Driving Across Japan’s Breathtaking Countryside: 2 Minute Escape 

When you strip away the sarcasm and narrative structure from the latest Abroad in Japan video, you're left with this relaxing, 2 minute cinematic escape, showcasing the stunning beauty of the Japanese countryside. Indulge in it! Escape to it! - And then go and watch the full 20 minute video with the sarcasm and the narrative structure: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uQw1SwPo0UA.html

1:14 the grass looks like anime grass

Seems like Chris is entering the high quality stock footage business.

Hooh.. This is what you called "fan service". Thank you

This is so relaxing I dropped my phone because I doze off😩😒🤧

The music fits the scenery beautifully

oh my gosh i absolutely love the view at 1:19 , this cozy little group of houses surrounded by green fields. that's a perspective i don't think i've ever seen before

The quality of these shots though

Went to buy a new Honda. Asked where the missile hatch was. Now I’m on a watch list. THANKS CHRIS

it's feels like I've been escaping to japan for 2 minutes

As much as I love the "actual" content of your videos, the scenery shots never fail to steal the show for me, they're always so stunning. More of these montages would be greatly appreciated! And some music credits, too - you find a lot of great tunes!

Looking forward to seeing some of those hidden spots now you have a car again. Still can't believe Natsuki went and got you non alcoholic beer though lol.

Need more of these.

0:28 this shot is so well made, good job

Who knew a compilation of drone shots could make you feel alive for 2 minutes

That countryside is so beautiful it hurts.

Can't believe people can actually dislike this kind of beauty. How sad their life must be. What a pity. Japan♥️ Chris♥️♥️

This is how the Abroad anime starts with out protagonist on his way to start a journey which will see him reach new levels of sarcasm and dry-wit.

4 years later I still think about this video all the time. It’s just so breathtaking.

Absolutely the best 2ish minutes of RU-vid in existence.

Certainly an enjoyable vignette of the countryside. Been over 15 years since I've been, but I'd like to be back out there. And that end shot of Natsuki and you is 👌 *chef kiss* 👌

The aesthetics of Japan in general from its cities to its rural areas feels like it all has been thoroughly arranged and calculated that it's so satisfying to look at.

That shot from above with the wind rippling the rice fields... words fail. So lovely

This is the very sole reason why I keep motivating myself to work hard just to get a chance to move to Japan countryside and continue my photography hobby there

1:38 I like how you had to edit the shot to get rid of the bad weather

2 minute masterpiece, of pure appreciation of life, nature, and Japan in particular, the music choice fits perfectly to make this video, a beautiful experience, Thank you Mister Chris.

Japanese summer and its sheer greenery is its own marvel to behold. You sweat like a pig, constanly longing for pool and ice cold drinks, chase after gigantic gokiburi endlessly, but when you rewind the entire experience in different perspective, here is the result. Unlike the summers of elsewhere, which is more about loud beach party, it is rather melancholic, memorable, and subtly beautiful, like a mellow music that you just don't want to ever end. Yet, it is also dramatic, majestic, and elegantly wrapped in endless greenery that will soon turn red and yellow in the oncoming season.

The clip with the rice fields blowing in the wind. On point.

I'm watching as I am getting ready for work. Thanks for this calming start to the day. :)

Really love those drone shot. Japan is such a beautiful country.

2 minutes of absolute peace, zen and nostalgia. Now I just wish RU-vid had a repeat feature on their videos.

I’m going to japan and this music is what I want to listen to when I take off

Chris, I've watched your videos for years. I went to Japan in 2018 for 3 weeks. This is the one video you've made that makes me "feel" Japan. Thank you for this one. Love the music!!! Maybe you could make another similar one. Thanks again for your work!!

I see that Drone usage in Japan isn't as strict yet :D Great Shots Chris!

Those 2 minutes went by so fast... So peaceful and pretty.

need more videos like this Chris, no sarcastic comments or background commentary (not that I don't like it), just the sublime scenery of Japanese countryside

The immense amount of production quality going into the videos is phenomenal. My favorite shot was the top down of your car with the wind in the fields. Keep up the good work Chris!

This was so beautiful. The camera work is absolutely perfect, editing is seamless, and the music chosen matches so well it will bring a tear to your eye. Amazing work Chris, job well done.

have a nice day and be safe

Just the rumble of the road sounds so peaceful

Love this Chris! What's the background music? I'm loving the chill vibes 😍

I love how this video has more content than most people put into their 10+ minute vids.

im gonna come back to this everytime i get anxiety and stress

I have to say this. I have got chills watching this even after watching it many times now. This is honestly one of the best trailers I have ever seen.

Amazing views man!

Looks amazing so far well done and In love the background music

I will come back to this video again and again whenever things won't go my way and when I need a boost of motivation.

