I QUIT my job and MOVED TO JAPAN! 

G’day! I am a Spaniard living in Seoul. Out of all the places I have seen in Japan, I like Kyushu Island, and Fukuoka Prefecture, the most. Fukuoka city is just “perfect”. If I ever leave Korea (I really love it here), I would try to move there. 😊 No matter how many times I visit or how long I stay there, I can never get enough of that city. I am sure you will have the time of your life there. Thanks for sharing this journey with us. P.S. You’ve got a new subscriber. 🤭

@@beot-kkot G’day Mr Spaniard! 🙋🏽‍♂️ Absolutely appreciate the sub mate! Oh Seoul I’ve heard amazing things about. I have some Korean friends I’ve met here living there that have invited me over. Can’t wait to explore that place, you must love it. And as for Fukuoka, what can I say, you spoke my words haha it’s definitely a hidden gem that I see growing in popularity with the years to come. Look forward to hearing from you again. Thanks again legend!

@@hangswithchristian Hahaha. Thanks for the reply. I’m sure you’ll love Seoul and Korea. There are many gorgeous places here. Kyushu is a hidden gem and Fukuoka is too good to be true. I will soon take advantage of Japan being cheaper, for once, and get my Fukuoka fix. Not that it makes a HUGE difference for my Korean won, but I’ll take any ‘discount’. 😂 You, on the other hand, got the deal of the century, my friend. I only hope that Fukuoka never turns into a destination overcrowded with tourists, like Kyoto. This is my happy place and I would like to keep it that way. 😅 I wish you much success with the channel…Take good care of yourself, Ms. Spaniard.🤭

Oh my, first off ‘Ms’ Spaniard, apologies haha And I can’t agree more, Fukuoka is the place to be with incredible people! Once again, appreciate the support and look forward to hearing from you again. Hope you get back to FUK soon 🙋🏽‍♂️✌🏽

Mate, that’s amazing to hear! You will definitely be on a similar journey to me and I wish you all the best. My tip: just jump straight into making video’s as soon as you arrive! Best of luck, and I appreciate the feedback 🙋🏽‍♂️

Kyoto is great. Welcome to the club

Thank you for liking Japan!! Kyoto is a wonderful city, but the intonation and endings are different from the standard japanese. If you are planning to come to Japan to study Japanese, please be aware of this. sorry, my english is not good

I’m doing the same but in 5 years cause I want to save up as much as possible. I feel like I’ll be too old for school though since I’ll be over 40. We’ll see. Skulle vara najs med en vlog om hur du går till väga för att komma in på skolan osv men du har en ny sub så jag inte missar din första video. 🙂

Appreciate the comment buddy! Just starting back at it, but I love sharing my journey in Japan so even I can look back on it one day. Thanks so much for the feedback and the sub also, hopefully it only gets even better from here 🙋🏽‍♂️✌🏽

Thank you so much for watching mate🤙🏽 Absolutely! I plan on doing more videos around Fukuoka as I get to understand and know it more. Definitely taking the recommendation in. Love the feedback 🙋🏽‍♂️

Thank you mate! It’s truely a dream I started to loose hope on but all the better now that Im here. Appreciate the support 🙋🏽‍♂️

I can’t agree with you! I feel that everyone in Japan is incredibly kind, but that kindness goes even further once you arrive in Fukuoka. Appreciate the comment ✌🏽

Thank you so much - I’ve had nothing but amazing times so far since being here✌🏽 thanks for the kind comment 🙋🏽‍♂️

Yeah I totally understand that feeling, I was exactly in the same boat a few years back. I just got focused and made a plan. It was hard but pays off in the end buddy, you can do it! Thanks for tuning in mate 🙋🏽‍♂️

Mate - that’s so kind of you to say! I truely am living my best life here and couldn’t be happier. You can also absolutely do it too! Wishing you the best of luck with what I hope is an upcoming move to Japan buddy 🙋🏽‍♂️✌🏽

Thanks Emily! I’m looking forward to making more videos in and around Kyushu 😃

Hey Sam! I currently feel awkward as on camera but Im glad it comes across better haha thank you for the feedback mate. Ah, that’s a good idea, maybe I can do a normal day in the life video soon once I have my routine down?

