A Day in My Life: Tokyo, Japan 

“I do know she likes to wake up to the smell of coffee so I leave it right by her” AWEEEE MY HEART. 🥵🥰

The way Simon made coffee for Martina just so she can start her day right was so caring. Also discount food is the best! It helps cut down on waste and tastes just a good!

Simon is the perfect depiction of a man who is in love. Like love love. I respect that.

I appreciate the HECK out of your editing, Martina!

You’re a good man Simon! Both of you are awesome.

How Simon calls Martina "my sweet girl " I almost died that's so stinking cute

I actually ran into Martina recently here in Tokyo and I gotta say I was nervous walking up and saying *hi* to her but she was extremely genuine and super down to earth and even tho I haven't ran into Simon yet I can tell he's just as genuine and awesome as Martina. Honestly, these are great people and through this video you can see how great their relationship is. I wish them nothing but the best for all their future endeavors :D

I'm not gonna lie, I stopped watching for a while because the travel vlogs just wasn't what I was usually into, but the dynamic and Simon's bright positivity really reminds me of why I watched this channel to begin with. When Simon assured Martina that she was having an active recovery day I literally started crying. The support and drive to be the best person you can be is really inspiring. Gives me hope in the world honestly. Looking forward to more content from you guys. Cheers.

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how strong Martina is? Instead of getting down on herself she changes her goals to make them more accessible instead of focusing on the negative sadness? Simon is such a warm and caring spouse but Martina’s spirit is second to none 💖

When I was a teenager, I commented on a post of yours on Facebook saying that I wish I had a relationship like yours and you guys responded with positive feedback. Since then, I've found that guy, big and tall boi who cares about me a lot. He reminds me of Simon a whole lot, especially since he's the only guy who's ever been able to handle my mental illness. Thank you guys for setting a really positive and healthy example of a relationship for me.

I'm only 14 mins in but I felt the need to stop and tell you.. when Simon put the coffee at the side of the bed because Martina likes to wake up to the smell of coffee well that just got me 😢 how wonderful is Simon!!! Everone needs a Simon in their life to love them ❤

Simon's like 30sec rant mocking those who measure their herbs is gold.

WHEN SIMON WAS ENCOURAGING MARTINA I STARTED BALLING MY EYES OUT OMG

I just can't believe Simon. How can a person be that selfless. He is so supportive and loving, I've never met anyone like that in my entire life. Not even close. Made in Canada, yall.

Hi Simon and Martina! Several years ago I was on a flight back to Canada from South Korea. I was flying business class for the first time ever and I couldn’t believe my eyes when you two had the seats next to me and behind me. I awkwardly introduced myself as a fan of your content and you two were just as kind and genuine as you come across in your videos. I still remember that encounter each time I watch you guys and after such an honest look into your daily lives, I can’t help but post a comment telling you how much I enjoyed it. You are one of the few channels that remind me of why I fell in love with RU-vid so many years ago and, for me, what this platform has always been about. Throughout your journey on here, thank you for always being such incredible role models and remaining such great, caring people. I will now be using my slow cooker more often :)

I stopped watching the channel around the time you moved to Japan, because somehow the vibe didn't gel with me anymore. But I had this in my recommendations and I'm glad I clicked on it. You are such nice, positive people even when things are tough - I just genuinely wish you all the best!

Y’all relationship is unbeatable. I know I’ve heard we only see what y’all want us to since it’s RU-vid but like the foundation and mutual respect in this relationship is astounding! Thanks for showing us what it’s like to have some messed up shizz going on but being a true supporter of your significant other! It’s a beautiful thing to see!

*VOTE SIMON FOR THE MOST SUPPORTIVE HUSBAND OF THE CENTURY!*

😭😭😭😭 the part where Simon cheers Martina up because she thinks she did nothing all day...ABSOLUTELY PRECIOUS. you guys are everything and more. Much love!!!

