Speaking ONLY Chinese for 24 HOURS in CHINA (english sub)

TL;DR

Key insights

The '24 Hours Speaking Only Chinese' Challenge is a recurring theme.

• The creator has done this challenge before and received positive feedback.
• The challenge is being conducted in Shanghai, China, which is considered the ideal location.
• The creator's friend, Coco, participates in the challenge, adding a social dynamic.
• The challenge involves navigating daily life and activities solely in Chinese.

Shanghai offers a vibrant and diverse experience.

• The city is described as lively with many shops and restaurants.
• The architecture, particularly in Yu Garden, is noted for its beauty and traditional design.
• The creator experiences a sense of being in historical times due to the city's ambiance.
• The city's infrastructure, like the clean and punctual subway system, is appreciated.

The creator and her friend engage in various activities throughout the day.

• Activities include visiting Yu Garden, shopping at Uniqlo, trying local street food, and getting a manicure.
• They also experience the local transportation, including taking the subway.
• The hanfu photoshoot is a significant activity, highlighting traditional Chinese culture.
• The food experiences range from street snacks like scallion pancakes to more formal meals and desserts.

The creator shares practical tips and observations about Shanghai.

• The affordability of public transport is highlighted, with tickets costing less than $1 USD.
• The availability of portable chargers in public spaces is noted as convenient.
• The creator recommends specific food items like the fermented rice with bean curd and scrambled eggs with tomatoes.
• The efficiency and helpfulness of local services, such as the photoshoot staff and hotel amenities, are praised.

Key moments

• 00:00Introduction to the '24 Hours Speaking Only Chinese' challenge in Shanghai with a friend.
• 00:21Creator introduces herself and her friend Coco, setting the stage for the challenge.
• 00:48Discussion about packing and clothing choices for the trip.
• 01:11Morning routine: waking up early, going to the gym, and preparing to go out.
• 01:27Heading out to Lawson to buy leggings, noting the city's atmosphere.
• 01:40Shopping for leggings at Lawson.
• 01:55Moving to Uniqlo to look for clothing items.
• 02:23Arriving at Uniqlo and observing the store.
• 02:54Searching for specific clothing items within Uniqlo.
• 03:07Creator expresses her preference for walking and not holding items while walking.
• 03:10Trying on clothes in the fitting room.
• 03:15Showing off the new pants and feeling warm.
• 03:22Deciding to go for coffee.
• 03:47Visiting POP MART and admiring the blind boxes.
• 03:51Discovering cute piggy-themed items and hair accessories.
• 04:06Heading to get coffee at M Stand.
• 04:20Looking at the menu at M Stand, noting the ice cream latte.
• 04:28Enjoying the coffee and discussing its sparkling water taste.
• 04:39Creator describes herself as someone who needs coffee immediately upon waking.
• 04:45Waiting for a taxi and expressing excitement for breakfast.
• 05:06Getting into the car and heading to Yu Garden.
• 05:12Arriving at Yu Garden, impressed by its beauty and atmosphere.
• 05:35Exploring the food stalls, noting the variety of snacks like egg pancakes and skewers.
• 06:05Discovering vegetarian buns and other vegetarian options.
• 06:11Coco wants to eat soup dumplings, and the food court has many options.
• 06:16Admiring the wide array of food items available in the food court.
• 06:33Trying an egg and leek pancake, finding it cheap and delicious.
• 06:46Experiencing issues with payment methods (Alipay/WeChat).
• 06:52Trying Shanghai's stinky tofu and finding it not as pungent as expected.
• 07:04Observing that many people in Shanghai eat crab roe.
• 07:07Deciding to try a vegetarian bun.
• 07:38The creator is very excited about breakfast and loves eating it.
• 07:43Looking for a hanfu clothing store.
• 07:46Describing the lively atmosphere of the shopping street.
• 07:58Finding a hanfu rental and makeup service.
• 08:13Trying on a light blue hanfu and discussing hairstyle options.
• 08:44Finishing the hanfu photoshoot, which took about 2 hours.
• 09:05Commentary on the photoshoot process, including editing and the photographers' professionalism.
• 09:51Discussing the flexibility of choosing different clothing styles and hair accessories.
• 10:03Recommending the location and highlighting its tourist-friendly nature.
• 10:04Trying the Osmanthus Fermented Rice and Ice Milk.
• 10:12Trying a rice cake, finding it 'kinda mid'.
• 10:14Observing the chewy and QQ texture of many Chinese snacks.
• 10:17Describing the area's traditional and historic designs, making them feel like time travelers.
• 11:02Visiting a shop in Shanghai and noting the quiet atmosphere.
• 11:07Admiring the cute hair accessories in the shop.
• 11:08Coco mentions that items seen in department stores are bought from here, suggesting it's a wholesale place.
• 11:14Creator's voice is too low, requiring Coco to repeat things.
• 11:18Comment on Coco's quiet voice.
• 11:20Strolling around without a specific destination.
• 11:25Observing portable phone chargers and their convenient payment system.
• 11:36About to take the subway, feeling a bit nervous as it's their first time.
• 11:50Creator prefers Coco to translate because the announcements are too fast and casual.
• 12:10Purchasing subway tickets, impressed by the low cost (6 RMB for two).
• 12:22Showing the pretty subway tickets.
• 12:26Entering the subway, noting its cleanliness and punctuality.
• 12:33Creator got her nails done, and they look super pretty.
• 13:00Creator is surprised by how big of a deal crab is in Shanghai.
• 13:02Shanghai's port status and proximity to the sea contribute to its abundant seafood, including crabs.
• 13:09Looking for a restaurant that serves crab noodles.
• 13:13Creator's eyes are caught by something, possibly related to cholesterol.
• 13:21Creator boasts about her advanced vocabulary, not being a typical ABC.
• 13:26Currently at Xintiandi, feeling more like a tourist than a local.
• 13:32Deciding to take the subway instead of walking.
• 13:35Praising the cleanliness and punctuality of Shanghai's trains.
• 13:37Appreciates the bag security check, which makes them feel safe.
• 13:41Trying the 'zha tofu' and finding it delicious with many ingredients.
• 13:47Ordering a vegetable dish and finding it crispy.
• 14:07Trying the scrambled eggs with tomatoes, noting the large size of the egg.
• 14:10Saw a sign for free fermented rice with bean curd, but finished their meal before they could claim it.
• 14:40Trying the egg fried rice, which they haven't had in a long time.
• 15:14The street is long and has many places to explore.
• 15:32Browsing books in a bookstore.
• 15:42Visiting NYC Deli and commenting on the small size of the gym.
• 16:44Encountering a delivery robot in the hotel.
• 16:56Back at the hotel, preparing to sleep.
• 17:00Planning to do a color analysis tomorrow and reflecting on the 24-hour Chinese speaking challenge.
• 17:24Recalling a funny incident where Coco yelled 'VIA!' loudly when the taxi arrived.
• 17:44Recommending viewers to subscribe to Coco's channel for more content.
• 17:53Concluding the vlog, expressing happiness about the day and wishing viewers a good day too.