03:19.226 --> 00:03:25.126 I purchased a round-trip ticket for 500,000 won (498,500 won)! Where are the special deals for flights to Japan.. 58 00:03:25.126 --> 00:03:30.226 (At that time, I thought Japan wouldn't be much different from our country~ so I didn't look anything up) 59 00:03:30.226 --> 00:03:34.326 Please look forward to the tumultuous Japan trip that starts in just 2 hours...) 60 00:03:34.326 --> 00:03:39.126 (Ended up eating bulgogi hot pot seolleongtang in just 10 minutes while waiting at the airport lounge, and they served dinner) 61 00:03:39.126 --> 00:03:43.526 (Asiana Airlines) [Korea-Osaka Namba] They serve dinner even on a 2-hour flight..! (Maybe I was the only one who didn't know..) 62 00:03:43.526 --> 00:03:48.376 Seeing the portion and the menu, I'm glad I had dinner before coming 63 00:03:48.576 --> 00:03:54.176 [Arrived in Osaka] Now~ after finishing all the procedures and collecting my luggage 64 00:03:54.426 --> 00:03:58.026 [Rapit (Lapit): Express train connecting Kansai International Airport and Namba] I'm going to take the Rapit 65 00:03:58.026 --> 00:04:02.826 [Purchased on Klook, Kansai Airport Nankai Rapit Express Ticket (one-way for 9,200 won)] Wow... I almost missed it because I only bought the Rapit ticket without reserving a seat time 66 00:04:02.826 --> 00:04:06.126 It's 11 PM now... got on just 3 minutes before departure, such a lucky girl~ 67 00:04:06.126 --> 00:04:11.676 Most people recommend taking the Rapit to get from the airport to downtown Namba! 68 00:04:11.676 --> 00:04:17.576 Getting help from a Japanese college(?) student as soon as I got off at the station near the lodging (lol) 69 00:04:17.576 --> 00:04:20.826 Is it true that there are over 20 exits in a Japanese subway station.. 70 00:04:20.826 --> 00:04:25.726 [Despite not speaking any English, I was lucky to meet a very kind Japanese person who readily helped me] Thanks to them, I made it here safely and now I can go to my accommodation 71 00:04:27.376 --> 00:04:30.626 Wow~ I'm walking to the accommodation now 72 00:04:30.626 --> 00:04:32.976 The atmosphere is really nice~ 73 00:04:34.876 --> 00:04:37.576 No, Japan is~ (slightly excited) 74 00:04:37.576 --> 00:04:39.776 It's so different from our country~ (Of course, it's a different country lol) 75 00:04:39.776 --> 00:04:41.776 Wow, my first Japanese convenience store! (Even seeing a cat passing by is interesting right now) 76 00:04:41.776 --> 00:04:43.326 Lawson 77 00:04:43.326 --> 00:04:46.176 I think that's like CU in our country (not sure) 78 00:04:46.176 --> 00:04:47.176 [Amazing point 1: Lots of Japanese people ride bicycles] 79 00:04:47.176 --> 00:04:52.676 Wow, right now.. it really just feels like Hong Kong here.. 80 00:04:52.676 --> 00:04:56.076 [Eyes wide open at the supermarket] At the supermarket, it's definitely Japan 81 00:04:56.326 --> 00:05:03.276 Takoyaki, Hambagu, Okonomiyaki and other convenience foods at the supermarket are so Japanese style! (Because it's Japan...) 82 00:05:03.276 --> 00:05:07.026 I think I'd regret it if I just went to sleep in my accommodation, 83 00:05:07.026 --> 00:05:09.476 so even though it's night, I walked 20 minutes to Dotonbori! 84 00:05:09.476 --> 00:05:14.226 (I almost froze to death after coming out in shorts) I came to a famous Okonomiyaki place, which is 20 minutes walk here at Dotonbori 85 00:05:14.226 --> 00:05:18.576 It's open until 5 AM, so I recommend it to those who arrive late at Dotonbori! 86 00:05:18.576 --> 00:05:23.776 I came here based on a Naver blog recommendation, and as expected, there are many celebrity autographs 87 00:05:23.776 --> 00:05:27.726 Starting with a Yuzu Highball~! 88 00:05:27.726 --> 00:05:30.926 (A part-timer who speaks Korean very well appears) After about 25 minutes of waiting, the food finally arrived! 89 00:05:30.926 --> 00:05:33.626 (Not Korea) Yes, thank you~ 90 00:05:33.626 --> 00:05:37.326 [Amazing point 1: Everything is written in Korean] I ordered Seafood Salt Yakisoba (13,000 won)! 