Owning a Japanese convenience store, a conbini, can be a tough job sometimes. The kids had fun putting on this little skit of their pretend 8-Twelve store at Youtube Space Tokyo.
LWIF EP130: Japanese Green Tea: From Farm to Table
If you’re like me and had no clue that most of the world’s tea, including Japanese green tea, comes from the same plant, then come along for a tea learning journey!
LWIF EP129: Life in the Philippines pt 2 | Homes, Family & Work
In this third video about the Philippines, I visit families, go on house tours, and talk about work.
LWIF EP128: Journey to the Philippines
I visited the Philippines to get a glimpse of the everyday lives of Filipinos. Thanks to our sponsor ExpressVPN. Go to https://expressvpn.com/lifewhereimfrom, to take back your Internet privacy TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free.
LWIF EP127: Living in Traditional Japanese Townhouses: Kyo-machiya
I never thought I’d want to live in an old Japanese house. I’ve always heard they’re creaky and cold. However, I was surprised at how nice and cozy they could be inside.
LWIF EP126: The Manila Commute
When I talked to friends and the Life Where I’m From community about going to the capital city of the Philippines, Manila, many warned me about the traffic. One community member even offered to show me her commute, so of course, I jumped at the opportunity. Thanks to Dashlane for sponsoring the video. Try Dashlane Premium free for 30 days at www.dashlane.com/life and use the coupon code ‘life’ to get 10% off Dashlane Premium. At first I thought, oh yeah, everyone complains about their area’s drivers, and the congestion is bad, and you know, here it’s the worst. But after…
LWIF X EP45: How to Onsen in Japan
In this video I answer some basic first-timers questions about how to go to an onsen (hot spring) or a sento (public bath) in Japan. Thanks to Ibaraki TV who invited us and sponsored our visit. To learn more about Ibaraki, please visit: Kanko Ibaraki https://english.ibarakiguide.jp/ Ibakira TV https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwC9T9FeeodpcWlBvdzt0TQ/featured The two ryokans I visited in Ibaraki were: Tsukuba Onsen Tsukuba Grand Hotel https://tsukuba-grandhotel.co.jp/ Toshimaya Tsukihama no Yu https://www.tukihama.co.jp/ Sources Natural hot spring scandal and onsen rules https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2004/08/14/national/onsen-know-what-youre-getting-into/#.XJM66Sgzb8A What is an onsen http://www.jph-ri.or.jp/kenko_f/onsen_english/contents/onsentowa.html More about secluded hot springs and circulation technology https://www.hitou.or.jp/en/spateaching/spateaching01.html Kanji that’s good to know https://tattoo-friendly.jp/faq/ History of tattoos…
LWIF X EP44: Japanese Etiquette | Q+A v12
This month we answer your questions about Japanese etiquette, from bowing to slurping noodles. This Q+A is brought to you by supporters on Patreon. To guarantee your question gets answered, go to https://www.patreon.com/lifewhereimfrom.
LWIF X EP43: Japan’s Body Image Gym | Q+A v11
On the main channel I made a video about a gym/lounge that trains you in fitness, fashion, hair, and make-up: an all-around body image gym. There were so many questions that I re-interviewed one of the members to find out what was what. Original Video
LWIF EP125: Japan’s Body Image Gym
So I found out about this special gym in Japan by one of my viewers, who said it was unlike anything he’s seen before in North America. Instead of focusing on only body fitness, it also does fashion, hair styling, and make-up. Not only that, it also acts as a kind of social club. I seriously had a very hard time editing this video, because everyone was so positive about the experience and it felt like I was making a giant ad for the place. But as you know, I always disclose sponsorships, and this is not a sponsored video.…