I was in Japan a fair aomunt in th 70s. Dispite the crouds, Japam has the best public transporation system anywhere in the world.The public transportation in the USA, expet in a mmall number of mostly east coast cities, totaly sucks. It's probably the worst in the developed world, and worse than some third world nations as well. The Japanese are so polite and helpful that i was confident that I could jump on any train and get where I needed to go, because people would show me how.
When I was in Tokyo I accidentally boarded the women only train car, but by the time I realized, it was too late, the train had already started moving. When I nervously looked around, I found comfort in the fact that there we many other men in there. I later realized that the "women only" status only takes affect during certain times.
Is that possible to use that transportation card in other major cites like kyoto or osaka? For instance, stay in japan for 2 weeks and within those times one may want to go to kyoto.
@hochentis Around Osaka there is an ICOCA card (same as the IC card in Tokyo). I recommend using a bicycle around Kyoto though... It 's cheap and easy.
Ah thx. i'll be in tokyo soon and this is by far stressing me out the most, hopefully I can figure this out here before i'm in the city lost trying to figure out the system. I speak virtually no japanese and i'll be in the city for 4 months by myself so we'll see how that works out. And I laughed so hard when you said "well, jumping in front of trains..I wouldn't call it a HOBBY, but..."
CoOONEY you're the best! fell in love with all your videos and your personality! thanks again!
as for the SUICA, thank GOD! praise the lord!!! i remember when i had to deal with the train system in tokyo... it was exactly what you had mentioned. plus the station employees were no help whatsoever... you'd ask them in english and they'll turn beet-red then reply in japanese as if i'd magically understand.
Really helpful Video. I do have one questionthough, hope someone can help. I'm going tokyo in November and will be travelling mainly there. Do you suggest I get the Suica card or a JR Rail Pass? any help is appreciated
Good video, I been to Tokyo two times and understand the subway system fairly well. My only problem is with Shinjuku and Shinbuya (thanks to my dyslexia)
My uncle and me made a mistake of going on the subway at rush hour. It is amazing at how many people could fit in a subway car.
I do have one question, I tired to give up my seat to one older officer worker, who politely refused, Why was that?
IC card sounds kinda similar to the London Oyster card but as of yet the Oyster Card is not accepted on all Greater London train services but is being extended and expanded gradually
Numbering the stations is a GOOD thing! I always use it to calculate how many stops I have to travel (H20 to H5, okay, 15 stops). Also, when I'm in a rush and I get on the platform and I know I'm going to Kita-Senju (H 21), and I am getting on in Ginza (H 8) then I just look which way the next stop (H 9) is, and then I take that train. It is much faster for calculating.
You are absolutely correct to say that CelticMonkey. Its by far the most well mannered city Ive seen. But speaking in generalities, I would add that I think all people everywhere are basically nice. But every country has a percentage of assholes.
I know I've finished my hirigana, I know a good bit of the grammar, a good bit of the language itself, working on katakana, and have only 10 kanji down. That's been about two years of taking Japanese, but only once a week, and many many missed lessons. Though I hope to move their for college and get a part time job teaching Spanish(Which I'm much more fluent in) and English. ^^ Love your videos, they help A LOT. Only three more years till leave.
I (along with some friends) made our first trip to Tokyo last March and we had no real problems navigating the rail system. We made it a point to acquire some maps of the rails in English from our hotel information desk and those made it super simple to get around the city.
A quick word of advice to anyone using the ticket machines. If all else fails, just but the cheapest ticket available then go to a porter and pay the difference when you arrive at your destination.
Cooney, You are probobly the coolest guy I've ever seen on Youtube. I'm an east coast boy myself and hope to someday go to Japan just as you have. You have shown me that such a dream may not be so farfetched after all. I love it when people make informational videos with humor in them, and to add to it I think you and I have a similar sense of humor. Somthing I'm wondering about however; You never say anything about or show any video of yourself driving a car. Was that ever an option for you?
I have will be going to Japan next year: cars are very expensive and parking, limited. Though family cars are in cities, only in rural areas are cars absolutely essential.
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Are you seriously saying Japanese men are afraid of groping white women? Maybe that's because most white women are fat and ugly, but the pretty ones get groped, I am very sure!
nahh..i heard from my japanese teacher that japanese womens are afraid to stand out and say anything about it and white womens wouldnt mind slapping a pervert
thank you! that was very imformative. I'm a student in the US and I'm considering studying abroad in Tokyo next spring. I was a little worried about the train system(and even the very crowded trains...and the groping....)