Oh wow that’s awesome! Tokyo is definitely my familiar city when it comes to Japan, I love it up there but I’ve found the new love for Fukuoka since being here. Such a different vibe, don’t you agree? Thanks for the watch buddy ✌🏽

YES! Trying to find some free time to get along to Yatai culture here! Great suggestion buddy, cheers 🙋🏽‍♂️

Haha Thanks Ash! I’m a little rusty on editing but its good to be back at it. Apartment tour coming soon for sure 🙋🏽‍♂️

Hey! Thank you legend for that kind feedback ✌🏽I’m glad you enjoyed the videos, I absolutely love to hear that! Oh, I bet Kyoto and Osaka were amazing. At least the weather has been at a perfect temperature atm and the flowers have started blossoming down here. And YES, you should study Japanese also! Not going to lie it’s super challenging but rewarding all the same. Cheers again 🙋🏽‍♂️

Appreciate the support buddy, and I’m glad you enjoyed it! Haha YES! Most definitely will do a more detail course breakdown in an upcoming video 🙋🏽‍♂️

Most definitely - I’m excited about exploring more of Kyushu! Thanks so much for the comment ✌🏽🙋🏽‍♂️

ありがとうエリサさん！Thank you so much for the sub. I will try to show more of my daily life throughout Japan. Everything here is so aesthetic and fun haha 🙋🏽‍♂️

Mate - you won’t look back! You absolutely made the right decision. I actually get that questioning quite a lot, so I’m thinking about making a video around why I chose Japan and why I chose the city I’m in. My personal opinion is that this place is a hidden gem! Particularly coming to Kyushu in fall will be stunning! Best of luck with your move and thanks for the support legend🙋🏽‍♂️

@@hangswithchristian Awesome! Great hearing you love Kyushu. Looking forward to that video!

ありがとうございます！ That’s so great to hear. I hope you make the move this year! It’s a big leap but well worth it. I speak only a small amount, but I strongly suggest doing as much study as you can before starting school as it will give you a heads up… from my experience so far at school. I definitely will be doing a breakdown of costs and how hard it was to move here in another video as it seems to be a common theme in the comments. Appreciate the support buddy!

Haha thank you so much! I’ve been hearing that alot lately. You love Japan also hey?

Haha ahh thank you man, appreciate the comment and support!

So true! I actually have noticed that more here than Tokyo. When you see someone jaywalk here and you judge them, that’s when you know you have fully integrated haha

I appreciate the support Elaine🙋🏽‍♂️ You can do it and you should! Best of luck to you chasing your dreams and hope they become a reality one day soon.

Thank you so much 🤞🏽. Im planning a two week vacation to Japan next year so if I love it I’ll definitely find some teaching programs to apply to 😊

You will have a blast 💥 make sure to embrace getting lost in the streets!

Right! I really want to move out and buy a place in Itoshima is the dream. So many nearby beaches. Where are your favourites?

Thanks so much Aman! Im glad you enjoyed it 🙋🏽‍♂️

Hey mate - I absolutely appreciate that! I used to be the one making that comment on others living my dream here. You came do it too bud - best of luck in the future 🙋🏽‍♂️

Thank you so much for the support Aaron! Love hearing others chasing their dream and particularly one I can relate to. You’ll never look back my friend. Good luck with the move and bring on 2025!🙋🏽‍♂️

Thanks mate! Its such a photogenic place, can’t wait to get the drone back out there 🚁

Haha loving the comment ‘definitely rust proof’ 🤣 Appreciate the comment my dude! Looking forward to sharing more of this Japan life…which is still so surreal!

Thank you mate! So kind of you to say. I’m looking forward to showing more of my little world down here in Fukuoka and hope you come over for a visit soon. Cold bevvy waiting for ya!

