76-Year-Old Lady Yoshiko Jinzenji Spent 8 Years Building Her Own House with a 400m² kitchen

[@drzavahercegbosnaponosna5974]

she is alone, but she seems not to be lonely. she has her own cosmos of her interests and passion ... no wrinkles,

[@sarahdeason493]

Beautifully said !!!

[@drzavahercegbosnaponosna5974]

@@sarahdeason493 thanks. ;-)

[@drzavahercegbosnaponosna5974]

@Mrssewhardtoplease my comment was not about (my or any) obsessions, but just a statement about her face. otherwise, I agree with you about greedy industry and their marketing.

[@bluewaterpines8323]

True and good.my youngest son is exhibiting illness due to overachieving.this is a beautiful blending of life.

[@da96103]

She lives with a ghost. See the ghost's hand at 4:00.

[@lindawu6357]

I love all the natural lighting in her house... She fills her house with things she love and it looks really "lived-in"...

[@rianyulandari3626]

So agree with it

[@nikhilsukumar23]

Yes, wish we could learn more. How she build the house? What's her job? Why so many plates? So many questions? The house is stylish and different.

[@hopmanad5107]

76 and so full of life and so gorgeous ! YOU are an inspiration for us.

[@qqqtte]

These elder ladies in silver white hair looks so pretty and cool for me. 👍👍👍

[@kirstinediete]

I loved seeing them all around the table with different colours of silver and grey

[@marylynch951]

I too am alone but certainly not lonely I am divorced happily When I was married I was very lonely in that marriage Now I feel alive it's a great feeling to be free

[@JustJulesM]

I'm happy you are free. I wish that for me.

[@annydobon8106]

Same here

[@annydobon8106]

@@JustJulesM Hopefully you will be free soon

[@weizixinwinni]

it’s great to hear people escaping from suffocating relationships. I wish you a happy life, with or without a partner.

[@JustJulesM]

Kids are adults and moved away but he will take them to his side. I have mental illness - no job, no place to live, it is terrible weather here with LONG winters.

[@thesurvivalgirl7649]

This proves that you don’t have to be with someone to be happy, you can simply create your own

[@azabujuban-hito8085]

But what if she dies alone and her dead body is decomposing and only to be found a week later....

[@thesurvivalgirl7649]

Sumida Ryogoku we’re all dying alone

[@thesurvivalgirl7649]

Sumida Ryogoku her friends, neighbors would obviously notice

[@whosthatgirl718]

This Survival Girl, Thank for your words of wisdom💗

[@hollyconger9037]

If she's trying to be healthy, why is she eating dead animal flesh?

[@ycl9234]

Beautiful....calming...aspire to be like her at 76...

[@aliciamesa5382]

I'am yoir 90's like!! 😉☺😎

[@wayneduff3699]

Being alone , does not equate to being lonely. She is obviously quite content.

[@morganolfursson2560]

When you have billions at the bank, being alone is a choice. She comes from one of the richest families in Japan, she never had to work a day in her life and only does things for fun, not because she has to. Trust, there is NOTHING exceptional about this old woman, quite the opposite. When you have this much wealth and you spend it on yourself , there is really nothing to be proud of .

[@nicnic9646]

Rather solitude

[@chimommorris158]

So true Morgan! What is her contribution to humanity?

[@10AntsTapDancing]

@@chimommorris158 Beautiful cloth is her contribution and the creation of beautiful clothes by talented fashion designers. And what is your contribution? You and Morgan come across as spiteful and jealous that she had the good fortune to be born into wealth. It might surprise you that you cannot be held to account for your ancestors choices before you were born.

