The Coolest Art Village In Japan You Havent Heard Of (Yet)! 能登半島に来て大感動した件！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-11-10 | The Oku-Noto Triennale is held on the Noto Peninsula every three years, with artists from all over Japan, and the world, coming to leave their mark on the region.From September to November, there are nearly 50 different spots to view live performances and art installations across the city of Suzu, and even when the event is finished, many projects will remain as landmarks across the peninsula.Because the train line no longer runs to Suzu, it can be seen as a bit difficult to visit as a tourist, but this is a blessing as much as it is a curse. If you can rent a car, you will be rewarded with plenty of accessible modern art installations for an unforgettable sightseeing trip. If you arrive by bus, you can rent an e-bicycle at Suzunari-kan community center for the duration of your stay, which will give you access to many of the public structures as well.Either way, if you can swing it, this is an incredible stroll off the beaten path!Information:Where to rent an E-Bike: Suzunari-kan! notohantou.jp/suzunarikanYou can do the simple paperwork at the information desk!Where I stayed: Jokoji Temple珠洲市飯田町12-24http://jyoukoujinoto.comEnglish reservations can be made by e-mail!The Okunoto Art Triennale Website:奥能登国際芸術祭2023oku-noto.jp/jaNoramoji Project: のらもじ発見プロジェクトnoramoji.jpYou can download retro fonts here!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFind Your Next Meal On Fukuoka Eats! 外国人向けのフードブログhttp://www.fukuokaeats.com☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
[Episode 4] Blown Away By Aomoris Underrated Food Scene (日本語字幕あり）青森県は日本食の天国だあ！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-09-13 | This was my first time visiting Aomori Prefecture, and it did not disappoint! In this video, we'll guide you through some of the region's highlights. We started our trip in Hachinohe, cruising down the Tanesashi Coastline, and having an amazing seaside lunch, before heading to Hachinohe city for an evening food tour exploring the many "yokocho" side alleys in the city, Then we made a quick trip to the beautiful Oirase Gorge and visited some waterfalls, before finally landing in Aomori City to visit the Nebuta museum, grab some souvenirs and make our way home.This is the fourth video in the series, so check out the others too if you want to follow the entire itinerary!Chapters:0:02 Arrival in Aomori0:35 Kabushima Shrine 2:32 Seaside Lunch2:48 Tanesashi Coast3:15 Hachinohe City3:28 Hachinohe Street Stalls and Food Tour4:57 Hachinohe Morning Market5:58 Oirase Gorge6:24 Aomori City6:45 Nebuta Museum7:21 Souvenir Shopping〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFind Your Next Meal On Fukuoka Eats! 外国人向けのフードブログhttp://www.fukuokaeats.com☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
[Episode 3] Driving Through Dynamic Miyagi Prefecture to Sendai (日本語字幕あり）宮城に入って仙台に向かって観光中！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-08-30 | In the third video of the Tohoku series, we are in Miyagi Prefecture! Our adventure kicks off with the majestic Okama Crater atop Mount Zao, a stunning natural wonder. From there, we check out a hot spring hotel, visit a castle, eat beef tongue, and embark on a foodie tour through Sendai's Iroha Yokocho!Make sure you watch the other three videos in this series to stay up to speed on summer in Northern Japan! Time Stamps:0:15 Zao Okama Crater0:55 Kamasaki Onsen1:40 Room Tour2:13 Dinner2:37 Shiroishi Castle3:30 Watalis Upcycled Kimono Crafts4:20 Kawamachi Terrace Natori5:05 Sendai City 5:46 Food Tour6:37 Iroha Yokocho〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFind Your Next Meal On Fukuoka Eats! 外国人向けのフードブログhttp://www.fukuokaeats.com☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
[Episode 2] Hiking Yamadera in Yamagata ! (日本語字幕あり）山寺でハイキングしてきた! Micaela ミカエラ 2023-07-26 | Welcome to Yamagata Prefecture, a captivating destination in Japan that offers a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and natural wonders. Take the opportunity to savor their fine sake, crafted with precision and pride, practice some tapestry weaving, relax in the onsen, and for a truly awe-inspiring experience, visit Yamadera Temple, a picturesque Buddhist temple perched amidst stunning mountain vistas. In Yamagata Prefecture, cultural richness and scenic beauty converge, promising an unforgettable journey for every traveler!Make sure you watch the other three videos in this series to stay up to speed on summer in Northern Japan! Timestamps:0:01 Leaving Fukushima0:15 Toko Brewery Tour1:27 Ryokan "Gotenmori"2:39 Waku-Waku Kan Yonezawa Fabric3:14 Lunch at Kura Obihachi3:42 Hiking at Yamadera5:00 The Hike Begins5:35 The Views7:09 The Descent 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFind Your Next Meal On Fukuoka Eats! 外国人向けのフードブログhttp://www.fukuokaeats.com☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
[Episode 1] My First Visit to Fukushima! (日本語字幕あり）初めて福島を観光してきた！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-07-12 | A new four video series where we will be exploring Fukushima, Yamagata, Miyagi, and Aomori in Northern Japan! Looking for ideas for your next trip? These suggestions are great in summer and winter, so be sure to take notes! Check down below for chapter markers, so you can jump to sections of interest as you please!Discover the captivating wonders of Fukushima Prefecture in Japan as we embark on a virtual journey through its rich history, natural beauty, and cultural treasures. Explore the serene Nisshin-kan samurai school, wander the charming streets of Ouchi-juku's traditional post-town, and immerse yourself in the samurai heritage of Tsuruga-jo Castle. Marvel at the unique spiral architecture of Sazae-do temple, and venture into the mystical depths of Abukuma Cave. Whether you're drawn to historical sites, architectural marvels, or the allure of underground wonders, Fukushima Prefecture offers a diverse range of experiences that will leave you inspired!Sample Itinerary For Your Reference! - Osaka to Fukushima by Air (Itami Airport) 0:20- Fukushima 1:23- Abukuma Cafe 2:17- Organic Farm to Table Lumch at Arigato 3:10 - Nisshinkan 3:45- Tsuruga-jo Castle 5:16- Warabi Akabeko Taiken 5:39- Ryokan Harataki 6:05- Sazae-do 6:48- Ouch-juku 7:45- Negi-soba 8:12〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFind Your Next Meal On Fukuoka Eats! 外国人向けのフードブログhttp://www.fukuokaeats.com☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
🍣 Tour Shinjukus Food Scene With A Local! 外国人向けの新宿ツアーに参加してみた! Micaela ミカエラ 2023-03-15 | For first-time visitors to Japan, the language barrier can sometimes get in the way of discovering the most authentic food experiences, even in a metropolis like Tokyo. Where do you go? What do you order?Magical Trip is a food tour company in Japan that offers unique and authentic food experiences for travelers. I had the pleasure of joining one of their tours on my recent trip to Tokyo, as we toured Kabukicho by night and visited several restaurants. The tour was led by a knowledgeable and friendly local guide who showed us around the vibrant night-time neighborhoods before bringing us to several restaurants to try. The guide was also very informative, sharing interesting tidbits about the food and culture of Japan throughout the tour, and I was in great company with the other guests as well!! I also loved how inclusive it was for vegetarians as well! Even though I've lived in Japan for many years, Kabukicho is definitely not an area I visit very often, so everything felt new and exciting for me, too!Think this tour looks cool? Find all the details below:Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjukutinyurl.com/2p9n7rujOr check out some of the many other tours across other cities in Japan:tinyurl.com/2p9n7ruj〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~#tokyotravel #tokyotravelguide #japanesefood #japantravel #japanesefoodculture #japan
[30 Second Japan] A touching way to say goodbye to the Island 島の送別会に感動！ #japantravel #tokyotravel Micaela ミカエラ 2023-03-01 | ...
