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See Japan your way: this 3 week Japan itinerary takes you from Kyushu to Honshu to Hokkaido. It's realistic, scenic, and perfect for first-timers or repeat visitors.

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Explore a detailed 2-week Japan itinerary for Honshu island, covering Tokyo, Osaka, Nara, and more with travel tips and major attractions.

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A 5-day Hokkaido itinerary with tips on the best time to visit, transportation options, and exploring without a car — through our eyes.

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Plan your perfect Kyushu itinerary with this 7- or 10-day guide to Japan’s southernmost island. Discover the best time to visit, top destinations like Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Mount Aso, plus tips for exploring Kyushu without a car. Find travel logistics, transport options, and hidden gems to make your trip unforgettable!

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Discover the stunning artistry of Japan's Kogei artisans with the Pokémon x Kogei Exhibition in Kanazawa! From ceramic plates to interactive installations, get up close and personal with your favorite Pokémon. Join us for a review of this unforgettable exhibition that showcases the incredible skill and creativity of Japan's craftsmen and artists, and learn how traditional techniques are incorporated into modern art forms.

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Want to experience Japan without going broke? From cozy karaoke stays to cheap eats and budget-friendly trains, here’s how to save money in Japan without draining your wallet!

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The Fabryk

We went up to Hokkaido (北海道) for the last leg of our Japan 🇯🇵 trip and were completely blown away. We have traveled a lot, so giving the title to Hokkaido as 'one of our favorite places in the world 🏆' was no easy endeavor, but it soon shot up to the top of the rankings. 

Watch as we explore Sapporo, as well as central Hokkaido (Furano, Biei, Mount Asahidake, etc.) using only public transportation 🚌 and….beach cruisers 🚲. Throughout the 5 day itinerary in Hokkaido we come across breath-taking nature, best karaoke friends, onsens galore, foot blisters, and...hokkaido cherry blossoms (which we were too late for in other parts of Japan). 

In conclusion: Hokkaido is pure bliss 😍.

Enjoy beautiful people!

Chapters:
00:35 - To Sapporo We Go ✈️ (Local Food, Coldness, Cherry Blossoms 🌸)
04:47 - To Furano We Go 🚌 (Wine, Hotel Onsens, Free Ramen 🍜)
11:35 - To Shirogane We Go 🚴‍♀️ (Beach Cruisers, Green Tea, Blue Ponds 💙)
18:57 - To Biei We Go 🚴‍♀️ (Hoes, Ghost Village, Karaoke Friends 🎤)
23:04 - To Mt. Asahidake We Go 🚌 (Snowshoeing and Foot Blisters 🦶)
30:00 - Back To Furano We Go 🚴‍♀️ (Weird Parks, Spritzes, and More Karaoke 🎤)
36:46 - We ❤️ You Hokkaido (Highlights)

#HokkaidoAdventure #JapanTrip #SapporoExploration #CentralHokkaido #Furano #Biei #Mountains #PublicTransportation #BeachCruisers #NatureWonders #Travel #japanculture #offthebeatenpath #北海道 #日本

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5 DAY HOKKAIDO ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/hokkaido-in-five-days-itinerary
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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Hokkaido Travel Guide: Best Places in Hokkaido, Japan 🇯🇵

Join as we make our way through the most southerly of the four largest islands in Japan, Kyushu (also known as 九州). In this video, we didn't just (not) visit abandoned islands or spend exorbitantly on accidental first class tickets, but we located the gates of hell (or less dramatically, we found what is known the "hells" in Kyushu). 

This is Fabio's favorite place in Japan, so sit back, relax, and hopefully don't go to hell, you sinner, you!

#japan #japantravel #kyushu #nagasaki #kumamoto #beppu #mountaso #hashimaisland #japanculture #japanesefood #japanvlog #karaoke #gaytravel #lgbtq 

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NAGASAKI ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/nagasaki-japan-travels
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
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Kyushu: The Japanese Island You Haven't Discovered (Yet) 🇯🇵

🎌 Looking for Tokyo's hidden gems? So were we! Instead of following the typical tourist guide, we set out on our own adventure to uncover the 10 unmissable spots in Tokyo, handpicked by us:

Timestamps
00:36 Lose yourself in the bustling Shibuya crosswalk.
01:53 Indulge in Rolling Sushi and fermented soybeans, Nato.
02:16 Visit a Cat Cafe.
03:05 Explore the vintage Tokyo Tower and its Oktoberfest and try Sake!
05:36 Savor lunch deals.
06:05 Discover a lesser-known shrine.
07:01 Your favorite Anime-themed museum.
07:25 Japanese Karaoke.
08:05 Hop on the Sumida River cruise.
09:18 The National Museum in UENO Park

