Ghibli in Real Life - Driving to Japan's Forgotten Dam

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Japan is filled with so many real life Ghibli inspirations. This beautiful forgotten dam in the countryside of Shikoku Japan makes that list with ease. By far one of the most beautiful spaces I have seen so far, and it all starts... with a drive
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@TokyoLensExplore 3 месяца назад

This one was even a bit of a surprise to me….. By the way! When we wrap up, I’ll be hanging out LIVE on @TokyoLensShorts for a while!! LONDON & AMSTERDAM People!! Event Tickets NOW AVAILABLE!! Amsterdam: bit.ly/TLAmsterdam London: bit.ly/TLLondon

@TerminusVox 3 месяца назад

It was worth every dam minute!

@chrislessard975 3 месяца назад

Can't be forgotten anymore if you found it Norm

@zrugel 3 месяца назад

23:45 oh I am absolutely smiling. that spot is amazing and those stairs are for sure 10/10.

@Andre-fq6xg 3 месяца назад

As a megastructure and history enthusiast, I'd love to know when that dam was built. It consists of a row of small arch dams connected by supporting towers, which is a configuration I had never seen before. Even more intriguing is that instead of being completely solid, the towers route spill water through their insides, which is a very surprising choice considering those towers are holding the pressure of all the water behind the dam. It reminds me of Victorian era dams like the Lake Vyrnwy reservoir in Wales.

@leahnardo 3 месяца назад

I cannot see a waterfall and pools without wanting to dangle my feet in. The drive was also so nice. It's very relaxing to watch someone else navigate country roads, haha.

@peekaboo1575 17 дней назад

Including the drive up to the dam was a great touch. These Japanese roads are delightful, it's no wonder that they make such great cars.

@ssmrmgb 3 месяца назад

Great drive, I would sit there for hours watching the water.

@amaraq42 3 месяца назад

Aw his attitude is so refreshing! It's nice to know I'm not the only one getting excited about some stairs in thr forest!

@GBCrush 3 месяца назад

Wooooooooowwwwwww. Think this might be the most beautiful trip you've taken. The woods. The truck out of nowhere. And that Dam..... I don't ever remember seeing such a pretty dam that just invites you to climb all over the places you're not supposed to climb! Thanks for taking us along on this one!

@bendyloco 14 дней назад

@@GBCrush This was one of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time! I’m going to be rewatching it many more times, I wish so much to go there!

@RFBennett 3 месяца назад

I'm smiling, my friend. Thank you, Norm...

@tdolan500 3 месяца назад

It’s wild how picturesque that dam is, crazy! And Norm you absolutely are that double rainbow guy freaking out over some stairs but that’s why we love watching you.

@christopherharris6005 2 месяца назад

Awesome video as always Norm. You always find the most amazing and magnificent places around Japan 🇯🇵 you can feel the history through your travels.

@johnnygilreath5601 2 месяца назад

I definitely smiled all the way through the video. I love how excited you get when you find a trail.

@ufgatorbearify 3 месяца назад

You're definitely not the only one who loves this. I used to do this, but pre internet so it would almost always be by chance

@Majestic_Salmon 2 месяца назад

We would 100% look at wet walls with you every chance we get! This was so picturesque! Definitely 10/10 stairs 😊

@mathiascooreman8773 3 месяца назад

So beautiful, thank you norm

@alecangelo7443 3 месяца назад

This was phenomenal Norm..... Early LOTR vibes with a bit of Ghibli thrown in....

@stephaniefoster1807 3 месяца назад

Love that dam soooo much!!!! Feels like stepping back in time....amazing and beautiful!! 😊😊😊

@Chris-ut6eq 3 месяца назад

damn norm, you have the luck of the forest spirits in finding these spots!

@Chris-ut6eq 3 месяца назад

the dam, feels like it's from the 1920s or earlier. Chihiro could be around the corner on her way to the bath house.....

@myggggeneration 3 месяца назад

YT suggested your abandoned island video (batteries) and it was fascinating, then an old abandoned school one (with the tunnel) and at some point I realized I had watched a previous one with the guy that roasts coffee that is close to the village where someone makes llfe-sized dolls... I had watched those 3 years ago.... So now I am here, after I got curious about what you are doing these days -- and this adventure did not disappoint either. Your enthusiasm and delight in the "small things" along the way is infectious and endearing. :-) BTW, I traveled in Japan in 1981/82 solo as a woman and it was incredible and very safe.