🔰 HOW TO SEE ALL OF TOKYO IN ONE DAY! 簡単に1日で東京を観光する方法を紹介します！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-26 | Whether you have a limited time in Tokyo, or you have just arrived in Tokyo and need to get your bearings - if you want a casual, stress-free way to see all the sights in the city in just one day, the Sky Hop Bus is an easy way to move across the city and take in the views. With a 24-hour or 48-hour pass, you can easily stop off at an area of interest and explore before catching the next bus and carrying on your journey (or, alternatively, you can ride the bus route from start to finish and see the entire city without ever stepping off.)For more information, check out the website:ANA x Sky Hop Bus ana.co.jp/en/sg/japan-travel-planner/information/skyhopbusOr check websites like Klook and Viator for discount tickets! Which would you prefer? The red route? Or the blue route? Let me know in the comments belowwww!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！ http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFukuoka Eats - A Food Blog http://www,fukuokaeats.com ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~#tokyo #japantravel #tokyotour #tokyotravelguide
[30 Second Japan] Sunken Shipwreck off the coast of Ogasawara Islands! 父島の沈没した船を見に行った！ #boninislands Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-21 | Sakaiura Beach, on Chichijima (the main island) is a gorgeous stretch of shoreline with coral reefs, clear blue water, and a sunken shipwreck lying in clear view from the bay (!!)The Hinkomaru was shot with a U.S. Navy torpedo during the Pacific War, and has laid sunken in this bay ever since. On fair weather days, visitors are encouraged to swim out and explore it! In the clear calm waters you can observe coral growing on the rusted ruins, and even encounter schools of tropical fish! In the winters, the waters are a little more rough, so we explored by kayak, but it was still exciting to take a look under the water’s surface and see what lies beneath. (By the way, the water wasn’t even cold, even though mainland was about 0°c and snowing, the outside temperature here was 18°c, and the water was warm enough to swim in!)
[30 Second Japan] This remote Japanese island used to belong to the USA ✨😮 小笠原諸島の歴史が深い！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-19 | Did you know these remote islands were actually occupied by the USA? It was only relatively recently, around 60 years ago, that the Ogasawara Islands were returned to Japan. Although the islands once had a thriving population of over 7,000 people, everyone was forced to evacuate to the mainland during the second world war, and the islands were re-occupied by the Japanese military instead.After the war, the US occupied the islands but returned them to Japan in 1968, it was only after that, that the Japanese were able to move back and re-settle on the island. Everything you see on the island now, including the lush forestation, could only thrive after the war, making the ecosystem relatively young here.Many remnants of the war remain scattered around the island and are preserved and used as educational tools for visitors. This forest is like a living museum. - Tags -#ogasawaraisland #boninisland #boninislands #deepjapan #explorejapan #japantravel #islandlife #islandliving
🗼 5 JAPANESE FOODS FOR YOUR FIRST VISIT TO TOKYO ✨ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-17 | There are *so many* amazing options when eating out in Japan, but if you're visiting for the first time, too many options can seem a little overwhelming - Where do you start? In one of Tokyo's busiest and most bustling districts, Shinjuku, you can pop into station-adjacent shopping centers like Takashimaya and find many iconic traditional Japanese dishes under one roof. These restaurants actually have their original locations stationed all around Tokyo (Akasaka, Ningyocho, Tsukiji) but on Takashimaya's restaurant floors, you don't need to travel to various regions of Tokyo to find them.While you don't have to try everything in this video, if you see something you like, these are experiences in a relaxed elevated atmosphere above the busy (and puzzling) Shinjuku station that are the best of their breed. You can find soba around Shinjuku station, for example, but Takashimaya's 100% buckwheat soba is gluten-free and made without additives. You can get sushi around Tokyo as well. but your experience can differ greatly depending on where you go. For safe, delicious options, Takashimaya has your back. If you plan to visit elsewhere, then hopefully just learning about these dishes will give you inspiration for your own travel itinerary as well!Restaurants in this video:Akasaka Fukinuki (赤坂ふきぬき）goo.gl/maps/qbtfuKwxv1P1y13U7(English menu available, google reviews recommend lunchtime.)Imahan Sukiyaki (今半すき焼き）goo.gl/maps/vjCRGXsAkNN25KC2A(They cook your wagyu for you at your table, totally beginner friendly!)Tsukiji Tamasushi (築地玉寿司）goo.gl/maps/Qrx42UdhrAiHWmor8(Lunch offers sushi courses on a sliding scale, from 2000-4000en!)Sonhonke Komatsuan (小松庵総本家)goo.gl/maps/pkmFacTkPBqLoftz6(Gluten-free soba meals on the 13th floor, with sweeping views of Shinjuku station.)Tsubame Grill (つばめグリル）goo.gl/maps/3s9qJ1Kzrb3fRC7o8(Sometimes you just need a hamburger - Western-style cuisine with open-air terrace seating)*Yes, this video is sponsored by Takashimaya*〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_ http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)#tokyo #foodguide #foodblogger #travelguide #japanesefood #japantravel #tokyotravel #tokyotravelguide #japanesefoodculture #japanrestaurant #japanguide ~Thank You For Watching ~
[30 Second Japan] 24 hours from Tokyo to Japan’s most remote island community! 24時間にかけて小笠原諸島に行く！ Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-13 | Would you make the long trek to a remote island such as this? 🫣🏝️⛴️Welcome aboard the Ogasawara Maru ⛴️♥️This ferry is the only mode of transportation between mainland Japan, and some of its most remote islands! It only runs once every six days, taking an entire day both ways - making the shortest possible stay on these islands four whole days!Also known as the Bonin Islands, this small collection of islands lies 1000km south east of Japan and is actually considered to be part of Tokyo’s greater metropolitan area! Although the islands are incredibly remote and not easily connected to the mainland, approximately 2,500 people choose to live out their best lives here.Evie and I, along with Loretta (@kemushijp) and her little boss, and the team at @makes_japan set out to visit this small tight-knit island community and learn about their perspective and way of life! I can’t wait to share the things we experienced during our short four day stay!Happy to answer any questions about the ferry in the comments below! ✨✋
Life Update (Warning: Sensitive Content) (大丈夫だったり、大丈夫じゃなかったり） Micaela ミカエラ 2023-02-10 | CCボタンを押せば日本語の字幕が出てきます。TW: LossIf you follow me anywhere else on social media, then you will already know this story and I'm sorry for taking the time to talk about it again, but for those who haven't been following along, I needed to be able to make this update before I could move forward with my own work. Sometimes really sad things happen and there's just nothing you can do to change the outcome of the situation, over the past few years during the pandemic I'm sure I'm not the only one who has struggled with the loss of a loved one or two, but this has hit me so hard I've not really felt the same since. I don't think I'll ever truly move on from it, and even though things are subjectively "okay" now, there's not a day that goes by that I'm not processing old information in a new way, or re-examining minor details of the past events. Grief is weird like that. But I am so thrilled to have my baby daughter. I can't wait to raise her here in Fukuoka City and teach her everything I know, and I hope you won't mind if she makes an appearance here and there from time to time, as well. Hope to catch up again soon.