91 00:05:37.326 --> 00:05:39.026 The seafood smell is coming out strongly! 92 00:05:39.026 --> 00:05:45.626 So excited for my first local food in Japan! 93 00:05:45.626 --> 00:05:50.726 (Salty seafood flavor...) 94 00:05:50.726 --> 00:05:51.776 It's really delicious 95 00:05:52.776 --> 00:05:54.826 The taste of seafood comes through (since it contains seafood...) 96 00:05:54.826 --> 00:05:57.026 It's totally... has a sea aroma (because it's from the sea...) 97 00:06:00.127 --> 00:06:01.777 (Whole scallops served) 98 00:06:01.777 --> 00:06:05.477 In the middle of a noodle-slurping storm 99 00:06:06.727 --> 00:06:08.577 It's worth coming all the way here 100 00:06:09.377 --> 00:06:11.927 Yakisoba 2 Drinks 2 = 52,000 Won! 101 00:06:11.927 --> 00:06:13.427 - Thank you~ - (This isn't Korea) Thank you~ 102 00:06:13.427 --> 00:06:18.827 [Interesting Point 1: Japanese taxi doors are automatic] 103 00:06:18.827 --> 00:06:21.127 (The FamilyMart I've only seen in Japanese movies) 104 00:06:22.477 --> 00:06:25.327 [Interesting Point 1: There's a place to put cash inside the taxi] 105 00:06:25.327 --> 00:06:27.877 (Plot Twist: I studied Japanese as a second foreign language in high school) 106 00:06:27.877 --> 00:06:28.927 [Interesting Point 1: There's a MUJI section in the convenience store] 107 00:06:28.927 --> 00:06:33.027 (I'm speaking informally to my friend!) 108 00:06:33.027 --> 00:06:37.927 [Interesting Point 1: There's also a small shower ball (which turned out to be a face wash)] So cute, too cute 109 00:06:38.977 --> 00:06:41.877 You may be able to find it in Korea, but I'm finding everything fascinating 110 00:06:41.877 --> 00:06:43.527 (Immediately letting go) 111 00:06:43.877 --> 00:06:47.327 Every section here is MUJI cotton pads 112 00:06:47.327 --> 00:06:50.977 MUJI mini stationery store 113 00:06:50.977 --> 00:06:53.877 (A super kind Japanese lady is helping me) Today is the day I'm going to Universal Studios, but I can't get on the train from the start 114 00:06:53.877 --> 00:06:55.927 [Interesting Point 1: The way to take the train is completely different from our country] You have to insert money first, calculating the fare to the destination 115 00:06:55.927 --> 00:06:58.127 The lady is helping me because there's no option for the exact fare needed 116 00:06:58.127 --> 00:07:00.027 (She explains eagerly, but I can't understand Japanese) 117 00:07:00.027 --> 00:07:03.427 (First time at Universal, alone) Got off at Universal Studios station, but what is this place..? 118 00:07:03.427 --> 00:07:09.477 (Is it starting after coming out of the exit? Is there no separate entrance..?) I haven't entered Universal Studios yet, have I? 119 00:07:09.477 --> 00:07:14.677 (This thing is spinning) I didn't know that thing spins, wow it's so pretty~ 120 00:07:14.677 --> 00:07:16.227 (1) Purchased from klook - Admission ticket 75,600 Won (2) Purchased from kkday - Express Pass 4 around 130,000 Won 121 00:07:16.227 --> 00:07:19.527 Barely managed to buy the last non-popular express ticket.. Please buy in advance! 122 00:07:19.527 --> 00:07:21.727 Came to 'Happiness Cafe' for our first meal! 123 00:07:21.727 --> 00:07:23.827 For those who want to eat something like rice with curry instead of pizza, I recommend this place! 124 00:07:23.827 --> 00:07:25.327 - (Again, not Korea) Thank you~ - Thank you~ 125 00:07:25.327 --> 00:07:28.227 - Ate a lot~ - Yes, thank you~ 126 00:07:28.227 --> 00:07:29.727 Craving for onion rings, so I ordered a hamburger! 127 00:07:29.727 --> 00:07:31.627 This cute burger 128 00:07:32.327 --> 00:07:35.477 Onion rings with burger, salad, and a drink 129 00:07:36.927 --> 00:07:39.077 Also ordered curry rice! 130 00:07:41.127 --> 00:07:44.377 Didn't expect much from this burger, but it was really delicious! 