If you enjoyed our Tokyo adventure, don't forget to give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and hit that notification bell. 🇯🇵👋 

#TokyoAttractions #CityTop10 #Japan #Tokyo #Catcafe #Catlovers #Sushilovers #Shibuya #Flashmob #TokyoTower #Oktoberfest #JapaneseOktoberfest #Shrine #FoxShrine #Bandai #DragonBall #SailorMoon #Pokemon #VersaillesNoBara #LadyOscar #Anime #Tamagochi #Sumida #TokyoCruise #Tokyomuseum #UenoPark #ParkUeno

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If you want to know more about Japan, check out our blog:

5 DAY HOKKAIDO ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/hokkaido-i...
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET -https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money...
NAGASAKI - https://thefabryk.com/blog/nagasaki-j...

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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN ASAP
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
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Top 10 Must-See in Tokyo: Our Favorite Spots in Tokyo 🇯🇵

We managed to get our hands on the 7-day Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) before it goes through a massive price increase later this year (source: https://bit.ly/3okMPiz), and we definitely took advantage of it…cutting off a huge amount of expenses and time by allowing us to ride the shinkansens (Japan's super ridiculously fast and efficient bullet trains 🚄) across Honshu island. Without it, we wouldn't have managed to sleep in a karaoke room in Hiroshima, get vertigo in one of Osaka's weirdest towers, and become best friends with ravenously hungry deer in Nara. Tune in for Part I of II of our Japan Rail Pass experience. You can find Part II here (https://youtu.be/7RX6Mxj7Vpg)

00:21 - Hiroshima ("Night"-seeing, Sleeping in Karaokes, Miyajima Island Sleepwalking) 
06:05 - Osaka (Sushi, "Wet" Tower Vertigo, Gay bar)
09:45 - Nara (Deer EVERYWHERE, Shrines, More deer)

#本州 #gaytravel #digitalnomadspirit #JRPass #JapanRailPass #BulletTrainAdventures #ShinkansenExperience #JapanTravel #HiroshimaKaraoke #NaraDeer #BudgetTravel #TimeSaver #RailwayJourney #TravelJapan #ExploringHonshu #AdventuresInJapan #JRPassExperience #WanderlustJapan #TravelMemories #KaraokeFun

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ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET -https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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Get a JR Pass before it is freaking (more) expensive:
https://japanrailpass.net/en/
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Karaoke where you can BYOB and sleep:
Manekineko - https://www.karaokemanekineko.jp/en/
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GETYOURGUIDE TOURS FOR SOME PLACES WE VISITED
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Nara (land of the deer) - https://bit.ly/3OAfZoz
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN ASAP
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/4348pXc
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NOMAD INSURANCE:
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Is the Japan Rail Pass Worth It? (Honshu Vlog 🇯🇵) | Pt. 1

In this video, we channel our #brokebackmountain or Brokeback Volcano 🌋 experience by heading up to the #kawaii crater town of Mt. Aso in #kyushu #Japan 🇯🇵. Mt. Aso is Japan's largest active volcano  with off-the-beaten-path hiking, delicious local food, and chilled out onsens where you can recuperate after a day's trekking. Watch as we explore all that Mt. Aso has to offer; one of the most memorable and special places we have found thus far in Japan. 

#digitalnomadspirit #digitalnomadlife #digitalnomads #MtAso #volcano #hiking #offthebeatenpath #localfood #onsen #travel #adventure #explore #nature #scenery #memorable #gaycouple

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff 👨‍❤️‍👨🌍💻!

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ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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We Explored Mt. Aso: Hiking, Ryokan, and Onsens in Japan 🇯🇵

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Now what is this video about?! 

We are glad you asked! 

Explore the cutting-edge world of Japanese innovation! In this video, we delve into our favorite of Japan's top 5 mind-blowing innovations that have left the world, or at least us travel boys, in awe.

I won't put the chapters below as this video is in the form of a Japanese game show 👾. SO WATCH AND PLAY INSTEAD!