You have to buy a card (which is refundable when you don't need the card anymore) from one of the guys that work in the booths next to the ticket gates. After that, just charge it in the selected ticket machines.
My cousin told me when he was stationed there, he and his buddy took the train. While they were on it, this Japanese man fell asleep on his friend's shoulder like, three times. He kept having to wake up the guy. It was really funny.
why does japanese sleep on the subway/trams? ok, they are tired, why not sleep at home? does the ride take so long in Tokyo that u actially can sleep on the way home?
You forgot another interesting factor: The Inagawa Alliance (a well known Yakuza group) bought US$ 255 million worth of Tokyo Kyuko Electric Railway's stock. They own the TOKYU-SEN line trains & stations.
ahh Great! hahaa when i was there the first time i took the train i was soo LOST.. but i figured it pretty qwick. and i did find out the hard way that train IS cheeper than a freggin taxi... blah! 180 bucks from narita to akasaka.
Hey Tokyocooney, thanks for so many informative vlogs, im going to Japan in about a month and I will be buying a JR Rail Pass from one of the sites listed in your About section.
IMPORTANT!!!! If you are traveling from Ikebukero to Shinjuku (I.e. me coming from Sunshine city to meet kevin and sam) DO NOT TAKE the Marunoci Line....take the Train....it's essentially a big horseshoe that takes 40 minutes to get from Ikebukero to Shinjuku vs. a 6 minute trip on the train.
Stop the press! Audio blog!?!?! wow theres me having cooney withdrawls and I have a whole load of audio to enjoy? Sugoi! You have made my day again! Maji arigatou!
Good to see you again. I always wondered how the transportation system worked over there (I didn't ask), and after I watched this, I think the French métro system is easier to use...safer probably. I get freaked out whenever there is a speeding train and no wall between the platform and the train.
I recommend taking man to man lessons with an experienced/qualified teacher.
Best bargain for a place to ive in tokyo is in the suburbs, Saitama or Chiba. But in the city, near Ikebukuro (seibuikebukuro line or tobutojo line) is not that expenisve neither is north east tokyo near nippori.
Tokyo's trains are really interesting to learn about. Thanks for the info, and the piece about how "accident" really means "dead guy under train" was really helpful! ^^
Wow, your like all serious and informative! Nice work! Links, really helpful info... I know it takes a lot of time to put these together, but keep it up! Look forward to hearing the more light hearted rants on the audio blog...
I think it's also worth mentioning that for the families of the people that commit those "accidents," they're held accountable for any damages to the trains and also have to pay for the clean-up as well. Just another thing to keep in mind as you're leaning over to time your jump, lol.
I wish I knew about these vlogs last year before I left for Japan! @#%@ haha. I had to take a local train from Omiyashiki to Shinajawa station... sounds simple but there are LOCAL, RAPID and EXPRESS trains. It seemed everytime I would Omiyashiki station as I cursed my stupidity. But the JR lines are very easy to get a handle of and within a few days I was taking short cuts rather than convienent but longer lines.
Despite not being female, I always traveled in the Women Only section. No one else is usually there and it is a great place to chat it up with friends.
Most excellent information! If we ever get down to doing more than PLANNING the Big Trip to Japan, that will come in handy. Of course, you know, my kids keep saying, "If we go, remember, we have to bring like, a CASE of Taco Bell kits for Mr. Cooney!! Because... he REALLY LIKES Taco Bell!"
And it is kind of sad that a Women's Only car is necessary, isn't it? Those gals should learn to just... start stomping on feet! That'll larn 'em!
Well....I'm going to Tokyo next week and will pass by Chicago if you want, I could try it. Not sure too if it will get pass the customs...or if they even have it in the duty free shop (I don't think I'll be allowed to leave the airport for a 3h stop in Chicago)
Hey Cooney, good informative video, the jr rail pass can also be used on all the JR buses and the one JR ferry somewhere in Japan.
1 week is $241
2 week is $384
3 week is $491
On my trip there last year I never got clued into the suica card. I had to play the game of figuring out how much my fare would be from the wallboards. Dealing with the ticket machines wasn't bad The spaghetti thing when looking at the train map definitely threw me at first too.
I really like this video -- lots of effort - you explained everything really well - Most deflinatly the cards are the way to go- no need to muck around with money.
I did find that the younger rail staff tended to speak some form of understandable English which did help when I got lost -- but very easy to get around with the numbers and colours.