@myggggeneration 3 месяца назад

PS Subscribed 🙂

@wangxianist 2 месяца назад

this is definitely one of the most gorgeous places i've ever seen i'm definitely adding this to my bucket list thanks so much for showing this to us

@michellevandyke5000 2 месяца назад

One of your best ideas! Loved this video! This reminds me of the roads where I grew up in Northern California, USA. Woah! That 360 degree turn! That view. Bit of a heart attack with that last car. Everything is so green. I'm so glad you did this. I can hear the water at the dam. I can't tell where the water is coming out of. STAIRS! The footage is beautiful. I got so much more than just a drive. I hope you'll consider doing another driving video. Gorgeous view of the lake. Those beautiful purple or pink flowers! I see where the water is coming out of the dam now. So nice. Peaceful. As always, much love from the Southern California Desert. 🏜 ❤

@KirstenReusch 3 месяца назад

Absolutely fantastic. Stunning. Has a very medieval castle feel to it. 100% on my list now. Bonus weaving and winding Shikoku driving 💜✌️🐦

@thomasespeland8343 Месяц назад

A little trip on the zen side - a true hidden Ghibli gem of a video - aaaaahhh, I am now relaxed

@rolandgdean 3 месяца назад

I can't understate how much this looks like a drive through here in West Virginia. Nothing like a cruise down a nice Country Road to a great fishing hole.

@Mgraf06 3 месяца назад

WV is such a beautiful state

@Sperbs_9 3 месяца назад

The more you post from this trip the more I think I need to hire a personal driver 😂

@glennbailey4323 2 месяца назад

Awesome dam! Made of stone block, so cool. All the detail in paths and water channels. Thanks so much for sharing!

@emilthiels6256 2 месяца назад

Yes Yes Yes, that the dynamics are moving according to your wishes, thank you !!

@victoriusgrace2307 2 месяца назад

I actually enjoyed this video quite a bit. The driving bit was interesting to watch. It made me feel like I was sitting in the truck with you. The view was breath taking and that Dam was gorgeous. Very Ghibli like. Also very serene. I love places like that.

@jaydiaper4934 3 месяца назад

Thank you for showing me with every video why I love Japan and why I would love to visit.

@WiscoMel 3 месяца назад

I live for the forest walks and agree that the stairs are a 10/10. I’d love to explore that area myself!!

@Raider8807 3 месяца назад

You go to some of the most off the beaten path beautiful places. Thats why I always follow you. Keep it up

@saneminotaur 3 месяца назад

Just so awe inspiring, thank you for sharing

@yang_beatz 3 месяца назад

Always a giant load of joy when Norm uploads ^_^

@yasao_art 3 месяца назад

Loved the little road trip! And the dam was definitely worth a visit. SUCH a gorgeous place.

@dwightmayeux1479 2 месяца назад

Beautiful drive, beautiful walk around the dam. Made me want to explore.

@rsearls5064 2 месяца назад

Oh I am gently enjoying this and smiling... Beautiful place!!!

@TokyoLensExplore 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@springbay1 3 месяца назад

The drive was somewhat terrifying but beautiful. The dam was a great find, and the only reason I can guess of is that the other visitors didn't have half the stamina that you have Norm, or they were repeat visitors, or really scared of snakes. Hence didn't walk the stairs.

@LalliLaemont 3 месяца назад

So beautiful! Thanks again for another wonderful highlight to our day and sharing your travels with us!

@endangeredmarmot4518 2 месяца назад

This is a pretty unique looking dam in a gorgeous setting. I get the excitement. I’m really digging these little freeform videos you’ve been doing - thanks for sharing!

@TokyoLensExplore 2 месяца назад

More to come!

@vongolashodaime1975 3 месяца назад

This should be in an anime if it isn't already, it gives off a mysterious, old and serene vibe. Would be great for a fantasy or magical or historical or slice of life anime/manga/game.

@CesiaLaCrecya 3 месяца назад

This is genuinely so beautiful. I wish I could go and just take pictures and film and sit and stare for a while. It makes me miss Japan so incredibly much. One day, I'll be back and I'll be able to explore it for real. Thank you so much for sharing these explorations you go on, it lightens up my day!

@christinemeyers8184 3 месяца назад

The area is so beautiful.