131 00:07:44.727 --> 00:07:48.227 So cute, this place is heaven~ 132 00:07:48.227 --> 00:07:51.227 [My mind was blown away by the various souvenir shops] So cute, wow, a tissue case 133 00:07:51.227 --> 00:07:53.127 But the color scheme is just too cute 134 00:07:53.377 --> 00:07:57.727 (I love cute things, but I don't have much desire for material possessions, says Gi-eun84) 135 00:07:58.527 --> 00:08:02.127 [Kiwi: pet bird] This is our Kiwi's carrier~! Kiwi carrier~! 136 00:08:02.127 --> 00:08:04.377 Got only 4 hours of sleep and now I'm already tired from walking around as an ISTP 137 00:08:04.377 --> 00:08:06.727 I'm going to take a nap on the grass 138 00:08:06.727 --> 00:08:10.527 (Feeling refreshed lying down) 139 00:08:10.527 --> 00:08:13.727 If you're tired from walking around, make sure to rest on the grass 140 00:08:15.727 --> 00:08:22.327 Entering the Harry Potter zone 141 00:08:22.327 --> 00:08:25.477 Entered right away because 2 out of 4 express ticket attractions were Harry Potter! 142 00:08:25.477 --> 00:08:29.327 Thought I'd buy a lot of souvenirs, but Gi-eun84, who isn't into material things, strikes again.. 143 00:08:29.327 --> 00:08:33.077 (Wondering if I can wear it to sleep) 144 00:08:33.077 --> 00:08:37.377 [Harry Potter: The Aerial] ← The most fun, innovative, and technologically amazing attraction! 145 00:08:37.377 --> 00:08:41.327 (I say it's fun, but it's no secret I closed my eyes tight and screamed because I was scared..) 146 00:08:41.327 --> 00:08:46.877 There's a huge variety of things to do besides rides, like musical performances, wizard experiences, and more! 147 00:08:46.877 --> 00:08:50.377 (Christine, who's not very interested, just took a quick look and passed) 148 00:08:50.927 --> 00:08:54.377 [I did want to touch it once] Harry Potter wands~ 149 00:08:55.377 --> 00:08:56.777 Really curious about the Harry Potter butterbeer! 150 00:08:56.927 --> 00:08:59.677 They give out one each inside this booth 151 00:08:59.677 --> 00:09:04.427 (After the first sip, I got excited because it was so delicious and unique lol) It's really tasty, very sweet, and it's like caramel but doesn't taste like beer? 152 00:09:04.427 --> 00:09:07.677 [It's worth waiting in line for 30 minutes~!] It doesn't have any bitterness at all! 153 00:09:07.677 --> 00:09:10.727 Everywhere I look, it's a beautiful space heaven..! 154 00:09:10.727 --> 00:09:13.427 Snoopy Studio and~ 155 00:09:13.877 --> 00:09:15.027 Hello Kitty Cafe, uh huh~ (starting to get tired) 156 00:09:15.027 --> 00:09:16.527 Isn't this place like heaven? 157 00:09:16.527 --> 00:09:22.977 Both places had such long lines, so we quickly passed 158 00:09:24.377 --> 00:09:26.577 Bought a Kitty headband and took a commemorative photo with Kitty haha 159 00:09:26.577 --> 00:09:29.677 After waiting 2 hours for the Demon Slayer rollercoaster, it's already night when we get out..! 160 00:09:29.677 --> 00:09:32.327 The rotating Universal globe in the background (so pretty~!) 161 00:09:32.327 --> 00:09:36.977 A very Japanese-like train (because it's Japan lol) 162 00:09:36.977 --> 00:09:40.027 Even while waiting for the train, the colorful sights are a delight 163 00:09:40.027 --> 00:09:42.577 Now off to have dinner! 164 00:09:42.577 --> 00:09:47.177 〈Uoshin Minami Branch〉 Came to the sushi restaurant that people highly recommended on Instagram & Naver! 165 00:09:47.177 --> 00:09:52.627 Each piece of sushi is really big but not expensive, so I understand why it's famous 166 00:09:52.627 --> 00:09:56.128 Everything looks so delicious, we ordered about 100,000 won per person 167 00:09:56.128 --> 00:10:02.678 You must visit here, I can't eat it if it's even slightly fishy, but this place is really fresh and delicious 168 00:10:02.678 --> 00:10:09.078 Ordered more 169 00:10:09.078 --> 00:10:12.328 [Back to the hotel!] Bought chocolate with frozen strawberries from Don Quijote! 170 00:10:12.328 --> 00:10:14.728 The Dotonbori Don Quijote was packed like a concert venue, so we just bought what we needed and left.. 171 00:10:14.728 --> 00:10:18.528 Starting work with a pack on my legs~! 