Yes, Its considered rude to put on make up on the train. But MANY women do it. Personally I dont care. Id be bothered by someone putting perfume on in the train, but makeup is not a bother to me. I think its a very 19050s rule.
wow lots of info thanks , the card is like the oyster card in london u can use it on all transport and you can put what ever amount of money on it .its a good system.........glad your back
In my experience too, people are generaly helpful with directions. I once missed the last train when I was visiting Tokyo so I decided to try to walk back to the hotel, got a bit lost and asked someone for directions. My Japanese wasn't very good at the time and he was kind enough to explain where I needed to go and even draw me a map.
Same here - I was kinda lost, and the trains had just stopped running, so a ver nice lady asked her friend who had come to pick her up from the station if he could help, and before you know it I'm being driven across town. Now that is hospitality.
I had a damn hard time my first day trying to getting around the Tokyo area. It seemed convoluted, and anything but user-friendly. Fortunately, I didn't seem to have such a hard time with the train station Tourist Information desks then you seem to make them out to be.
Most were quite helpful, and the Ueno station actually gave me a map, and got a hold of a representative that spoke English. It was a load off my shoulders, to say the least. Thanks again for another video!
For being unhelpful I was referrng to the staff working inside the station, not the Tourist Information booth staff. Of course they are helpful. But the regular train station staff are busy working, so they are usually only begrudgingly helpful, and rarely speak english.
Great post Cooney. And I for one can attest to the incredible efficiency and relative simplicity if the Tokyo railway system. Growing up in NYC and having traveled quite a bit already, Tokyo's system is the best hands down.
Paying for individual tix is a pain in the arse when its busy. When I was in Japan for a month a year or so ago I wish I knew about the Suica card. I was buying tix for every roundtrip ride.
Good tip. I saw everyone using them, but didn't know where to get it.
Arigatou! *bow* hehe you should watch the movie suicide club (suicide circle in Japan). It takes jumping in front of a train to new levels. Lots of blood... and panties.
HAHAHAH.....didnt want to go to work ever again....lol...keep these videos comming....."its my dream to go to tokyo"..also can you make a video about the girls?..ha
I was in Japan a fair aomunt in th 70s. Dispite the crouds, Japam has the best public transporation system anywhere in the world.The public transportation in the USA, expet in a mmall number of mostly east coast cities, totaly sucks. It's probably the worst in the developed world, and worse than some third world nations as well. The Japanese are so polite and helpful that i was confident that I could jump on any train and get where I needed to go, because people would show me how.
milascave2 2 weeks ago
Ahaha i rode the women train a few times by accident without noticing. i wondered why i was the only guy O_O
kurai6 5 months ago
Woman's only cart because they are commonly raped, that is why. :D
imSNIFFLES 6 months ago
What do you do a living in Japan ?
n1athanz 7 months ago
thx going to tokyo in july 21 cant wait
phillyboygamingnerd 7 months ago
When I was in Tokyo I accidentally boarded the women only train car, but by the time I realized, it was too late, the train had already started moving. When I nervously looked around, I found comfort in the fact that there we many other men in there. I later realized that the "women only" status only takes affect during certain times.
Level84 9 months ago
i have a question..can 2 people use this card..me and my sister planing vacation in tokyo for 15 days and can we buy one card and use it??
doncorleoneug100 1 year ago
very informative video..i will use this when i visit japan in the spring/summer
TheConspiracyMan8 1 year ago
LMAO IT GOT FUNNY WHEN U GOT TO THE PEOPLE JUMING UNDER TRAINS
iEatRaiinbowz17 1 year ago
wow wow wait what do you work in? and how much u get paid?
iEatRaiinbowz17 1 year ago
lol 5:45 that woman was really interested in what you were saying!
stevietsuvideos 1 year ago
most common transportation in japan - walking
stevengood12 1 year ago
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novailablename 1 year ago
anime and manga have thot me that woman in trains get raped or seriously close to it <.<
boy4everjoy 1 year ago
This video is extremely helpful but I also enjoyed watching all the people walking behind you.
Soralella71 1 year ago
AHAHAHAHA 3:37 girl walks by, and he takes a second to check her out, and fumbles over words
hellas1821 1 year ago
how much are taxi cabs?
heats1 1 year ago
going to use your video in my presentation xD! thank you for the effort <3 keep it up.
meme0dxb0unique 1 year ago
Is that possible to use that transportation card in other major cites like kyoto or osaka? For instance, stay in japan for 2 weeks and within those times one may want to go to kyoto.
hochentis 1 year ago
@hochentis Around Osaka there is an ICOCA card (same as the IC card in Tokyo). I recommend using a bicycle around Kyoto though... It 's cheap and easy.
