Ep 31 - A Micro Apartment with long narrow room🏠🚽 - 10.75sqm / 115.7sqft

Hello. I am Usui.
I live in a micro apartment in Tokyo.
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#smallapartment #microapartment

[@Netro1992]

I am still flabbergasted at how you keep finding bigger apartments than your own that effectively have less usable space.

[@-Laska-]

Exact my thoughts a few seconds ago.

[@heyokasd]

Right?? When the square footage was shown I was like, surely not!

[@Zirazari]

Maybe the answer to the perfect micro apartment is his current one!!

[@lokicooper4690]

Hadn’t thought of it that way, but you’re so right! Some of these apartments are crazy!

[@expensivecrayon]

A simple square seems to be the best shape for a micro apartment so far

[@lateciamadethis]

When I saw the thumbnail I immediately dismissed this apartment, but fought off my initial reaction and tried to appreciate the process of exploring the space … until the price was revealed. This apartment would need to located immediately above my employment, have included full meals and bar, and gym with spa facilities included to have such unusable layout and premium rent.

[@silvialopes9877]

😂😂

[@LeireFB]

More than an apartment or a room, I'd say it's a corridor with a washing machine and a toilet 😅

[@usui503]

😅🚽🧺

[@jinny384]

So true😂

[@violetviolet5714]

I think one of my favorite things about this channel is getting to see the bizarre decisions made when designing these apartments.😆 I will never understand clear glass for bathrooms and toilets. Even if you want to reduce claustrophobia and increase natural light, frosted and textured glass exist!

[@Smittenhamster]

Apparently not in Japan, I cannot explain the massive absence of it otherwise 😂

[@ankebosing1968]

You can barely fit one person in there, so it does not matter that the door is clear glass.

[@jennnotavenndiagram3561]

@@ankebosing1968a person might want to have a friend over on occasion. Then they watch you poop? No thanks. 😂

[@ankebosing1968]

@@jennnotavenndiagram3561 People in Japan tend to meet friends in public.

[@YourWaywardDestiny]

@@ankebosing1968 I, for one, am not interested in seeing a toilet every time I turn my head. Maybe you're OK with that, but you have to understand that this is not a common stance to take throughout the world.

[@SteSatake]

I have the feeling that some apartments sound like an insult to those who will live in them. This is one of them. Not even a normal bed fits!

[@judy-angedv7590]

et alone your soes, clothes, towels and spare set of bedding

[@j.keiser2535]

Hello Usuisan, This apartment isn’t much bigger than the one you already have, and it’s much too expensive for what it offers. I’d stay the course and keep looking. Good luck and happy hunting.

[@mrnice115]

He knows his audience , straight into the toilet paper storage tease 😂

[@Smittenhamster]

If they had painted the whole apartment white and used wood floors throughout it would look so much nicer. Furthermore, why not hide the pipes down the sink? You cannot put anything under this anyway, so give it a door for a nicer look, maybe with knife holder. Instead of just a mirror, they could have done a mirror cupboard for a bit more storage space. That's just 3 tweaks to instantly make this a lot better.

[@ФедяКрюков-в6ь]

Usui-san somehow manages to find more and more horrible apartments for our amusement every time

[@christinae30]

The apartement you have now is much better!

[@mazarinf5130]

That's not an apartment, that's a closet. Not well designed or organized. Wouldn't even be a legal apartment in the US, I think. You've found much better options previously.

[@gaston01000]

Another episode of "WTF design this apartment?!" LoL

[@Tammy-ez9ei]

I don't like this one, Usui. Too cramped. Your apartment is better. Thank you for this amazing series!! Hugs from Spain. 🌹

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment!🥰🇪🇸 I love the apartment I live in now.

[@smargrave]

I feel like so many of these apartments are more like offices with a private bathroom. I don’t know how some people would actually live in them when someone of them could only fit like a small bed and then have very little storage.

[@michaelwelhausen488]

The Journey to find an ideal Micro Apartment will definitely continue... I like the fact that you could put a larger refrigerator in the open area and you have a washer/dryer, but some doors on the open space under the sink would have been nice, plus I don't see how you could even get a small bed in that narrow space. That, and the monthly rent is so much more. Keep looking Usui-san, you will find the right one eventually.

[@lindahasty1324]

Hello and good morning from the USA. Hmmm. Not so much the perfect micro apartment. I do love yours. Please stay there. Should you want more storage and a small fridge, you could easily raise your bed a few feet. Must be fun, though, to see all these different places. Thanks for taking us along with you and Spidey.

