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China is NOT What I Expected, first day in Shanghai 

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@josieliftsthings 7个月前

So I’ve noticed YouTube is deleting lots of comments on this video, both nice and rude. I apologise if your comment gets deleted, please try again! (If it’s nice otherwise don’t lmao)

Thanks for watching!

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@bboystretch7788 7个月前

Another Aussie here and I’ve spent the better part of 20 years living in China.  Let’s put it this way.  Whatever is shown in Australian media about China is very twisted and skewed.  Dare I say - in many instances bordering on blatant lies.

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@dranzacspartan8002

7个月前

Mate, I'm an Aussie as well, and I went to China a few years ago. You are 100% correct. China is NOT like we've been told back home. People really need to visit China to see the true China. I was pleasantly surprise at how advanced and futuristic China is. I also went to USA. USA does NOT compare to China. I felt safe in China (and I'm a White Aussie male). I did NOT feel safe in USA.

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@qingshanyipian1936

3个月前

My first trip to China was 17 years ago.  A total culture shock.  I’ve been brainwashed in the states thru media and government propaganda.  Chinese people are the best. They’re so helpful and just plain nice.  Almost exact opposite of what I have been coached to believe regarding China.

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@LeBronKK

2周前

I have recently come back from my first time to China. I came back realizing that if you haven't been to China, you know nothing about China.

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@SuhandiWijaya

7个月前

Glad that someone pushed out of Western propaganda and visited China. I am from Indonesia and have been going to China for business or leisure since 2004, every single time I visit, China has grown, there is a new building, a new line on the subway, etc., and it's the safest place I've been to in my travels to about 300 cities in 30 countries.

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@yonight6871

7个月前

I've visited China four times and saw different regions. Every time I've visited... I've seen big improvements. I would even be bold enough to say that the major cities in China are now overall cleaner looking than the major cities in the US.For one example, I've visited public parks in Shanghai and was amazed at how clean they look. No litter or graffiti anywhere... even the skateboard rink looks clean. And there are lots of people out there enjoying the parks... but seem to have respect for the facilities there.The greening of the city is very good, and there are many electric cars on the street, which proves that the Chinese government attaches great importance to environmental protection.What impresses me the most is that life is very convenient, a cashless society, the subway system is very new and clean, and the people are very friendly.Other than some culture shock, I feel China is very safe. You can also go out late at night. China's technological level is beyond my imagination. I feel that the future is in China..But In the US, I dare not go out at night, for fear that black people will shoot me.

have fun in China and God bless you.

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@user-br1uf9xk2s

1个月前

As a Chinese I'm really happy to see friendly foreign visitors like you to visit China, and showing the world how China really looks like. Liked your videos!! Always feel free to explore more parts of China.

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@wanghe6633

2个月前

I am a Chinese who has lived in Australia for 11 years. My hometown is Shanghai. I am very happy to see more and more Aussie coming to China. For me, Melbourne and Shanghai are both my home now.

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@billjohnson9221

5个月前

China isn't our enemy, our enemy is ignorance. Exploring their culture is a way for us to understand what our commonalities are instead of focusing on our differences.  This issue won't be resolved overnight but it is actions like this that bring it closer to becoming reality. We share the planet and we need to learn how to do it peacefully as co-citizens.

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@WushuTaz

7个月前

I'm so happy that a lot of the YouTubers I follow are finally taking the leap to experience China for themselves regardless of what backlash they may get from some of their viewers. Stay strong! I'm looking forward to seeing more of China through your channel!

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@eveningrice

3个月前

Had the same feeling the first time I went back in 2016. Was told only bad things about China growing up, and I was just so taken aback by its beauty and modernity.

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@user-md2cw8li1h

2个月前（修改过）

Can’t imagine that I’ve literally finished watching the whole video as I usually can’t focus on one video for more than 10 minutes!! But the time is really worth spending!! Love the way you explore the city and always being so open to everything. I will put Shanghai on my travel list. Thank you guys

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@yunding-cu6xb

5个月前

很喜欢她拍的视频。对待陌生国家充满了新鲜感和尊重。而不是像有些旅游博主一样带着自我文化的优越感拿自己国家和别国做比较。 客观真实的记录。很棒

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@twlamSG

7个月前

If you just landed a few days ago in China then be prepared to face massive amount of people everywhere. China is having their Mid Autumn Festival and National Day holiday (10 days). Many Chinese people travel within their country for holiday (China is so big it has region which is in the tropic and region that experiences winter-4seasons). Hence going to China during their national holiday is madness. The crowds will be massive, at a scale you have never seen.

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@DalaiTimeMuseum

3个月前

Hi Josie, I'm an Aussie from Sydney living in Shanghai and had some very similar experiences especially the Jiang bing. Yes its a pretty amazing place. Im glad you really enjoyed the vibe here. Yeah we need Jiang bing in Oz !

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@Williams3073

2个月前

Hi Josie, this was such a great resource for our planning, thank you. Do you have  information regarding VISA'S Into China?