[30 Second Japan] Unzen, Nagasaki 雲仙岳を３０秒で紹介してみた! Micaela ミカエラ 2021-07-23 | Unzen is such a nice area to visit if you have a car - the remote location away from any major train lines makes it a quiet and peaceful hot spring town, free from excessive tourism or gimmicks that other, more popular destinations have.If you live in Kyushu (especially Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Saga, or Fukuoka) a weekend trip to Unzen is a great choice if you:✅ Have a Driver's Licence✅ Enjoy Hiking and Nature✅ Are an Independent Traveler✅ Want a Secluded GetawayThe nearby towns of Minami-Shimabara and Obama are just a short drive down either side of the mountain, and offer their own attractions as well (such as dolphin watching!) #九州ぐらむ #南島原市 #小浜市 #雲仙 #雲仙岳 #雲仙温泉 #長崎旅行 #長崎観光 #九州観光 #温泉旅行 #温泉街 #九州 #kyshutrip #kyushugram #unzen #onsengram #onsen #nagasaki #unzenonsen #unknownjapan #explorejapan #travelasia #asiatrave #japantravel #traveljapan l
Tokamachi, Niigata - Hidden Art Village 新潟県十日町 Micaela ミカエラ 2021-03-31 | I recently headed up to Niigata Prefecture for the first time, and found myself deep in the snow in Tokamachi - a small rural community famous for its sky-high snowfall, and the art triennial which is held once every three years, and leaves a lasting artistic impression on the community. Come with me as I explore the region, including the many remaining art exhibits and their role in local tourism. I also explored the town's relationship with Croatia, and their feelings and passion towards hosting Croatia this year ahead of the summer games. Sponsored by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
3 Days in A Remote Island Village in Japan - 本州から３時間離れた隠岐の島 Micaela ミカエラ 2021-03-24 | Earlier this month I had the amazing opportunity to visit the remote Oki Islands off of Shimane Prefecture. 3 hours by ferry from the mainland, this collection of islands is completely self-sustaining and doesn't need to rely on the mainland very much at all. With over 20 young recruits living on the island under the work experience program, the island itself is full of life and fresh ideas and it was really cool to talk to some of the kids there about why they choose to live so far away from the rest of Japan.The islands are also hosting Micronesia for the summer games, and have worked really hard to foster a bond between the country and the small island village. This is somewhere I'd love to visit again in the future! Sponsored By: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
3 DAYS IN SETOUCHI (Hyogo, Tokushima, Kagawa) | 初めてのところばかり！瀬戸内を探検して見よう！ Micaela ミカエラ 2021-02-19 | 日本語字幕あり！CCボタンを押して付けてみてください！In early January I visited the Setouchi Region surrounding Shikoku, for a short three-day tour of the area! Starting in Hyogo, we visited Himeji Castle, before driving through Awaji-shima and arriving in Tokushima. Then we ventured to Kagawa, where we hopped on a ferry and explored the island of Shodoshima! It was my first time getting deep into the Setouchi region - although Shikoku is somewhere I always feel like I'd like to spend more time. Hopefully I can come back in the summer one day! I'd love to go island hopping!Have you ever been to Shikoku?Locations In This Video:Himeji Castle → himejicastle.jp/enHonpukuji Temple → awajishima-kanko.jp/manual/detail.php?bid=454&lid=1&at=Awaji Island Onion Kitchen → hyogojapan.com/discover/awajishima-onion-kitchenOnaruto Bridge → pref.tokushima.lg.jp/en/japanese/gallery/picture/narutobridgeShikoku Pilgrimage (Shikoku Henro) → shikoku-tourism.com/en/shikoku-henro/shikoku-henroJR Hotel Clement Tokushima jrclement.co.jp/tokushima/enTokushima Ramen http://7-men.comAwaodori Kaikan → awaodori-kaikan.jp/enBizan → discovertokushima.net/en/experience/mountains/bizan-ropewayKonpirasan → japan-guide.com/e/e5451.htmlKamitsubaki → http://kamitsubaki.comShikishimakan → booking.com/hotel/jp/yu-su-fu-dao-guan-onyado-shikishima-kan.htmlNakano Udon School → http://www.udonschool.jp/touristguideShodoshima → japan-guide.com/e/e5430.htmlNonoka → nonoka-shodoshima.shopinfo.jpKankakei Gorge → kankakei.co.jpAngel Road → shikoku-tourism.com/en/see-and-do/10086For more information about the Setouchi Region:Setouchi Tourism → setouchitourism.or.jp/enSetouchi.trip Instagram→ instagram.com/setouchi.tripSetouchi Reflection Trip → facebook.com/SetouchiDMO〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
working on a local japanese tv show | オケハザマって何ですか？収録日記 Micaela ミカエラ 2020-12-13 | This is a collection of clips I've collected from our days shooting our local TV show, Okehazamatte Nan Desu Ka? (What's Your Okehazama?) on RKB. 番組概要 Informationrkb.jp/okenan祭.nine (Matsuri Nine):Official: matsuri-nine.jpYoutube: youtube.com/channel/UCqHK9TrrfTPj-_AfnNGCJ3wHKT48:Official: http://www.hkt48.jpYouTube: youtube.com/user/HKT48Takeuchi Machel:cmc101.co.jp/machelLinks:Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFukuoka Eats /福岡の美味しいものガイドhttp://www.fukuokaeats.comOKEHAZAMA Playlist / RKB オケハザマって何ですか？ (見逃し放送）https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWnVg...☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
I tried a Members Only Bar in Fukuoka! 福岡の会員制バーで日本酒の飲み比べしてみた！ Micaela ミカエラ 2020-10-30 | In downtown Fukuoka in the trendy neighborhood of Yakuin, is a secret Japanese bar called BAR AYA. With stylish minimalist Japanese decor and gorgeous hostesses dressed in Kimono, you can experience the world of Japanese member-only exclusive bars, through this foreign-geared experience allowing you to try different local sake and special local snacks. Would you like to try sake pairing and local drinks in an exclusive members-only bar? Book your exclusive sake pairing and "o-banzai" (local dish) course through Byfood.com!⇨ byfood.com/experiences/sake-tasting-experience-in-fukuoka-with-obanzai-443BAR AYA⇨ http://bar-aya.com〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Fukuoka Food Guides / 英語で福岡のレストランガイド作っています！http://www.fukuokaeats.com Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！ http://www.twitter.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
Speaking Japanese (Life Update Vlog) Micaela ミカエラ 2020-10-26 | Haven't done this for a few months and it's alway shard to get back into it when I stop. Wanted to try something new and try my best to speak Japanese for (most of) the video, it's been so long since I have.Maybe I'll make a video about my current Asian Identity Crisis ™️ soon, but in the meantime here are some things I've been up to since the world turned upside down. Links:Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu Fukuoka Eats /福岡の美味しいものガイドhttp://www.fukuokaeats.comOKEHAZAMA Playlist / RKB オケハザマって何ですか？ (見逃し放送）youtube.com/watch?v=iWnVg6DqIBQ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
