Japan

Japanese Festival Food

Matsuris or Japanese festivals are well known for their parades and dashi musical float performances. But the real stars of the show are the delicious festival foods!

When to Visit Japan

Planning a trip to Japan can be overwhelming. With so many regions and seasons, writing an itinerary seems impossible! But don't worry, this video and article will give you the skinny on the best times to visit this exceptional country.

World's Busiest Intersection: Shibuya Crossing!

Today I’m showing you the spectacular Shibuya Crossing, a famous intersection in downtown Tokyo. This crossway is famous for being the busiest intersection in the world - Ten lanes of automobile traffic and five major crosswalks all converging at once!

Eating Giant Oysters in Japan!

Oysters the size of my hand? Oysters the size of my head? In this slurpy food exhibition Deanna Troy Travels tastes the famous giant oysters of the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo Japan! Next week Deanna will chow down on the famous sushi bowl breakfast of this well known fish market! Subscribe to Deanna for more Japanese food and tourist videos https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels

Vampire Cafe Tokyo

In this video, I finally live out all of my Twilight and True Blood fantasies by dining at Vampire Cafe in Ginza, Tokyo’s famous fashion district. I highly recommend this as a fantastic Tokyo Halloween activity or a fun Tokyo date night with your vampire-obsessed BFF or partner! They have vampire waiters, spiders on the ceiling, eyeballs in the drinks, and, despite being lifeless ghouls who feed on human blood, they were pretty good cooks!

How to Pray at a Shinto Shrine

Welcome to a Shinto Shrine, this is a Torii Gate, which purifies people as they enter the shrine. Learn from locals, and myself the correct way to pray at a Shinto Shrine. I did make one oops. Did you catch my error? Write my mistake in the comments below! Want more tips for visiting Japan?

Apartment in Tokyo Japan

Deanna Troy Travels gives a tour of her and her fiancé's Airbnb Tokyo studio apartment in the Ikebukuro area. The couple was on an extended vacation in Tokyo for 18 days and decided to stay in this private room with in-space washing machine and gas stove instead of a non-private dorm situation. They were pleased with their stay and recommend this location to groups of two or three visiting Tokyo. Here's the airbnb listing for this apartment: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/24028661?guests=1&adults=1

Mind-Blowing Japanese Ice Cream Flavors You Never Knew Existed!

Matcha Ice Cream? Soda Ice Cream? The Tsukiji Market in Tokyo is known for its fish, but you can also get some crazy Japanese ice cream flavors here too! Subscribe to Deanna for more Japanese food and tourist videos https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels

Best Tour of KIDDYLAND in Harajuku, Tokyo - Character Merch Haul (Featuring Nadine in Japan)

Best Tour of KIDDYLAND in Harajuku, Tokyo. This comprehensive tour of Kiddyland shows floor by floor what adorable, and kawaii character merch you can buy while visiting Tokyo, Japan! What character merch is sold at KIDDYLAND In Harajuku, Tokyo?........

Female Taiko Drummers

This is an all female taiko drummer performance that was held at the Tsukiji Honganji Bon Dance Festival. See my full vlog of that festival here: https://youtu.be/fSBcVY1zoD8

Cheapest Food in Tokyo

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KAWAII MONSTER CAFE in Harajuku Tokyo, Japan

This themed cafe in Harajuku took our breath away! Upon entering we were delighted by the kawaii decor reminiscent of Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory! We greatly enjoyed the all-you-can-drink set that included a free cake pop dessert. The Harajuku girls were extremely fun, nice and excited to be on camera. My favorite part of the night was dancing with the girls on the spinning disco cake stage! This place is a must-see for anyone who visits Tokyo!