AndrewDominoes 1 year ago
japanese men are scared to grope American woman ha
TheRedDash 1 year ago
If you dont mind my asking, how much do you think a train ride cost if it's about a 10 minute ride?
HareFangirl 1 year ago
@HareFangirl the train itself will give u a ride until it reaches the last stop, it doesnt charge for the time you're in it. :]
coughsnif 1 year ago
Ah thx. i'll be in tokyo soon and this is by far stressing me out the most, hopefully I can figure this out here before i'm in the city lost trying to figure out the system. I speak virtually no japanese and i'll be in the city for 4 months by myself so we'll see how that works out. And I laughed so hard when you said "well, jumping in front of trains..I wouldn't call it a HOBBY, but..."
kittyxproductions 1 year ago
Do the Suico vending machine have an English button?
SierraHitsuzen 1 year ago
Thanks very usefull
mountainrunner62 1 year ago
you are cool dude..thanks for the infomation
sim7607 1 year ago
Just wanted to say a big: THANKS! You
ve made me a bt more relaxed about transportation in Tokyo. Flying in only 4 hours and have been a bit nervous about this matter hehe.
sweetandsourvideo 2 years ago
Anyone know how you refill those cards?
wylfwylfwylf 2 years ago
CoOONEY you're the best! fell in love with all your videos and your personality! thanks again!
as for the SUICA, thank GOD! praise the lord!!! i remember when i had to deal with the train system in tokyo... it was exactly what you had mentioned. plus the station employees were no help whatsoever... you'd ask them in english and they'll turn beet-red then reply in japanese as if i'd magically understand.
TyLeRRieSe 2 years ago 2
that card is basically an Oyster card
wachmekillu 2 years ago
except that you can also use it on all main line trains and some newsagents and vending machines as payment. but yeah Oyster card sprung to mind.
bluegrl80 2 years ago
true. its kind of a rip that you cant use oyster for overgrounds :|
wachmekillu 2 years ago
Thank a lot! I am going there in dec. Ur videos are very informative . I am a instant fan now.
luckyforever75 2 years ago
I agree, very helpful videos, thanks a lot Cooney!
wylfwylfwylf 2 years ago
If you were a pretty woman, I'd be riding that train too.
:-)
DavePerry2012 2 years ago
Every other word is "Uh...."
indiasucksalways 2 years ago
Youtuber of the year ;)
Cipirano 2 years ago 4
Really helpful Video. I do have one questionthough, hope someone can help. I'm going tokyo in November and will be travelling mainly there. Do you suggest I get the Suica card or a JR Rail Pass? any help is appreciated
pushak 2 years ago
thank god for suica lol
makes it easy
ive rode the women only one before haha
was awkward
kendyo 2 years ago
SUICA! Hehe. I actually like how it sounds. :D cute little penguin. <3
cherriedpie 2 years ago
Good video, I been to Tokyo two times and understand the subway system fairly well. My only problem is with Shinjuku and Shinbuya (thanks to my dyslexia)
My uncle and me made a mistake of going on the subway at rush hour. It is amazing at how many people could fit in a subway car.
I do have one question, I tired to give up my seat to one older officer worker, who politely refused, Why was that?
pgwchaos 2 years ago
Don't mind. S/he just felt s/he was still young and strong.
sat2006wcst 2 years ago
IC card sounds kinda similar to the London Oyster card but as of yet the Oyster Card is not accepted on all Greater London train services but is being extended and expanded gradually
ashita100 2 years ago
On point, man! 100 % correct
syke54 2 years ago
lol man...you are talented..really useful infos u bring us. and this sarcasms of yours is truly original..keep it up. LOVIN ur vids! THANKS!
giakkaru 2 years ago
'Accident' suggests to me 'crash'... I would rather the dead guy!
Punk7680 2 years ago
agree
megamanxu 2 years ago
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even if 5 years old child can get on a train alone in Japan !!!. why did you feel so difficulty it?
innpressTV 2 years ago
lmao i love this man's sarcasam, I love himmm!
xtinaa890 2 years ago
Numbering the stations is a GOOD thing! I always use it to calculate how many stops I have to travel (H20 to H5, okay, 15 stops). Also, when I'm in a rush and I get on the platform and I know I'm going to Kita-Senju (H 21), and I am getting on in Ginza (H 8) then I just look which way the next stop (H 9) is, and then I take that train. It is much faster for calculating.