I love Simon more than ever after this. Huge inspiration to me, as my wife has recently gotten so bad I've had to come out of work to look after her. You guys are our idols!

Hello everyone! We've done three big travel videos lately. We wanted to show what a more chill day is like in our lives, just so you don't get the wrong impression :D

What an intimate look into your daily lives. I can't believe how much pain Martina goes through everyday. She is such a strong woman, and even though things are hard for her she still keeps trying to push through it, that's a quality I admire.

Simon, you made me tear up. The way you care for Martina is absolutely amazing. You’re such a great husband.

When he says " to impress the love of your life" my heart sank a bit... Simon and Martina were sort of a proof to me that you can have rough condition ( like Martina's) and have whatever happens a partner who loves you and that you can grow old with. I'm really sad to see I was wrong... it affects me more that it should

Actual goals. I love how they went in and encouraged more of their male viewers to help out more in what is usually viewed as a female’s job. Down with toxic masculinity!

PLEASE HIT LIKE, I NEED MARTINA TO REALLY SEE THIS. Oh i love you both, but jeez, Simon! Im so proud of you for helping Martina as much as you can, but mostly for helping her to not feel guilty about needing a recovery day. I once saw a little saying about Energy and output. Its hard to put into words. But basically, everybody is given 100 energy points per week, and if we have a big day, we are borrowing energy from another day and it needs to be paid back. And also something about the value of those energy points. Basically, it costs people with chronic illnesses twice (maybe more) of the energy points to do the same things. It really hit home with me as i was caring for my father who passed away from heart failure when he was 59. Never feel guilty for needing a recovery day. You are living your life with a condition that hurts, but you are still making the most of it despite the pain. 💪

Ain't nothing wrong with domestic bliss. Travel and adventure are fun, but you can't do it all the time. In fact, that's what makes it and home life sweeter.

Honestly, I have such profound respect for husbands, boyfriends, just men in general who are supportive to their partners and are surprisingly so caring. People like my uncle who give such unconditional support to their wives. I’ve met so many abusive/toxic relationships and partners who were plain disgusting so thank you Simon for being such a great husband to Martina❤️Take care ✨

Is it weird I cried in this video? From the years I've watched yall this is just aJHBFKAKSJGN Simon is such a good husband and despite Martina's chronic illness she stays so strong and ggoD IM CRYING I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH I WASTED A WHOLE BOX OF TISSUES, DAMMIT jhakanKAEFJKNA best yt couple i'm cry

SIMON IS THE DUDE! Honestly it is such an awesome encouragement that people can come here and see Simon just do what is his thing but its just such an incredible example of what a humble man and husband is! Thank you for sharing your content with the world! You guys are such a blessing!

I wish I had a Simon 😭😭😭 he’s so amazing to Martina. You two are couples goals 💕💕

My daughter was born in 2009, and while I was going through one of toughest times with postpartum depression, which didn’t seem to get better through the years I stumbled across your channel. I watched you guys religiously and....laughed...smiled...and felt joy. I even sent you guys a care package (it had some ranch Doritos, ranch, pac-man shirt, and a variety of other items) that I actually saw you open in one of your videos...I cried. At the time I didn’t know why I was crying, but in retrospect I think it made me feel truly appreciated and I was so happy I could bring some joy to someone’s life. 10 years later...I’m doing great and being busy raising 2 kids distracted me from YT, until today. I searched for you guys and it made me so happy to see that you’re still making amazing and fun videos! Thank you for everything you do and for the joy you brought into my life during a very difficult time. Please always know that you truly being so much joy to people’s lives...it may not always seem like it, but there are others Out there that need your honesty, positivity and creativity.

Simon should have a book on how to support someone with chronic illness. as someone who suffers like Martina I would love if my significant other knew how to do what Simon does. WINNER. SIMON.

I love LOVE the way martina tells how she edits and potrays different emotions and moods. Editing and films are a huge passion to me personally, so seeing how she really thinks and puts effort into it is so inspirational!