Fukagawa Hachiman Festival (Tokyo, Japan)

Music video of the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival 2019! To see more videos from Japan click here: http://bit.ly/tokyovideos-deannatroytravels ~ This festival happens yearly around mid-August in the Tomioka Area of Tokyo, Japan. The Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri is one of the three biggest Edo festivals held in Tokyo, along with Sanja Matsuri and Kanda Matsuri. Also named the Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine Festival as the end of the parade ends at the Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine. This festival is a "mizu-kake matsuri" or water throwing festival! Around 500,000 visitors use buckets in small tubs to throw water at the parading mikoshi or portable shrines. Even the fire department sprays their hoses at the shrines! It's thought that the gods (in the mikoshi) enjoy a good summer soaking. The shrine carriers also enjoy the cooling water as temperatures in August in Tokyo can rise over 100 degrees Fahrenheit and the shrines can weigh up to 5,000 lbs. This festival is a blast and is not one to miss, it's also free and five days long, with the water throwing culminating on the last day. But beware, if you go, you will get wet!

Japanese Smoke Bath at the Sensoji Temple

What is a Japanese Smoke bath? At the Sensoji Temple complex in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan crowds partake in the Japanese custom of smoke bathing. Visitors bathe in this smoke, made by buddhist incense sticks as a way to purify themselves before entering the temple to pray. Fan the smoke towards your head or your heart to grant your wishes and desires. This holy smoke is known to heal all wounds and should be guided towards problem areas. Locals come with their families and even tourists can join in! Grant my wishes and desires by liking this video, and subscribing for more hot Tokyo tips!

Memory Lane Tokyo

Deanna Troy Travels engages in the nightlife of the famous Memory Lane Tokyo also cheekily called "Piss Alley". Through drinks, food closeups and merriment with new friends, from Deanna you'll learn what this tourist destination is really like, as well as it's interesting history!

Hachioji Festival (Tokyo, Japan)

This is a day-time video of the Hachioji Festival 2019. View the night of the Hachioji Festival 2019 here:https://youtu.be/adsbEZGalxk ~The Hachioji Festival is held for three consecutive days (and nights) in the first weekend of August near the JR Hachioji train station. About 800,000 visitors attend this festival each year! Hachioji Festival 2019 is happening 12 noon to 9 pm daily from Friday August 2 to Sunday August 4th. Here is the Hachioji Festival website for more information: https://www.hachiojimatsuri.jp/

Robot Restaurant Laser Light Show | Tokyo, Japan

Don't worry, watching this video won't give away any spoilers because they frequently change the show every couple of weeks! Unfortunately, the Robot Restaurant is temporarily closed because of the pandemic but we are all crossing our fingers that they can open again soon. In the meantime you can come over to Deanna Troy Travels on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels for the month of November and experience every part of the show and restaurant!

Don't do THIS during the Temizu or Chozu Ritual in Japan

In this video I show how How To and How NOT to do the Temizu or Chozu Ritual in Japan! The Temizu Cleansing Ritual and the Chozu Cleansing Ritual are important for purifying yourself at a Shinto shrine or Buddist temple. This video will show you the correct way to perform this sacred tradition in Japan. Here I am practicing this purification ceremony at the Sensoji Temple in Asakusa Tokyo Japan.

Nakamise Shopping Street Asakusa Tokyo Japan

Two minute insight into the best souvenir street in Tokyo: Nakamise Shopping Street Asakusa Tokyo Japan. Ninja stars, masks and "senbei" rice crackers are only a couple things this street has to offer. What souvenir will you get in Japan? Let me know in the comments!

Tsukiji Honganji Bon Dance Festival

Perfect event! Free, fun, inclusive and delicious food! There is a costume contest which inspires the best outfits and thousands of people all dancing in harmony. There are also taiko drum performances. View a video of a taiko drum performance from this event here: https://youtu.be/OecnN8WeQgo

Sensoji Temple Virtual Tour

Let's go on a Sensoji Temple Virtual Tour in, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan! This virtual tour lets you see all of this famous place without leaving your couch! Tour guide, Deanna Troy Travels gives you the layout and history of the Sensoji Temple while giving great tips for visiting! Plus she provides great resources which show more in depth each activity available at the Sensoji Temple Deanna Troy Travels has six videos total *(including this one) about how to pray, shop and spend your day at the Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan!