172 00:10:18.528 --> 00:10:21.728 (Went to bed at 3 AM after working..) 173 00:10:23.628 --> 00:10:28.278 Next day! Went out for breakfast at the ramen shop in front of the accommodation 174 00:10:28.278 --> 00:10:31.328 Felt thankful again for starting the day with good weather and clear sunshine 175 00:10:31.328 --> 00:10:36.728 My friend who studied abroad in Japan said they liked Japan because of the 'weather,' and I totally get it 176 00:10:36.728 --> 00:10:45.378 The taste here is similar to ramen shops in Korea, so I won't (bother to) share the location! 177 00:10:45.378 --> 00:10:50.678 [Ramen that definitely makes it into my top 5 favorite foods! Came to eat you!] Black pork tonkotsu ramen and 178 00:10:50.678 --> 00:10:54.678 also ordered soy sauce egg rice (because I love it so much) 179 00:10:54.678 --> 00:10:58.928 Ramen (mini) soy sauce egg rice = about 9,000 won! 180 00:11:01.428 --> 00:11:03.828 [Also ordered fried dumplings] That's one of the reasons I wanted to come to Japan 181 00:11:03.828 --> 00:11:07.428 [Itadakimasu~!] I will enjoy this authentic Japanese ramen 182 00:11:07.428 --> 00:11:12.028 Ended up being the Korean who orders kimchi (lol) 183 00:11:12.028 --> 00:11:16.878 [Interesting point 1: Several trains with a Harry Potter vibe run here] 184 00:11:16.878 --> 00:11:22.928 [Inefficient point 1: Have to buy a new train ticket every time you transfer] 185 00:11:22.928 --> 00:11:28.078 [Impressive point 1: The public's consciousness with the best manners in public transportation] (No pushing or shouting to get on first) 186 00:11:28.078 --> 00:11:34.778 Isn't the interior of this Harry Potter-like train also so pretty? 187 00:11:34.778 --> 00:11:39.878 The chairs are as luxurious like restaurant chairs but super comfortable 188 00:11:39.878 --> 00:11:44.328 [Interesting point 1: The posters above the train are all paper, not electronic displays] 189 00:11:44.328 --> 00:11:45.578 It was great because the fun of looking out the window while on the train was so immense 190 00:11:45.578 --> 00:11:51.078 (And watched like this for a while) 191 00:11:53.378 --> 00:11:56.628 And what was really shocking.. 192 00:11:56.628 --> 00:12:00.128 I saw the hard-to-meet Japanese main chataracter visual men twice, 193 00:12:00.128 --> 00:12:02.728 They was so handsome that if I were an SM casting agent, I would cast him right away, 194 00:12:02.728 --> 00:12:05.928 I couldn't look out the window for a moment... He looked like a new member of TWS... 195 00:12:05.928 --> 00:12:11.278 Arrived at Kokusaikaikan Station! 196 00:12:11.278 --> 00:12:14.128 Been traveling like this for an hour and a half 197 00:12:14.128 --> 00:12:19.528 [Today, I'm planning to go to a ryokan in Kyoto and rest!] Now taking the bus to the hotel with the ryokan 198 00:12:19.528 --> 00:12:23.828 Kyoto and Osaka are so different from each other..! 199 00:12:23.828 --> 00:12:27.428 Gangnam (Osaka) - Seochon (Kyoto) vibe? 200 00:12:27.428 --> 00:12:31.428 The ryokan we're heading to is located in the countryside, so we have to take a village bus all the way there! 201 00:12:31.428 --> 00:12:36.128 With Japanese elders and the natural scenery behind... it feels like we've entered a Japanese drama 202 00:12:36.128 --> 00:12:39.928 [Fascinating Point 1: Board from the back of the bus and get off at the front] I had no idea how to get on the bus 203 00:12:39.928 --> 00:12:46.128 (I should have looked up how to take the bus beforehand) The driver just says no and that's it 204 00:12:46.128 --> 00:12:47.728 So I'm not sure, 205 00:12:47.728 --> 00:12:57.178 but you receive a ticket that opens at each stop and pay with cash when getting off! 206 00:12:57.178 --> 00:13:02.278 Any Japanese passenger just boards without doing anything special! 