00:01 - INTRO
01:35 - INNOVATION 1 
03:22 - INNOVATION 2
05:15 - INNOVATION 3
07:30 - INNOVATION 4
08:58 - INNOVATION 5

And hit that "Subscribe" button and ring the notification bell to stay updated on all things innovation! 🌟

#JapaneseInnovations #JapanTech #InnovationNation #TechRevolution #FuturisticJapan #HighTechGadgets #BulletTrains #RobotRevolution #JapanArchitecture #FutureTech #CuttingEdge #LandOfInnovation #CreativeJapan #MindBlowingInnovations #TechTrends #subscribenow #coffeeaddict #coffee  

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If you want to know more about Japan, check out our blog:

5 DAY HOKKAIDO ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/hokkaido-in-five-days-itinerary
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET -https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
NAGASAKI - https://thefabryk.com/blog/nagasaki-japan-travels

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Okay finally some more affiliate links (if you have even made it down to this point). We may make a small commission off of any purchase you make after clicking on these links, but that is just to support us in making great content and you won't pay anything more!

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THE GAMESHOW TUNES IN THIS VID (except for our incredible karaoke covers):
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN ASAP
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/4348pXc
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NOMAD INSURANCE:
Travel Medical Insurance for digital nomads that we used in Japan - SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS:
Skillshare - Get a free month!: https://bit.ly/3n7hyyE
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OTHER TOOLS WE DIG AT THE MOMENT:
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Japan's Top 5 Innovations That You Need 🇯🇵 (Game Show 🎰)

When we first started traveling in Japan as an LGBTQ+ couple, the thing that struck me most was the feeling of safety. Whether we were exploring Tokyo’s vibrant gay bars or wandering through quiet mountain towns, the atmosphere was always welcoming. Japan has this incredible balance: in cities like Tokyo and Osaka, you can find bustling nightlife and gay parties that rival those in the West, but as soon as you venture into the countryside, you’re met with serene landscapes and a culture so deeply rooted in hospitality that it feels almost otherworldly.

One of the highlights of our journey was participating in Tokyo Rainbow Pride. Unlike the massive parades you might see in New York or São Paulo, this felt uniquely Japanese. It was vibrant and celebratory but also deeply respectful and inclusive. Walking through the streets, surrounded by people waving rainbow flags and wearing colorful yukatas, it was clear that Pride here isn’t just about a single community—it’s a reflection of Japan’s quiet but powerful way of embracing diversity.

Beyond the cities, our adventures took us off the beaten path. I remember stepping into a tiny ryokan in the mountains, where the elderly owners welcomed us like family. We soaked in an onsen under the stars and marveled at how different this experience was from the big cities—and yet, the feeling of safety and acceptance never wavered.

Japan is a place where contrasts coexist beautifully, and as an LGBTQ+ traveler, it’s a destination that not only accepts but celebrates you in its own quiet, powerful way.

#GayTravel #LGBTQTravel #QueerAdventures #JapanTravel #LGBTQInJapan #GayJapan #TokyoPride #JapanForAll #QueerInAsia #TokyoGayBars #OsakaNightlife #GayCouplesTravel #LGBTQSafeSpaces #PrideTravel #TravelWithPride #JapanLGBTQ #GayFriendlyDestinations #LGBTQExplorers #TokyoRainbowPride #GayFriendlyJapan #OnsenAdventures #CulturalTravel #LGBTQHospitality #QueerTravelAsia #TravelInclusivity #GayCoupleGoals #AdventureAwaits #LGBTQNightlife #GayTravelers #JapanCountryside

Why Japan is a Top Destination for Gay Travelers 🇯🇵

Our two favorite islands in Japan:

Fabio’s favorite: KYUSHU

Get ready for historical sites like Nagasaki, endless onsens and hot springs, active volcanoes, tonkotsu ramen and sexy beaches.

Ryan’s favorite: HOKKAIDO

Expect charming lavender fields, mountain activities, blue pools that will peer into your soul, relaxed vibes…and yes more onsens. 

Make sure to add either Kyushu or Hokkaido to your next Japan trip!

#KyushuAdventures #ExploreKyushu #DiscoverKyushu #KyushuJapan #VisitKyushu #KyushuOnsen #KyushuBeaches #HokkaidoAdventures #ExploreHokkaido #VisitHokkaido #HokkaidoNature #HokkaidoOnsen #HokkaidoLavender #JapanTravelInspo #JapanIslandLife #TravelJapan2024 #JapanGetaways #JapanHotSprings #JapanVolcanoes #JapanNatureLovers #GayTravelJapan #GayTravelAsia #LGBTQJapan #QueerTravel #GayExplorer #JapanBucketList #HiddenJapan #JapanMountains #TravelWithPride #ExploreWithPride

STOP Visiting Tokyo and Kyoto, Try These Instead!

This is the second part of our 7-day Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) experience (You can find the first part here 👉 https://youtu.be/ClhQy_5udKA). From Nara we headed to Kyoto where Ryan got particularly pissed off at all of the crowds, but managed to find some solitude and peace. From there, we headed up to the lesser-known Kanazawa, where we got an up close in personal look at Pokemon and ate some of the cheapest seafood of our lives 🐟. 