@@hangswithchristian looking forward to seeing more from your new world in video and in person with that bev soon!! 🙌🏽

Mate, I appreciate that support so much! Also congratulations on your move to Tokyo. That’s where I’ve spent the majority of my years travelling here so I have a lot of friends there. It’s such an amazing and full space. There is always something to do! I’m so glad that you’re having an amazing time and I hope that it only continues to get better for you. Well done buddy and thanks again for the support ✌🏽

@@hangswithchristian thank you! I did not travel to Japan as much as you did prior to moving here, in fact the first and only time I traveld here was 1,5 years ago. Just shortly after the borders of Japan were open again. Worked hard to get here. Saved money and made the descision for it 6 months ago. I also made some Japanese friends, back in germany already. I participated in a german-japanese language exchange program. That 2 Week Journey started at the 4th of march. Made in these 2 weeks 8 good friends, then moved here on the 28th of march. Its been really great since the exchange program. I stepped really hard out of my comfort zone and it was totally worth it. Flying on cloud 9 basically. And I've already met up with all of my friends :) Again thanks for sharing your story. Many things you said are similar to my experiences. The little struggles aswell. But we love it, don't we? Warm regards

That’s so great to hear you are having such a positive experience here mate. Keep building those relationships and getting lost in the streets! You are in the perfect place to make the best memories ✌🏽

OMG it’s so massive! I was so surprised how big it was. It’s easy to miss if you only stay on street level.

Okay so I pulled out the computer to reply to this because I wanted to give it the proper attention! Can I ask why you wouldn't be able to get a student visa? Because there isn't an age limit and I can tell you I have two guys from Hong Kong in my class that are in their mid 50's if that helps. It is absolutely possible! You can look into other visa's though it does get alot more time consuming and complicated. Making an appointment with an immigration specialist online or in person would be a route I would look into. The internet can give so many different answers! And absolutely, I would start small. Come here on a holiday first and try not to just visit the major cities like Tokyo and Osaka but the countryside to understand the true Japan. It really give you perspective into the way of life here. It's truely beautiful and the people can be so warm and welcoming. But coming here first will give you an indication to whether this is also the right place for you! Mate - I wish you the absolute best in what seems like a big life change soon and know that anything is possible with the right plan and actioning. You only live once so make the most of every moment! Appreciate the support buddy 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

​@@hangswithchristian I was sort-of joking, since my student days, per se, are long done, but I'll never stop learning things on a daily basis 😃 I figured some sort of work visa would be the answer, but yep, small steps first, and obviously with a holiday. I definitely need to work out a list of places to visit. I'd love to make it a 3-week trip. That way, even when I do take a trip to Osaka, I see it can take up to 3.5hrs by train, so that would be a long day to fit in the day trip whilst also getting there and back, but then the next day could be more of a chill day. Not every day has to be full on. The countryside would also be fantastic to see. Pictures and video I've seen are absolutely breathtaking. Thanks, and yep, the fact we only live once, and I'm starting to feel my mortality, is making me want to actually shift my butt and do stuff 😁

I totally understand that haha But definitely mate, get that trip in first and investigate a possible work visa or just any visa’s available that might suit you. I definitely recommend travelling here during autumn. It’s so stunning and scenic! But as you said, don’t try to pack heaps in and just enjoy the time here. Hopefully it all pans out for you buddy 👍🏼🇯🇵

​@@hangswithchristian Thanks again, and I'm looking at September/October time, so that'd be in with autumn. I also understand the summer is the rainy season, so I figured I'd skip that first time round 😃

Congratulations on your upcoming move to Fukuoka! I was actually super fortunate that my accommodation was arranged through my language school for me ahead of time. Are you coming as a student or for work? Appreciate the feedback and support also!

@@hangswithchristianThanks ! I’m coming as a student and I checked what accommodations they offered to me and it seemed pricey for what it was. So I’m searching by myself for now and see what I can find !

Yeah that’s fair enough! Definitely shop around and see what else is out there. I might try and look into alternative rental solutions for people coming to Japan for an upcoming video. Best of luck with the move, it’s a life changer!🙋🏽‍♂️

RAMEN! 🍜

Thank you mate! Loving it here so much already 🙋🏽‍♂️

Thanks Sara! Looking forward to making more rad content 🙋🏽‍♂️

That’s so kind of you to say! Trying to get back into my groove haha appreciate the support!