This is how Japan has changed... 最近の福岡の様子です。 Micaela ミカエラ 2020-05-29 | This video is a few days late. I almost didn't post it because I don't like how close I'm sitting to the camera (a silly reason not to post, I know), but I think there are probably people who are curious as to know what's going on in Fukuoka City (and Japan). We were released from the state of emergency status more than a week before Tokyo was. I hope we can provide some insight into how we are adapting. Time will tell if our strategy is effective or not, I guess.投稿が数日遅れた動画です。カメラとの自分の距離が近いのが嫌で撮り直すか迷っていて（投稿しない理由としてはバカバカしいですが）、この動画は福岡市（と日本）で何が起きているのか気になっている方のために作ってみました。東京より1週間以上も前に非常事態から解放された福岡の様子です。私たちがどのようにコロナの対策しているのか、海外の方にとって少しでも参考になればと思っています。日本語字幕が遅れます。申し訳ございません。Japan Covid-19 Information (including Travel Advisories)https://www.japan.travel/en/coronavirus/〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Pet Diaries: Relaxing Day In The Life Of Kit and Lon 柴犬と猫の丸一日 Micaela ミカエラ 2020-04-08 | Having pets at home has been such a joy during these hard times, for those of you who don't have pets, I thought I'd share a bit of our day-to-day, to hopefully bring you some peace as well.Kit (dog) is an 8 year old Shiba Inu, he protecc, he attacc, and he sleep a lot. Lon (cat) is a 6 year old Russian Blue, his hobbies are lounging, hiding, and jumping Kit. If anyone is wondering about Sara (my foster poodle), I rehomed her at the end of last year because she had too many individual needs that couldn't be met without me sacrificing the needs of everyone else (three pets was too much for me as a singleton). The vet suggested she be in a single-pet-household and helped me find someone to adopt her. She's happily living with a dog groomer and his wife now, and I can drop in any time and ask how she's doing. :)〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル! http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesu Follow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！ http://www.twitter.com/ciaela Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_ http://www.instagram.com/ciaela ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
#StayHome Surviving Self Isolation - My Japanese Shopping List Micaela ミカエラ 2020-03-30 | Although Japan is not currently on any sort of lockdown or strict order to stay indoors, I think we are all starting to realize that we need to take matters into our own hands and self-isolate as much as possible. For those of you who are dealing with your first "crisis" in Japan, I wanted to provide a little bit of a guide to help you make sure you're as prepared as you can be, for spending time indoors.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------●Curry - Meats: Pork, Beef, or Chicken. Whatever you have.- Vegetables: Potato, Onion, Carrot, Mushrooms, Spinach/Komatsuna/Kale, Asparagus, Sweet Potato, Pumpkin (Kabocha), Eggplant, Okura, Renkon (Lotus Root)Quick Tutorial on How To Make Curry @ 4:53●Instant Miso (for reference, this is the kind I usually buy amanofd.jp/amano/shop/goods/index.html?ggcd=B4741&cid=miso) You can buy any kind, some instant miso comes with a paste, which some people may prefer but I like the freeze-dried type. It is said that certain nutrients are preserved when you freeze-dry vegetables, so I think they're a bit healthier. ●Cook Do (for reference: ajinomoto.co.jp/cookdo/lineup)These are usually found in the Chinese seasoning section of your Japanese supermarket (as the majority of the boxes are Chinese.) Similar simple-meal kits with Japanese recipes are sometimes stocked in the same aisle. ●Canned Tomatoes - Good for curries (add one can of diced tomatoes to your curry to make it more tangy and acidic)- Pasta (sautee veggies, garlic, onion, and bacon, add your diced tomatoes, stew, taste, and season, add to pasta) - Soups (lightly sautee your favorite soup veggies in oil and garlic, pour diced tomatoes into the pot, then fill the empty tomato can with water and add one cube of soup stock of your choice, throw in your desired seasonings, bring to a boil and simmer. you can add rice, quinoa, gains, shredded chicken to make it a hearty meal.) - Stews (for beef, lamb, and pork, I cut my vegetables large, season them first with cumin, curry spice, cinnamon, salt, pepper, paprika, etc to make a fragrant mix, then add tomatoes and water, and simmer until liquid has dissolved and the mixture is thick enough to be a stew.)- Salsa (Use half a can, pulse in a mixer with red onion, cilantro, garlic, green pepper, red chiles, lemon, salt, pepper, and a bit of cumin for a more tex-mex flavor) ●Spices:I didn't show them in the video but I actually prefer S&B's herb packets, you can see what they look like here: sbotodoke.com/shop/c/cB51210Most supermarkets have them, and they are very versatile, cheap, and easy to use. ●Yakiniku Sauce:You can choose any kind you like! When in doubt, the popular Yakiniku chain "Gyukaku" has a sauce in the supermarket that's pretty good. Use this on "grilled" and "charred" meats. Tastes great over rice. Make a "Yakiniku Bowl" with charred carrots, cabbage, onion, green pepper, and slices of beef or pork. ●Ponzu: I prefer Yuzu, but you won't be missing out on too much if they don't stock it. Regular Ponzu works. Use this on steamed veggies with lighter flavors, or in sautees with Asian veggies (bok choy with garlic topped with ponzu, baked white fish with salt and ponzu, or daikon and pork sauteed with ponzu is great!) Can be mixed with olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a salad dressing too!●Veggies - Try to pick a few greens, and then one veggie of each color. I try to plan for one raw-green (for salads), one wilting-green (for soups and stir-fries), and one firm-green (for baking grilling) per shop. Green: Lettuce, Baby Leaf, Spinach, Bok Choy, Komatsuna, Asparagus, Zucchini, Green Pepper, Kale, Cucumber, Cabbage, AvocadoPurple: Red Onion, Eggplant, Purple Turnip, Satsumaimo (Sweet Potato), Purple Cabbage (great for adding color).Red: Tomatoes, Red Peppers, Beets, Beni Daikon (Red Radish)Orange: Carrot, Pumpkin, Orange Pepper, Orange/Yellow Fruit TomatoesWhite: Daikon, Turnip, Cauliflower, Renkon (Lotus Root), Bean Sprouts, Potato, Onion, Sato-Imo, Yama-Imo, Brown: Gobo (burdock root), Mushroom●Buy & Freeze:- A loaf of bread or two (Japanese bread tends to come in slices instead of loaves so buy accordingly.)- Meats (Chicken Breasts are the most versatile AND cost-effective IMO.)- Frozen Seafood (S&B has a paella seasoning! if you can find it, this is a nice way to utilize rice, veggies, and seafood)- Frozen naughty snacks like pizza, dorayaki, frozen fried rice, emergency instant meals, etc can go here too.●Pasta and Rice are good to have, but if you don't have a rice cooker in your apartment, you can buy a few microwavable instant-packs from your supermarket or convenience store and store those instead. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Let me know what you'd add! I'm out of space and can't write more :'(