207 00:13:02.278 --> 00:13:03.878 (When getting off, I told the driver the starting stop and paid the fare.) It's quite surprising to do everything with cash 208 00:13:03.878 --> 00:13:07.928 So if you don't have a card, you just board anyway 209 00:13:07.928 --> 00:13:12.878 After about 30 minutes on the bus, we've arrived at the terminal station! 210 00:13:12.878 --> 00:13:15.978 From here, I have to walk all the way to the lodging 211 00:13:15.978 --> 00:13:22.928 Cherry blossoms are fluttering in the wind, settling on the rooftops 212 00:13:22.928 --> 00:13:25.828 [Perfect with the sound of birds...] Can you hear the birds chirping? This is totally Kyoto's 213 00:13:25.828 --> 00:13:31.128 [(TMI) I love the sound of birds so much that I always use it for my intro sound effects] It's the countryside, but I'll go check it out 214 00:13:32.578 --> 00:13:37.328 (Of course, it's Japan~) It's totally Japan itself, so beautiful 215 00:13:37.328 --> 00:13:41.778 (Excited by the natural tulips 1) The tulips are naturally growing upright~! 216 00:13:41.778 --> 00:13:44.178 Wow~ So beautiful~ 217 00:13:44.178 --> 00:13:47.528 (Not grandma's house but Kyoto, Japan) 218 00:13:47.528 --> 00:13:49.178 Wow, such a restaurant.. 219 00:13:49.178 --> 00:13:53.078 There's such a pretty restaurant in the countryside.. Wow~ 220 00:13:53.929 --> 00:13:55.579 With this bird chirping~ 221 00:13:55.579 --> 00:13:58.129 Ah, it's so nice~ 222 00:13:59.079 --> 00:14:03.629 〈Seryo〉 Arrived at the hotel, sweating greatly! 223 00:14:03.629 --> 00:14:06.479 They came out to greet us from the yard! 224 00:14:06.479 --> 00:14:10.279 They said they would bring the luggage to the room, and now I'm waiting for guidance! 225 00:14:10.279 --> 00:14:14.379 The highlight of Kyoto, the ryokan accommodation.. 226 00:14:16.079 --> 00:14:20.629 [Thanks to the walk, I got to see a charming village] But I wonder how everyone gets up this incredibly steep mountain 227 00:14:20.629 --> 00:14:24.529 Right upon arrival, I saw a foreign couple getting out of a taxi van, so don't hesitate and just take a taxi 228 00:14:24.529 --> 00:14:27.929 This place is more famous for its Michelin-starred dinner and breakfast! 229 00:14:27.929 --> 00:14:32.129 If you want to fully relax for a day in Japan, I highly recommend this place 230 00:14:32.129 --> 00:14:36.779 A forest view that purifies the mind 231 00:14:36.779 --> 00:14:42.229 [Fascinating Point 1: Charged extra for the welcome drink and dessert I didn't request] 232 00:14:42.229 --> 00:14:46.929 Hot matcha tea and matcha mochi(?) 233 00:14:49.479 --> 00:14:51.979 [The surroundings are so beautiful that I'm rapping] I was going to rest right after coming in, but I can't 234 00:14:51.979 --> 00:14:53.829 I have to go out and walk around because the surroundings are just too pretty 235 00:14:53.829 --> 00:14:55.179 The surroundings are just too beautiful 236 00:14:55.929 --> 00:14:57.279 (Wet wipes) Sensible~ 237 00:14:59.929 --> 00:15:01.729 (Used up all my energy carrying the luggage up) 238 00:15:02.679 --> 00:15:06.629 I'm dying of thirst, so I ordered hot tea 239 00:15:09.279 --> 00:15:13.229 and orange juice 240 00:15:15.029 --> 00:15:17.479 (All charges were billed at checkout) 241 00:15:17.479 --> 00:15:21.129 (I was very happy thinking the welcome drink was free) 242 00:15:22.279 --> 00:15:23.829 I feel alive, really 243 00:15:24.929 --> 00:15:26.529 Ah~ It's really so nice 244 00:15:26.529 --> 00:15:29.229 I need to shower quickly... 245 00:15:29.679 --> 00:15:30.829 And go out... 246 00:15:31.029 --> 00:15:34.829 They operate a morning shuttle bus to the bus stop for the village bus in two shifts! 