[@elvisneedsboats3714]

That’s not an apartment. It’s a kitchenette with an hallway!

[@ixlnxs]

Not even a kitchenette. A hallway with a sink.

[@Honeywell.]

It's livable and you could make it work but who would want to at that price? It's not the worst we've seen but it's near the bottom for me.

[@jibbyfoob]

2:02 After watching so many of these vids, that shelf reminded me also of TP storage 😅

[@usui503]

😅

[@k.neunzig6419]

Erster Gedanke 👍😃😉

[@XLessThanZ]

Wow, your current micro apartment is well priced and spacious for that price. Seems ideal already👍🏽

[@etoubear]

I definitely feel claustrophobic with this flat. The 'bedroom' area feels like sleeping in a concrete coffin.

[@stevianheartbound]

I feel like the closer these shoeboxes are to a train station or shopping center, the more they charge and the less space they give you. You might as well live in a van at some of these price points.

[@ldw2739]

The layout is strange however it could actually work out. There is a good amount of space. A rolling table could be of multifunctional use. Thought the rent is very high compared to where you are now.

[@fairmania]

Useable, although a tight space for the bed. It would work, nice and convenient for the station, roughly one and a half times bigger than where you are but for twice the money. Bonus point - no loft! You can have your desk and chair, no short cuts, and room for a fridge. But really the fridge is the only plus point over your current apartment. Keep looking maybe?

[@leenakoponen5156]

The laundry machine has more living space than the person who would live there.

[@auberginebear]

Oh, you have a Miles Morales Lego figure too! As for the apartment, while there is definitely only one place for a bed (just the mattress), if you could build a platform as high as the window is low with a means to pull out the furthest of storage, then it could work, then have a folding desk under the second window with enough space to open the washer/dryer or cook without folding it away. Plus there's room for a fridge, amd you could put some longer term storage there for things you don't use or need often. Only thing that worries me is the kind of walls in the shower look like plaster and rent, although I suppose that's because of where it is. Thanks for another tour.

[@NIKISCHOICE]

Hello,Usui! This apartment is perfect for just your two Spidermen...If,however want to stay together honestly,so far as price/quality your current home is better than all the others views! Anyway,after the videos you showed us maybe you should learn how to use the ladder dangling from the third-fourth floor and how to sleep in standing up for optimize the space of the future room 🤣 I also live in a rented apartment,so I follow with interest this adventur of yours hunting. Good luck and on to the next! 🤞🙋‍♀

[@leahj139]

Apartment cat notices that it is very much like your current apartment except the rent is much higher and the bathroom door is see-through. 🐾 1/5 paws

[@suburbohemian]

It's doable, yeah, but the more I see of the places you find on your search, the more convinced I become that you already found your ideal place, not just in terms of space, cus it is small, but the efficient layout is killer and your rent is lower than any we've seen too.

[@suburbohemian]

I'd put a slim loft bed in that slot btw so I could have both a bed and desk beneath and a nice kitchen table with small fridge next to it. The space you placed refrigerator, I'd use to add a cupboard or shelves to hold both clothing and kitchenware etc.

[@M_Bede]

Apartment 27 is still the best one so far !!!

[@casiobarnes]

yes! every video after episode 27 has made me feel angry, haha.

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment!🥰 Many people say they like EP27.

[@CoffeeHound1]

I’m astonished how expensive such a poorly designed, tiny space is!! I also would pass this by. Good luck with your quest!

[@AM.000]

I'd have to turn the bedroom/hallway into a two story space. Futon on the ground, with a structure above with a bench seat and desk. Id set it at the height you can open the window.

[@debgamble8368]

Such a squeeze! How would you make the bed? It’s so tight on usable space you would be climbing over things all the time. With zero storage space it’s unliveable. This one is a big no…

[@Dakotarunner2013]

Seems like these apartments with long narrow spaces are much less accommodating for furniture and storage than more square apartments (like the one you have now!).

[@Serviervorschlag-]

This is weird. 😂 Looks as if someone turned a cellar or rooftop into a somehow called apartment. I wonder why someone dares to offer such an "apartment". Your apartment is pure gold comparing to this one, especially the price you pay is very good for a city like Tokio.

[@DavidHernandez-oc1oz]

Because they know people will pay because of the area it's in so they don't have to care and it shows

[@DragonRiderShiru]

I don't think I have every seen a tiny apartment I dislike more than this one. I like small spaces and this layout makes me feel claustrophobic. 😅 Editing to say:That rent coat is insane. D:

[@Daeira1]

Out of all of the apartments that you have viewed, this is the one that I like the least. I feel like it is the worst use of space that I have ever seen.