Answering Some Tough Questions About Japan (with Sharla!) Micaela ミカエラ 2020-03-27 | What would you choose? I called on twitter for suggestions and you guys delivered! We made a pretty good list of "Would You Rather" questions! Want to participate? Leave your choices in the comments below! I hope you enjoyed this fun little break from everything that's happening in the world right now. We shot this video end of February before the world got a little bit scarier, and I hope it gives you something to interact with/play along with while you're snuggled up safe at home. :)Sharla's Channel: http://www.youtube.com/sharlainjapanSharla's Video Day 1: youtu.be/jTwfGYbsEeA One Day on Kyushu Island 🏝️Japan Travel IdeasSharla's Video Day 2: Coming Soon!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching!!!! ~
[字幕あり] This Train Is Also a Michelin Star Restaurant 電車で食べるおしゃれなフレンチ！ Micaela ミカエラ 2020-03-13 | The Coto Coto Train, designed by designer/illustrator Eiji Mitooka, is based on the 3 themes of “relaxation, delicious food, and fun”. Enjoy the luxury train ambiance while gazing at the countryside scenery, all while dining on a delicious 6-course French-fusion meal that utilizes ingredients from the nature-rich areas surrounding the train line. Out of all the luxury/designer trains that I've had the chance to try (Seven Stars, Aru Ressha, CotoCoto), the CotoCoto is by far the cheapest, and the least amount of time commitment. If you're looking for a one-day special occasion trip out of Fukuoka City, this might be the perfect thing for you.Service Area： Nogata – Tagawaita – Nogata – Yukuhashi (route depends on season.)Travel Time： 3 hrs 20 minsService Schedule： Weekends and public holidaysCapacity： 48 seatsFare： 17,800 yen per person (Includes fare as well as food.)Japanese Website:http://www.heichiku.net/cotocoto_train/202004-06.htmlFor English Reservations:kotokototrain@jtb.comFukuoka Now Article:fukuoka-now.com/en/coto-coto-trainHave you ever seen one of Japan's designer trains?〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル! http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesu Follow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！ http://www.twitter.com/ciaela Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_ http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~This video was not sponsored but train ride was gifted by Fukuoka Prefecture.
3 Days In Koyasan - Sleeping In A Buddhist Temple!! Micaela ミカエラ 2020-03-03 | Earlier this month I spent 3 days in Wakayama Prefecture, visiting the spiritual and historic Koyasan (Mount Koya) and it's surrounding areas. Looking for a trip in Japan that's not only unique but extremely authentic and real? A pilgrimage to Mount Koya may be exactly the type of retreat you've been looking for. This video was made in collaboration with JapanTravel, and they have written about all of the items featured in this video. Interested in doing anything you saw? This video was packed full of ideas, check the links below to find out how you can have an experience like this yourself:◇Wakayama Feature Pageen.japantravel.com/feature/wakayama-japans-spiritual-heartland◇The Sweet Soul Of Wakayamaen.japantravel.com/wakayama/the-sweet-soul-of-wakayama/61371 ◇Book A Tour With JapanTravel!Coming Soon! Thanks for watching and I'll talk to you again soon!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)This video was created in collaboration with JapanTravel.~Thank You For Watching ~
I took my boyfriend to the Kirby Cafe! Micaela ミカエラ 2020-02-17 | Hi this is a filler vlog from my trip to the Kirby Cafe in Fukuoka! I wanted to challenge myself to make a vlog of my outing while minimizing both shooting and editing time as much as possible. This video isn't as much as a deep dive as my other travel videos tend to be, but I want to practice getting better at shooting short updates, and get faster at editing, so I might churn out one of these mini-vlogs every once in a while! I hope you don't mind!KIRBY CAFE HAKATAOnly in Canal City until February 24th 2020! Get your reservations in through the website (English friendly!)kirbycafe.jp/hakata〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル! http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesu Follow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！ http://www.twitter.com/ciaela Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_ http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
NO MORE DATING IN JAPAN - A Life Update Vlog Micaela ミカエラ 2020-02-11 | Sorry for the hiatus (again.)In this vlog I just wanted to talk about a bad dating experience I had here in Japan, and although I didn't explicitly say it in the video, I think it's pretty reflective of how hard it can be to date in a culture where you're constantly struggling with your own identity.I understand why the guy felt the way he did that day, because I've been there too. It's hard to be judged on appearances, and I think the further away you go from the central areas of Japan that seems to get magnified. But as someone who has lived in Japan longer, I also understand how the Japanese people feel, and while they definitely could use some training on how to handle situations where they're unsure of someone, I know they don't really mean to be as awkward as they are.In some ways I wonder when/how I became such a passive person, especially when dealing with conflicts when I have no reason to apologize. But that's a story for another day. Hope you're doing well! Share your unfortunate dating stories with me if you want! 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜 Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル! http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesu Follow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！ http://www.twitter.com/ciaela Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_ http://www.instagram.com/ciaela ☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :) ~Thank You For Watching ~
HOW TO VISIT: KYUSHU NATIONAL MUSEUM Micaela ミカエラ 2019-10-10 | In this video, Sonnie (http://www.youtube.com/sonnietravels) and I visit Kyushu National Museum in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. Follow us from Dazaifu Station to see how we get there, what we eat, and what we see during our trip!展示のご案内kyuhaku.jp/exhibition/exhibition_top.html文化交流展示室のご案内kyuhaku.jp/exhibition/exhibition_info01.htmlKyushu National Museum Official YouTube:youtube.com/user/kyuhakuchannelTwitter:twitter.com/kyuhaku_koho開館時間・休館日・観覧料等についてkyuhaku.jp/visit/visit_top.htmlCurrent Exhibitionskyuhaku.jp/en/exhibition/exhibition_top.htmlThe Cultural Exchange Exhibitionkyuhaku.jp/en/exhibition/exhibition_info01.htmlHours and Admissionkyuhaku.jp/en/visit/visit_top.html#01〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~#九博PR
