MASSIVE TOP SECRET ANNOUNCEMENT: What I've Been Hiding All Year FINALLY Revealed
Added 2024-08-09 01:58:12 +0000 UTCAt long long long last.
I can finally reveal this huge announcement I've been alluding to for many weeks now...
A very exciting announcement that'll have big, exciting, stressful, wonderful ramifications for the rest of the year. A project that we've been working on since the start of 2024.
WE ARE OPENING A REAL, ACTUAL BAR IN TOKYO!
Following on from the incredible success of last year's Kyoto bar last year, we wanted to follow it up with a Tokyo bar.
But unlike Kyoto, rather than a limited week long event, this time we've gone all in and actually opened a full blown cocktail bar, in a renovated space, right in the absolute centre of Tokyo that'll hopefully be around for years to come.
This time everyone can swing by.
From delicious 'Like a Magic' cocktails and my dream cheese plate, to a swanky private room with Pacman and an awesome night time vibe, it's the quintessential Abroad in Japan bar made alongside Sharla.
I won't lie, it's been a long journey to get here. Turns out starting and renovating a bar in Tokyo isn't easy (surprise surprise).
And there's plenty more to reveal and discuss.
But it opens next week! And before it officially opens to the public, we'll be holding a Patreon-only event for a few hours before the doors open.
Obviously tickets are limited but fear not if you can't make it, it won't be the last Patreon event.
And of course, after that you can swing by any time you like - it's a bar after all!
Tickets for the event are here:
Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pre-opening-patreon-party-tickets-981115471787
As you'd expect, we've got a hilarious bumper video coming out with tours with the holy trinity of excellent (Natsuki, Pete, Connor), similar to the ramen shop studio reveal.
And of course plenty of questions remain to be answered in the coming days.
Where is it? What's it called? What does a 'Too Much Volcano' cocktail taste like?
But get ready because August is going to be bloody wild.
For now though, as always guys thanks for your support. I couldn't have reached this point without you. Every year, I've wondered if there's one more level we can reach - one more boundary to be pushed.
Natsuki: The Movie, Journey Across Japan, Ken Watanabe, the Abroad in Japan studio, raising $1m on the Cyclethon, the bestselling book, meeting the King and the Emperor at Buckingham Palace. It's all been bloody crazy and hard to keep up with honestly.
Having a tangible, real location Abroad in Japan viewers can sit, drink and escape the chaos of Tokyo is a long awaited and very exciting step indeed.
Can't wait to see you there guys,
Chris
P.S. Also this month we've got the cycle video dropping and the Q&A video amongst other videos! The icing on the cake.
Comments
This is great and shows a huge commitment and love of Japan. Hope you all have good luck with excellent managers. As you all probably know good kitchen & floor mangers .. While I haven't worked in a restaurant since college I have hung out alot with those who did including a family run place that lasted into the third generation. Owning a place can be like best and hopefully not often worst of times .may you all have a blessed time through this journey.
Pookha hare
2024-08-15 16:36:33 +0000 UTCCongrats Chris! hopefully when I come to Japan I’ll be able to visit the bar and support you and Sharla even more!
Ryan Matzinger
2024-08-15 12:13:10 +0000 UTCWHERE IS IT???
Ursula Katayama-O'Connor
2024-08-15 02:56:37 +0000 UTCAhh wow! This is actually amazing! I hope to visit one day! I’ll donate a bottle of good old tanqueray!
Hayley Khan
2024-08-14 20:41:52 +0000 UTCHey all, If you’ve got tickets for tonight’s event, check your emails for one from Sharla Channel. I just got mine, and fortunately checked my junk folder, as it ended up in there. See ya all then!
David Braaten
2024-08-14 01:37:06 +0000 UTCSharla just sent out an email with the info!