250mxrider 2 years ago
You are absolutely correct to say that CelticMonkey. Its by far the most well mannered city Ive seen. But speaking in generalities, I would add that I think all people everywhere are basically nice. But every country has a percentage of assholes.
tokyocooney 2 years ago
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Japan is like chocolate covered shit ...you realize after years of being here
TheHeadHunter824 2 years ago
tell me why
jtstowe 2 years ago
Yes after you are there there over a few years ,Id like to see how you feel
TheHeadHunter824 2 years ago
I know I've finished my hirigana, I know a good bit of the grammar, a good bit of the language itself, working on katakana, and have only 10 kanji down. That's been about two years of taking Japanese, but only once a week, and many many missed lessons. Though I hope to move their for college and get a part time job teaching Spanish(Which I'm much more fluent in) and English. ^^ Love your videos, they help A LOT. Only three more years till leave.
crazyrareta 2 years ago
dang! I cant wait to go to japan one day! so excited!!!
Thsiscool 2 years ago
omg how many times does he go "errrr" or "errrm" or "ahhh".. good video though
konnection1 2 years ago
I like how he mentions the womens only train and then a group of school girls keeps coming by
PattyDFFS 2 years ago
may I ask why you are in japan?
JapanLover4eva 2 years ago
wow, like London, but clean :)
PipsyPops 2 years ago 4
dude your vids are so helpfull its unbelieveable. you ROCK!!!
keep up the good work :)
salimw13 3 years ago 20
I (along with some friends) made our first trip to Tokyo last March and we had no real problems navigating the rail system. We made it a point to acquire some maps of the rails in English from our hotel information desk and those made it super simple to get around the city.
A quick word of advice to anyone using the ticket machines. If all else fails, just but the cheapest ticket available then go to a porter and pay the difference when you arrive at your destination.
BoukenLou 3 years ago 3
I love your videos. thanks for posting them!
pwnshizzle49 3 years ago 2
That card is sweet. There should be similar systems in place in every city.
6663000 3 years ago
Cooney, You are probobly the coolest guy I've ever seen on Youtube. I'm an east coast boy myself and hope to someday go to Japan just as you have. You have shown me that such a dream may not be so farfetched after all. I love it when people make informational videos with humor in them, and to add to it I think you and I have a similar sense of humor. Somthing I'm wondering about however; You never say anything about or show any video of yourself driving a car. Was that ever an option for you?
neovex 3 years ago 32
Hey neovex,
I have will be going to Japan next year: cars are very expensive and parking, limited. Though family cars are in cities, only in rural areas are cars absolutely essential.
joichan 3 years ago
good info
chellyman 3 years ago
thanks for the info! I bought my japan pass already so imma go to japan now (LOL!)
Nastrodamous89 3 years ago
yep thats true, i went to japan and bought that railpass and was able to travel anywhere including the Shinkansen.
alicenine33 3 years ago 2
Alice,
Cool. Thanks for the info.
eatandtravel 3 years ago
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Are you seriously saying Japanese men are afraid of groping white women? Maybe that's because most white women are fat and ugly, but the pretty ones get groped, I am very sure!
slonkon 3 years ago
steriotypes much? we have the hot lesbos so who cares ^_^
Freiza890 3 years ago
nahh..i heard from my japanese teacher that japanese womens are afraid to stand out and say anything about it and white womens wouldnt mind slapping a pervert
AznCuddy510 3 years ago 5
dude what the web site for the groping information you have?
highriskbeer 3 years ago
thank you! that was very imformative. I'm a student in the US and I'm considering studying abroad in Tokyo next spring. I was a little worried about the train system(and even the very crowded trains...and the groping....)
DahliaRose 3 years ago 3
phew...i thought if i went there i would be totally lost in translation.
superritz 3 years ago
very informative video.
I could not have done better myself!
Life has been much simpler since i got my suica
hahaha
teddyinjapan 3 years ago
How do you get one?
virusone25 3 years ago
You have to buy a card (which is refundable when you don't need the card anymore) from one of the guys that work in the booths next to the ticket gates. After that, just charge it in the selected ticket machines.
teddyinjapan 3 years ago 2
HAHA! I knew you had a Suica card.
fdsman 3 years ago
thx alot for this now im not as scared ;)
greenhatboy 3 years ago
wow..ur my guide to Tokyo
allforass69 3 years ago 4
thanks for the video...but I believe Yamanote Line will get you around 80~90percent of the major sites in central Tokyo..
