$6000 house in Japan: Week 8 Renovations

The interior renovation is 90% complete and now it’s just a matter of finishing touches.
Until now, I’ve spent roughly $4000 USD on renovations. The bull of the costs have been on wood, tools, and paint.
I’ve saved a lot of money because I’m doing this work myself. My dad also came to help for the last 4 weeks and it’s made my life much easier!
I’m very happy with how this has come along within just 8 weeks and the cost of the renovations. Of course, this cost doesn’t account for the 12 hour days I’ve been putting in with not only building but sourcing, picking up, designing, and creating this space.
Loving the project!

[@takaakiyamada5451]

I am Japanese. One of the reasons this house was so cheap was that old-fashioned toilet. Many Japanese people give up on buying one after seeing that toilet. But you have updated the toilet. Not only that, you have renovated the inside of your house to make it look very stylish and clean. The fact that he was able to accomplish this in such a short period of time is an amazing feat. I think this house is worth $20,000 on the Japanese used house market.

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks for the comment! It’s been a great experience and my neighborhood is very friendly and helpful :)

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Very tasteful restoration !

[@danpan001]

$20k after renovation? In Los Angeles it is a $ 1 M house

[@Worlds_Worst_Guitarist]

@@danpan001 In Germany as well.............................................

[@danpan001]

@@Worlds_Worst_Guitarist I honestly don't known what to make of it. I spent more than $20k just remode one room. Acting as a general contractor.

[@gzubeck3]

I'm waiting for your neighbors to come by and ask for your guidance in fixing their homes in the area. Absolute steal of a deal.

[@user-ib5mx8ro4k]

Bro…Japanese will tell him how sugoi his house is then go home and laugh at him.

[@felps3213]

​@@user-ib5mx8ro4k why though? do all Japanese still prefer traditional style houses as much as to laugh somebody off for having a different preference?

[@aijokker]

Why? It was much better before renovation.

[@felps3213]

@@aijokker are you answering to me? I asked not why they would laugh at him but rather why they would laugh at him at all. I mean it's just a taste and preference, why laugh at someone for having a different taste. Although I agree except toilet the interior of his house is terrible and I would never made any of the choices he made🙂🙂🙂

[@trishjordan8859]

You don't ever have to feel bad about how you choose to live in your own home. Just because it is how it was done does not mean it is the best way, or the best for you. I think it is beautiful what you have done so far.

[@bonnieviolette3766]

I just found your channel; what a gorgeous home you have created. It is hard to believe you were able to purchase, renovate and furnish it all for such an incredible price, just beautiful!

[@414RobertoLovesShoes]

Anyone commenting ignorant comments please go troll somewhere else !! This guys house is superb and Nevermind it’s $10k vested which I’ve spent n shoes in the last two years . Love your house brother , do what YOU like to it 🤙🏽

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you! The place is incredible and I’m still grateful :) I’ve been living there for about 10 months now and it’s all been positive

[@yvettechristensen8315]

Absolutely beautiful! I love how you incorporated western elements for your comfort while still honoring the Japanese design. Well done.

[@eeeeerrrrr]

すごく良い状態の戸建を買いましたね！ 通常、このような戸建はとても散らかっているのですが、あなたの家は最初から片付いていました。 リノベーションも素敵です。

[@Grits-N-Grace4U]

You’ve done an incredible job with this home in 8 weeks! Everything looks amazing! 🤩

[@maryannharney5576]

Wow, you did a fantastic job on your house. It looks beautiful. I love the new bathroom and comfy beds. Your family and friends are going to be so comfortable and enjoy visiting you. That was a lot of work, but the finished product was worth it. Now enjoy your life.

[@sammyso4940]

"It was too intimate for me" made me giggle. Such elegant phrasing!

[@mariacollins3058]

I absolutely love the renovations. It does not look like the same house. Looks and feels like home. Simply amazing.

[@808quake]

I am glad that you kept the old toilet door for your laundry room. I remember this kind of door at my aunt house's toilet room. $6,000! UNBELIEVABLE!

[@engc4953]

I love what you have done - it looks so fresh, clean and beautiful, bravo. I’m anxious to see what you’ll do to the yard at the back, that could be spectacular too.

[@TheGhostFLA]

I’ll eat my own words. The white looks great.