[@liongrose1173]

@@chimommorris158 有💰钱人的一生， 就是花钱。。。享受生活。

[@aniketyadav7998]

Here in India, generally if a single parent is left alone...... He or she either ends up being a beggar on the road, Or dies of the actions out of depression. That's why I always ask my parents, to inculcate their own hobbies. We have a familial culture in India, that's good, but with changing lifestyles and aspirations, one has to go out for job Or other things. It's no more possible to live always with the parents. It's not like i would leave my parents alone when they are going to be old, but still I want them to never feel alone. That's why they must find some activities which they like doing the most. Empty mind is always depressed. So one must inculcate some interests or hobbies to fill the voids of time. It's really important these days. We have a notion that we must live for others. Parents should live for children and then children should live for parents. That's not completely rational. We must take care of our loved ones but we also take care of ourselves. We should have the responsibility of our own selves. You don't own your children, nobody does. So if your children leave you when they are independent then it's not a crime. Parents are the medium for the children to come to this world and children themselves will explore the world. Let them do that, don't cut their wings in the names of responsibilities, culture etc. We must love our children, but we don't need to understand them. It's okay if we can't understand their decisions, but we must have faith that they will do alright. That's why one must love oneself and should also give time to self. That's the only we one can live happily ever after. Don't give your key of happiness to someone else. Be the master of your own life.

[@miriamhavard7621]

💕

[@lass-inangeles7564]

Yes, very true. In most parts of Asia that is true. Mostly due to economics of not being financially independent. All of the parents savings are sunk into dowries with the hope that children will look after them. There are also no social services. We need to form social services that make the parents feel useful and needed and give them some compensation even when retired. This will free up everyone. It is not a hobby but a lifestyle change.

[@suggushradhanikhila7847]

Vandey Mataram wonderfully written. People keep reading countless stupid comments. The fact you made a point and took time to write this itself showing and giving hope that youth these days are thinking and acknowledging the dark side of few parents who seem to think they love their kids and do everything or nothing out of love but that’s completely not the entire side of the emotion. Thankyou!

[@aniketyadav7998]

@@suggushradhanikhila7847 welcome 🍏

[@aniketyadav7998]

@@lass-inangeles7564 yes, indeed. 🍏

[@amanawangnao345]

Making hand rolled green tea at night and watching this is comforting! There is no greater satisfaction than creating a product from scratch!! Not for the monetary value, and it’s a balm for your soul!! And this wonderful wonderful woman is an epitome of a contented being !!!

[@meldacano1525]

What a beautiful lady. I love that she's independent, happy, healthy and still learning at 76. My goal in life is to keep learning and living. I'm 65 and I LIVE every day with a grateful heart.

[@pannabhatt9298]

You are beautiful and your house is very beautiful. I love all the things that you have collected over time. Thanks for showing us your house.

[@Shoofles]

I aspire to live a life like hers.

[@midoann]

I’m 60 and I am into my multiple hobbies, pets, volunteering... but her house is beautiful, high ceiling and all for herself. I hope I’ll continue like her making everyday beautiful, artistic, balance between stillness and activity. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@arlenehutchinson9259]

That kimono for her tea ceremony was TO DIE FOR, unbelievably beautiful 👀💞

[@calipo5110]

So chic and stylish.

[@stew9stew]

Arlene, that kimono did make an impression.

[@kirstinediete]

i would expect nothing less from a textile artist!

[@don2303]

I could sit 24/7 with her and listen to her incredible stories, I bet I would never get bored.. it's just sad maybe she's alone until she can no longer do the things she usually does becoz of old age..... missin my grandma now.

[@elisekuby3576]

What a lovely woman! I especially liked the serenity of her tearoom! I dislike clutter and although her kitchen is a high-energy and very creative space, I would not be able to cope with it. I did learn something that my mind has been play with for some time: that we need 'static' spaces, in our homes and in our gardens.

[@TheGohbomba]

Elise Kuby if you are a happy and healthy woman like I am I don’t mind clutters every where what it is important is the healthy mind and my body , it is does matters , and to stay healthy and happy I turn into vegetarian and raw vegan life styles that even I am 60 years old woman I am healthy and happy , the rest doesn’t take into account in my daily life , thank you

[@elisekuby3576]

@@TheGohbomba The terms 'healthy and happy' encompass many things in daily life. The presence of clutter makes me uncomfortable and it would cause me anxiety, which would then impact the happy and healthy parts of my unique personality and character. She, being an artist, may enjoy the various objects that stimulate her and make her happy. The happiest room in her house would also be the happiest room in my house - the tea room, free of physical and or/mental stimuli! A serene space - or a static space, as she herself described it.

[@sarahdeason493]

@@elisekuby3576 ... Beautiful that we can take beauty which we relate to in others lives and incorporate into ours if we so desire..and by same token, omit the aspects we do not relate to...