Vactroban 4 years ago
very informant, thank you
AbhiB 4 years ago
This is really useful. At least I know which car to go into to avoid being groped :P
lazypuddycat 4 years ago
im dressing up as a girl and getting on that car. hahaha
genphilip 4 years ago
Oh yea, one of the most helpful videos I've seen, thanks!
randomchrome 4 years ago
My cousin told me when he was stationed there, he and his buddy took the train. While they were on it, this Japanese man fell asleep on his friend's shoulder like, three times. He kept having to wake up the guy. It was really funny.
randomchrome 4 years ago
as im watching this video, i notice people are looking at you--why? lol,
sailormoonFan25 4 years ago
why does japanese sleep on the subway/trams? ok, they are tired, why not sleep at home? does the ride take so long in Tokyo that u actially can sleep on the way home?
malekamoves 4 years ago
Living in Japan is very expensive so they work very hard for many hours and hardly have time to sleep.
andrewsienky 4 years ago 3
and, Asians tend to be bit more productive than other colours.
Vactroban 4 years ago
Thanks for the video. I leave for Tokyo in Jan 08 and will be using the trains/subways while I am there.
caldwdo 4 years ago
We have cards just like those in the UK (someone may have already said so in the comments). They are called oyster cards...
sharktamer 4 years ago
You forgot another interesting factor: The Inagawa Alliance (a well known Yakuza group) bought US$ 255 million worth of Tokyo Kyuko Electric Railway's stock. They own the TOKYU-SEN line trains & stations.
ImperialPimp 4 years ago
you seem pretty paranoid there
DarkDevil5AO 4 years ago
im would kick the shit out of a asian if he grouped me in a train
gloria45 4 years ago
hahhah "i actually levitated because the bus was so crowded"
hahahah ur funny.
but thanks for all the info! im going to Tokyo to a language school there for 2 whole months. :D
ilovehollycombs 4 years ago
ahh Great! hahaa when i was there the first time i took the train i was soo LOST.. but i figured it pretty qwick. and i did find out the hard way that train IS cheeper than a freggin taxi... blah! 180 bucks from narita to akasaka.
DreamMover 4 years ago
Hey Tokyocooney, thanks for so many informative vlogs, im going to Japan in about a month and I will be buying a JR Rail Pass from one of the sites listed in your About section.
Akira247 4 years ago
jishin jiko the nat. pastime of japan?
keyfob 4 years ago
Wow!!! Excellent info, Mr. Cooney! Thanks!
jepst41 4 years ago 2
Grate vid with lots of info.
Man no more paper tickets for every ride.
bfrance2002 4 years ago 2
great video
loved it
ukichik 4 years ago
good vid, just able to get to a computer lol
made 10 minutes of my day
afronathan 4 years ago 3
IMPORTANT!!!! If you are traveling from Ikebukero to Shinjuku (I.e. me coming from Sunshine city to meet kevin and sam) DO NOT TAKE the Marunoci Line....take the Train....it's essentially a big horseshoe that takes 40 minutes to get from Ikebukero to Shinjuku vs. a 6 minute trip on the train.
Remember that Kevin?
KaoticFdr1 4 years ago 2
I remember that. That was pretty fun. the ultimate Noob mistake on tokyo subways.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
@KaoticFdr1
Now ikebukuro and shinjuku-sanchome of marunouchi line are connected by Fukutoshin line. its so useful!
decosava 1 year ago
Stop the press! Audio blog!?!?! wow theres me having cooney withdrawls and I have a whole load of audio to enjoy? Sugoi! You have made my day again! Maji arigatou!
murasakiryu 4 years ago
Good to see you again. I always wondered how the transportation system worked over there (I didn't ask), and after I watched this, I think the French métro system is easier to use...safer probably. I get freaked out whenever there is a speeding train and no wall between the platform and the train.
KawaiiRini 4 years ago
Yes, but the tokyo subway doesnt have gypsies playing accordion. Im not sure if thats a plus or minus.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
I like the opening sequence :) It was very proffesional
Kathespoonmonkey 4 years ago
Interesting hobby...
fireraider747 4 years ago
They Kevin, quick question what is the best way to learn how to speak Japanese.
Also, where do you recommend living in Tokyo (best bargain).
aedean 4 years ago
I recommend taking man to man lessons with an experienced/qualified teacher.
Best bargain for a place to ive in tokyo is in the suburbs, Saitama or Chiba. But in the city, near Ikebukuro (seibuikebukuro line or tobutojo line) is not that expenisve neither is north east tokyo near nippori.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Awesome, thanks for replying. I'm going to Japan for the first time in November. Looking forward to it!
aedean 4 years ago 4
Cool thanks
crazynolan 4 years ago
Tokyo's trains are really interesting to learn about. Thanks for the info, and the piece about how "accident" really means "dead guy under train" was really helpful! ^^
Same0ldStuff 4 years ago 2
Awesome, great information! I was wondering about the transit system a lot.