247 00:15:34.829 --> 00:15:38.029 The way up was so tough, but it's really a relief 248 00:15:38.029 --> 00:15:43.279 The destination itself was nice, but I'm dying of laughter thanks to a friend in Kyoto 249 00:15:46.829 --> 00:15:48.929 Keep asking for more drinks (a bit embarrassing) 250 00:15:54.629 --> 00:15:57.329 Even these leather slippers were luxurious and pretty 251 00:15:57.329 --> 00:16:01.779 Finally moving to the room! 252 00:16:05.029 --> 00:16:07.729 Well, not yet, they're going to start with a facility tour 253 00:16:07.729 --> 00:16:12.679 The place with the ryokan's large public bath! 254 00:16:14.629 --> 00:16:16.129 Public bath~ 255 00:16:16.129 --> 00:16:21.129 The large bath is nice for a quiet enjoyment since it accommodates up to 4 people 256 00:16:21.129 --> 00:16:28.529 Relax room next to the large bath 257 00:16:28.529 --> 00:16:30.679 Free mini drinks provided 258 00:16:30.679 --> 00:16:33.729 Enjoying ice cake after coming out of the ryokan (such sensibility...) 259 00:16:33.729 --> 00:16:35.929 (Excited that it's free amidst all this) 260 00:16:37.529 --> 00:16:44.129 Now, really moving to the room 261 00:16:45.029 --> 00:16:50.479 (heart pounding) 262 00:16:53.929 --> 00:16:56.829 Wow, the view here is absolutely breathtaking 263 00:16:56.829 --> 00:17:00.079 [Stairs - Corridor - Stairs to get to the room] Now, heading to the room 264 00:17:02.029 --> 00:17:03.929 So good, so good 265 00:17:03.929 --> 00:17:08.129 It felt more comfortable and nice, like experiencing a Japanese household rather than a commercial hotel! 266 00:17:08.129 --> 00:17:12.429 With only a few rooms, this place is private and so quiet.. 267 00:17:18.679 --> 00:17:22.829 Wow, it's amazing, so good.. 268 00:17:29.729 --> 00:17:31.629 True to the land of vending machines, there's also a vending machine here 269 00:17:34.329 --> 00:17:36.229 This is the room! 270 00:17:36.229 --> 00:17:39.379 They're explaining about the yukata in the wardrobe 271 00:17:39.379 --> 00:17:44.529 The windows, wood-tone interior, and the view outside the window are all classic and elegant 272 00:17:46.129 --> 00:17:51.230 [Check-in Welcome drink Facility tour took at least an hour and a half..] After finally finishing check-in, I went out to see the cute little shops I saw on the way up! 273 00:17:55.030 --> 00:17:58.380 The temple right behind the hotel 274 00:17:59.830 --> 00:18:02.330 Took a commemorative photo! 275 00:18:02.330 --> 00:18:07.830 [The nearby shops close at 5 pm, so I just went for a walk and came back!] The view from the room is so beautiful 276 00:18:07.830 --> 00:18:10.080 The view of the veranda seen from the room... It's so green and refreshing.. 277 00:18:10.080 --> 00:18:12.580 (It would have been a disaster if it weren't for the Don Quijote chocolates...) Recharging with some chocolate 278 00:18:12.580 --> 00:18:18.480 Heading out to have dinner in 30 minutes! 279 00:18:18.480 --> 00:18:23.980 [It's a staycation day, but the schedule is tight so it's tough...] For now, I think I'll rest here for 30 minutes 280 00:18:23.980 --> 00:18:29.030 [Just being in the hotel feels like experiencing all Japanese traditions] The clothes to wear in the ryokan start with a robe and include a sash 281 00:18:29.030 --> 00:18:34.130 [Thanks to them, I got to try on a yukata!] And they packed all these clothes here for me 282 00:18:34.630 --> 00:18:38.530 (Even socks with separate toes!) 283 00:18:38.530 --> 00:18:42.630 Cute instructions on how to wear a yukata (lol) 284 00:18:42.630 --> 00:18:44.930 [Once I put it on, I feels great] I'm so excited to wear it for the first time 285 00:18:46.030 --> 00:18:49.180 I'll go eat dinner dressed like this! 286 00:18:49.180 --> 00:18:53.080 [A 10-course dinner!] This must be the dinner menu 287 00:18:56.130 --> 00:18:59.330 Cherry blossom~... not sure what it is though 288 00:18:59.330 --> 00:19:02.130 Appetizer~ (unhelpful description) 289 00:19:02.130 --> 00:19:06.330 Since I can't eat raw fish, they're substituting the sashimi with tofu skin.. 290 00:19:06.330 --> 00:19:10.780 Starting with a refreshing sake that has a cherry blossom flavor(?) and scent! 291 00:19:10.780 --> 00:19:13.780 There are small roses on top! 292 00:19:13.780 --> 00:19:18.530 But.. 293 00:19:18.530 --> 00:19:20.130 [The paradox of getting hungrier as more dishes come out...] What is this..? Is it.. sea urchin? 