This is no ordinary Limited Express train. The Yakumo Limited Express that we took from Matsue in the San’s region to Okayama in the Sanyo region in Japan was totally redesigned in 2024. Our trip was about one year after its introduction. We decided to try Green Class or as the Japan Rail literature likes to call it, first class. The designer, Yasuyuku Kawanishi, took his design inspiration from the name of the train, Yakumo which means “springing clouds” and you’ll see this layout in the train’s logo and repeated as a design motif in side the train, especially semi-compartment seating area. Our Green (or first class) car was quite handsome with wide, comfortable seats finished i with a lovely orange-ish fabric. We thought the extra expense for our green car seats was well worth it, but take a look at our video and judge for yourself.
As a bonus, we will show you why the destination, Okayama is so worthwhile. We’ll take you on a tour of the peaceful Korakuen garden, dating back to the 16th Century and one of Japan’s finest gardens. Then we’ll take you on a day trip by local train to nearby Kurashiki, which is famous for its Bikan Historical District.
So join us for a spectacular Japan travel adventure!.
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Arigato for another enjoyable, informative video. I enjoyed seeing the gardener clipping (shaping) the large tree. It was nice to see Japanese tourists visiting the historic town. Also, a pleasure to learn how historic warehouses had been adapted for contemporary use.
Enjoy the lowkey call presentation. I always learn something. Thanks for sharing. How did you pick the places you are visiting?
Fun fact: Japan used to have three classes on its trains — first, second, and third class. Over time, first class was abolished. What had been second class was renamed “Green Car” (the premium seating you see today), and third class became the standard “ordinary” class. So today’s Green Car is historically closer to second class than first class.
You folks inspire others to save for the future so they can enjoy traveling too (instead of just vicariously through your YOUTUBE channel)
This is the model for true travel in Japan. Discover Japan Travel This is a perfect example of a trip to get to know the real Japan, avoiding the hustle and bustle of big cities❤ Discover Japan Travel.
The Yakumo Express "Yakumo" refers to "Koizumi Yakumo," an American who became a naturalized Japanese citizen and is known as Patrick Lafcadio Hearn. He is known as the person who introduced Japanese ghost stories to the world. The Yakumo Express was named in honor of his achievements.
Ah~, being off-the-beat tourists, you visited Matsue, and took the train down to Okayama. Kurashiki is also a real gem to visit, but not so hidden anymore.
How did you like Japan ?
Japanese people love eating EKIBEN on trains ♩
こうゆう素敵な車両も有るんですね！
国内なのに知りませんでした。
今日初めてこのチャンネルを知りました。素敵なご夫婦ですね。
動画もとても美しく素晴らしい物でした。すでに過去の動画もいくつか見ましたが
もっと見てみたくなりました。😄
何て素敵な。これこそ私が理想とする旅ですよ。
岡山の観光を紹介していただいてありがとう御座います！🎉岡山港からは小豆島、宇野港からは直島に渡る航路もあります。鉄道で瀬戸大橋を渡って四国にも行けます。色々楽しんで下さい
誰にとっても人生は一度限り。この世界を体験できる時間は限られています。その大切な時間の中で旅先として日本という場所を選んでいただいたことを誇りに思います。
Welcome to our train, YAKUMO, which we designed. This is Yasuyuki KAWANISHI, the designer of this train. I am happy that you enjoyed a comfortable time onboard.
When I was a young man, I travelled from Seattle to Vancouver by Amtrak train. It was such a beautiful coastline and mountain view. I got a lot of inspiration from that time. Thank you very much.
日本を楽しんでくれて嬉しいね。近隣の某国と違い､訪問国への敬意､礼節と常識が感じられます。 thank you for your visit to Japan. We welcome you anytime. Hope u enjoyed the trip,eh?
（やくもに乗車予定のある皆様へ）
足置きは素の状態であれば靴で、裏返して使用する場合には靴を脱いで使用するようです。
これからも応援しています。