SatoNiji 4 years ago
THanks for the video!
You rock (^_^)
Jerusalaim 4 years ago 3
Awesome vlog, subscribed !
PannaLogic 4 years ago
Wow, your like all serious and informative! Nice work! Links, really helpful info... I know it takes a lot of time to put these together, but keep it up! Look forward to hearing the more light hearted rants on the audio blog...
jugglingriverboy 4 years ago
Thanks Brian.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Thank you so much for posting, Tokyocooney, I enjoyed it very much. Interesting city, Tokyo.
SIAtoSingapore 4 years ago 2
Thanks for the video... tokyo is so crazy huge. My Vlogs aren't really about anything like this, but check them out anyway =P
InsertSh4de 4 years ago
awesome video
ShaderZ 4 years ago
they need that car to protect them from me
keyfob 4 years ago
I think it's also worth mentioning that for the families of the people that commit those "accidents," they're held accountable for any damages to the trains and also have to pay for the clean-up as well. Just another thing to keep in mind as you're leaning over to time your jump, lol.
Phleborrhagia 4 years ago
Always wondered; what kind of camera do you use?
SrgtWilco 4 years ago
Sanyo Xacti
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Thanks for this. Very clear and informative. Even though I've been to Tokyo a few times, never realised about Suica and Passmo cards :D
uniqlo47 4 years ago
* It seemed everytime I would try to get to Omiyashiki station I would see it whiz by as I cursed my stupidity* baka no gaijin desu ne
dev0ved 4 years ago
I feel your pain.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
I wish I knew about these vlogs last year before I left for Japan! @#%@ haha. I had to take a local train from Omiyashiki to Shinajawa station... sounds simple but there are LOCAL, RAPID and EXPRESS trains. It seemed everytime I would Omiyashiki station as I cursed my stupidity. But the JR lines are very easy to get a handle of and within a few days I was taking short cuts rather than convienent but longer lines.
dev0ved 4 years ago
Thxs for the tip n tricks <3 !!!
troubledwings33 4 years ago
Despite not being female, I always traveled in the Women Only section. No one else is usually there and it is a great place to chat it up with friends.
RyuuHasha 4 years ago
lol rush hour....women only part..ちかん か?
lol
theyr pretty popular.
Anyways, thanks for the informative vlog.
Its been a while man!
Keep em coming.
Hope everything is good over there.
bai bai ne
angelusofdeath 4 years ago
sounds like Chicago...but service here REALLY SUKS!
bluA7 4 years ago 2
I was a pretty woman I guess I'd be ridin that one :D
BRAINCONSTRUCTION 4 years ago
good video
mini7donkey 4 years ago
Most excellent information! If we ever get down to doing more than PLANNING the Big Trip to Japan, that will come in handy. Of course, you know, my kids keep saying, "If we go, remember, we have to bring like, a CASE of Taco Bell kits for Mr. Cooney!! Because... he REALLY LIKES Taco Bell!"
And it is kind of sad that a Women's Only car is necessary, isn't it? Those gals should learn to just... start stomping on feet! That'll larn 'em!
auntbijou 4 years ago
Im not sure if thts gonna make it through customs, but if it does... BRING ME SOME TACO BELL!!!
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Well....I'm going to Tokyo next week and will pass by Chicago if you want, I could try it. Not sure too if it will get pass the customs...or if they even have it in the duty free shop (I don't think I'll be allowed to leave the airport for a 3h stop in Chicago)
Keshu 4 years ago
No, Im pretty certain it wouldnt survive the trip... though thanks for the thought.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Hey Cooney, good informative video, the jr rail pass can also be used on all the JR buses and the one JR ferry somewhere in Japan.
1 week is $241
2 week is $384
3 week is $491
On my trip there last year I never got clued into the suica card. I had to play the game of figuring out how much my fare would be from the wallboards. Dealing with the ticket machines wasn't bad The spaghetti thing when looking at the train map definitely threw me at first too.
norsehawk 4 years ago
Thanks for that. I also put a link to some more info in the video description section.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
WOW. tnx this will help me ö v ö!
Claine87 4 years ago
I really like this video -- lots of effort - you explained everything really well - Most deflinatly the cards are the way to go- no need to muck around with money.
I did find that the younger rail staff tended to speak some form of understandable English which did help when I got lost -- but very easy to get around with the numbers and colours.
Oh ... yea .. nice hair cut :-P
junkienet 4 years ago
Thanks man great vid!
