My husband and I were interviewed for Japanese TV on the Sunflower ferry last night headed to Beppu. When asked how we knew about the ferry, I mentioned this KZread page. It was our inspiration! We are Americans here on vacation. Thank you for all of your videos! 🇺🇸🇯🇵

@germyw

2 ай бұрын

That’s great. His videos are making me want to take that trip as well. Have fun. Stay safe.

@SoloTravelJapan

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for saying that! I hope you enjoyed the Sunflower song :)

@danb2400

2 ай бұрын

That song will be stuck in our heads forever. 😂

@RT-qd8yl

2 ай бұрын

@@danb2400 And in our hearts

@serenity6415

2 ай бұрын

@SoloTravelJapan recently, I was having an anxiety attack all day at work because, life... and this ridiculous, horrible song got stuck in my head and actually helped a lot. I kept singing it and I zoned out pretending I was on a ferry.

It's been a very heavy day. This is just what I need. I was scrolling for something and jumped at it. Those are the best creators, when you reflexively click on them without needing to choose

@Luthienara

2 ай бұрын

I agree with you so much! These videos are ones I search out after a long day, when you just want something calming & interesting to watch

@hazelhatswell4268

2 ай бұрын

@@Luthienara. Totally agree ❤️

@RT-qd8yl

2 ай бұрын

Hope you're doing well

@serenity6415

2 ай бұрын

@@Luthienara agreed. You might call them introvert therapy

@serenity6415

2 ай бұрын

@@RT-qd8yl Thank you, that's very kind of you

I spat my coffee when you said broccoli salad😁

@shoshanamichaelia9739

2 ай бұрын

Hahaha 🤣😂

@CopiousDoinksLLC

2 ай бұрын

I just like to imagine the look on the attendant's face when he was grabbing that single solitary broccoli out of the tray. "Goddamn KZreadrs..."

@ThemiddlechildKMG

2 ай бұрын

😂ha ha ha!

@Deletemyaccount2023

2 ай бұрын

!!

@davidsavage6227

2 ай бұрын

The broccoli salad made me laugh, too. :)

Always that one lonely, tired sprig of broccoli. How I look forward to it every time. Je suis broccoli...

I am always awed by the volume of food you can eat. You definitely belong to the clean-plate-club.

@johnwely

17 күн бұрын

Hes not bad on the tooth is he !

🎶Sunflower🎶Sunflower🎶 Oh...Wait...

@lakesq2056

2 ай бұрын

lol ... me, too!!

@lisasamuelson8774

2 ай бұрын

Your comment made me giggle 🤭

@elteescat

2 ай бұрын

Grrrrr! 🤣

@desdicadoric

22 күн бұрын

Oh that song! 😂😢

I would probably spend most of the voyage in that bathtub and only come out for meals.

@PeachWookiee

2 ай бұрын

You and me both! Are they okay with a passenger bringing her own bath products?

@SiberiaDreams

7 күн бұрын

🔥 With lots of books. And no talking.

With your curry experience points, you gain a level! Level 12 curry expert.

14:49 - I laughed out loud. Thank you for your amazing videos. The small points of humor is one of my favorite parts of your style.

I've probably watched every video you've put out over the past couple of years, and I still don't know how you haven't run out of ferries to try out!!!

As a Canadian, who's never travelled internationally, I often forget how long Japan is. It might not be the widest country but it sure can take a while to go from north to south...

@gael8502

2 ай бұрын

In comparison with size of Canada, Japan is small country) What city you from?

@desdicadoric

22 күн бұрын

Canada is as wide as all out doors as the Simpson’s would say

I'm an Irish subscriber and I just love your travel adventures it's my dream to visit Japan some day ❤

The best thing in japan is that everyone cares about each other. Thats so comforting and i love that... pls stay that way japan :)

@RT-qd8yl

2 ай бұрын

I do really admire that

I love that bit where you were just wandering around an empty ship at 12 in the morning looking at all the closed shops. Moments like those are great when they happen.