@moonchi7 3 месяца назад

This is so simple, and yet so beautiful!! Thanks for taking us with you, Norm!! I hope I can visit someday ☺️

@darlenefraser3022 2 месяца назад

LOVE IT! It’s like I was just out for a lovely car ride!

@bendyloco 14 дней назад

Beautiful 🤩 thank you so much for this :D you have an amazing personality and your excitement is infectious thank you thank you thank you I really needed this joy today :DDDD

@csumentor3 3 месяца назад

Started nice and trippy with the car ride, but the dam is pretty dope - reminiscent of the wall from King Kong (2005).

@roseldamaliga1730 3 месяца назад

So so so beautiful place and nature..... Take care always norm....

@gori-wanders 3 месяца назад

Totally worth it. I must travel those roads someday and find all you show us and more 😁

@Ren_Brands 3 месяца назад

Stunning place worth the drive thanks for sharing it.

@lallison2825 3 месяца назад

Round here the drivers heading uphill are usually given right of way. I love these mountain drives, I've moved out of the mountains now and I miss it.

@phoenixx5092 3 месяца назад

Love how your GPS has a super cheerful voice. Most Australian ones sound essentially condescending by comparasin!

@kipod7419 27 дней назад

Omg such a wonderful place, thanks for showing us!!

@catenthusiast3421 3 месяца назад

The site itself is beautiful but I can't help but be reminded of Dark Gathering when I saw the dam itself. I will not want to be anywhere near this place at night.

@nanomia 3 месяца назад

amazing drive! I'm certainly not confident with driving this road 😅 so thank you for taking us with you and showing us this beautiful scenery you're so right it's just like a ghibli movie! love all your videos!!

@commonmansnation1778 3 месяца назад

I really enjoyed this video it was very calming and reminded me of the mountains of northern Alabama.

@shorne.e 3 месяца назад

24:35 left walls feels like there's a potential treasure chest if you climb up

@idrisddraig2 3 месяца назад

My 3 winters in Japan, I had 4km of road to open every morning in a snowcat. Most mornings there was 50Cm - 1m of fresh snow. On the bridges I had 5cm of clearence each side in a 4.8m wide vehicle, with a moderate snowpack I regularily had 1m+ of overhand on one side. Oh 90% of the road no guard rail. The guard rail was normaly under 2m of snow if there was any.

@mantailuaa 3 месяца назад

Totally worth the drive! Shame that the path on top of the dam was closed, that would have had gorgeous view.

@whyisthisathingnow... 3 месяца назад

Mountain roads in Japan are still my favourite roads of all 😄 always something interesting to find!

@jakodlare 3 месяца назад

Stunning dam! And love the video!

@fairmania 3 месяца назад

What a beautiful place, and no problems with being a bit 'goofy' when you find somewhere like this. Your excitement is infectious (in a good way)!

@NinjaWolfess 3 месяца назад

I'm absolutely smiling with you 😊

@onceuponagarden21 3 месяца назад

This was amazing!!! Thanks for sharing!

@Gritt982 3 месяца назад

Nice roads, reminds me of initial D anime but I think the speed limit does give you enough time to react or stop when needed. It's a nice relaxing drive compared to driving on the world's busiest highway every day.

@liquidsonly 3 месяца назад

I live in Wales, roads that wide would be dream. And I often meet log trucks and milk trucks on roads much narrower than that. Looks stunning there though.

@bimmerfan2126 3 месяца назад

Another great excursion into a remote corner of Japan most could never experience, Thank you!

@alarocque8834 3 месяца назад

Loved it ! BTW, you are not the only one that enjoys dams . I was at one yesterday near Montréal in Quebec , Canada.

@leelahland 3 месяца назад

What a beautiful find!

@postalorphan 3 месяца назад

Nope, I would also be that guy (well, girl) excited about a dam and stairs and a forest .... thanks for sharing another amazing adventure!!

@allisonrobertson5423 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the video! This definitely has those ghibli/anime vibes :)

@georgedahlgren5941 3 месяца назад

Holy Ghibli damn area!!! Norm, this was a breathtaking drive the views put a smile on my face. Thank you for this adventure. 😊

@Wabi-sabiME 3 месяца назад

It is a concrete reservoir dam with a length of 145.5m and a height of 30.4m. Both ends are gravity-type and the central section is a multiple arch type consisting of five arches and six buttresses. Its pioneering and rare structural form is highly valuable in the history of agricultural civil engineering and demonstrates the level of technological achievement in dam construction in the early Showa period. It was designated an Important Cultural Property (Structure) on December 19th, 2006. Construction began in 1926 and was completed in November 1929.