Mario Kart Tokyo

This activity is a MUST DO, for sure! Unfortunately you do need an international license to drive the go karts but I still had fun watching my friend drive the buggy, taking pictures in the costumes and getting a car ride tour of Tokyo! Ninja Jungle GP.'s buggies are really easy and safe to drive, as you saw my friend whose never ridden a motorcycle was able to do it. The owner is very nice and accommodating. He has all different character costumes available and he takes you to Tokyo Tower and Shibuya Crossing which are the two major tourist attractions in Tokyo. Overall if you happen to have an international license and you go to Tokyo I would do it! When else can you live Mario Kart IRL?

Harajuku's Food & Secrets - Part 1 (feat. Nadine in Japan)

See more videos in Harajuku, Tokyo with my full playlist of that district: http://bit.ly/harajukuhangouts-deannatroytravels - Here, Deanna Troy Travels and Nadine in Japan explore delicious desserts and secrets around Harajuku station. Follow their channels to see more food reviews and fabulous Japan fun! Here’s their channel links: https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels and https://www.youtube.com/c/nadineinjapan Yummy desserts delight the girls as they try the famous Harajuku Rainbow Cotton Candy (0:40) and Harajuku Takeshita Street Crepes (2:43). As they eat, they give insider tips on these two dainty desserts! Then a secret tax-free Harajuku store is revealed at the end (3:38).

Harajuku's Food & Secrets - Part 2 (feat. Deanna Troy Travels)

I had such a fun day showing Deanna Troy Travels some of the best foods & secrets of Harajuku Japan! These are our top 5 must-sees!! Make sure you also check out Deanna's video for part 1!

Hachioji Festival Night Street Market (Tokyo, Japan)

This is the night time of the Hachioji Festival, to see the day time of this famous Tokyo festival, click here: https://youtu.be/j9Bk4n7YIbg ~The Hachioji Festival is held for three consecutive days (and nights) in the first weekend of August near the JR Hachioji train station. About 800,000 visitors attend this festival each year! Hachioji Festival 2019 is happening 12 noon to 9 pm daily from Friday August 2 to Sunday August 4th. Here is the Hachioji Festival website for more information: https://www.hachiojimatsuri.jp/

What's in a Japanese garden?

What’s in a Japanese garden? Come explore with me the nature of Japan and learn what’s in a Japanese garden in . In here a tour guide leads us through a traditional Japanese garden in Asakusa, Tokyo and teaches us about different natural elements of the garden. We discuss pond shapes, koi carp fish and Gingko trees. What's your favorite part of Japanese nature?

Conveyor Belt Sushi

All about conveyor belt sushi restaurants! More Tokyo videos:http://bit.ly/totallytokyo - Conveyor belt sushi restaurants are common in Japan. They’re also called sushi train restaurants or, in Japanese, Kaiten-zushi (rotation sushi). Learn all about this fun rotating eatery experience throughout this tour in Tokyo, Japan. Comment down below what you learned from this video! Also comment what's your favorite type of sushi!

Kagaya Izakaya in Shimbashi Tokyo | 加賀屋

Tokyo's really wild and crazy bar called Kagaya is an experience like no other! See my other Tokyo videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLupawb160v0wV_mJvTm5BX9MHRiNLVnoB - Kagaya Stranger Than Fiction Bar Restuarant Review...The owner Mark, a very peculiar man that is like the Robin Williams of Japan, takes you on a journey of delicious foods (cooked by his mother in the kitchen), performance theater and mayhem! The owner requests that vloggers only show a "trailer" of his bar so as to not spoil the surprised of the night! I respected his wishes in this film and only show a sneak peak of the night! I highly recommend this themed restuarant. BUT be warned it is not a place for children. HAHA

Hidden Gems of Tokyo | Mutekiya and Kagaya Izakaya

What are the secret spots in Tokyo? In this video "Hidden Gems of Tokyo | Mutekiya and Kagaya Izakaya" Deanna Troy Travels discusses her two favorite hidden gems of Tokyo.