サポートしてくれて本当にありがとう ✌🏽 ここが大好きすぎるくらいです！

Likewise brother! Thanks man, I’m stoked to be here finally after all these years and not just out of a suitcase ha! Hope to see you around these parts soon, mate 👍🏼

@@hangswithchristianclosest I’ll be is Osaka between 29th and 31st next month. But there’s always the next I come back.

Ahh I’ll be stuck in school haha but you’ll definitely be back for sure. You love it here just as much!

Yeah all the school tends in Fukuoka tend to be around the same price. That 17,000USD includes 18 months Japanese language school + my own apartment. Just need to do your research into what school suits you really! You can make that amount cheaper on the accommodation stay if you do a share apartment or homestay which sounds like a great experience from my classmates. My next video upcoming is my apartment so you can see what to expect for what I paid! Hope that helps ✌🏽

Mate, that’s amazing! Congratulations! It’s a big move and can be really daunting so having a bass network of friends before you arrive is such such a good idea. HelloTalk is a fantastic way to do that and I found some through there also. I ended up choosing Fukuoka for the smaller sized population(but still large), nearby beaches, nature and access to an international airport. You get the best of everything here! Where are you headed to?

@@hangswithchristian I've not decided yet, my default is Tokyo just because my contacts for work are better there (I'm a freelance photographer) but I'm going to really look at my options over the next few months. I'm quite keen on the idea of working on a farm in the countryside for a couple of months just to do and see something different. Fukuoka makes sense if you are a student, might as well live somewhere cheaper and as you say there's still plenty to see and so there. I have a friend in Kumamoto so looking forward to visiting the south at some point.

I agree! Such an incredible city. Best mix of city, beach and nature. Loveee it!

Haha yeah I have heard that about the DMV. I bet you also waiting on a day where things become more digital, fast paced and easy. But don’t hope for it any day soon!

Yeah I’m here as a student to learn Japanese as I want to do business here in the future. I’ve heard of some other self funded visas though I feel they are more rare to get? Student was definitely the easiest route if you are wanting to move here. I’ve been trying for ages! Good luck and appreciate the support 🙋🏽‍♂️✌🏽

Thanks buddy, really appreciate the support and I’m glad you enjoyed it. I came on a student visa as it was the easiest route. Im thinking about making an upcoming video on that process and how easy/hard it was. Possibly other forms of visa’s to get in country also. Would that help?

@@hangswithchristian That would be awesome to see!

I flew from Australia via Taiwan. Total my flight was around 11 hours. I’m lucky Australia is so close!

Thanks so much, I always love hearing feedback so Im glad you enjoyed it mate! Oh wow, I bet you miss it and hard to move away after that amount of time. Did you have any challenges when you first moved there?

@@hangswithchristian my father was military I was growing up loved it there

Oh wow, that would have been such a great experience growing up there!

Oh yeah good question! Within the first two weeks of arriving, you have to register your new address, and apply to start paying for pension here etc. just living documents really but there is a time period you have to get it done by.

Absolutely buddy! Thanks for watching 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

Nah, on the student visa you can come at any age. We have people of all ages in my school!

Haha I completely and utterly agree! I’ve already got a daily morning workout and plan to keep that going so I don’t fall into a sumo career later down the line ✌🏽

Thank you so much! It’s great to finally call it home 🏡

That is one of my future goals actually!