[@baisalimitra4865]

This apartment made me sad for its future occupant🙁great video Usui-san show casing current problem people face while looking for a decent accommodation within budget ❤❤❤

[@viceadmiralyuen]

You know that an apartment is not good when there is no toilet paper storage and Usui-san does not feature a local restaurant. I would pass on this expensive and cramped apartment.

[@linda7538]

Im realising how hard it must be to find a decent microapt. as a woman. With so little storage, where do all our toiletries go? And many bathrooms barely have space for disposal bin either 😭

[@hazeldavis3176]

I think I would rent a storage unit offsite for seasonal clothes and shoes. But in this apartment, there isn't any room for makeup even. Not a very good layout :(

[@lovestudiobibi]

Ooh I guessed 89000 yen! Very narrow for sleeping though, no big stretches allowed! I love these videos so much. Arigato :-) I used to live in Roppongi in the 1980's. Love Japan.

[@ririeranggasari]

1980s Roppongi must have been amazing ❤

[@pascalb2279]

Usui loves toilet paper space!

[@DawnDavidson]

Even the emergency ladder is awkward! 😂 I hope you noped right outta there!

[@amystern123]

I think metal is a bad idea for a ladder used to escape fire. It would become too hot to hold.

[@malkakossoy3747]

Between the see thru door to the bathroom and not enough space for your bed, the search continues.

[@SmithCaro]

I genuinely like this place. There are ways around the glass door to the bathroom, which in my opinion is the only negative. I really, really like it ... 😊

[@EliaIsabelRamírezMaya]

Dos cosas me llaman la atención en este y otros lugares que nos has mostrado, primero la escalera de emergencia (qué previsores), y segundo, el gusto de los constructores por poner puertas de vidrio en los baños!!! 😂

[@LisaMarli]

Why do they design spaces with no place for a bed? Or any clothes storage? Those are essential. That narrow area needs to be a meter wider. Space for the bed and to walk up to the side of it.

[@baamd]

With every apartment with strange layout, I wonder how the neighbours apartments are shaped. ^^ I like the entry, which is kind of separated from the rest (you dont open the door and have a sink or the toilet in first sight). I also like the somewhat separated "bedroom". But it is that small, that you have to walk on the bed to open/close the window. And that the room is sunny seems not to be very helpful, since this is not the place where you would put a desk (even if I would want to put it there). Maybe you could use some kind of folding bed for this space? I do not like the concrete walls and ceiling, but this is my personal opinion. So I also do not like the floor tiles in the main area. This is where you would place a desk or table for eating. (Right next to the washing machine... hmmm). The kitchen doesnt have any storage space, which is sad. It would have been nicer, if a fridge would be placed under the sink (where the washing machine is) and the washing machine between sink and bathroom. This would be more "senseful" in my eyes ^^' Washing room... With the shower not very separated from the toilet it is okay, that there is no toilet paper space there - it would get wet, I think? At all, this is not the ideal micro apartment, I think.

[@fernbrisot325]

Oh hell no! Unless the two Spidermen are considering sharing this room by themselves. Then it would be about the right size.

[@antrazitaj5209]

For all the added space and cost, the only thing it adds compared to yours is the fridge space. The layout of he room is very resticting

[@cb_555]

😮 ...the rent. The place for the bed is so narrow. Difficult to come in and out of the bed. And the view was not that nice. But the toilet paper storage was a plus... 🤔 My fav is still Nr. 27 with the large window. 🤩🙏👍 Greetings from Germany and thanks for the video! The music is nice! 🙂👍🇩🇪🙏🌹

[@tiffanykeefe2368]

For the price it's not worth it. If there was a proper closet or just more room around the bed area than it would be better but as it is you would not be able to use under bed storage because you wouldn't be able to access it on a daily basis 🤔 larger, more expensive, but also more inconvenient than what you have

[@sayitlikeitis8759]

I think, in England, this might be classed as ‘unfit for human habitation’ as it is so small.

[@ixlnxs]

I don't know the laws in UK but in Spain and Portugal it definitely is.

[@eirenedelosreyes6025]

idk, the layout for the bedroom is kinda creepy. imagine this, lying in the bed, the space is too narrow and the ceiling is not painted. its like lying in a to.. get it?😅

[@nuriain3persons]

I don’t like, not enough place for a bed!❤️❤️❤️

[@brunodelucia]

Hi Mr. Usui! As the episodes go by I realised you have some items that are the reason why you are looking for a new apartment: 1- Fridge space. 2- Better and bigger kitchen. 3- Separated rooms for toilet and bathroom. 4- Natural light. 5- Be near to Shibuya. 6- No loft space. 7- Reasonable price. 8- More important one, toilet paper space! Did I let something out of the list?