Oh Simon it was so cool to see you talk about men doing things around the home! I have a chronic pain/chronic illness and my husband does a lot around here. Cooking is therapeutic to me and I’ve adapted methods of ease with cooking (love a crock pot & instantpot dinners) but he does the laundry, cleans, and does a lot of extra stuff when I get overwhelmed! Thank you for encouraging this kind of support! 😍

Holy shit. Can I just say??? Simon, you beautiful man??? Honestly, that big reassurance talk that it's ok for Martina to take a break struck such a chord with me, I was speechless. The support was just amazing. It's something similar to what I tell myself when Uni gets stressful but actually hearing it come out of someone's mouth to their SO was just so different and beautiful.

You two are seriously the cutest people on youtube. I really love how you motivate and support each other. Martina is the brightest little sunshine, even if it's incredibly tough and Simon is always there for her being so sweet and caring 🦆

martina is seriously SUCH a strong person! and simon is so understanding and supporting and that makes him such a good fit for her.

Simon, you are a fine example of a man, a gentleman.

Watching this now that they made it official that they separated just breaks my heart in half 😞

My husband has to commute to work an hour and a half one way. Every morning he lays on top of me and squooshes me and kisses me before he goes down stairs to do the rest of his morning because I don't have to wake up when he does. Just wanted to share the positivity of morning like y'all have.

Hello Simon and Martina! (LONG COMMENT COMING, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!) I usually don't leave comments on your videos, not because I don't love you guys, but because I usually feel like nobody cares about what I have to say and it's a waste of time. However, I decided to comment on this video because I couldn't contain my happiness when I watched this video. You guys are so genuine and so real about Martinas EDS, your home (small but wonderful), and even Simon's stinky tuna/egg concoction that he despises! This is why I have been watching your videos for years and years. When I lived on my own for the first time, I had a TV but no DVD player or cable service....so I would steal my neighbor's wifi and plug my laptop into the tv via hdmi, and watch you guys everyday....all day. I cooked with Martina, watched anime recommendations, played Final Fantasy along with Simon and even bought many of the WTF items to try out myself. I hope this comment doesn't come across as creepy that I have basically had you in my life for longer than my current relationship, but you guys are a part of my own ladder. I suffer from depression, anxiety and a pain disorder. The pain is what really sends me into a dark place most days. Watching your videos has always brought me joy (even if the wonderful treasures were a bit weird or the treats I tried made me second guess my decision 🤢). I have come to a point in my life where so much is going well, but the pain makes me worry about losing it all. I own a home 🏠, have animals to look after🐾, a full time job and hobbies to occupy my free time. If I don't keep myself going, the pain makes me want to stay in bed all day.....everyday....and it sucks. Thank you guys for helping me build a ladder. Thank you for making me smile with any new uploads (youtube or otherwise). And thank you for being real about life! Not everything is sunshine and rainbows but finding joy in the little things is what makes life worth living :) Hugs from California! 🌎 P.s The first video of yours I ever watched involved coffee and a salad spinner 😅

I love that Simon is so happy to help out with chores and go against "gender norms". That's really sweet :) Also, Martina, I love your video editing!

No matter what they will always forever be my favorite couple here on RU-vid. 😢

Modern dating is so depressing. Sometimes it's easy to become cynical in this 'thank u next', swipe right disposable culture. It's actually so lovely (and needed) to see people really working at and loving each other so fully and working on improving each other and yourself (rather than shopping on apps for the next upgrade). You and Martina are so inspirational -- sounds cheesy but I mean it haha. You truly make each other's happiness your own 😊

Someone: "Perfect husbands don't exist!" Simon: "HOLD MY BEER"

Would just like to say I appreciate your openness with your personal struggles with chronic illness, and the mental toll that takes. A close family member recently had a psychosis break due to stress, and I feel like seeing how you two support each other has helped me to understand the resulting depression and struggle they are going through to recover.