[@proart7501]

Yes. But I’m a bit perplexed by the presence of the TV in a room that’s dedicated to such a serene, contemplative, and quiet ritual. Did I see wrong?

[@KP-sc1nh]

What a wonderful way to live. Peace and tranquility in your own sanctuary.

[@patricemarie2960]

A sanctuary ..... for sure!

[@mamemckee2190]

'My last gift to myself." How brilliant is that. She has designed such a lovely life!

[@DarkMoonDroid]

This is how I want to live. But people think I'm crazy or stupid for it. I'm not so much into cooking as building/fixing/making things, so my version would be with work-benches and tools and materials everywhere. I would even have a separate Sacred Space for my own rituals and ceremonies with zero clutter. All this. ☕

[@Jane-ih6gj]

Don't be offended when people tell you you're crazy or stupid. Use it as an excuse to do whatever you want :))

[@icefigureskaterliz1118]

Do what you wish to live how you wish other people don't matter ,,, live happy with yourself,,,,,good luck😊

[@maria13corvette]

You go girl!

[@sarahdeason493]

Jennifer Grove...Beautiful aspirations...Just do what you can towards living like this...baby steps if need be to begin with...Let nay sayers live there life & not affect yours..Your dreams are "crazy beautiful" !!!

[@mamemckee2190]

Because you can state your clear vision you are well on your way to manifesting this reality!

[@MeezerGurlMakes]

Beautiful home and woman - so creative and elegant.

[@rs5570]

I am an older lady preparing to build my own tiny house, alone. It will not be as nice as this. There I will have books, flowers and my animals I love. I will live like Thoreau and want nothing else. ❤️

[@froglegs4910]

this old japanese lady live like a Queen ! Enjoy life with artist mind ! Great Awesome !

[@prayfortheworld7960]

This lady is an inspiration to me.She is amazing😊😊😊

[@njk1284]

Love her spirit. She is Beautiful inside and out.

[@amyd9929]

When an artist design their own house. It was amazing because they're born creative with ideas

[@dreaminbunny]

She is, in fact, very young. ,

[@miriamhavard7621]

💕

[@PDogB]

Looks like she has cultivated her life into one worth living. How nice to share this life with others as well. But for many, the opportunity to travel and/or collect special things, etc. may be out of reach and therefore unrealistic. As for me, I prefer less clutter around my living space, or I become overwhelmed and disoriented. I am not an artist, but I too enjoy cooking as a way to separate myself from the standard American diet and prepare meals with and for others. I am happiest being outside and slowly enjoying the beauty and food of every season. Thank you for posting this interesting video.

[@madge3628]

Lady Jinzenji looks fabulous and she is a talent independent woman, living life on her terms, bravo.

[@phuongnguyen-qw6gl]

Beautiful beautiful Video Love ❤from California 🇺🇸👍🥰

[@jennytassin8570]

i wish i was her friend and be invited for a cup of tea. i love her spirit. She reminds me so much of the book "Harold and Maud" !!!!

[@DarkMoonDroid]

IKR? There is an old passenger train car in this town that I desperately want to live in ...

[@sarahdeason493]

@@DarkMoonDroid ... If it is a possibility to do that, make it happen...Sounds like such a beautiful and charming idea..I for one am very excited re: the possibilities for you...

[@sarahdeason493]

Jenny ... I would so love to be her friend and visit her as well...I feel we would connect despite our language difference....

[@henoh6403]

I would love to do the same

[@stanky6261973]

Beautiful woman. Beautiful home. Beautiful artist.

[@mdnoormdnoor8346]

Dear Such a beautiful enviroment...this is what one call" home sweet home" You really feel the calmity n serenity and the richness of her house... Such a relax enviroment, admire to see the things in her house...its open and can be seen everywhere...love you madame.. Love from malaysia

[@MM-qz9bl]

A beautiful and very peaceful lady and the house toooooo...omg no stress at all.....just watching it make me so peaceful and relax......She is a very lucky lady.....I love it.....thanks for sharing it........my dream....

[@RamonaRayTodosSantosBCS]

That's me! 68 years old in Mexico building my own casa! Donated, traded etc!