This was all before we realized the JR Pass screwed us over (or did we misread the fine print?) and we had to get down to Tokyo as fast as humanly possible! 

Enjoy beautiful people ❤️

#本州 #gaytravel #digitalnomadspirit #JRPass #JapanRailPass #BulletTrainAdventures #ShinkansenExperience #JapanTravel #KyotoCrowds #BudgetTravel #TimeSaver #RailwayJourney #TravelJapan #ExploringHonshu #AdventuresInJapan #JRPassExperience #WanderlustJapan #TravelMemories #KaraokeFun #kanazawa #pokemon 

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff!

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Some relevant links from our blog:
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
POKEMON x KOGEI EXHIBIT IN KANAZAWA - https://thefabryk.com/blog/pokemon-exhibit-kanazawa-japan
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Get a JR Pass before it is freaking (more) expensive:
https://japanrailpass.net/en/
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👉 Or just buy us a coffee ☕️ to support our journey: https://buymeacoffee.com/thefabryk

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THE MUSIC IN THE VID 🎶:
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GETYOURGUIDE TOURS TO FUEL SOME INSPIRATION 💡:
Tour of picturesque Shirakwa-go Village (the place we couldn't get to 😭) - https://bit.ly/45HAndy
Kanazawa Foodies Tour - https://bit.ly/3MMHXe0
Kyoto Night-time Geisha District Walk - https://bit.ly/3WGNDuM
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure) 💻:
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/4348pXc
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NOMAD INSURANCE 🏥:
Travel Medical Insurance for digital nomads that we used in Japan - SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS 📹:
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Japan Rail Pass: Is It ACTUALLY Worth It? (Honshu Vlog 🇯🇵) | Pt. 2

What could be better than merging kitties and coffee (or matcha lattes 🍵)?!

Ryan thought that this concept was weird and was apprehensive to visit, but as soon as he entered Cat Cafe Mocha in Shinjuku and saw the little kitties jumping around (and the place didn’t smell like cat pee), he was sold. 

A cafe and co-working space, Cat Cafe Mocha is a cat-lover’s dream. It is a bit expensive (you pay for every ten minutes you are there), but the costs max out after a certain point and unlimited matcha lattes, coffees, and teas are part of the package. 

The best part was watching the very synchronized and coordinated cat feeding in the evening. 

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Cats and Coffee...TOGETHER?! Cat Cafe Mocha in Tokyo 🇯🇵 #TokyoCatCafe

After our travels around Hokkaido, Japan (https://youtu.be/6icEACUA5pc), we settled into a tiny town (or no longer a town) nearby Chitose and got to work. Since we had arrived during a three day holiday, we quickly ran out of money and there wasn't an ATM to be found nearby. 

How did we survive without cash? 
How was it working in small town Hokkaido?
Were we ready to GTFO at the end?

Watch our Miyazaki-inspired vlog (since all of Hokkaido looks like a Miyazaki film) and see how it went.

#北海道 #hokkaido #japan #offthebeatenpath #digitalnomadlife #digitalnomad #adventure #ghosttown #sapporo #chitose #miyazaki #manga #anime #gaytravel #gaycouple

Check out our blog: https://thefabryk.com/ for more gay digital nomad stuff!
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Some links from our blog:
5 DAY HOKKAIDO ITINERARY - https://thefabryk.com/blog/hokkaido-in-five-days-itinerary
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO JAPAN ON A BUDGET - https://thefabryk.com/blog/save-money-travel-in-japan
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THE MIYAZAKI INSPIRED LO-FI TUNES IN THE VID:
Epidemic Sound - (Perfect for you making your own content) https://share.epidemicsound.com/ao2ybc
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GETYOURGUIDE TOURS FOR HOKKAIDO
https://bit.ly/3MGzL02
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FLIGHTS SO YOU GET YOURSELF TO JAPAN LIKE ASAP
Skyscanner - https://bit.ly/3K1w9Df
Trip.com - https://bit.ly/3nDi8UJ
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VPN TO USE IN JAPAN (as we found some of the networks to be insecure)
ExpressVPN - https://bit.ly/4348pXc
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NOMAD INSURANCE:
Travel Medical Insurance for digital nomads that we used in Japan - SafetyWing - https://bit.ly/3Toulss
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HOW WE ARE LEARNING TO EDIT VIDEOS:
Skillshare - Get a free month!: https://bit.ly/3n7hyyE

We Tried The Digital Nomad Life In Hokkaido, Japan 🇯🇵

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