[@le_th_]

I also wasn't sure how it was going to turn out, but it looks light and bright. I've very relieved he didn't paint the ceilings, though, as he initially said he would in another video. I'm also glad he kept the original doors.

[@SmilingQuokka]

It's looking so good, Matt. I can't get over how much brighter it's become! You've made it such a warm, welcoming space. I love the repurposed book corner and the big chill out room, and the kitchen/dining area looks like a cosy spot to entertain friends now. Well done!

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks!! I like how it’s turning out. Had to take a chance with everything because it was quite different with the clutter and mix of styles. So far so good!

[@villaoceanblue]

You knocked it out of the park imo. Well done!

[@le_th_]

This is your house to do with what you like. That said, here are some of my fave features in your home... The rack for snowboards (I'm partial as a snowboarder since 1997) The cedar door that has the wood lock on the inside. The craftsmanship on that door is beautiful and elegantly simple. That carmel leather bench seating in the kitchen/dining area. Gorgeous in it's elegant simplicity. The way you updated the bathroom. Sleek, simple, functional, more modern. The cedar & stone touches were the icing on the cake. Love the clean but cozy furnishings of the guest rooms. I do hope none of your guest accidentally kick the metal bed frames around the bases of the bed as that is so unbelievably painful (especially if they are there to ski/snowboard). The sitting room for each guest bedroom is very thoughtful & guests will appreciate a private lounge space. Love that you chose NOT to pain the gorgeous wood ceilings & left the original doors. The white paint on the walls certainly brightened up the place tremendously & gives a clean aesthetic. The lacquer you added was subtle and it looks natural and beautiful. Did you do all these renovations yourself???

[@kayjohnson5524]

This is your personality & who you are. Very relaxing & comfortable.

[@antonc81]

Looking good! Would be cool to find some vintage pieces in a similar green to the kitchen cabinets to tie it into the rest of the dining/kitchen space.

[@thecaffineman]

Yeah like sort of mid century modern would look great

[@jatinrajj]

white was definitely the way to go , everything just looks so nice and refreshing great work 👍(the second guest room is my favourite , it looks so cozy)

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you :) I might end up changing rooms now and then hahaha

[@myriamotero5938]

I congratulate you on the renovation of your house. It has open spaces that do not allow one to feel cramped, it is comfortable and more elegant. The transformation using Japanese and Western concepts has made it look spectacular. Furthermore, adding the cost of the house, the renovation and the furniture you spent around $12,000.00 USD, which is a good investment. Enjoy your house 🏡 and congratulations 👏 Greetings from Puerto Rico.😊

[@oops541]

Love that green color in the kitchen and green trash can.

[@saraortiz7818]

Love the open flow.. that reading alcove is just right .. your downstairs bedroom has such space and tranquility.. Yes! For your bathrooms.. The white walls are giving a clean open feeling! The kitchen is so workable.. Noticed you have a small fridge for its saving space.. Enjoy.. Looking forward to more videos.. 👏🥰

[@alanSJ1000]

Wow, Matt... It is very coordinated and tastefully remodeled.

[@KristaCarrington]

Its so cute and welcoming. Just the right size. Im envious. Im stuck here in Philadelphia. That little space with the chair is adorable 😍. You are an amazing decorator for a strait man ♂️

[@inolagranville7832]

Your house is beautiful and be proud about whatever you do and you don’t have to make an excuse to anybody. This is what you want and how you wanna live, but it looks awesome and very much to be proud of all your work and how it turned out very very comfortable and suitable for your needs.

[@usa3479]

I really like what you did with your home.Very nice.👍

[@aviewer9516]

Amazing!! Congratulations on putting together a beautiful home - great transformation! Just curious to see if any of your neighbors asked to see the inside of the house.

[@FunkyKiwi7]

It's a great fusion of both cultures. Well done. I love what you've done.

[@anacrouch7865]

What a great change! Looks fresh and updated. Very welcoming home!

[@tomithot261]

Love your remodeling ... feels homey with style. Am looking forward to catching up with your other video about finding the house. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@colep1527]

You’ve done a wonderful job!! The house looks amazing

[@MsJudiV]

Lovely job!! So light and bright and a wonderful aesthetic. Nice work!!