[@annas.5894]

Ramona Ray - bless you Ramona. Finding your own joy!

[@thefuzzypenguin778]

Keep at it! Proud of you. -Diana.

[@morganolfursson2560]

No, you are far better than her, Her family is one of the richest in Japan, she is a billionaire, she has absolutely zero merit.

[@edvhollywood4544]

Does it after if you are rich or poor? Nature is the best rich or poor.

[@edvhollywood4544]

Ramona Ray I am in Ajijic Mexico. Renting and a wonderful friendship where I teach qigong with my landlady, a perfect villa, wellness theme Named 5 elements.

[@Amina2544]

I nearly fainted as we were taken around her house... Such amount of beauty, and there is art everywhere! What an amazing woman! This house must be one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen... Such aura of peace, art, creativity and happiness.

[@nineeefish]

喜歡她說房子需要「動態與靜態相結合」。 生活美學就是有意識的體驗。

[@Kris97520]

Que casa más bonita. Me gusta Todo lo que existe en ella, incluida Vd. Porque todo lo artesanal me apasiona. Muy guapa con el Kimono. Un abrazo desde España. Bravo por su estilo de vida. 👏👏👏👏👏🙏😘. Vive en un Maravilloso país.

[@vinodkumar-xr6jm]

"Innovation" is the word exclusively for Japaneese people.From my heart,i respect them.

[@lizraper3667]

Tea,cooking with friends,nature,creativity and solitude.....perfect combination wherever.....a very formidable lady,she’s great

[@sadiedesimone7460]

A very intelligent, interesting, creative woman! A wonderful inspiration for others. Her home is exquisite!

[@marylynch951]

Omg what a beautiful woman And what an inspiration Absolutely beautiful May God bless her and protect her

[@mamcoraa4747]

Que forma de vida maravillosa, plena naturaleza, disfrutando de su arte. Felicidades Señora y un especial saludo

[@andreamaiorana8490]

This was wonderful to see. I am 76 and I too have an above average level of curiosity. This lady has a beautiful, rich and fulfilling life surrounded by everything she loves. Heavenly!❤️

[@キキ-u3w]

良いなー憧れる… この方のような、 尊敬できる人に私もなりたいです。

[@karenp5374]

Thank you KZbin. This is exactly what I was looking for. I want to build something very similar and leave it for public use when I am gone.

[@karenp5374]

It seems out of place on this channel. The other videos are strange.

[@ChoBee333]

This is the cutest dream house for a crafter.

[@ahill4642]

What an honour and a joy to see a glimpse of this lovely lady’s creative and beautiful life. Thank you. ☺️

[@xgcocona]

白い御髪が可愛くて仕方がない ものがたくさんあって乱雑に置かれているように見えても 散らかっている感じがしない ゴミがないというか こんな風に人生が見えるようなものがたくさんある生活が素敵

[@marloncervantes2512]

It’s creative people like this that give me hope that one can create one’s universe. She looks so happy! Beautiful spirit. Great Lady!

[@myraclarke6124]

Omg she inspires me. Love love love her lifestyle. Absolutely brilliant. But I love doing nothing.

[@da96103]

You can do nothing if you want, but you must do nothing elegantly.

[@lifeofnitu7648]

She is constantly learning new skills and exploring more even at this age. She has not grown old. She has grey hair but her her soul is full of life like a young woman. Very inspiring.

[@flavarz]

Loving these mini stories about extraordinarily simple living humans. Big ideas by big hearted inidividuals😍

[@lidijastefanovski8766]

Admiration for the style, creating a home that allows to do what she loves the most and to live life the way she wants. Simple but full with pleasurable moments each day this is what we all need in this time and age. Thank you for the inspiration video !

[@sm3296]

Beautiful and charming story about this unique woman.

[@RitzaM_1965]

LOVE the serenity of the tea room. It's exactly the feeling I get when drinking a good cup of tea.

[@jiaunmew878]

Thank you so much for sharing this story. Finally have met a person ‘Living a life no regrets’. Thank you Lady Yoshiko Jinzenji for your inspiration. Like my granny say your own happiness is your own to achieve, no one can give you the true happiness of your heart desires.