Harry Bonyari
2024-08-14 01:33:30 +0000 UTCWhat’s the location? Bought a ticket and can’t find where it’s going to be
Adrian
2024-08-13 18:32:16 +0000 UTCThat’s wonderful news! Wauw, I can’t imagine the work, planning, creativity meetings and all the hustle that took you and Sharla to make this come true! Congratulations! Looking forward to the videos and visit one day 🤩🥳
Amilie Van Acker
2024-08-13 16:10:49 +0000 UTCCongrats 🎉 🍾
Luke Richardson
2024-08-13 13:55:10 +0000 UTCThis is all cool Chris and I’ve gotten a ticket, but where is the place? 😀
JazzHands
2024-08-13 05:32:55 +0000 UTCCongrats! We will be there in October and are excited to drop in.
Kayla
2024-08-13 03:09:08 +0000 UTCWhere is it? My friend is in Tokyo right now and I want him to plan on going!
Ursula Katayama-O'Connor
2024-08-13 00:19:12 +0000 UTCWhat great timing! I just moved to Tokyo on August 1st. Got my tickets to the pre-opening party. See ya then!
David Braaten
2024-08-13 00:14:42 +0000 UTCI need a lottery win so I can go there
Mark Erwin
2024-08-12 18:23:58 +0000 UTCOMG - WHen Sharla said something big was coming that you 2 had been working on for a long time, I immediately thought bar/izakaya! Congratulations! I am sure you have a great retro vibe and will be a fun place for all who visit. Now I must figure out how to geet to Japan!
Sioux Gerow
2024-08-12 14:07:23 +0000 UTCRoast Spare Libs? No?
MOKE AUTO
2024-08-11 23:20:35 +0000 UTCCongrats… I’m coming to Japan in may of next year.. I really hope I can stop in!!! Great news!
Drake
2024-08-11 06:29:36 +0000 UTCCongratulations Chris !
Albertas
2024-08-10 11:21:31 +0000 UTCWe will be there in November, and we will come for sure, hope to meet you (^_^)
Străistaru Eugen
2024-08-10 06:37:56 +0000 UTCGood luck. Enjoy. Did you move to Japan from Spain?
Shan
2024-08-10 03:20:58 +0000 UTCMy sister just left Kyoto. Now I'll have to go.
Shan
2024-08-10 03:19:54 +0000 UTCCongratulations!!! So happy for you guys! Hopefully will be able to visit the bar when I'm in Tokyo next year 😆
Alex_Y
2024-08-10 03:11:34 +0000 UTCI look forward to visiting next time I'm in Tokyo!
Alex Bentley
2024-08-09 17:38:54 +0000 UTCMy partner just said “what’s he going to call it? The Kings Snark!”
Bergkattse
2024-08-09 17:12:42 +0000 UTCSo exciting for you all! I'm for sure going to have to stop by when I come back to Japan next year!
Anthony Urbanski
2024-08-09 16:47:31 +0000 UTCCongratulations! That's amazing. I hope I'll be able to visit there in the not so distant future. I'll buy you a cider!
Michael Taylor
2024-08-09 15:56:57 +0000 UTCI'll be in Tokyo next year and I cannot wait to visit your bar! I'm so proud of you guys!!
Krispi
2024-08-09 15:49:16 +0000 UTCWhere is the address? I will be in Tokyo in October, for sure I will go there.
Davi Leichsenring
2024-08-09 15:10:17 +0000 UTC"A Bar in Japan" has begun
Red Panda Productions
2024-08-09 12:51:33 +0000 UTCSounds like you have your hands full. Good luck and congrats you got this!
Lisa Ives Thurston
2024-08-09 12:32:46 +0000 UTCCongratulations, Chris 🎊 I can't wait to visit!
Ray-Lynn van Niekerk
2024-08-09 12:08:51 +0000 UTCThat is so amazing, well done.
Buster Nut
2024-08-09 11:54:16 +0000 UTCCongratulations!
Deniz Ghazal
2024-08-09 10:57:23 +0000 UTCAwesome, definitely popping in next time I'm in Tokyo!
