On The Road with Soul

03/09/2026

Planning a trip to Tokyo? Tokyo is one of the most vibrant, fascinating, and efficient cities in the world, but navigating it for the first time comes with a steep learning curve.
Below is an official travel guide covering the essential logistics, budget tips, and unwritten cultural rules to help you make the most of your journey.

🎥 Watch the Full Tokyo Travel Guide: https://youtu.be/UtrmEqgFQdEEssential
Transport Card: Download a digital Suica card directly into Apple Wallet before landing or top it up with cash at local ATMs.
It works seamlessly across subway lines, buses, and convenience stores.
Navigating Stations: Major hubs like Shibuya and Shinjuku connect JR, Metro, and private subways under one roof.
Follow overhead signs closely to avoid getting turned around. Identification: Japanese law requires foreign tourists to carry their physical passport at all times.
Police perform random checks, and a phone photo will not suffice to avoid fines.
Garbage Disposal:Public trash cans are virtually nonexistent across parks and public areas. Always carry a small plastic bag and dispose of your waste at convenience stores.
Public Transit: Keep conversations quiet on trains and refrain from taking phone calls to respect personal space.
Onsen Bathing Etiquette: Wash and rinse your entire body thoroughly at the shower station before entering shared hot spring baths. Swimwear is strictly prohibited—you must be completely unclothed.
Footwear Protocols: Remove outdoor shoes when entering homes, hostels, and traditional venues. Switch to designated bathroom slippers when using the restroom, and swap back out when leaving.

Expenses: Budget travel in Tokyo is highly attainable—expect food costs around €30–€40 ($32–$43) per day and public transport around 1,000 JPY (~€6/$6.50) daily.
Tipping & Table Charges: Tipping is not practiced. Note that traditional pubs (izakaya) charge a non-negotiable table fee called otoshi, which includes a small appetizer.
Avoiding Scams: Exercise caution in nightlife districts like Kabukicho, Shinjuku, or Shibuya.
Avoid street touts offering cheap "all-you-can-drink" bar packages, as they frequently lead to hidden charges.
Top Recommended ExperiencesSkip expensive observation decks like Tokyo Skytree in favor of free panoramic views at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku.
Visit the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum to explore historic architecture that inspired Studio Ghibli films.
Experience local culture through traditional calligraphy workshops or morning sumo wrestler practice sessions.

📺 See all these spots and tips in action: https://youtu.be/UtrmEqgFQdE

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09/04/2026

South Korea is a country where ancient traditions, futuristic cities, and intense modern history collide. If Seoul isn’t on your travel bucket list yet, it needs to be! 🇰🇷✈️
I just dropped a new vlog breaking down the ultimate Seoul itinerary, and we experienced a little bit of everything.
Here is what we got up to:
🏯 Stepping back in time: Exploring the stunning 14th-century Gyeongbokgung Palace and wandering through the paper-walled tea houses of Bukchon Hanok Village.
🧊 Cultural immersion: Surviving my first traditional Korean Sauna (Jjimjilbang)—the freezing "ice room" is no joke!
🪖 The DMZ Tour: We took a surreal journey to the Demilitarized Zone, went deep underground into the 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, and stood just 300 meters from the North Korean border.
🚇 Traveler Tips: I also shared my essential tips for navigating Seoul's massive public transit system like a local.
Whether you are actively planning a trip to Korea or just need some major wanderlust today, you can watch the full adventure here:
👉 https://youtu.be/-4eW9Zi8SlY

Question for my fellow travelers: What would be at the top of your Seoul itinerary—relaxing in a traditional Hanok village or exploring the intense history of the DMZ border? Let me know in the comments! 👇

Join me as we dive deep into the ultimate Seoul travel itinerary. We start by stepping back in time at the stunning Gyeongbokgung Palace and wandering the ae...

23/02/2026

Hiroshima shows us exactly what happens when humanity loses its way.

This was undoubtedly one of the most heartbreaking episodes I’ve ever had to film. I’ve always been strictly anti-war. We have the intelligence and the capability to collaborate, to protect our ecosystems, and to build a beautiful world for future generations. Yet, places like Hiroshima force us to confront the devastating consequences of our own destructive nature.

I invite you to check out this episode. We’re diving deep into Hiroshima’s history, uncovering essential places to explore, and shedding light on stories that will change the way you see the world.

Watch the full journey here:

08/10/2025

08/10/2025

✈️ I thought Japan would just be temples, sushi, and neon lights…

But then I walked through Kyoto’s ancient Torii gates and felt time stop.
Then Osaka hit me with noise, lights, and energy that felt alive.

I didn’t expect this trip to change the way I see travel — but it did.

🇯🇵 UNBELIEVABLE JAPAN ADVENTURE: Kyoto → Osaka

From sacred temples to capsule hotels, from peaceful tea ceremonies to chaotic street food nights — this journey showed me the real Japan.

🎥 Watch the full story on YouTube 👇
🔗 https://youtu.be/mGYuyXXR0KM?si=8ouMM_37AN1x8btH

💬 Tell me — would you rather spend a day meditating in Kyoto’s temples or exploring Osaka’s neon streets at night?

What if Japan wasn’t as expensive as you think? Join me as I uncover the real Kyoto and Osaka — beyond the tourist spots — in this immersive travel vlog thro...

30/09/2025

🌌 Ever wondered what it feels like to climb above the clouds… dizzy, breathless, chasing a dream through fog and falling rocks?

I set out with no plan, little sleep, and only one goal: reach the top of Mt. Fuji. ⛰️

What happened on the way up — and down — surprised even me.
There were vending machines on the summit, strange encounters in the dark, and moments where I wasn’t sure if I’d make it back at all…

Want to see how it really went? 🎥
👉 Watch my journey here: https://youtu.be/YkSMAkNJ_F8?si=nGbCrMz_vcqFgJGv

Climb Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak (3,776 m), in stunning 4K quality! In this travel vlog, I share my full journey from Tokyo to the 5th Station and all ...

02/09/2025

Mountain villages, medieval castles, thriving cities and more.