294 00:19:20.130 --> 00:19:21.730 (Even after looking it up, I don't recognize the ingredient...) 295 00:19:21.730 --> 00:19:23.180 What's this sauce? 296 00:19:23.180 --> 00:19:25.530 Hmm~ it's just sauce (relieved) 297 00:19:25.530 --> 00:19:29.030 [Fresh tofu is expected to come out at least 6 more times] Wow~ the tofu is totally springy! 298 00:19:29.030 --> 00:19:32.230 (The tofu is so soft it's hard to pick up) 299 00:19:32.930 --> 00:19:36.830 This guy... The tofu is so delicate that it's hard to pick up! 300 00:19:37.030 --> 00:19:39.580 (Finally got it) 301 00:19:40.830 --> 00:19:42.380 It's so unique (final thoughts).. 302 00:19:44.480 --> 00:19:48.080 ... (I want to eat convenience store triangle kimbap) 303 00:19:48.080 --> 00:19:52.230 The additional sake I ordered has arrived! 304 00:19:52.230 --> 00:19:57.930 Pouring the sake into the cup, it's a cup with cherry blossoms from a tree! (I like this kind of thing haha) 305 00:19:58.680 --> 00:20:02.530 (The tofu tastes too exotic and fishy for my liking, and that's when my appetite started to decline...) It's usually time for sashimi, but I can't eat sashimi, so 306 00:20:02.530 --> 00:20:05.730 they gave me something like this tofu instead 307 00:20:07.480 --> 00:20:11.880 [Different cups for each type of sake!] I ordered another sake and the cup is really pretty, this one is for one type of sake 308 00:20:11.880 --> 00:20:13.180 and this one is for another sake 309 00:20:15.480 --> 00:20:19.280 It's quite fun to look at the tableware.. 310 00:20:19.280 --> 00:20:23.730 [Not an appetite suppressant food..] The expression is already not good with the bean soup 311 00:20:23.730 --> 00:20:26.230 They really like healthy stuff here 312 00:20:26.230 --> 00:20:30.980 After eating everything, I was so hungry I ate all the chocolate.. 313 00:20:31.280 --> 00:20:36.280 Neat food keeps coming out... but I'm hungry.. 314 00:20:38.130 --> 00:20:40.430 Tiny shrimps are all... clumped together~ 315 00:20:40.430 --> 00:20:42.530 Oh~ I can't look at these eye-like things. 316 00:20:42.530 --> 00:20:44.380 (Finished eating) 317 00:20:44.680 --> 00:20:48.730 The thing that suited my taste the best... miso soup.. 318 00:20:48.730 --> 00:20:50.830 Even the last dessert! 319 00:20:50.830 --> 00:20:53.930 (Even the pudding had a challenging taste...) 320 00:20:54.480 --> 00:20:56.880 (It tasted like ground vegetables, not mango...) This one seems like mango 321 00:20:56.880 --> 00:20:59.330 I came for the ryokan experience and I'm the only one here! 322 00:21:01.730 --> 00:21:04.730 Now~ I'll take a bath~! 323 00:21:05.480 --> 00:21:10.880 [Interesting point 1: Japanese ryokan is like a Korean public bathhouse] 324 00:21:13.080 --> 00:21:16.330 Today's highlight 325 00:21:17.180 --> 00:21:20.030 Quick shower and into the bath! 326 00:21:20.030 --> 00:21:23.130 Satisfaction 1000% because I can relax alone 327 00:21:23.130 --> 00:21:25.480 The cool cider brought from the relaxation room 328 00:21:25.480 --> 00:21:27.480 Haah~ It's really so good.. 329 00:21:28.980 --> 00:21:30.530 Oh my, oh my, oh my, suddenly lost my balance (lost it) 330 00:21:30.530 --> 00:21:36.680 [15 minutes in ryokan over!] It was really so nice, goodbye 331 00:21:36.680 --> 00:21:44.080 I'm going to rest while eating ice cake in the relax room next door 332 00:21:44.080 --> 00:21:48.630 There are rooms with private baths here! (I booked a room without a private bath for 700,000 KRW per night!) 333 00:21:48.630 --> 00:21:50.881 Wow~ Really.. 334 00:21:51.281 --> 00:21:54.281 I feel like I need to earn a lot of money.. 335 00:21:58.081 --> 00:22:01.731 At night, the cool sound of a waterfall.. 336 00:22:04.881 --> 00:22:09.381 It was nice to enjoy the common areas privately because there weren't many guests! 337 00:22:09.381 --> 00:22:12.381 Wearing the pajamas provided by the hotel 338 00:22:12.381 --> 00:22:15.081 Finishing the day eating ice cream.. 