@SiberiaDreams

7 күн бұрын

Totally. His videos are mesmerizing. Does he know?

Sendai Harbour looks good. Japan has worked hard at restoration from 3/11

"Brocolli Salad." 😂

Five kinds of curry on one ferry? They definitely knew the Prince of Curry was coming! And I'd say you gained enough experience points to reach a new curry level.

I love how you kept reassuring us over the small dinner 😊

Some parts of the video, it felt as if you were the only person on the ship.

@luke144

Ай бұрын

It's illegal in Japan to film in the public. You have to get permission from everyone you film so I'm sure that's why it looked empty.

Ishikari is a lovely ship, and the food looked fabulous, especially all the curry. 😊 Thanks for taking us along.

Very nice. Thank you. (I currently live in Texas, but grew up in Minnesota, I love that Japan has snow... cool!)

@patrickinottawa27

2 ай бұрын

Do you know there are ski resorts in Africa? True, some of the countries have high enough elevations they have snow. Some countries actually have snow plows. There are pics on Google of leopards in game preserves covered in snow. Teens in South Africa having snowball fights. It's amazing what the world has to offer.

There is a part of me that keeps thinking you'll have a friend jump out and make an 'AAHH!' sort of sound when you open the door, right after you ask us if we're ready. 😁

こんにちわハク。 雪が降ったら、もう北海道ですね。ははは ハクは食べられるだけの食べ物を食べるのに40時間あります。飛行機のフライトや空港のファーストクラスラウンジよりも優れています。 冷蔵庫が空で、素敵なグラスセットとアイスペールをくれるのに、シャンパンのボトルがないのが残念です。ブーブー 北海道でペンギンを見るのは初めて。 ああ、なんてことだ、あなたは私を大声で笑わせてくれました。もう一杯食べられるのに、なぜデザートを食べるのですか？ オーマイガッシュ、とても面白かったです!! 底知れぬお腹のハク。 そして朝食には、お決まりの味噌汁と白米に加えて、さまざまな食品、グロリアスフードをご用意しています。ああ、いいえ、カレーを閉じ込めてください、ハクはこの航海に乗っています。 ああ、いいえ、カレーを閉じ込めてください、ハクはこの航海に乗っています。

@elteescat

2 ай бұрын

Oh no! We need more curry! We must supply enough curry to fill the bottomless black hole or the entire universe will be swallowed! More curry! More curry! Hurry! 🤣🤣

A sailor loves the waves of the sea Yes, the sound of the waves When the storm shakes mast and train Hear the roar of storms

You’re probably way too young but there used to be an American commercial for ice melt that had the “walk like a penguin” phrase in it. You reminded me about it when you were on the open deck lol. Great video as always. ❤

Suite? Sweet! I love all of STJ's videos, but the ferry ones are my favorites. Especially when he books the nice rooms!

Your suite gave me serious Star Trek vibes lol. Definitely looked comfortable!

That looks sooo cold. Hey, a chair with no arms. Even this "man of extra dimension" would be comfortable. That first meal looked so good I don't even mind it was curry-less.

Wow, 5 curries in 2 days, heaven for some. This might one one of my favorite ships, I like the light colors. It makes things feel more open and calming to me. I liked the room a lot, spacious enough but not too much for one person.

Japan: Greatest country and culture ever. Evidence everywhere on this simple video. Thanks for posting. Cannot wait until I retire there.

You definitely get hungry on these trips. Yee haw!!!

Oh yeah…..good timing. Just got back from a 7 night cruise and I’m so sad to be ashore. This makes me feel so much better!!!

@jessicanippes1730

2 ай бұрын

Where have you been?