Patrick
2024-08-09 10:27:36 +0000 UTCAwesome timing, just before I visit next month! Do you also serve fish n chips? haha
Tim Parker
2024-08-09 10:11:13 +0000 UTCMassive congratulations! As a previous bar owner here in the UK it’s so rewarding, especially when a community of incredible people ground themselves in your place. Mighty hard work in contrast, I don’t envy that (I’m still suffering the PTSD 😬) best of luck, you’ll smash it I’m sure!! I wish I could be there on opening to celebrate. Hopefully, I’ll visit soon! ❤️ look forward to seeing it!!
Dan Pye
2024-08-09 09:32:35 +0000 UTCAmazing, congrats! I hope there will be some alchohol free cocktails available too.
P
2024-08-09 08:58:34 +0000 UTCWill it be a big by Tokyo standards? i.e. hold more than 5 people? Is Natsuki the hostess?
Bergkattse
2024-08-09 08:41:18 +0000 UTCThat's it, I'm moving to Japan😂 if only I could fly there within a week lol. Will Def come round when I go back to Japan next year😍
Oscar
2024-08-09 08:27:15 +0000 UTCI'll be in Tokyo in a couple weeks, hope I'll get to go along
Jeremy Kellett
2024-08-09 08:20:00 +0000 UTCSo tell me, are you going to be there often? Or like Ken Watanabe once a week and only a few lucky customers will get to see your smug face 👺??? I want to see you! 🦭😎😹💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Putsies Mokies
2024-08-09 08:07:47 +0000 UTCWe're so excited! Please don't close before we get to go there! 😹💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🍗🍗🍹🥰🥰
Putsies Mokies
2024-08-09 08:04:49 +0000 UTCOh wow! That’s awesome. Hope i get to visit
Mr Fujisawa
2024-08-09 07:59:45 +0000 UTCMerchandise on sale as well?
MOKE AUTO
2024-08-09 07:59:13 +0000 UTCPlease tell me there's a neon sign saying #roastsparelibs
MOKE AUTO
2024-08-09 07:58:56 +0000 UTCCongratulations. Make sure you've got your ducks in row. "The hate-ers gonna hate."
MOKE AUTO
2024-08-09 07:58:30 +0000 UTCguess i know where i'm going on my birthday this year
Ivotron
2024-08-09 07:46:09 +0000 UTCOmg that's great! I hope I'll be able to visit someday!
Ara
2024-08-09 07:30:52 +0000 UTC🤯 Amazing! Congratulations! You are an inspiring pair... Is there anything you cannot achieve? I don't think so. Living proof that people CAN do anything they set their mind to... Incredible. Cannot wait to visit (and possibly get our Abroad in Japan book signed? 🤞🏻🤓)
Sarah and Jae
2024-08-09 07:12:27 +0000 UTCOne day when I get a chance to come to Japan, this will definitely be on must visit list!
Lyon Blecher
2024-08-09 07:09:14 +0000 UTCCongratulations Chris and Sharla on creating a place for your followers to enjoy when visiting Tokyo 🎉 I’m looking forward to visiting next year 😊
Suzanne Tolley
2024-08-09 06:59:47 +0000 UTCI really hope it'll still be around when im in Japan next :)
Seek83
2024-08-09 06:48:18 +0000 UTCThat's awesome! Sharla does such a great job renovations places too.
Stephanie R.
2024-08-09 06:36:31 +0000 UTCHow exciting! Huge congratulations to you and Sharla 🥳
Amy W - UK
2024-08-09 06:34:40 +0000 UTCWooow Chris! This is awesome! We wanted to wait a year for another trip, but this is too big 😀 cant wait to see it next year 🤩
Leelo Lenik
2024-08-09 06:22:37 +0000 UTCAmazing! We will come by during our trip in late Autumn 🍻 It already paid off not going last year but this year instead 👍
Martin Drschka
2024-08-09 06:05:05 +0000 UTCSharla wrote in her post that there will also be mocktails for those of us who don't drink alcohol.