[@saraocampo9066]

Love the light you give to the place peinting in white look clean and fresh

[@lotusdevi]

Well done on such an effort and result in just 8 weeks !

[@barbarawinters2657]

Beautiful renovation. Great lights everywhere and every room is cozy and welcoming. I wish you all the best!

[@firedancingphoenix]

Just found your Channel and binged all your episodes of your house renovation... great work matt ! The house looks amazing.

[@lisamcneil5471]

I absolutely love your renovations. Beautiful, tasteful and personal.

[@weirdandwow]

Well done, this is awesome what you have done with your house.

[@deborahfoss904]

Lovely home, simple and what a steal. I would go for something like this as a holiday destination.

[@charliecroker2541]

Hats off to you, you have done well. I saw the first video and thought WTF you thinking but I see has turned out well. Enjoy

[@bonriver9420]

You've done an amazing job on this renovation. The house is beautiful, bright and welcoming.

[@kayjohnson5524]

I love goggling & learning how to do different things. ❤

[@watcherManu]

Im kind of sad that you didnt make some kind of desk- (working)room. I think you know best what kind of purpose your house should have, but just for me i think a desk/working room is key. Overall its still such a nice Renovation / Makeover you did here❤❤❤

[@kayjohnson5524]

Wow !! The kitchen !! You really opened it up ! It looks great !!!

[@debraanderson8893]

I am beyond impressed to how that house looks now and how it looked when you walk through the door. Very well done.

[@genevieveladier3053]

absolutely fantastic! I love what you did with the house so far.

[@codeninja100]

Wow you did an amazing job with this place for just $4000! It looks so spacious and inviting now!

[@joanmaxine1]

Very clean looking and cozy.

[@Limastudent]

You did a great job. Your house is very beautiful. You should be so proud.

[@vickiblausey8349]

Look's GREAT!! Love what you did to the place!! Very Serene. 😊

[@hidekodufton5820]

Your neighbour must treasure you there!! So innovative and humble. I am an ex-Japanese and wanting to return sometime. Your channel has been helpful and quite accurate. Congratulations!!

[@rockfeak10]

Wow that looks absolutely amazing. I love how you kept the sliding doors. The lighter colors really opened things up. It looks so homey. Its perfect!

[@60vik]

loved to see how its changed! thank you

[@trinaschneider5883]

Excellent investment - I love how you’ve made it your own!

[@Chls05]

Your house is beautiful, I love it!! Amazing job.

[@ginty9041]

Just incredible. I spent 3 months on a ski scolarship in Gunma ken 40 years ago and have never been back to Japan since (even though I have promised myself every year I would return, life got in the way!). I would love to visit your beautiful home and be hosted by you for a ski tour of the area, hopefully I can make that happen (as I am currently spending around $100k for a similar reno of my own home in New Zealand!) We would never get sign off if having done any electrics or plumbing without necessary consents and permitted workmen). Your place looks truly amazing, keeping a very traditional Japanese vibe with western comforts (I slept on futon for my 3 month exchange and never did get a great night sleep!).

[@rebeccavelayas8868]

I think you have done a marvelous job on the renovation. The house needs to feel like your home so change as needed to get that feeling.

[@cromulus5853]

This is beautiful. I wish I could do something like this but in a warmer climate. I love the house and its surroundings.

[@beverleyhinrichsen3269]

Love all the work you’ve done!! Very nice!

[@simonfraser1491]

Beautiful kitchen. Couldnt imagine how you'd beautify it, but you managed to do it! Congrats

[@toddperilloux6143]

You're doing an awesome job. The house looks great

[@shaneboone5911]

Very nice,I'm learning how to remodel home and your house is looking extremely beautiful. Great job

[@MadAudi]

You’ve been blessed. Great home!

[@yvonnebirch6026]

I love what you did with your home . You have such good taste . I love your kitchen too. Beautiful ! ❤❤

[@DeVerbify]

Just found you/your post on youtube! Couldn't have come at a better time... Thx for sharing

[@ginobruschini]

12k for all of that is amazing... you couldn't find a better deal for a house of that size anywhere else! You have sparked a need for me to follow your steps, that life seems so beautiful and peaceful. Congrats, it's an absolutely beautiful home!

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks so much!

[@TheSheenaE]

Love the chill space

[@coudramackey1868]

I love all that you've done with your home.