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@timetoreason7090

7个月前

I felt the same when I visited China nearly two decades ago.  I was scared to go there even then but had to due to my studies as I was dying for first hand experience.  My own Uni and the travel agent told me the same.  My destination was ShenZhen, could have easily crossed from HK, but was scared as I was traveling alone, so I transited from Pudong, (hilarious) and the rest is history!!!  You are not alone, hope you will enjoy very long stays there.  You will be safe at ALL times, even in the middle of the night!!!  During warmer days night is different as all the families and pets come out to stay out and enjoy life where we live in heavily locked houses almost all day.

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@adelynfong6597

7个月前

One thing that you will not need to worry about China is safety. You will notice cameras every corner of the street. People thinks twice about commiting crime in China. Enjoy Shanghai

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@Freya-et8tg

3个月前

Welcome to China,and if you meet people in China don’t want to talk or help,this is not means they are unfriendly,they just don’t speak English preparing a translation APP is very important.hope you guys have a good time in China.

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@user-uz1gx2dc3p

2个月前

Thanks a lot for your fairly comments about China I wish China would be become popular soon

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@StephandPete

7个月前

I think I have to pause and come back to this because I’m so jealous of the jianbing and need a second to calm down.

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@chloemccormick-lt7op

7个月前

Thank you guys for showing the world the real China! And you’re most welcome to come back and visit anytime!

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@yuchenliu7128

2个月前

omg after watching this i'm actually want to be a tour guide for you guys to improve your experience in China hahah. it's a really fun to watch video :)

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@LoveLive22336

1个月前

Shanghai is a very international city in China (it is indeed very expensive). I still recommend places like Suzhou with a Chinese flavor.

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@bt8075

6个月前

i’m so glad you both have such a open-minded view coming here, and not being affected by western media! wish more youtubers were as kind and respectful like y’all

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@GlamsUnknown

3个月前

I am flying to Shanghai in 2 days from now and this is really the inspiration that I needed to spark that excitement for travelling rather than that fear of the unknown we often like to let take over. Thank you!

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@lalalapudge

7个月前

In my experience, you don’t need to be worried about safety in China - I lived there for some time and never felt unsafe at any hour of the day. Petty theft (like cameras, phones) does happen though, like anywhere else.

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@chrislim1950

7个月前

Your journey is so full of happiness and positive energy!!!! lovely to see your travels!!

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@coloes17

3个月前

在b站看到有人转发你的视频，好多评论区都在说，你在上海成功的把所有的坑都踩了一遍哈哈哈，本地人一般都不会去买那些步行街路边的食物，都很贵，并且还不怎么好

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@LouEllenSantos

1个月前

OMG - I was trying to work out what "pancake type thing" you were talking about and then you showed a screenshot of jianbing and I don't know why but I just cracked up so hard!  You are too cute!  I've been learning Mandarin trying to work up enough vocab to go to China, but you've inspired me to just wing it.  Love this video and thanks for sharing so honestly about everything xo

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@user-nd5en6dg5b

4个月前

As a Chinese, I‘m glad to see such a friendly program. Our country is very beautiful and has many shortcomings. Some prejudices are mainly caused by differences in values from Western countries, but I believe that China will get better and better! By the way, I’m in Chongqing. There are mountains and rivers here, and it‘s still the location of Transformers. Welcome to travel!

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@destinationasia421

7个月前

Watching this made my heart smile, I’ve been planning a trip to China and don’t know where to go as I want to see all of it! Thank you so much for sharing your experience

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@davidnovanovski6823

1个月前

At the start of the video you were saying you didn't have access to any navigation apps? Was it because you didn't have a VPN to access your apps back from Australia? (Hoping to go Shanghai end of this year, love your vids!)

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@TravelinChina

2个月前

I've been in China for 16 years now, and I love it. Glad you enjoyed your trip.

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@shilpagadre2226

7个月前（修改过）

You have no pre-conceived notions about people and places, this is what I like the most about you..

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@andrewli6260

4个月前

Hi Josie, I am so happy you are travelling in china and wish you have a great time of your stay, this world need more people like you who are friendly, open minded, and kind.

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@user-eb9ui7oy8k

1个月前

I am very glad that you have a good time in China, and thank you for your love and praise of China. China also has many shortcomings, and you will learn from other countries. Welcome to visit China again, and there are many worthwhile places and different experiences in northeast China!

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@Luxi_Ya

3个月前

29:11 sheeeesh didn't expect to see my girl XIN LIU on a billboard in your vid!! She's so pretty Glad you're having fun in Shanghai and I really enjoyed watching your vlog, I'm actually heading to the Beijing one right away hahahaha

@fcuknyum5411

7个月前

I like how Michael is so knowledgeable about different things! Great job Josie on picking a country out of your comfort!! Looking forward to more of China!

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@frostyplays4889

7个月前

China is more devloped than European countries love china

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@ftd7435

3个月前

Hi Josie and Michael ... Shanghai, Beijing and a few other coastal cities are first tier so they are a bit expensive. Beautiful places like Dali in Yunnan bordering North Thailand, Chong Qing, Cheng Du ( panda land ), Nanking and many more are beautiful yet has cheaper cost of living.