Vita Macate
2024-08-09 05:52:31 +0000 UTCAfter that pop-up bar? I've been waiting for this announcement!!! I know it's going to be legendary. Definitely going to visit on my trip to Japan. Congrats! 🥳
mayurin
2024-08-09 05:49:35 +0000 UTCAwesome! Totally putting that on my itinerary now for next year!
Megumeme
2024-08-09 05:44:31 +0000 UTCI wish i could go..
Atomy111
2024-08-09 05:36:29 +0000 UTCCongrats ! Nice project ! Can't wait to move to Tokyo to come have a drink...or two...or three... !
Mic Mike
2024-08-09 05:24:16 +0000 UTCBeen planning a trip out see family in Osaka for the New Years and then to Tokyo to see some friends I haven't seen for over 10 years. I'll definitely come by and have some "Too Much Volcano" cocktail, so hyped!!
Eric Suzuki
2024-08-09 05:20:38 +0000 UTCNo way! I'll be sure to stop by next time I'm around! Congrats, Chris!
Onux Tigris
2024-08-09 05:11:21 +0000 UTCHuge congratulations to you and Sharla, Chris! And to think, earlier this year you were wondering how you could possibly top the epicness of last year haha. I've only been following you for a couple of years but honestly the amount of crazy awesome stuff you've done in that time is legendary. Can't wait to hear more about the cocktail bar! Now I'm really gonna have to visit Japan...
Soph
2024-08-09 05:07:47 +0000 UTCWoa that's awesome! Can't wait to visit next time when I'm in Tokyo 🤩
Goku95a
2024-08-09 05:05:38 +0000 UTCman now im highly disappointed in my long time friend. we were going to japan around this time and they had to cancel. now i miss this? too saddening. congrats to you though, it must've been hell getting anything done in tokyo. getting clout from seeing the emperor probably sped things up i bet XD
elijah kim
2024-08-09 04:49:15 +0000 UTCim sure like any other bar there are non alcoholic drinks. and besides, you can always go there for the vibes XD
elijah kim
2024-08-09 04:46:59 +0000 UTCThis is such awesome news, will 100% be stopping by in October/November 😁 Also I second the idea of either Connor or Pete IRL streaming the opening event 😅
Chelsea Anderson
2024-08-09 04:45:26 +0000 UTCおめでとう～🎉 But l don't drink alcohol. Can I go?
Satomi Arihara
2024-08-09 04:29:24 +0000 UTCAwesome! Putting this in my itinerary for October! I don't drink alcohol though so maybe a coca cola and cheese platter!
Aimee
2024-08-09 04:27:46 +0000 UTCnvm already sold out in 2 hours, crazy
Saad Ehsan
2024-08-09 04:22:24 +0000 UTCwow that's awesome. will the bar have non alcoholic drinks? I want to buy a ticket but I don't drink
Saad Ehsan
2024-08-09 04:17:59 +0000 UTCThat’s awesome! Congratulations on the bar Chris! Looking forward to grabbing a drink there next time I’m in Tokyo!
Tyler Pannell
2024-08-09 04:08:42 +0000 UTCSo so cool.i am in my elder flower era, hope I can get a drink with that in September.
Johanne Almoza
2024-08-09 03:43:41 +0000 UTCWelp, I know one of my stops this year!
Jin
2024-08-09 03:18:23 +0000 UTCAmazing wasn't thinking it would be something this big.
Thomas
2024-08-09 03:17:35 +0000 UTCI can't wait to get browned out on sake as Connor imitates my Florida / American accent as Chris hides behind the bar embarrassed and Natsuki spills into a 100,000 yen cab ride to Kyoto with me!
Gannon's Garage
2024-08-09 03:04:46 +0000 UTCDANG IT, I'll be in Kyoto that day but heading to Tokyo the week after. If I can get a brief reprieve from the family, I'll hope to stop by for a nama biiru. Cheers!