[@stonecandle]

OMG. I admire this woman and hope to be like her in the near future. I don't think I would ever have such a lovely home - out of my stratosphere - but I will create my own little retreat and plan to keep active which is what all of us should do.

[@giannilloyd]

Loving the positivity in these comments!!! Side note: I want a tea room now.🌌💎💥

[@sharonlea786]

I want a tea room now too! :)

[@jackieblue6116]

gianni lloyd - agreed! Its so refreshing to see such positive, lovely thoughts shared. And yes... a tea place.... afternoon tea.

[@TyffanyHoward]

Me too!

[@mmxxmxm]

Me too 😢 someday 😉

[@evanah8250]

Love her passion and strong will ..she keeps moving and that makes her even stronger. And she said that she rather die than do nothing..she is really very active and always on the move. Respect!👍

[@issbiss11]

Beautiful person and space she created. An inspiration!

[@stitchwitch-c1q]

She is just fabulous All of her sensuality seeps into her house, her food, even the light. I love her- just like Oscar Wilde said “ I put my skills into my art and my genius into my life” -well something like that. I find her entire aesthetic, her attitude, her gumption-so life affirming. Kudos to the producers, the sound engineer and the film makers and directors for such a beautiful little film. 🙌🏽🙏🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙌🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@sarahdippity]

This is lovely. Truly lovely. She's amazing! Beautiful film.

[@shemanagaddy4058]

👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒

[@dis.9342]

@@shemanagaddy4058 🌹🌸🌹🐝🌹🌸🌹 Beautiful lady!!!

[@liongrose1173]

She is alone but lot lonely . She cooks and entertains her friends . She enjoys what she is doing and enjoys living...not everybody can live like her .

[@dogfishwholesome9200]

She is so beutiful and full of wisdom , my life goal 😍😍

[@shemanagaddy4058]

👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒👒

[@northpole9311]

Nice space open and very practical, the sun room is like living out doors ...the warm fire burning must really keep things super cozy...yes I could sip tea all day in this house.

[@menkaaggarwal6762]

Another beautiful and inspirational video. Thanks for sharing. Loved this video.

[@baekhyuneeisnationsuwu]

She's a simple woman but has rich aura of peace. Trully a lovely

[@SuperBenette]

I am going to sew myself a kimono and drink chinese tea - just another old lady in Vienna.

[@valerieb.4912]

Benette Semper be sure to study on the tea room and the Japanese way of preparing the tea.. then you will under stand.

[@SuperBenette]

@@valerieb.4912 Thanks dear, be blessed.

[@stew9stew]

Benette, funny I thought the same.

[@melissahouse1296]

Thats lovely... i'll think of you when i have my tea.. jut another 48 yr old/ middle aged woman living on her own in Australia xx : ))

[@pamelamcclung6179]

I have the utmost respect and awe for the Japanese !!! 😊 Everything you do, is sheer beauty to the highest degree. Everything , to the inth degree is painstakingly detailed and cared for. I just watched a video on how the NewBorn is taken care of in your Hospitals. It puts ours to SHAME. The Nurse was so calm and gentle saying soothing words to the baby , when he started to cry. I was in awe and happy tears to see such gentleness. Here, they're so rough and mean. That's why I had my babies at home and at the Mid-Wife house !!! Went home, with my NewBorn, several hours later !!! 😊 BEST experience ever !!! Watching your shows makes me wish I was Japanese 😊 Love you all. !!!! 🥰

[@AnitaAnita-du5wr]

So much satisfaction peace calm and inquisitiveness a beautiful life😍🤗✌️

[@lorrygeewhizzbang9521]

This will be me in 40 years 😊 I love art, LOVE glasses etc and love my own space. She seems like a beautiful person.

[@XinruZhuang33]

太有意思了，虽然房间物件极多而且甚至可以说杂乱，但是整个气场给人感觉是宁静的。看来房间的场还是由主人决定啊

[@KM-nq7ez]

What a beautiful life she has created.

[@bluebiegrace1828]

I love these kind of stories.

[@ManjuSingh-io6ix]

I think if u have a passion in life for anything it keeps u going shes all by herself in her sweet lil abode a picture of good health look at her skin her hair so healthy 🌹Good wishes may she always be like this 🙏🙏

[@MiraDesai]

What a lovely space! The contrast of the living area n serenity of tea room...aha!