339 00:22:16.681 --> 00:22:19.981 (Thinking of coming back with my parents) 340 00:22:19.981 --> 00:22:22.531 Couldn't eat much dinner (because it didn't suit my taste) 341 00:22:22.531 --> 00:22:24.881 I asked if there was a convenience store nearby 342 00:22:24.881 --> 00:22:27.831 they said I had to go out by car and offered to take me 343 00:22:27.831 --> 00:22:30.681 I felt sorry so I didn't go, now I'm drowsy~ and hungry to the point of death. 344 00:22:30.681 --> 00:22:33.281 I recommend bringing some simple snacks when you come here 345 00:22:33.281 --> 00:22:36.181 (They said there's no room service! There's a drink vending machine next to the room) 346 00:22:36.181 --> 00:22:39.481 It's cold, so I'm thinking of putting on an extra coat 347 00:22:39.481 --> 00:22:41.481 I didn't bring many clothes, so the yukata provided here is a big help 348 00:22:43.381 --> 00:22:46.431 Happily ending the day at the Kyoto ryokan hotel~! 349 00:22:46.831 --> 00:22:49.881 For breakfast, a neat Japanese home-cooked meal was served! 350 00:22:49.881 --> 00:22:53.031 I could choose the breakfast time (Was it 8/9/10 o'clock?) so I set it for 8 am 351 00:22:54.481 --> 00:22:57.931 Cypress steaming(?) grilled salmon steamed eggs 352 00:22:57.931 --> 00:23:01.881 Since it was a country house, I turned off the heater and slept, and I thought I was going to freeze to death 353 00:23:01.881 --> 00:23:03.831 Today's window view 354 00:23:03.831 --> 00:23:07.731 [Eating breakfast with this view... I'm so happy...] The morning window view is prettier than the evening's 355 00:23:09.831 --> 00:23:12.431 The (salmon) is shaped like a cheesecake 356 00:23:12.431 --> 00:23:14.481 This is salmon... (Still half asleep) 357 00:23:14.481 --> 00:23:17.331 Warm tea.. oh, I love it. 358 00:23:17.331 --> 00:23:21.431 (Up until now, I felt like I was catching a cold because it was so cold) 359 00:23:21.431 --> 00:23:22.831 They keep coming out one by one! 360 00:23:22.831 --> 00:23:25.981 [Interesting Point 1: The rice is placed on the left] 361 00:23:25.981 --> 00:23:29.081 The steamed eggs look really delicious.. I'll enjoy the meal 362 00:23:29.081 --> 00:23:31.481 I wonder if I should open this after it's been steamed a bit? 363 00:23:31.481 --> 00:23:35.031 Yay~ This is it~ 364 00:23:36.231 --> 00:23:38.631 Pumpkin, fish cake, and cabbage are included, and it was healthy and delicious! 365 00:23:41.831 --> 00:23:45.481 After eating breakfast to reduce swelling, off to the ryokan~ 366 00:23:46.081 --> 00:23:49.281 The weather is clear, the air is even better, and I'm full = heaven 367 00:23:49.281 --> 00:23:53.131 No one else is here, so I'm enjoying the large communal bath all by myself 368 00:23:55.881 --> 00:24:00.681 Usually, when I feel pressured or stressed, I can't even rest, 369 00:24:00.681 --> 00:24:05.481 and I don't want to meet people (since I think it's a problem I have to solve myself) and dislike going out, 370 00:24:05.481 --> 00:24:08.231 but it was in that moment I realized that 'letting go is also important' 371 00:24:09.681 --> 00:24:12.681 That moment felt not like a luxurious leisure, but rather a time when heavy burdens were emptied and a positive mindset was filled 372 00:24:12.681 --> 00:24:17.731 It made me realize how important it is to become a healthy person with healthy food and environment 373 00:24:17.731 --> 00:24:24.681 I promised myself that I should make time to travel here every year 374 00:24:24.681 --> 00:24:28.881 My late twenties unexpectedly made me enjoy my alone time and books more.. 375 00:24:28.881 --> 00:24:34.581 I hope Destiny Subscribers also visit here with their parents or loved ones if you go to Kyoto 376 00:24:34.581 --> 00:24:40.881 I played around by myself and came out because it got too hot 377 00:24:43.781 --> 00:24:50.481 See you in Kyoto downtown part 2 378 00:24:54.231 --> 00:25:03.831 See you in part 2 of my Kyoto city trip