@bitfreakazoid 3 месяца назад

Definitely not the only one that cares about stares. The very first time I visited Japan like 13 years ago I i think, for some reason I really liked to take pictures of stairs like ones that go down into the subway and curve around corners and stuff.

@chrismuramatsu6600 3 месяца назад

You are absolutely correct. This was an awesome find. I was in awe during the drive and then blown away when we reached the dam; it was for the most part open to explore; and no people!!! You hit a hundred with this one. Thank you so much!!

@Phr3akStar 2 месяца назад

Got goosebumps the second you pulled up there. The dam and the views are awesome ❤

@Ducklordess 3 месяца назад

loved it, totally smiling watching this.

@cauxzieruffhausen9547 3 месяца назад

I love dams. I used to dream about them. That dam is very much dreamworthy.

@shannondore 3 месяца назад

I don't know which I like better the hiking trails or the pleasant drive. One thing I know is this series of videos makes me want to visit Japan more than I already did, and I didn't think that was even possible. Thanks! Norm.❤😊

@halo12021984 3 месяца назад

it was damn worth it.....beautyful place and the Nature is stunning....would love to go there :) kepp up the good work.

@StaringIntoSpaceMan 2 месяца назад

Dam, that was purdy! Seriously want to do a roadtrip throughout Shikoku...

@WolfBlitzer691 3 месяца назад

I love those adventures you give us!

@foxywhale 3 месяца назад

25:33 that’s it, that’s the shot right there. Absolutely stunning!.

@eure_maum 19 дней назад

I'm working on my cross stitch watching this, look up and think "why is that car passing on the wrong side of the road?" Oops, forgot what country he was in for a second. :) Edit to say since I commented before watching it fully, such beautiful landscape/scenary. It was worth the trip in my opinion.

@brucehutcheson5302 3 месяца назад

Hi Norm, It's a beautiful area at this location. Funny thing when you spoke about the roads in that area. I like in the northeast of Scotland, and most of our roads are like that. The best road is an A route. Most are B and single track, and like you said, when on them, you always meet a speed demon that scares the crap out of you. Keep up the great content.😊

@PepperPlaysStuffs 3 месяца назад

You said 'hit subscribe' and I was like, 'joke's on you, I already am' and then I looked and I wasn't .... now I am! Love your videos so much! I will be there in a couple years, definitely. I can't wait! あなたのビデオわとてもゆうえきです! ありがとございます! (I hope that was right, I've only just started with Hirigana)

@epicthief 2 месяца назад

Reminds me of Mordor smashed with Hobbit grass nature, this is all so wild. Thanks for sharing

@meelispuvi8541 3 месяца назад

fell asleep and missed the premiere, but wasn't disappointed with the views!

@LetsgowithHyro 2 месяца назад

Well worth it, awesome looking place!!

@bmcatt 3 месяца назад

The view when you pulled up was just ... so ... dam ... amazing! (Pun fully intended). And I think the words you were searching for (regarding that drive) were "possibly terrifying". Doing that at night has got to be its own little nightmare. Although - daytime on a motorcycle would be an absolutely adrenaline rush.

@USMarshmallow 3 месяца назад

Every time I watch your videos, I want to go back to Japan. This whole video brought back so many wonderful memories. Please visit Southern Nagano prefecture someday! I mean VERY south, like almost to Aichi prefecture. It's absolutely stunning down there.

@alandavis5531 3 месяца назад

The area there is charmingly beautiful forestry everywhere. Living in Tokyo got me use to concrete. I think I would have drove through them roads at 30 mph just to enjoy the view. 😅

@flabbergeist9079 3 месяца назад

Got some "Shadow of the Colossus" intro vibes while watching this video.

@fnorazril 3 месяца назад

Now that's a nice little secluded gem. Love how it's just sequestered away from everything else. Easily one of the coolest looking dams I've seen. Combine that with the great mountain roads and you've really got yourself a fantastic adventure filled with stunning scenery. Actually really surprised nobody was on top of the damn. That view is incredible!

@LiduinaLimaAmaral 16 дней назад

Nunca vi uma represa tāo arquitetônicamente majestosa! Divina. Acho que lá emcima deve ser proibido a visitaçāo, algum perigo. Amei a paisagem. Tudo que envolve água é mágico.