Jim Goes to Japan

First hand experience from a first time traveler

Jim Goes to Japan Ep 8

This one is a little short and wierdly edited (as most of my videos are) because the temples in Kyoto don’t really appreciated cameras as much as you and I. Since I spent pretty much my entire time in Kyoto in the temples, there’s not much footage. However, I thought I’d share a little.
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Try Not to Forget Tokyo

Well, it’s my last few days in Tokyo. What a ride it has been. Call me sick, but I love the last few days of a trip the best. I’m excited to finally return home, I don’t want to leave, and I’m trying everything to relive my vacation one last time before I go. Because [...]

Azabu Court Residential Hotel

For my trip to Tokyo, I booked my stay at Azabu Court Residential Hotel. It’s mainly for extended stays and can be booked for discounted rates in weekly and monthly blocks (which is actually very rare in Japan — volume discounts are almost unheard of here). They provide well-kept rooms of a great size with [...]

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Jim Goes to Japan Ep 4

Sorry for the short video! A lot of the places inside Akihabara don’t allow cameras. However, I hope you get the idea of what it’s about. If you know about Akihabara, then you don’t need me to show you anyway I’m sure.
Also, my free flickr allotment ran out for this month in just a [...]

Jim Goes to Japan Ep 3


Homesick

I didn’t plan on it, but four days in and I’m homesick. It’s my first time traveling so it shouldn’t be any surprise. If it’s your first time traveling internationally and you’re staying somewhere for more than a few days, plan for a day or two of homesickness. Also do not underestimate its effects: nausea, [...]

Jim Goes to Japan Ep 2



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