Getting My Life Back / A Post-Breakup Vlog Micaela ミカエラ 2019-10-06 | This video was made kind of spontaneously and edited in my free time so it's all over the place, but follow me through a week of my life where I attempt to get back on top of all the things I've been neglecting while figuring myself out. 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Accessibility At Wakayama Castle and Ninja History at Eunji! Micaela ミカエラ 2019-09-29 | In this episode, we visit Wakayama Castle to see how the Ninja are assisting the community in a new way. I haven't seen many castles in Japan address accessibility, so this was a really cool thing to experience. Then we visit Eunji temple where I experience zen meditation, learn some history, and purchase my first ever Goshuin-cho -- a special stamp book you can use to collect personal signatures at shrines and temples with across Japan. 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Fukuoka Freedom Night Market | 福岡市にナイトマーケットが来た！ Micaela ミカエラ 2019-09-15 | Looking for things to do in Fukuoka City? Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop having fun. With comfortably warm nights continuing into Fall, there are still plenty of opportunities to go outside and enjoy public festivals and events in Fukuoka. Whether you’re just passing through the city or you’ve lived here for years, one of the events you can look forward to is the yearly night market, lighting up the downtown Nakasu District with red lanterns, starting in August, and occurring every weekend until the end of October.More Info: fukuoka-now.com/en/event/fukuoka-freedom-night-market-2019Friends!Rachel and Jun:http://www.youtube.com/rachelandjunhttp://www.youtube.com/junskitchenSonnie & Joe:http://www.youtube.com/sonnietravelsyoutube.com/hudiniogaming〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Life Update Vlog 久しぶりに投稿します Micaela ミカエラ 2019-08-31 | Take a shot every time I say headspace.Thanks for listening.New content soon.〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
INSIDE KYUSHUS LUXURY LINER - THE SEVEN STARS ななつ星の中から九州を体験する豪華な旅 Micaela ミカエラ 2019-04-12 | Last winter, I had the opportunity to tag along on a luxury Kyushu tour that included a few amazing ryokans, and the opportunity to spend a night on the coveted Seven Stars (Nanatsuboshi) luxury train that runs through Southern Japan.The video came late because it took months to get it approved, but I'm glad to finally be able to share it with you now. Here are some links if you're interested in learning more about the places shown in this video:Akizuki Spa Seiryuan (Japanese Website)http://www.seiryuan.comEnglish Booking Website:booking.com/hotel/jp/seiryuan.htmlThe Seven Stars In Kyushu Official Website:cruisetrain-sevenstars.jp/english/train(I know narration is nasaly and I'm a bit crusty in this video, I happened to get really really sick before we shot but I didn't want to cancel the trip, so I tried to power through. Hehe. )〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
KOKA NINJA TRAINING FAIL - 甲賀で忍者修行が大失敗？！！ Micaela ミカエラ 2019-03-06 | The episode where my pride plunges to an all-new low. This is the final video in a 6-part series about the Ninja villages and the ninja culture across Japan. Thank you to the Japan Ninja Association for sponsoring this series, for bringing me to all these fascinating places, and for giving me a new sense of humility.ninja-official.com/?lang=en〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
NINJA TRAINING IN IGA! Japans oldest and most famous Ninja Village! Micaela ミカエラ 2019-02-20 | In the second of this three-part series, we visit the biggest and most famous ninja village in Japan, in Iga! Although these attractions are made easy and fun for children, they are actually very interesting, and physically challenging, even for adults! 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
HISTORICAL NAGOYA! Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Ieyasu and Hattori Hanzos Ninja! 徳川家康と服部半蔵忍者隊を見に名古屋へ! Micaela ミカエラ 2019-02-03 | Long time no see! This year I'm kicking off with another short 3-video series exploring the history of Japanese ninja. Last year we learned that Ninja weren't exactly the way they are portrayed in modern day history, BUT by giving them this fun appearance, we are allowing this little-known part of history to become accessible to children, and stay relevant in today's society. In the next three videos we'll be looking at how the Ninja culture is being preserved and presented in modern day Japan. Starting with the Hattori Hanzo ninja team in Nagoya, their leader Tokugawa Ieyasu, and the crazy athletic performances they have co-ordinated for visitors.To learn more about the Hattori Hanzo Ninaj Squad, click here!http://ninja-japan.com/enCheck out their original movie using parkour techniques here:youtu.be/hOaelahNlhI〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
HOW TO VISIT: DAZAIFU TENMANGU SHRINE 太宰府天満宮に行ってみよう！ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-12-19 | A visit to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is a great day-trip if you're looking for a half-day excursion outside of Fukuoka City. Easily accessible by the Nishitetsu Train, the Dazaifu Area is a wonderful place to explore if you're looking to dive into ancient Japan and it's Shinto culture.Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu's (大宰府天満宮, Dazaifu Tenmangū) is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are dedicated to the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, a scholar and politician of the Heian Period. Because of his great learning, Michizane has been associated with Tenjin, a Shinto deity of education, and is popular among students.VISITING DAZAIFU: Official Website (English) http://www.dazaifutenmangu.or.jp/enAccess and Orientation: japan-guide.com/e/e4854.htmlKasanoya - The most popular place to get Umegae Mochi: tripadvisor.ca/ShowUserReviews-g325587-d1697027-r361165505-Kasanoya-Dazaifu_Fukuoka_Prefecture_Kyushu.html〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Posting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
OK SO TOKYO HAS A COUNTRYSIDE TOO? 首都圏にも田舎があるんだね！ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-11-28 | When most people think of Tokyo, they think of the crowded streets of Harajuku, Shibuya's busy crosswalk, sky-high towers and flashing lights, but did you know that Tokyo has a countryside too? Kim Dao, Norm of Tokyo Lens, and I went on a bus tour that took us through the "Greater Tokyo Area" and we learned that Tokyo is more than just crowds, people, and chaos.Check out some of the relaxing scenes from the Greater Tokyo Area, and maybe even pick up an idea for a day trip for yourself!Check out Kim Dao's video!youtube.com/watch?v=KNoznUn81FEAnd also Norm's:youtube.com/watch?v=K0l1T4mkDRo____________________________________________________________________Points of Interest In This Video:Seoto-No-Yu Spa:gotokyo.org/en/spot/397Junan Restauranthttps://www.tripadvisor.co.za/Restaur...Saruhashi (monkey bridge)https://en.japantravel.com/yamanashi/...Mount Takaohttps://tokyocheapo.com/lifestyle/out...___________________________________________________________________〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Follow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu____________________________________________________________________☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)Opening Tokyo Stock Footage Provided by:http://www.motionplaces.com ~Thank You For Watching ~#Tokyo #Travel #Asia