Rienaldinho 4 years ago
Great video. Very informational and I'll be using this and the visa video in order to kind of get a feel for my future in Japan.
gencbiba 4 years ago
Thanks for these blogs. I love watching them!
I heard that putting on makeup on the train is considered really bad etiquette. Do you know if this is true?
drewamoo 4 years ago
Yes, Its considered rude to put on make up on the train. But MANY women do it. Personally I dont care. Id be bothered by someone putting perfume on in the train, but makeup is not a bother to me. I think its a very 19050s rule.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
wow lots of info thanks , the card is like the oyster card in london u can use it on all transport and you can put what ever amount of money on it .its a good system.........glad your back
theuglyninja 4 years ago
In my experience too, people are generaly helpful with directions. I once missed the last train when I was visiting Tokyo so I decided to try to walk back to the hotel, got a bit lost and asked someone for directions. My Japanese wasn't very good at the time and he was kind enough to explain where I needed to go and even draw me a map.
:)
6wings 4 years ago
Same here - I was kinda lost, and the trains had just stopped running, so a ver nice lady asked her friend who had come to pick her up from the station if he could help, and before you know it I'm being driven across town. Now that is hospitality.
BigTwitchy 4 years ago 2
I had a damn hard time my first day trying to getting around the Tokyo area. It seemed convoluted, and anything but user-friendly. Fortunately, I didn't seem to have such a hard time with the train station Tourist Information desks then you seem to make them out to be.
Most were quite helpful, and the Ueno station actually gave me a map, and got a hold of a representative that spoke English. It was a load off my shoulders, to say the least. Thanks again for another video!
shrgnatlas 4 years ago
For being unhelpful I was referrng to the staff working inside the station, not the Tourist Information booth staff. Of course they are helpful. But the regular train station staff are busy working, so they are usually only begrudgingly helpful, and rarely speak english.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
one time i didnt realize i was going through the gate for Suica card and i got stuck so i just jumped it
rageOagainstOtico 4 years ago
YEAH!!!YOU ARE BACK!!!
It's a great video with tones of information...
habiebiee 4 years ago
I LOVE the one-week foreigners' rail pass! You wave it in front of the guy, and he lets you through. It's like magic!
maneneko 4 years ago
Very informative! Five stars.
JustSujC 4 years ago
When will you post your next video on japan? Thanks.
frosty321 4 years ago
As soon as I have time off from working.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
working = training to be a ninja right?
the6thmonkey 4 years ago
The private lines that go out of Tokyo don't have the English. Or at least not all of them. :(
kindred84 4 years ago
cool video man,
thanx for the information
RyokoHametsu 4 years ago
Great post Cooney. And I for one can attest to the incredible efficiency and relative simplicity if the Tokyo railway system. Growing up in NYC and having traveled quite a bit already, Tokyo's system is the best hands down.
ghanakidd 4 years ago
Another tokyocooney addict! Keep 'em comin' ya got some COOL and AWESOME vids.
qualqui 4 years ago
Weird ending Cooney, but great vid...keep em coming. I'm addicted.
limestarinc 4 years ago
Paying for individual tix is a pain in the arse when its busy. When I was in Japan for a month a year or so ago I wish I knew about the Suica card. I was buying tix for every roundtrip ride.
Good tip. I saw everyone using them, but didn't know where to get it.
limestarinc 4 years ago
Is it true that the passengers are quiet in the trains?
Taurus702B 4 years ago
More often than not they are sleeping. Those who are awake aree reading or writing messages on their mobile. Its VERY quiet.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Wow dude you answered many of my questions.
Arigatou! *bow* hehe you should watch the movie suicide club (suicide circle in Japan). It takes jumping in front of a train to new levels. Lots of blood... and panties.
sexymdlman 4 years ago
Do you mean 5000 yen? becuase 500 yen isn't that much :S. Btw. Love the vids!
Dementedskull 4 years ago
Just checked... its 730 yen to be exact. But thats a one day pass for the JR line ONLY, in the Tokyo area Only.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
Oh sorry I thought you were asking about the one day pass.. but yes the deposit on the Suica Card is 500 yen.
tokyocooney 4 years ago
$5 for a deposit on a piece of metallic plastic with a chip of some form in it is pretty reasonable. $50 would be kinda crazy for that...
kindred84 4 years ago
HAHAHAH.....didnt want to go to work ever again....lol...keep these videos comming....."its my dream to go to tokyo"..also can you make a video about the girls?..ha
Midnight7001 4 years ago
nice video... as always lol
GaijinDevin 4 years ago