Don’t mind me, just watching this on repeat all day. You could upload videos like that that last for hours and I’d leave them on in the background for most of my work shift. Appreciate the great content, stay safe!

Chris was like: "Oh shit, I haven't featured in this video once yet."

Mate outstanding job with the footage, would you mind spilling the beans on what song you used in the background it's truly the epitome of relaxing

I can tell how much works was put in this 2 min footage. Crazy beautiful, it's JUSTICE!

This video left me with a sense of awe on how picturesque the country side of Japan can be, absolutely astonishing.

can you please post the other 12 seconds. I really need it.

where did you find the song, it's great

I could cry from how beautiful these views are, I would do anything to experience them in real life

Man I just have to say you have inspired me to take two years in japan once I complete uni and make videos like this, I’m truly thankful for giving me inspiration⛩🌄(I’m 16 atm)

Song name?

"2 Minute Escape" -> video beeing 1.48 >:((((((((((

To whom it may concern, I really enjoyed the piano throughout the entire video, so I went ahead and transcribed the intro chords. If anyone wants the sheet music for it, it can be found here: drive.google.com/file/d/1OljjImCO0dTvY6s4NARy3tYRj5LFOV0F/view?usp=sharing

Honestly, Japan has to be the most beautiful, peaceful place ever!

It's insane how beautiful Japan is

The last shot is really quite wholesome

Would love a longer version of this to sit and daydream of Japan! So beautiful and relaxing!

The last scene with the two of you drinking beers could be a wallpaper with how beautiful it is

Rural Japan must be on of the most stunning places on earth, i love it !

Love the panoramic view. especially Natsuki in the end. its like the place where you want to be...

It's like a relaxing dreamscape. It's like the idealized and realistic version of what Japan is, and it reminds me of how I felt being in Japan. Wonderful shots and cinematography Chris! It's like a Makoto Shinkai movie but full circle back to real life images.

Japan is so aesthetically pleasing

This looks like the stuff a TV would play to show that it's high quality.

The Video really nailed all the screws! Sarcasm, Educational, Funny Edits, Beautiful and Amazing Videotography, and a Heartwarming Ending. Then seeing this peiced together is just aweing

Absolutely gorgeous. I had to rewatch this a few times. I'll be coming back to this video next time I need a 2 minute escape.

Japans countryside looks soooooooooo wonderful

Very high quality again! For someone stuck at home the last six months, this was truly refreshing!

Chris you gotta make more of these Just loved it

To me is mindblowing that with the help of drones and stuff like that, anyone can take such beautiful takes, something a decade ago only a full crew of professionals with a crane or helicopter could have done, either way, such a beautiful video, thank you Chris and friends!

Everyone LOVED this clip so much. Glad you made it into a separate video for all of us to just admire it's beauty. The Videography is just amazing 👏

This deserves to be featured on your main channel, but I'm so happy I'm subscribed to this channel to have seen this.

Was actually shocked by how beautifully shot this was, absolute quality!

I forgot to say in your last video that i adored this music choice and the visuals, i dont know what it was about these shots but it just felt like production quality got stepped up again

The cicada sounds are an atmosphere themselves

This is one of your greatest video. Simply loved the vibes.

Best 1min 49sec I have spent all day.

That was a nice moment of peace on a day when my anxiety is ramping. I enjoyed the other video but just watching this version was very calming.

Watched the long version first then this. Such a stunning visual treat, specially those drone takes.

I can honestly say having discovered your channel during quarentine has sparked such a major desire to explore Japan. I follow other vloggers but your videos are the best. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home away from home. ❤️

That music seeking 0:36 is really nostalgic for some reason. Great video and simply stunning vistas Thank you for the visual treats and just a wholesome and relaxing 2 mins 😁

That opening drone shot is fantastic!

The musical ambiance reminded me of the beginning car scene in Spirited Away.~ So peaceful.

Thank you for that. I really needed that today 🙂

Best car commercial I have ever seen.

Hey Chris, I just want to say that your videos are ridiculously well made. They always make me happy and made quarantine much more bearable.

This video helped prove to me you can upload literally anything and id watch it and love it. this is beautiful!

I just knew the vid will end with both Chris and Natsuki. Amazing job Chris!

If you're wondering what's the soundtrack it's Shin shuzuma - ikebana

This edited version is like a magic.

After getting to your channel because of the Journey Across Japan series and binge watching almost every videos, let me just say I become a big fan of your works! It's really weird because watching this with the perfect music you chose bring tears to my eyes? I hope for more success for you ahead!

Such a great idea, thanks for doing this!

Pretty nice and relaxing to see at the end of a hectic workday, thanks for the upload

Love it, thanks Chris!❤️

It's so relaxing that I just wanna put it on loop and sleep