[@mariarosagomez4385]

Me gusta que esta señora tenga tantas ganas de vivir sea activa, productiva, creativa, alegre, no ve obstaculos en nada de lo que hace, Maravillosa

[@honeykamboz1190]

JAPAN have extraordinary technology But they believe in living Natural style I love you JAPANESE'S 🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗🤗💐💐💐💐

[@arela1030]

To live is to enjoy ,what a gorgeous living ,fantastic, 人生って大変楽しです 、日本🇯🇵大好きで🌸thank you so much for sharing your lovely video.God bless and peace grace 🌸🌸🦋🦋🦋💕💕

[@cricket62200962]

She reminds me of the grandma from kiki's delivery service

[@senseijen8963]

Not all single women will end up old, sad and grumpy.... Some will be just like her. What an inspiration.

[@sarahdeason493]

Jen Ox .... Beautifully said !!!

[@maroulio2067]

Many old married women end up sad and grumpy- with a sad and grumpy old husband

[@Javernoss]

i wish my last stage of life would be at least similar to this. Peaceful, when you only surround by everything you truly love and treasure. no additional drama, just you, and your own world.

[@unansyah]

I love her attitude! I wish her all the happines in the world

[@ximenapino729]

Nada mejor que hacer lo que te gusta, y vivir de ello. Es bendecida ésta mujer.

[@leilaguimaraes6226]

She is so sweet and her life seems to be good...I loved her and her full of life home

[@yuki-bz7kd]

日本にこういう人がいるのにびっくり。 初めて見る指輪。素敵

[@lisalisalisalisalisalisalirali]

え！？うそ。うちの周りのお年寄りはエネルギッシュで素敵ですよ。

[@maycute1222]

@@lisalisalisalisalisalisalirali さん　そうですね。大体同じ年齢だけどねっ 自分は『年寄り』なんて思った事 ないなぁ 。 井戸端会議の年寄りには なりたくないだけ・・お洒落しない人生は嫌だな～

[@ninarekhi]

So calming to watch her enjoying her space.

[@mochanomnom4626]

“I rather die than doing nothing” man that’s deep. I’m here doing nothin’ while watching the video ,I feel that sentence stabbing my existence

[@rasbijalpatel310]

Ha ha. She is multi talented.

[@angelesmariabartolomepache9027]

Maravillosa señora!!! Que delicada y elegante es la cultura japonesa, desde su persona a sus espacios, utensilios ,materiales, siempre me ha gustado todo lo que de Japón viniera y ésta señora, para mí resume a un Japón que a mi me encanta.

[@larysayevdokymova-rizk6036]

There s no more serious or difficult work , than building love🙏🏻💎❤️

[@areyalunera7126]

She is beautiful both inside and out, her house is beautiful and calming, and her cooking looks amazing. Can I go live there with her? Lol. Seriously though, I wish there were more people like her.

[@KingdomChild]

I really like her personality :) I can relate to her curiosity and exploratory spirit. Her home is cozy and beautiful. I feel the same way about life. There doesn’t seem enough to time to learn about or explore everything that interests me.

[@SoulSpark-g9p]

Simply beautiful very inspiring. I myself at 51 going to go start building my village. I'll start with a dome house and turn land into a dome village with nature conscious, organic food, earth lover folks. Integrate aimed technology that can work harmoniously with nature. I know it can be done! Thus lady was inspiring!

[@j.projodihardjo8139]

Madame Yoshiko Jinzenji, que vous ayez toujours la bonne santé ! Vous êtes admirable !

[@niwaleaf]

This woman is so inspiring, she’s so beautiful, and such a beautiful life. 😢❤️❤️❤️

[@johnwhitley2898]

Kudos to you for your art, and your house! Straight forward simple living!

[@fegrace_1]

She is truly and artist and her home is absolutely an extension of her work. I really enjoyed this video and I love hearing her story. Thank you for sharing.

[@jazmin_1395]

I'm a lazy lug (compared to her) who happens to be younger than her only in terms of the number you call age... god! the energy she still carries around her...

[@jeanneamato8278]

Fascinating, inspiring, and uplifting. She should be honored.