I miss this 😢 I miss them together and I miss them in Japan😭😭 ..I never comment alot on yt but I had to the feelings are so strong😭 ...

Damnnn so happy this video’s a long one!!!!! Let’s go team not skip all the ads!!!!!

This is the best relationship I have ever seen between 2 people EVER!!! Been subscribed for FOREVER and every video I always think about the the Greek mythology that humans used to have 2 heads and 4 arms and legs, and Zeus split them fearing them to be too powerful. I'm glad you two found each other. Stick it to Zeus!!! XD

Absolutely love how u guys are supporting each other all these years and more than what we can see on the camera...❤️from a fan from Malaysia

I always tear up when I see how supportive and encouraging Simon is to Martina. Just warms up my heart. You two are the best and I hope to develop the type of selfless, generous, giving, supportive, positive, overflowing love you have for one another with my significant other as well. Thanks for spreading the love! You‘re both amazing.

That purple onion container fooled me! I was thinking "that's the most beautiful onion I've ever seen!"

Simon, you are the SWEETEST! Martina is so, so, SOOOOOO lucky to have you! Not only that, I'd say that you two are so lucky to have found each other. I wish I can meet a Simon someday, too. Martina, give Simon loads of kisses (and braless hugs) from us! :P You go, girl!

“I like to watch videos of houses I’ll never be able to afford” ME TOO, Simon! 🤣

I forgot to mention last time how adorable Martina was saying I'VE DONE NOTHING! Then Meemers on her. So cute. I have had those days. Only with out the cat.

I just love the way that Simon loves and takes care of Martina. ❤️

I find that People, especially since the rising popularity of social Media, only care to share the exciting events in their lifes. The word "mundane" has a bad connotation that I can't get behind. Personally, I am much more in awe when I See the little things People do, i.e. incorporate in their daily routines to make a big difference. Like Simon working out, teaching the Cat little tricks or Martina pouring her soul into editing the Videos we love and deciding to go out when she's been holed up inside all day. These things are more relatable to me than a two weeks Trip to Barcelona. I enjoy watching these travel-logs, they are exciting and entertaining for sure. But they won't tug at my heart strings like this video where you just Talk about your everyday struggles. Going on an adventure is an exciting and wonderful ecperience, But as J.R.R. Tolkien taught us in the Lord of the Rings: Nothing beats coming home after a long journey and laughing with friends and family to tell the story.

I remember those obnoxious, custom green/blue shoes Simon has. And that hoodie in the last scene with the cat face that Martina bought on G-Marker. I didn't realise how much time has passed. And now I'm an adult... It's amazing go see how far you guys have come as well. Let's grow more together ❤

Man, Simon just inspired the hell out of me. I'm usually so bent out of shape when other people slow me down, but seeing him so positive and supportive made me realize that attitude can give a better sense of accomplishment than just rushing around.

Toxic masculinity-what? What is that? You'll forget that is even a thing when you watch this video. Bless you Simon, no idea how you were able to escape de whole thing, great parenting, good environment, awesome personality and luck? I have no idea but wish it was contagious, not even my husband that i love is free of some very brainwashed macho ideas sadly, wish me luck but you keep spreading your awesomeness 😅

My partner and I were introduced to y'all years ago because a friend said we reminded her of you two as a couple. I *swear* watching Simon is like watching my boo; down to browning the discount slow cooker beef so it's tastier for me, and making me coffee and leaving it on my nightstand because I'm so slow to get going in the mornings. I have several lifelong, chronic illnesses as well, and I feel so dang lucky to have found my own "Simon." I don't know how I'd manage without him.

You two make me so happy. Youre like the most healthy relationship on the internet

I forgot how much I like watching you guys, you guys are amazing

I’d love a Simon and Martina book club! I hear Steven Pinker’s book is great.