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@jimmyj6800

3个月前

Very much enjoyed your reaction to the jianbing  also one of my favorite things to eat when I go back.

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@user-yj9tq3gs3g

7个月前

My English is not very good, and I can not fully understand the blogger's videos, but I can feel the blogger's happiness from the heart, and I feel very happy. Each city in China has its own characteristics, I hope bloggers will have the opportunity to visit Northeast China in the future! I will continue to work hard to learn foreign languages, and hope to communicate with people from other countries in the future, so that the voice of China can be heard!

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@LearnwithPanPan

4个月前

America's perception of China makes it seem so scary and like the people there are sad and have no freedom. I'm so happy to see this video. Thank you very much for sharing the real side of China to the world.

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@Sharon-zf1ss

1个月前

Hope you and your partner are having a great time in China, enjoy your pleasant commentaries, Josie!

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@friskwang3183

1个月前

omg I love your smile and thank you so much making this video

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@gregwong2132

7个月前

I hope she won't be cancelled for showing positive things about China

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@dugang139

7个月前

Didn't you come to China with any preparation? China is a completely electronic country, everything you need can be found online, China has a complete electronic ecosystem, there are some necessary software such as taxis, food, maps, electronic payment and takeaway software need to be installed in advance, you will find that China is really paradise.

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@wenxu7747

5天前

It’s so much fun looking at you guys trying Chinese food and to understand people’s daily life from foreigners’ perspective. For anybody going to China, tip for you, young people generally speaks English. Some elementary kids speak perfect English.

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@luoqinran

3个月前

The board game is very similar to chess, called Xiang Qi. It's got general, guards, wagons, cannons ... and also ends with Jiangjun (checkmate).

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@rogeryang18

7个月前

Shame, not many people are like you guys with an open heart.

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@danxu7628

7个月前

You guys are so cute. The middle-aged people playing table games in the park are playing Chinese chess（ XiangQi) , and the patterns on the stones are not mahjong but traditional seals.

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@HZ-hk5zd

1个月前

what camera are you using for vlog？ The video is nice

@user-vk3bb8xi4k

3个月前

hahaha, Josie, Welcome to Shanghai China, it's a great travel vlog and hope you enjoyed in Shanghai. please please, please, next time if you would like to back to China, find some local friends and show your really super good local foods! those restaurant or small place worth for waiting in line for like 10-60 minutes!

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@Rrrren

5个月前

I have to say that you guys are so friendly and giving your big smiles to everyone. Then in return you guys definately deserve people to treat you back the same way.

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@frankojudoka

7个月前

In 2003 was the first time I went to China since I left there in 1981. Different city, of course. I got married and went back to my wife's home city every 2 years. There was progress every time I go back.

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@user-ok1ou9gk3g

3个月前

谢谢你对我们中国不执有偏见，而是尊重与认可，用自己的真心体会我们中国的魅力所在我很开心看到这样的视频

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@BUPT_wqcx

1个月前

it's very nice of you to convey your sincere thoughts like that,and I would say viva la people

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@Volv0x.

7个月前（修改过）

As a Indian I view China much higher than America because of its infra structure and even if some portion of the country may lacks infra but the rapid pace of building is astonishing and the biggest of the reason is that they haven't been Americanised but going smoothly with the Chinese culture . The only thing that divides Indians and Chinese are the border issues, otherwise I think it would be one of the most strongest duo in upcoming years.

Edit : I'm not saying Americans are bad. It's just currently American culture is so influential that other culture goes down with time but Chinese people are less Americanised

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@frostyplays4889

7个月前

China is more devloped than European countries love china

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@ftd7435

3个月前

Hi Josie and Michael ... Shanghai, Beijing and a few other coastal cities are first tier so they are a bit expensive. Beautiful places like Dali in Yunnan bordering North Thailand, Chong Qing, Cheng Du ( panda land ), Nanking and many more are beautiful yet has cheaper cost of living.

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@jimmyj6800

3个月前

Very much enjoyed your reaction to the jianbing  also one of my favorite things to eat when I go back.

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@user-yj9tq3gs3g

7个月前

My English is not very good, and I can not fully understand the blogger's videos, but I can feel the blogger's happiness from the heart, and I feel very happy. Each city in China has its own characteristics, I hope bloggers will have the opportunity to visit Northeast China in the future! I will continue to work hard to learn foreign languages, and hope to communicate with people from other countries in the future, so that the voice of China can be heard!

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@LearnwithPanPan

4个月前

America's perception of China makes it seem so scary and like the people there are sad and have no freedom. I'm so happy to see this video. Thank you very much for sharing the real side of China to the world.

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@Sharon-zf1ss

1个月前

Hope you and your partner are having a great time in China, enjoy your pleasant commentaries, Josie!

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@friskwang3183

1个月前

omg I love your smile and thank you so much making this video

@gregwong2132

7个月前

I hope she won't be cancelled for showing positive things about China

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@dugang139

7个月前

Didn't you come to China with any preparation? China is a completely electronic country, everything you need can be found online, China has a complete electronic ecosystem, there are some necessary software such as taxis, food, maps, electronic payment and takeaway software need to be installed in advance, you will find that China is really paradise.