Haha yeah Im in my 30s though is it too late to pursue this? Absolutely not. You live once, and any dream/goal is achievable if you focus and work hard towards it mate. I was once in your position and I keep questioning if I could do it until I said I could. I address it a little bit in my recent video. Good luck on your journey and thanks for watching mate!🙇🏽‍♂️

@@hangswithchristian just found your channel, love the energy and thanks for the reply brother! Id say we're pretty much from the same group, gives me confidence to give it a crack. All the best and again thank you very much for the reply ill check out the recent and wait for the next upload! 😁

100% 🤣 Drives me insane if Im rushing somewhere haha

It still blows my mind that fax machines are still more common than email! Waiting on the digital day to arrive🙋🏽‍♂️🤣

Ah mate - appreciate the support so much! I can see by your name that you too have a love for Japan so はじめましてと見てくれてありがとう Yeah Im incredibly fortunate to finally move to Japan and already have people here that I know to help me integrate into my new life 🙋🏽‍♂️ Cheers again bud 🇯🇵

I’m looking forward to your next video!🫶☺️

ありがとうございます！ I am so happy to finally be here. It’s been a second home for me for a long time, but now I can stay! Oh nice, I will go to Kumamoto next month for something. Please send me any recommendations! I want to make a video there also. I really love Kyushu. Great balance of many things!

@@hangswithchristian Cheers to that! I also consider Japan (more like Kyushu haha) as my second home. I moved here half a year ago from NYC. I’m not sure what part of Kumamoto you’ll be visiting but here are some rec’s if you’re visiting Kumamoto City. -Ajisen Ramen Flagship store (Kumamoto Ramen) -Suizenjikoen -からまるの唐揚げ 味噌天神店 (if you like Karaage) -五郎八 (A Izakaya that also serves Basashi, Kumamoto’s specialty horse meat) -Ezuko Lake -Houraku Manjuu (Kumamoto Kamitori Store) 蜂楽饅頭 熊本上通店 (can’t go wrong with Manjuu give both the red&white bean a try) -諸国家庭料理PAVAO -Coffee Gallery -Omoken Park オモケンパーク -Take a stroll around Kamitori and Shimotori when you’re in Machi -Kumamoto castle -Aso-Kuju National Park 阿蘇くじゅう国立公園 There are other spots I would recommend but I don’t want to make an overwhelming list 😂. I hope you get to enjoy your visit to Kumamoto when it’s time!

OMG that is an awesome list, appreciate you taking the time to send them my way! Copy and pasted to my notes haha I will read into all of them and make a journey out of it. Thanks so much again and I’m looking forward to exploring Kumamoto buddy🙋🏽‍♂️

Thanks legend! Glad you enjoyed it 🙋🏽‍♂️

Haha none, ever I hope! Thanks buddy - so happy to be here! 🙋🏽‍♂️

Oh that’s great mate, Im sure you won’t have any troubles! It’s such a great country. I’ve had a couple people ask that, so instead I might answer a couple of those questions at the end of my next vlog might be easier?

@@hangswithchristian Sounds awesome! I'll tune it. Thanks mate.

Drop college, start a business in Japan and get permanent residency

@@DestinationJapan95 currently my intention is to do that, but finish my degree first. I want to go over there on the JET program and while working (so I can support myself) I was going to start a business. I was looking at doing something in cultural exchange, but I haven't done a lot of research. Any recommendations for a business startup? I have no particular business knowledge but I will brush up in my spare time.

I love Japan. They love their pets over there so anything in support of that is good. How about a mobile dog/cat groomer? Just baths and nail trims? We love mobile services here in Arizona. You can get mobile grooming and even Veterinary services and you can get a car wash or an oil change in the parking lot at your job. If you work many hours this frees up your weekend 😊 buy a 🚐! Good luck

Yeah that’s very well put! Both have their pro’s and cons like any city but in the end it all comes down to the individual and what matters most to them. I absolutely love Tokyo, it’s where I have spent most of my time and where most of my friends are. But for me personally, I love a city/beachside mix so Fukuoka fits the bill nicely. Appreciate the comment and insight! 👍🏼

Yeah everyone from Fukuoka is so nice and love a good chat hey! It’s the best when you want to practice some Japanese 🇯🇵

Proud of you

Thank you, my dude!

Haha yep, definitely keeping that in mind. Thanks for the reminder though buddy! 👍🏼

Truely am buddy! 🙋🏽‍♂️

Hey mate, nah I went the student visa route. Though I did research the startup route as starting a business here in the future is on the cards but I want to have better Japanese first hence the route I chose. I’m thinking about making an upcoming video on my process, would that help?