Erik Johansen
2024-08-09 03:03:13 +0000 UTCThis is so awesome and cool! Can't wait to see it!
Camilla Fontana
2024-08-09 02:51:59 +0000 UTCHere is to hoping it's open in December! I'll for sure hit this place up!
garrett1433
2024-08-09 02:50:24 +0000 UTCHoly shit! This is incredible. I really wish I was going to Japan a lot sooner now! Chris, you just keep knocking accomplishments out of the park. Keep up the amazing work. Super proud of you dude!
Tim
2024-08-09 02:48:30 +0000 UTCDefinitely going to check it out when I’m in Japan this fall!!!
Kimnyan
2024-08-09 02:48:28 +0000 UTCDang, I fly in 2 weeks to late...guess I will just have to go after the opening.
Kevin Bartz
2024-08-09 02:47:15 +0000 UTCCongratulations. I hope to make it to Japan one day and will definitely have to try a "like a magic" cocktail
Chris Lyso
2024-08-09 02:43:25 +0000 UTCCongratulations Chris! I’m in the process of planning a trip for next spring visiting your bar is definitely going on my itinerary!
Jacob K
2024-08-09 02:42:09 +0000 UTCHuge year for you so far Chris this is incredible! So happy for you and congrats for all of the things you’ve achieved so far (you deserve a holiday at this point!) Looking forward to the cycle video!! And hopefully I’ll be able to make a trip to visit the bar one day from lil New Zealand ☺️
Chols
2024-08-09 02:38:49 +0000 UTCCongratulations! Amazing news! Can't wait to find out more and hopefully visit next year 👍
Lesley Couch
2024-08-09 02:37:31 +0000 UTCOmg this is amazing 😍😍
Emily
2024-08-09 02:35:48 +0000 UTCNice!!! I’ll stop by for a cocktail (or three) in November! 🍸🍹🍸
PattyBee
2024-08-09 02:34:50 +0000 UTCI'll be in Japan in October. I'll have to stop by!
FrustratedPenguin
2024-08-09 02:34:39 +0000 UTCCONGRATULATIONS!!! I may not be able to go for the opening but I will be dammed if I don’t go there in October!! Amazing news Chris, fortune and glory to you!
Luciano Arrieta Martins
2024-08-09 02:33:37 +0000 UTCTicket nabbed! Both weird and exciting to buy a ticket for a party you don't even know the location of.
Harry Bonyari
2024-08-09 02:31:52 +0000 UTCThis is really awesome Congrats to you and sharla :) I’m wondering if Conner and Pete will be in real life streaming for those of us who can’t make the opening?
Sarah Charlton
2024-08-09 02:31:01 +0000 UTCWOW I will be in Tokyo next month. Hopefully I can visit it then.
David Miller
2024-08-09 02:27:08 +0000 UTCWow that's awesome news, congratulations! I can't wait to come in December 🙌
Jo Y
2024-08-09 02:27:02 +0000 UTCHoly crap, incredible news mate! Congratulations to you, Sharla and the team! This would have been hard to open in most other countries, but I imagine Japan would have been a whole extra level of difficulty. I’m typically in Tokyo once a month for work, so will definitely be stopping by when it’s open!
Nathan Catania
2024-08-09 02:25:09 +0000 UTCIs there an opening for drink taster? :)
Argus9 (Jonathan)
2024-08-09 02:24:37 +0000 UTCI'll reveal we have drinks called 'Like a Magic', 'Too Much Volcano', 'Life is Balloons' and 'Go Fuck Yourself'. You can guess what they are!
Abroad in Japan
2024-08-09 02:24:06 +0000 UTCLet me know if you ever fancy a job in a bar mate, haha
Abroad in Japan
2024-08-09 02:23:12 +0000 UTCCongrats! This is amazing! Hopefully I can go there someday 😁
Juugo
2024-08-09 02:22:40 +0000 UTCHaha what a plan
Abroad in Japan
2024-08-09 02:22:38 +0000 UTCCongratulations! Quick question how friendly is the menu for a non-alcoholic fan? Visiting Japan in September might be a good place to visit but I don't drink alcohol.
