man having locals show you around is freaking sick

not sure how to explain this but I feel like getting to know the locals in another country opens up so much perspective. like getting a little sneak peek of how completely different life is for everyone. it’s the most satisfying and fulfilling part of traveling for sure

Who is this woman and what did she do to Jodi?! That said, I'm so glad we're getting these vlogs. I was going to be in Japan around the same time if border restrictions got lifted. At least I get to live that dream out vicariously through you lol

Note: I've heard this quote before, I don't know where it's from and it says "Never mistake tourism for Immigration" so before you move anywhere always do research and find out from others who migrated to see how it is as forigners living as residents

I’m really happy that you were able to take this trip and remove yourself from “normal” life for a while. Traveling like this puts a lot into perspective, and I had many similar realizations when I went to Japan, too. Quality of life is so important.

hi Jodi, I just wanted to say it kind of broke my heart when you said you don’t feel at home, at home. But its like you said, there are pockets of safety all around. So, I really hope that you continue to find those pockets of safety <3 keep making the good content you’ve been making with no regrets <3

Her smile when she said she is gonna drink responsibly 😂. She knew she was gonna have a wild night. Love this vlog ❤

im living vicariously thru yall, I love Japan

Honestly what you said about loving Japan because you feel safe is one of the reasons why I would love to move to Asia. Although it is still dangerous to be alone in Asia, it is MUCH safer than being in the US at least in terms of feeling safe to do things. Love ya Jodi and these Japan vlogs were AMAZING!

These types of vlogs are my guilty pleasure. Thanks for the dopamine.

I say, don't waste the opportunity you're given. Streaming is very niche and being successful even more, make the most of it so one day you can settle down wherever you want. Not many people have the chance to be this successful and you should embrace and never take it for granted. It's one of the few jobs where you can truly work hard for a decade or two (some streamers even less) and be good for life, compare to most other jobs and you can see how its a true blessing. Love your content.

so happy for you had great time in Japan cuz I’m Japanese.

Your new friends are look so kind☺️

i love the drunk transitions lmao

Looks really peaceful there. I crave that type of quietness in my daily life.

i had the same culture shock feeling when i came home to the US from a longer trip in Japan haha... it was quite the wake up call.

as someone from nyc, i also feel so unsafe here and it sucks. i always wanna go out by myself and enjoy time by myself but i get followed by creeps in my own fucking neighborhood and dont even feel safe being a few blocks away :/ it sucks.. being able to sit in a park by urself and read without constantly worrying sounds great

jodi i literally felt the same way when i went to korea a few months ago, felt safe & happy, and then coming back to the states was major reverse culture shock lol. hope i can visit japan next!! <3

also manifesting a japan haul 🕯

There's just something about walking cities. I felt a lot better about my surroundings in NYC and DC when I traveled there for the first time this spring. I would love to move to New York someday.

Lived in SoCal all my life and prefer places out of the city, but in LA I'd recommend:
• LA State Historic Park - Quiet, nice, and spacious + has a snack shack. Closes at sunset, often bc of night events (movie screenings, concerts, etc.), but tickets are available in advance.
• DTLA (especially Arts District, Little Tokyo, & Chinatown) - Nice areas to walk around to shop or eat + near Union Station. Noise level depends on where you're at though.
• Echo Park - It has a lake and is in the center of surrounding neighborhoods while also close to main streets with shops.

The song at 6:26 gave me flashbacks I didn't even know I had