I want to be a simon when I grow up

you're the only youtuber I would watch a 36min video from. sooo enjoyable ...

just watching back old videos. i will surely treasure you guys' wonderful & loving moments 🤧

This video made me so happy and I love how you guys posted about Simon helping around the house along with encouraging more men to do it. Love you guys so much!!!

You guys should win a "Couple of the Year" award. The support you show one another is honestly inspiring. I hope to be a partner like the both of you one day. Also-- thanks for sharing your day with us. It's motivated me and really helped me appreciate the work you guys put into your videos.

Thank you for sharing this! I started out watching your videos because I was interested in life in Korea and thought you two were so fun to watch with your amazing sense of humor. Nowadays, I really appreciate the positivity and your openness about mental illness and the struggles you have with chronic pain. I think you are a perfect example on how people should treat one another and I learned a lot from you. How to take a step back and think about what I really need, what someone important to me needs, to try and be positive and turn things around. My best friend and I have the most amazing, closest friendship you could imagine and we pick each other up on a bad day. Even if those bad days are frequent. It's important to not lose sight of what you have and be able to appreciate that, instead of regretting what you don't have. Thanks guys, you're both amazing, inspirational people. :)

Watching this brings me hope that I’ll have a relationship like theirs one day. They both strive to bring each other joy or support each other when the other needs it. Thank you for letting us get a glimpse of your day. And thank you Martina for sharing your ups and downs along with how you pull yourself out of it. Truly a comfort even for those without a chronic illness but dealing with different obstacles. I’ve incorporated “building a ladder” in my thought process after seeing your first video talking about it. Keep up the amazing work! I love your videos, makes me want to travel to Japan!

didn't skip a single ad that's how you know i love you guys ❤️❤️❤️ you two are the sweetest

I've been following you guys for such a long time now (I've started watching your videos when I was around 14, I'm turning 21 this year) and I must say, that your videos have been and still are my absolute favorite. I love your humor and I really appreciate your honesty and care for each other as well. Watching you has made me laugh and smile and think about my own actions and how I can become a better person. Even when I had really really shitty days or tried to navigate myself through teenage chaos, watching you has helped me so much by entertaining me and keeping some of those negative thoughts away but also by inspiring me to reflect on myself and to appreciate the people around me and those little things in life. And Martina also taught me that if I wanna wear the things that make me happy, that's absolutely what I should do and I couldn't be happier with myself now because of that! I never comment on videos on YT, because I get kind of anxious by the thought that many people can see what I have written. But I somehow got kind of emotional right now and just felt like I needed to share my appreciation for you guys! :) Dziękuję wam bardzo za piękne 6 lata :D❤

I almost never comment on videos but I felt I need to comment on this one. I've been subscribed to your videos for a few years and I must say I am learning a lot from your relationship. My boyfriend has a chronic disease and it's getting harder and harder every year. We have been together for 10 years now but I still feel like I am bad at giving him enough support on the days he feels bad and can't do anything. I hope I can one day be as supportive as Simon is with Martina, it's truly inspirational. Thanks for posting videos that feel true and down to earth!

I will say it short: finally some REAL stuff! So so so refreshing seeing a NORMAL life! RU-vid needs more "Simon and Martina" channels! I don't know you guys but for me is enough of "perfection" .....enough of that "aesthetic"! Just enjoy the "normality"! Take care

I almost always cry a little bit during Simon and Martina's videos.. They are just the most lovling and likeable people on RU-vid, that I've seen.. All the shit and struggles they've been through and they are still the happiest couple I've seen. I really appreachiate these guys!

How to be a good husband 101

WE LOVE YOU MOM AND DAD 😭💛🥰

This is depressing with the turn of events. ☹

First: I ADORE you guys!! You two are relationship goals. Second: I agree about the hunting down of positivity. I work at Walmart and I have started randomly complimenting people. It makes them smile and me too. Love from Oklahoma!