Feanor
2024-08-09 02:22:25 +0000 UTCWow, congrats! very cool
Christina Woog
2024-08-09 02:18:24 +0000 UTCAwesome! I'm trying to get back to Japan in a couple of years (car payments are so expensive now). This will be a must visit!
Ronald Keller
2024-08-09 02:14:22 +0000 UTCCongratulations! See you in October!
Karen O'Keeffe (Rockawaysiren)
2024-08-09 02:12:28 +0000 UTCOK, hear me out. Street touts, but they're just Natsuki and Pete Macy. No drugging and steeling your credit cards, just wacky good times! And maybe Pop-Up Pirate. Keep that bottle of Baileys fresh, sir!
Rue
2024-08-09 02:11:11 +0000 UTCCongratulations! I just grabbed some tickets for the early access! We will see you there!
Jamie Cruickshank
2024-08-09 02:10:53 +0000 UTCCongratulations! Can't get off work early enough to make the event, but will definitely swing by the bar some weekend!
April Gutierrez
2024-08-09 02:09:47 +0000 UTCPutting it on my itinerary for November! Congrats!
Zach Rountree
2024-08-09 02:08:42 +0000 UTCThat's amazing! So cool 😎
Regina Rossi
2024-08-09 02:06:31 +0000 UTCThis is amazing! I'll be back in Japan next April so I'll definitely check it out then! 🥂
Sarah Hall
2024-08-09 02:06:25 +0000 UTCBeen looking for an excuse to make another random trip to Tokyo 😅
Jose Jimenez
2024-08-09 02:06:02 +0000 UTCOh wow! Feeling very lucky to be visiting Japan at this time! Sadly I won't be in Tokyo for the Patreon-only event but will be back by the end of August! 🤩
Dan Stevens
2024-08-09 02:05:57 +0000 UTCMassive congrats mate! This was totally unexpected, you really did surprise us. Hope I can visit soon.
Elmer Jr. Estrada
2024-08-09 02:05:49 +0000 UTCOh heck yeah, awesome timing, I've got a trip coming up in late October. Can't wait to check it out, congratulations on opening a bar!
Matt W
2024-08-09 02:05:43 +0000 UTCHow exciting and cool and congratulations!! I can’t wait to see the content online of your location (sadly I’m on the other side of the world or I’d be buying tickets asap)
Katy Sant
2024-08-09 02:05:08 +0000 UTCAwesome! Congratulations! 🍻
Kevin Cromarty
2024-08-09 02:03:50 +0000 UTCCan we get a sneak peak at the drink menu?
Stanzaga Liviria
2024-08-09 02:03:46 +0000 UTCWow this is really exciting!!
Fluffyspark7
2024-08-09 02:03:36 +0000 UTCFlipping heck, that's amazing. I hope I can check it out next time I'm in Japan.
fixxnfoxy
2024-08-09 02:03:20 +0000 UTCCongrats Chris!
Nick Schultz
2024-08-09 02:03:18 +0000 UTCHope to visit when I'm in tokyo in 6 weeks!
Burley
2024-08-09 02:02:49 +0000 UTCThis is awesome! I’ll be there in October and will definitely be stopping by.
Sage_Mode_Q
2024-08-09 02:02:42 +0000 UTCCongratulations!
Joel W
2024-08-09 02:02:33 +0000 UTCDamn, that's exciting! I'll be sure to rope it into my itinerary for our next Japan trip in March!
Argus9 (Jonathan)
2024-08-09 02:02:29 +0000 UTCCheers to that! Can’t wait to visit!!
Sharon Langone
2024-08-09 02:01:59 +0000 UTCSharla Patreons be like "I seen it" 😜
Andrew Roque
2024-08-09 02:01:48 +0000 UTC