Life Update! I published an English book!? 嬉しい発表！英語の本を作りましたよ！？ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-10-29 | Hey guys! Here's just a little announcement to let you know what I've been working on outside of YouTube! Earlier this year, The Japan Times asked me to collaborate on an idea to create an "Instagram Phrasebook", with sample captions for photographs! Check it out on Amazon → amzn.to/2SsxbwEAll the photos are from my actual Instagram account, and the book includes tips for shooting, editing, apps for learning English, and even a special hashtag that users can use so that I can check their English on the platform! It's currently available at large book stores nationwide, and on Amazon Japan! 少し遅くなりましたが、発表があります！今年入ってからずっと内緒で作っていた、インスタが好きな方のための英語のフレーズブックが先週から発売開始になりました！アマゾンリンクはこちら！ → amzn.to/2SsxbwEこの本はジャパンタイムズ様とのコラボレーション作品です。分かりやすく、パッと開けるような、SNS用の英語フレーズブックをイメージしながら作りました！ イントロには、写真を撮るときのコツや、オススメの編集アプリなどを紹介しています。最後に、特別なハッシュタグも載せています。そのハッシュタグを使って投稿していただくと、私も、使った英語の文書をチェックしたり、写真に「いいね！」とつけたり、質問したりできます！ これから英語で投稿してみたい！と思っている方は是非使ってみてください！アマゾンリンクで本の内容がチェックできます！大きな本屋さんにも売っていると思いますが、見かけたら教えてくださいね！〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Exploring Deep Kochi with Sharla! アウトドアとアドベンチャー体験 in 高知！ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-10-17 | This is the second video, exploring deep Kochi with my good friend Sharla! We travelled to Kochi Prefecture on the island of Shikoku for the first time a few weeks back, and had a great time eating tons of delicious food, exploring the area by land and sea, and even getting our hands dirty in a metal foraging workshop!Check out Sharla's channel here!youtube.com/sharlainjapan＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊From September 1st, foreign visitors to Kochi Ryoma Airport who present their returning ticket and passport can participate in a special campaign. Kochi Prefecture's Hata District has many unexplored natural charms and experiences, so this is a perfect change to take advantage of this offer and come and see them for yourself! You can earn 10,000 yen cashback in the form of bus tickets and gift cards that can be used to travel around Kochi! For more details and proper validity of the campaign, check out the website below!VISIT KOCHI JAPAN CAMPAIGNhttp://visitkochijapan.com/special/vk...高知の情報をもっと詳しく知りたい方は下記をチェック！http://visitkochijapan.com＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Eating Kochi Prefecture With SharlaInJapan 高知の名物食べてみた！ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-10-13 | Sharla and I are visiting Kochi Prefecture, on the island of Shikoku! It's the first time for both of us to explore this region, and we are so excited to see everything it has to offer! In this video, I introduce some of the regional specialty food as we travel around during our trip. Have you heard of these special dishes before? Maybe you can come to Kochi and try them for yourself!Check out Sharla's video here!youtube.com/watch?v=g_k6PZkG3o8＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊From September 1st, foreign visitors to Kochi Ryoma Airport who present their returning ticket and passport can participate in a special campaign. Kochi Prefecture's Hata District has many unexplored natural charms and experiences, so this is a perfect change to take advantage of this offer and come and see them for yourself! You can earn 10,000 yen cashback in the form of bus tickets and gift cards that can be used to travel around Kochi! For more details and proper validity of the campaign, check out the website below!VISIT KOCHI JAPAN CAMPAIGNhttp://visitkochijapan.com/special/vkj_campaign/index.html高知の情報をもっと詳しく知りたい方は下記をチェック！http://visitkochijapan.com＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/mikaeradesu☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
JAPANESE RESTAURANT WALKTHROUGH！ A Japanese Language Guide For Eating Out!! 外食中に出て来る日本語！ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-09-27 | In this video, Mary and I attempt to walk you through the keigo and the common Japanese language used in restaurants, so that you can feel more confident exploring Japanese neighborhoods, and restaurants less likely to show up in foreign guidebooks! Hopefully you'll gain confidence in how to order in Japanese, too!This video was sponsored by Kirishima, Kyushu's most popular shochu (distilled liquor) brand! Check out their website to learn more about how to enjoy Shochu! Shochu culture sitehttp://www.kirishima-global.com/cu/enSpecial thanks to Mary for being a champ and joining me in this video! Please give her a warm welcome, and if you're interested in connecting with her, follow her on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/fukuokamayPHRASES USED IN THIS VIDEO:★Entering a restaurant ★何名様でしょうかNan-meisama deshoukaHow many people are there? 予約されていますかYoyaku sareteimasu ka?Have you made a reservation?★ Ordering ★お飲物からお伺いしてもよろしいですか？O-Nomimono kara o-ukagai shitemo yoroshii desuka?May I ask what you will have to drink?ご注文をお決まりでしょうか？Go-chumon wo o-kimari deshou-ka?Have you decided what to order?とりあえず、ビールを二つ！Toriaezu , biiru wo futatsu！First of all, two beer please.刺身の盛り合わせを２人前Sashimi no Moriawase wo ni-nin-maeAssorted Sashimi Plate for Twoこれを下さいkore wo kudasaiThis, please._____ を一つ！_____ wo hitotsu!One of _______!____ を ◯人前!____wo ____ nin-mae!以上でよろしいでしょうか？Ijou de yoroshii deshou ka?Is that everything?★ The Bill ★すみません！Sumimasen!Excuse me!お会計をお願いします！O-Kaikei wo onegai shimasu!The bill, please!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
WE GOT BACK TOGETHER!!?!?!? アフタヌーンの昼下がり復活！？ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-08-31 | We're back! Micchiy, ODA and I are back together and making new episodes of our old one-take bilingual conversation drama, "Afternoon No Hirusagari". Here is a short little blog telling you about the origins, where we went, and what we're doing now!Don't forget to subscribe to if you're interested in watching us mess around! We know our silly channel isn't for everyone! But you're welcome to come watch us be dumb together! You might pick up some new Japanese or English phrases along the way!http://www.youtube.com/afternoonhirusagari 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~#japanese #dayinthelife #japaneselife