That ferry trip looked better than the cruise you recently took. Plus plenty of curry to try - win/win for you STJ-san. Look after yourself ❤️🇬🇧

I look forward to seeing the food every video

When I was in the Navy our carrier went through a typhoon and I loved it. Wish I could have been on this trip. 😊

One of my favorite ferry trips. Great price and suite! Thank you, STJ! 😍👏🥰👍 私のお気に入りのフェリー旅行の 1 つです。お得な料金とスイート！ STJさん、ありがとうございました！ 😍👏🥰👍

Omg thank you my friend I really enjoy your videos much love be safe have fun live life to the fullest ❤❤

Wouldnt the gift shop have Dramamine? I love checking out the food you choose. Looked good. Do they ever serve pancakes, waffles or french toast on those ferries?

@jaynestrange

2 ай бұрын

I think the gift shop on a ferry could make a lot of money selling motion sickness pills, ginger tea, peppermints . . . I'm sure a lot of people would want them on a boat.

What a lovely suite you had there, looked comfortable and spacious.

The broccoli salad looked a bit lean.

@bwanadave76

2 ай бұрын

It was still too much broccoli!😄

Thank you for these videos. I hope they bring you lots of joy

It's so cool&exciting👍👍

Butter chicken curry is excellent

That cruise ship looks a little pretty.

Another great ferry movie!! Great cuisine, great waves, great suite and great everything else! Oh yes, the great curry!

Beautiful ship. I don't get sea sick but get a massive headache on trains and busses.😁

This brings warm memories of my multiple ferry trips between Beppu and Osaka. I am a happy solitary traveler who enjoys reading a book on the ship, or striking up a conversation over beers. Those were among my favorite times in Japan, and I encourage everyone to try it.

I love Japan, i used to visit alot. Beef curry, all those delicious pickles, the rice, the people too were so kind and helped me discover your lovely country

What a treat to have an extra long STJ ferry boat video! 🎉 Thanks for always traveling, STJ

You have great videos. My son moved to Matsue and I can't wait to visit and try a couple of ferries. Your food videos are giving me great trip ideas too! Thanks 😀

I love watching your videos especially the food you are posting👍👍

Hahaha "Broccoli salad" made me laugh. I love your videos. They are very calming to me. Thank you for posting!

Amazing video

I liked the fanfare as you went into the room, I thought you’d won a medal in the Olympic Games 😂

You are not eating enough to keep you warm.

What a wonderful trip. I liked the two windows. Thank you for taking me along, I had a fun ride😊😊

0:49 Thank you for using a more zoomed-out map. It really helps provide context.

This ferry is really big. Very nice inside, comfortable .Food looks really delicious as well. Thanks for sharing this . 🙂

How cool is this! Omg! Thanks for the adventure! : )

This was delightful. I am a NY Italian lady, aged 75, a lifelong fan of all things Japanese. I liked this video so much, especially the food. And I am SO glad you didn't keep us in suspense about the butter chicken curry. LOL

You know, your description and amount of "salad" is identical to mine.

I loved the Suite, which has two windows. Have you ever considered standing behind the curtains at night with no light on the camera to see what you can see in the Ocean? I guess you preferred the European Curry. The Keema Curry looked like a "chilli" or meat stew. Glad the sea wasn't too rough since you forgot the Meds, but the waves were "Baby" ones. LOL 😂😂

@SoloTravelJapan

2 ай бұрын

Yes I have. I tried it when there was moonlight :)

@trudiethomas656

18 күн бұрын

Hello wonder how many travelers are on the ship? Do people use the movie place etc?

Thank you for the excellent video! As an American citizen I was not aware ferries could be so large, and it was a enlightening and funny story. My dream is to be able to travel like this!

Aww, I love broccoli so much 😂 The sesame curry sounded very good, would love to try. Thank you for a great video ❤

Beautiful ❤

Looks like a comfortable room to enjoy your trip.

Thank you Solo Travel Penguin 😊 A lovely looking suite and so much curry too.😊 But i'll pass on the bottle of sweat 😂

Thank you thank you thank you. What a fabulous trip!