Simon, have you thought about making your own cold brew? You can make a weeks worth at once and it's a lot less acidic. Less acidity means less code browns. Also, you're an incredible husband. Thanks for taking care of Martina for us! ♥️ Martina, thanks for working so hard for this channel while dealing with your illness. A lot of people forget how much work goes into these videos! ♥️

This was my first time watching one of your videos and I just have to say I absolutely love how supportive you, Simon, are with Martina. You are relationship goals. 💜

Dear Simon and Martina, I was directed to your channel by someone I know because I have EDS as well and they thought it would be nice to see how others cope with it since I don't know anyone else who goes to the daily struggles it comes with. Thank you so much for sharing things. I hope I can learn from you Martina although it is also a bit difficult to watch since it can be so confronting for me. I will keep watching your videos. These videos are also special for me since I lived in Tokyo and it makes me feel a little bit back at home. Simon, you said you still don't know why you have to wash the rice before cooking :) it's to wash off the extra starch. That way although Japanese rice is sticky it will also be fluffy.

I enjoyed this longer video. Your effort in filming and editing is valued. I am constantly listening to your content throughout my daily life.

I was so happy and excited to see a huge video released on the morning of my birthday...and now I'm crying because Simon and Martina are way too pure right before I have to go to school on my 16th birthday...shit. Still worth it.

"The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life."-Richard Bach. Never more true than your videos. I hope that I can find someone who can give me the type of relationship you both have and that you share with others.

LMAO. I've said the same thing to my husband about the new body. He said the same thing Simon did. You guys are a slightly younger version of us. Thanks for the build a ladder thing I've never thought of my health issues in that way. It really helps.

Martina is an editing BOSS!!

I love your channel. Your content is always top quality and the time you put into each video shows. You are my number one in my top 5. Love the soundtrack, the sense of humor, the food stuff, the adventure stuff, extra bits, and everything in between. Keep up the good work. Martina, you are an inspiration to me, helping me with my own chronic pain and getting past the depression. Ever since I started watching you two I've picked myself up more than let me self sink. Thank you, both of you so much. Love ya!

This might be my new favorite video of y'alls. It's so charming and cute. It made me lol so hard. Especially at poor Meemers who was so scared of the rice. Thanks for making me smile today. I really needed it.

I've been following you guys since 2012 or 2011, and I absolutely love your life. It's simple, real, loving, caring. You two are amazing

Martina, thanks for sharing your editing process and goals you have in mind when pour your heart and soul into these videos. I don't watch every video immediately not because I'm ever not interested, but because I want to bottle them up and save them for the times when I can just relax and enjoy. Your videos are magic. I would love to see more videos like this in the future! It took me a while, but I finally figured out what this video felt like to me: catching up with friends over a lovely cup of coffee or casual meal. "What's up with you lately?" "Same old, you know, but seeing your mug has made my day much brighter."

I have so much warm fuzzies from this video. I love you both. I've loved you both for so many years. These videos are some of my favourites. I know I will watch this on repeat. Thank you. Ultimate couple goals. Build a ladder Martina. Ganbatte! Simon, you're the man! Husband goals. Thank you both again.

Simon is the Bob Ross of relationships and love

Simon is actually the most amazing husband i've ever seen wtf

This was such a wholesome video!!! Yall make me want to cry! After years of watching for years, I feel like you're family. It been amazing watching your journeys and yall make me want to start my own :))))

I became a fan waaaay back in the day when you two changed my instant ramen world by teaching me about adding a slice of American Cheese ( old Korean video). I havent kept up with your latest videos but I saw this upload and fell in love with you guys again. Sending you both positive energy from San Diego!

Omg! Simon you are sooo good to Martina! Yay you for reminding her that she needs time to recover and done more than enough! We all need someone on thouse days to tell us that today was a good day and we done what we can! Good you! Martina, love the editing "class". I been on and off youtube, life been busy, but your chanel is the only one I kept up with even on my no youtube months. I can see what you mean and I love that you are putting an effort into it and it not being something that just happen! Keep up thegood work! You guys are always gonna be my ladder!