I GOT MY LICENSE! LETS GO TO ITOSHIMA! 車の免許証ゲット！初ドライブは糸島！! Micaela ミカエラ 2018-08-19 | So, going back to the driver's exam, I really was nervous. I really did not think I would pass, and I left the entire week open so I could come back and take the test as many times as I needed to.... But miraculously I passed!? On my first try! I couldn't believe it. I wish I was ready for my license photo, I would have made my hair a bit nicer.Special thanks to http://www.kenjiko.or.jp for helping me make this series, and also for helping me get my full license in Japan, in just one month, with no prior driving experience whatsoever!Some places we visited in this video:Sunflower Cafe & Casual Restaurantfacebook.com/pages/Sunflower-cafecasual-restaurant/264563810222340Futamigaura Beach Itoshimatripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1769308-d1423877-Reviews-Sakurai_Futamigaura-Itoshima_Fukuoka_Prefecture_Kyushu.htmltripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1769308-d10317894-Reviews-Keya_Beach-Itoshima_Fukuoka_Prefecture_Kyushu.html〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Update! Studying For My Japanese Drivers Exam! 仮免ゲット！次は本番の試験？ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-08-12 | After a few weeks of going to driving school for 3-4 hours a day, I finally got my learner's permit! http://www.kenjiko.or.jpWith this, I can go on public roads in Japan, and practice driving in a realistic setting! All that's left now, is to buckle down and study for the final exam. Should I take the exam in English? In Japanese? I'm not sure! There are so many things to memorize!I hope I pass!〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Going To Driving School in Japan! (Getting A Japanese Drivers License!) Micaela ミカエラ 2018-07-25 | The secret is out! I'm getting my full driver's license in Japan! http://www.kenjiko.or.jpI’ve been going to Fukuoka Prefectural Driving School to get my license and it’s actually a lot of fun!? I don't know why I waited so long to get this done.I’ve always had a fear of driving and I was really worried I’d never pass in Japanese... (Okay I haven’t technically taken any exams yet so I can’t say I haven’t failed yet but) I was actually super relieved to know they have English textbooks and the tests can be taken in English too.The actual classes are all in Japanese though so I haven’t decided which language I’m going to take the tests in, but now that I’m actually going to the school I feel way more confident. Driving on the school course is so boring. I want to get out on the real roads. :oWhat's getting a driver's license like in your country? ;oSpecial thanks to Fukuoka-ken Jidosha Gakko for allowing me to shoot when most people aren't supposed to be/allowed to be shooting. I really really really appreciate everybody allowing me to share this experience! 〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~#japaneselife #drivingschool #自動車学校
Three More Years... そろそろ永住権？ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-06-12 | Visas can be one of the most stressful part of living in Japan. Today I talk about what's going on with mine, and my trajectory is leading at this point in time. After 13 years in Japan, will I live here forever? Will I aim for permanent residency? What is my current visa status? Click WATCH to find out!My "visa lawyer" (I actually call her a 行政書士 gyosei shoshi, but visa lawyer is much easier to understand.)Maico Ono http://www.visa-fukuoka.com^ If you are looking for options post graduation, beyond English teaching, are looking to transition into an investors, startup, or relatively obscure visa, or are in a tricky situation that isn't easily classifiable through online research, definitely send her an e-mail. This isn't sponsored at all, I've just used her for three years now, and she's the only person I consulted who didn't just tell me to get married because it was "easier". :) **Obviously this is for Fukuoka residents (and greater Kyushu), sorry I can't help recommend someone for Tokyo. But if you are looking, I encourage you to talk to multiple people before choosing who to go with.〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
How To Visit Nokonoshima | 花の島、能古島での過ごし方! Micaela ミカエラ 2018-05-31 | Summer is coming, and Fukuoka is one prefecture that is best enjoyed when you can spend time outside! Have you visited Nokonoshima yet? Now that it's getting warmer, this is one place I can recommend for a chill one-day getaway from the city. It isn't too far (only 10 minutes by ferry!), it isn't too expensive (less than 5 dollars round trip!), and whether you want to explore, hang out by the water, take photos, organize a picnic, or even just find a scenic spot to sit down and read a book, this island is the perfect place for a mini-adventure!最近暖かくなって、外で過ごしやすくなっていますね！ これからの暖かい時期に、能古島の日帰り旅がおすすめです！フェリーを乗ればたった10分でつく、博多港の中にある能古島！ 福岡市を少し変わった位置から見ることもできて新鮮ですよー！ You can learn more about Nokonoshima here!http://nokonoshima.com/en Instructions on how to get there: http://nokonoshima.com/en/accessSponsored by our amazing supporters over at Patreon. Thank you for believing in us and allowing us to make videos about our favorite places in Japan. Join the team:http://www.patreon.com/tatsumica〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
Will Rachel Like Fukuoka? レイチェルの初福岡！気に入ってくれるかな？ Micaela ミカエラ 2018-05-02 | Last week Rachel came down to visit Fukuoka, to see how she likes it. Knowing Rachel and what she likes, I tried my best to show her my favorite things around the area (not necessarily touristy things--just my favorites as a resident here.) We also took a day trip to Mifuneyama Rakuen, to catch the flowers blooming across the mountainside. You can see photos from that day on our instagram pages!Rachel:http://www.instagram.com/rachelandjunTatsu:http://www.instagram.com/tatsuphotosHere are a list of places we visited, in case you're looking for things to do in Fukuoka , too!Bibliotheque Tenjinhttp://www.bibliotheque.ne.jp/fukuokaSumire Select Shop Daimyo twitter.com/sumiredaimyoMifuneyama Rakuen (Flower Mountain)http://www.mifuneyamarakuen.jp/enEl Borracho Mexican Restauranttripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g298207-d7692260-Reviews-El_Borracho_Daimyo-Fukuoka_Fukuoka_Prefecture_Kyushu_Okinawa.htmlBakery & Restaurant Current facebook.com/Bakery-Restaurant-Current-159962257392090 Palm Beach Gardensfacebook.com/PALM-BEACH-the-Gardens-1297511403623275Rachel said she'd come back with Jun next time. Any suggestions on where we should take them? Let us know in the comments :))) If you're interested in life in Fukuoka City please subscribe to my channel! :-)〜*☆ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ☆*〜Second Channel/セカンドチャンネル!http://www.youtube.com/mikaeradesuFollow Me On Twitter/ツイッターでフォローしてね！http://www.twitter.com/ciaelaPosting Daily On Instagram/インスタグラムでフォローしてね！_http://www.instagram.com/ciaela☆ Music In Today's Video ☆ Provided By Epidemic Sound :)~Thank You For Watching ~