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you!!

[@starlight5655]

Well done. What a triumph!

[@umaruyama]

Congrats! Your new house is beautiful 💫 good job

[@camperdane]

Looks great, nicely done!

[@prasantc7652]

Thank you for your wonderful videos. Enjoyed your attitude and transformation, thoroughly.

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you so much!

[@BubblesMcGhee]

It looks amazing!! Congrats!!

[@marinamartinezmeijide1654]

Love your home! The renovations arr amazing! Very beautiful and cozy style! May you enjoy lits of happy moments there! 🙏🏻🌷

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you! It’s been a super fun project :)

[@SHIGUEMY]

I was fascinated by your remodel! ❤ You are very lucky to find a house for that price! I hope I can find one too and remodel it.😊😊😊😊😊

[@nancysmith9425]

IHAVE A FEELING YOU ARE A NATURAL AT RENOS & WILL CONTINUE TO DO MANY MORE OVER THE WORLD, SKIING NEW SLOPES!! HAPPENED SO QUICKLY, HAD TO HAVE HELP......JUSTREAD more..YOU EXPLAIN YOU WORKED 12 HR DAYS, YOUR AWESOME DAD HELPED FOR WEEKS. NOW I KNOW WHERE YOUR TALENT COMES FROM!! HE MUST BE PROUD OF YOU!!!GRMA NAN ❤

[@mysterioanonymous3206]

Good god that is incredible value... Turns my stomach thinking how much money I buried into my house 🤢

[@Bess9779]

No joke. Here in Florida, you wouldn't get a small garden shed for that amount.

[@codeninja100]

@@Bess9779 Quite literally.

[@jiyoo6448]

wow! I like what you've done and what you are trying so much! Keep going man! 🎉

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks!! Appreciate it :)

[@Schatzie301]

You say you aren’t a designer but you could fool me. Looks absolutely fabulous.

[@Mamooo810]

You've done really well renovating the house. The new paint makes the house look brighter.

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks! I did like the older style but yes, needed to make it feel brighter, cleaner, and comfortable :)

[@JMac-27]

Just happened on your video after you purchased this amazing home. I'm so happy with the bits you kept original. It's lovely and I'd love to live there myself, just perfection. I'd be more than thrilled to call this home permanently. This is just a dream! ❤

[@im.mattguy]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@cecilev.9253]

Absolutely wonderful! you made a great job. Artistic and comfortable. Japanese and yet it is your style. Love the slide doors and the white painting plus the kitchen and the mountains on the wall :)

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you so much!

[@peggyleethrower9070]

You've really made it your own . I love it. I'm happy for you. Live & enjoy 😊

[@im.mattguy]

Yes! Thank you!

[@gayamaruyama7129]

Beautifully renovated!

[@Dean-jg6or]

Fantastic, thank you for sharing your renovation experience. I look forward to your YT...Vancouver, BC

[@scottcarroll4744]

Looks great! Well done!

[@jcolucci1289]

Nicely done Matt! I am sure you have great memories there! A cool project to do - as a coffee table book is a picture book of how the house was when you purchased it. Before and after pictures. 😊

[@im.mattguy]

Awesome idea! Taking note :)

[@midwestmediashow8863]

You have great taste. Looks very clean and simple. What a great look!

[@tracyannfarwell2657]

That place is beautiful!

[@ophiryogev8640]

Amazing result!

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you!

[@tacitusromanus8239]

Your place looks beautiful. Congrats!

[@roberton9008]

So cool ! Good job :) gives me hope. ❤

[@monnie1027]

I love it! It's beautiful!❤This

[@lisawidjaja3390]

I really like the renovations on the guest rooms, they both look cozy. Good job 👍

[@im.mattguy]

They’re so great I sleep there too hahaha

[@rediscovering_tanyah]

Great video i love the renovations

[@PassiveGG]

Yeeyyy! It looks super nice and more spacious than before. :D

[@nellie7125]

This is absolutely beautiful, well done, great job! 👏👍😊

[@im.mattguy]

Thank you! 😊

[@chikatoo]

Looks amazing!

[@BubblesMcGhee]

It would be amazing and such an honor to have you or someone like you as a neighbor. I hope I give a laid back, “can do” vibe too. Rock on!