Sushi Bowl Breakfast in Tsukiji Market

Would you eat a sushi bowl at 9am? That's what they do in Tokyo, or maybe it's just a tourist gag! But either way the sushi bowls are delicious at the Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, Japan! In this video Deanna Troy Travels shows you this yummy breakfast speciality! Subscribe to Deanna for more Japanese food and tourist videos https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels

Moments in the Asakusa Area (Tokyo, Japan)

In this video, walk through the Asakusa area of Tokyo with me! Smell the rice crackers, see the rickshaws, hear the cicada! "Moments in the Asakusa Area (Tokyo, Japan)" by Deanna Troy Travels

Sushi Chain Restaurants in Tokyo

Sushi Chain Restaurants in Tokyo - These four chain restaurants are delicious and all over Tokyo! Which one is my favorite? You'll have to watch to find out! Check out my Totally Tokyo playlist with 20+ videos to help you plan your trip: http://bit.ly/totallytokyo

Robot Restaurant Samba Show | Tokyo, Japan

More of Robot Restaurant: http://bit.ly/totallytokyo -This video is of the Robot Restaurant Samba Show. This Samba festival and dance parade was the finale of the fabulous Robot Restaurant show in Tokyo, Japan! But don't worry, watching this video won't give away any spoilers because they frequently change the show every couple of weeks! Unfortunately, the Robot Restaurant is temporarily closed because of the pandemic but we are all crossing our fingers that they can open again soon. In the meantime you can come over to Deanna Troy Travels on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels for the month of November and experience every part of the show and restaurant as this video is the first of many! Happy Halloween Week Everyone! Enjoy the many costumes in this video! 👾 💛 Thank you for watching: "Robot Restaurant Samba Show | Tokyo, Japan"

Robot Restaurant Pre show and Lounge | Tokyo, Japan

Unfortunately, the Robot Restaurant is temporarily closed because of the pandemic but we are all crossing our fingers that they can open again soon. In the meantime you can come over to @DeannaTroyTravels on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/deannatroytravels for the month of November and experience every part of the show and restaurant!

Robot Restaurant Outside and First Looks | Tokyo, Japan

http://bit.ly/robotrestaurantvideos👈 The main show at Robot Restaurant! Here we tour the outside of the famous Robot Restaurant attraction in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Celebrities from Will Smith, to Gigi Hadid have visited this iconic location! Would you want to go to the Robot Restaurant? Let me know in the comments below!

Robot Restaurant Animal Battle | Tokyo, Japan

http://bit.ly/robotrestaurantvideos👈 All videos of the Robot Restaurant! This video shows the Robot Restaurant Animal Battle portion of the Robot Restaurant show! Lobsters, Pandas, Dinosaurs, Godzilla and more have an epic battle! Who will win? You'll have to watch to find out! This part of the show combines cosplay, animatronics, lasers and smoke to create an out of the ordinary battle royale entertaining for both adults and kids in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan!

Eating Sushi in Japan for the First Time

This mini vlog shows our first taste of sushi in Japan!http://bit.ly/totallytokyo - Here's all my Tokyo videos! I wanted it right away so I chowed down at the airport! Was it good? You'll have to watch to find out! HAHA! Subscribe to this channel for mini and long vlogs of traveling in Japan! Follow me on IG here https://www.instragram.com/deanna_troy_travels

Robot Restaurant Culture Show | Tokyo, Japan

http://bit.ly/robotrestaurantvideos👈 All videos of the Robot Restaurant! This video shows the portion of the show that reflects and pays homage to different aspects of Japanese culture. We went to the famous restaurant at the beginning of our trip before we learned so much about Japan's rich culture. So it's only now through editing the footage that I appreciate this portion of the show and recognize each symbol, instrument and dance! This video shows the Kitsune character popular in Japanese folklore, Taiko drummers and the "Wodori(Odori)" parasol dance done at traditional festivals! 🇯🇵