And thank *you* for another gorgeous and delicious video!

My man! I love your appetite!😄 Also laughed out loud at "My deer?"!🤣

Very beautiful ship great meal

It seems like a very calming and relaxing trip

Best videos on YT 😊👍

I love that in Japan they give you slippers and nightwear. Back in 2017 i went to Tokyo to visit my sister and her family (they were Americans teaching english) and on the flight home while waiting to board my Japan Airlines flight back to Dallas Texas, out of curiosity I asked how much to upgrade to business class. It was less than $400 😮 I've never handed my credit card over so fast! I mean it was 15 hour flight. Best decision ever! They trested me like a queen! And still to this day my Japan Airlines slippers and pajamas, i got on that flight, go on every trip i take. I love them so much 😊

another awesome video

The more and more you share the curries on your channel, the more I have a good reason why I would like to visit Japan one day

The food from The Santorini restaurant on this ferry appears better than the food than the food on the MSC Bellissima.

@bwanadave76

2 ай бұрын

👍👍

@juliawigger9796

2 ай бұрын

Anything better than MSC😂

Thank you so much for this now we are planning a trip there just to ride the ferry. We will be traveling from the United States this will be a great trip for us...

What a cool trip. Thank you so much for doing these as we live in the middle of America. We appreciate your knowledge of the pricing and the actual video of the rooms and the food. Great job!

Your video's always make me hungry. Too many shots of lovely meals;-) I really do enjoy your channel.

Watched a video the other day and - There you were! Nice to see the face that went with the videos!

@kurofune.uragabay

2 ай бұрын

Wha?... I mean..., *_wha?_* Where? details please

@user-sz6ll9np7j

Ай бұрын

@kurofune.uragabay are you Solo Japan? Was positive that's what it said. Solo never shows his face so was surprised. Was this not you? If it wasn't, I apologize.

Lovely video as always! Thanks for also having on point sock selection :)

Hello from Massachusetts in the US. I just found your channel and am enjoying your content tremendously! I'm your newest subscriber. Thank you!!!!😊😊😊

I love how you enjoy your food!! ♥️🙏

The atmosphere of these videos is impeccable. The yogurt looks as if he is trying his best.

Great trip. And yeah, my man doing Curry party onboard, even though forgot bringing seasick medicine. Overall great cabin choice for long distance ferry trip like this. Yeah, for addition, ship who passing Pacific Ocean always got crazy wave and rougher sea, especially during bad weather.

This was a very relaxing pleasant 2 day trip. Such a lovely room and great views via the 2 sets of windows. Good choice of foods but far more than I could eat for sure. I'm not a cruise person but I think I could do this. Thanks for the voyage. Bushyboy Oz

Can't believe the size of that tub and bathroom.

do you think they would let you move your bed into the restaurant ? Then it would just save time so you can eat more.

I always enjoy your videos. Please keep them coming. And a BIG thumbs 👍 up.

And now I'm hungry again. The cabin looked very nice!

Broccoli 'salad'... looks like you took one stalk of broccoli...

I also ask for a single piece of broccoli with my meals! Lol. :) Wonderful video. If I ever get to travel there, I'll be trying this ferry out.

I love the little broccoli that was the 'salad' on your plate haha. This room was really nice, too! It looked really comfy and spacious and clean. Glad it wasn't too bad on you this time with the waves. Another great video, Solo-san!

Beautiful ferry! The suite looked comfortable and nice. The curry and the roast pork looked so good. Thanki you for sharing your travels with us!

I really feel like I have been in a trip with your videos, thank you for sharing. You were also very funny😊

Thank you , that was so enjoyable ❤❤❤

They definitely knew you were coming with all the different curry’s, lol. Maybe they should rename this ferry the curry ferry. Love watching all your travels.

Great information

I'd love to take my wife on a cruise one day, but being someone who gets seasick on floating piers, sea sickness meds will be essential! Great video, mate!