[@greenmoss9079]

That one is gonna be a tight squeeze Usui ! Also another high risk of soggy toilet paper lol 😂

[@semiote]

As with other places you've looked at, this seems more like a private office. Even if it served as one, though, what would you do with that long, narrow space? No room for a desk, and even if you put bookshelves there, there wouldn't be enough space to see what's on them. Maybe you could put an exercise bike there: an office for someone who likes to take workout breaks during the day...

[@s.478]

Hi! I'm loving this series!! (But not this appartement, lol. Bit too narrow) Is there anyway you'd consider adding the length and width of the appartement to the small floorplans? I love planning/decorating along with you, but it's a bit hard guessing what could fit where at times. Keep up the great vidoes!!😊

[@LittleFrenchHen]

Usui, I nearly dropped my laptop in shock when you showed how expensive this horrible apartment was! Its like a hallway! I have seen camping tents bigger than this! Not this one, no...its awful.

[@marcelaoviedo3218]

Me encanta este recorrido por estos mini apartamentos.

[@pilarw8745]

Bonito rio! El apartamento me parece un poco estrecho... Mejor si la cama se puede recoger sobre la pared durante el día. El tuyo es más económico.👋 Saludos

[@Zirazari]

It’s nice enough and you could make it work, but is bit more expensive than your current one, although you could put a fridge, and maybe use a futon instead of a bed

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment.🥰 Futon is a good idea!

[@zzydny]

This is a prison cell. End of story. To be fair, there is decent space in the kitchen area but absolutely no storage worthy of a kitchen. And the glass door by the toilet is a huge no.

[@coolst0rybruh]

why is it a huge no? i don't think you can have guests that watch you use it anyway.

[@zzydny]

@@coolst0rybruh Beyond the fact that I would be uncomfortable even if there were no one there to see me, there is the fact that the toilet is too close to the kitchenette and that is filthy.

[@jujubretas7041]

Olá Usui! Esse apartamento é muito pequeno e caro! O seu atual parece melhor, e o aluguel é caro! Descarto! Até breve!😉

[@dauki19]

At this point I don't know what is a good or bad apartment in japan 😂 the bed space is too tight and the bathroom door is clear but you have toilet paper space and refrigerator space, there is no loft space. And the toilet is not in the living area 😂

[@alfredomanzano8436]

That narrow space for the bed is a little claustrophobic 😅

[@kaywatson6505]

That is where the kitchen should have been a long inside only.

[@pinkiewinkie1548]

Usui-San, you also life (or lived) in a NANO-flat!! There are a lot of micro-flats but some of them are more nano-flat, that small!!! I have mild claustrophobia so could never live in an apartment/flat, like that!!! - Shoe storage above the entry door I think hahahaha, such a very small genkan!! An internet access there?? WTF????????????????????? Are we giants?? But maybe Spidye would help you out here? ROFL! - Those escape ladders are fab, would love this in our country too (in apartments, but also in and houses upstairs!). - I would place a 1-person-loft bed in that narrow space with the ladder at the foot end (so on the narrow side of the bed instead of the long side!) and maybe you could place something under the bed than: storage or other? - Folding table and chairs underneath those kitchen windows could be a solution?! - WHAT??? That is expensive, that rent!!! Love from an old rebel-Pinkie

[@helenpearson781]

Most apartments I try to imagine myself living there but it's a NO for this one. The toilet is something I've never seen before with wash basin inbuilt 😮

[@pstanton2445]

3 things: 1. The shelf over the entry door is your desk/workspace? 2. The sink isn't enclosed because there's no room to swing open a door? 3. The apartment should be listed as "The Hermit Special" because no one who lives there could have visitors.

[@mai_chan2023]

i actually think the layout is quite usable. no toilets in front of the entrance, no lofts, no triangular spaces. there's space for a desk an a fridge, too. but the rent is too much. still think episode 4 & 1 are the best ones so far.

[@НадеждаВасильева-ъ7о]

Эта квартира слишком далека от идеальной!

[@hazeldavis3176]

Oh my, expensive! Good location for nightlife though. I like the layout but only for one person and maybe just a sleeping bag lol

[@barbarashirland9078]

I could live there. Folding mattress. Expensive location!

[@kimchipig]

Whew! Thought for a minute there was no toilet paper shelf yet again.

[@miobulle1112]

Your place is smaller but better. Forget this one even if the materials are looking good and it is expensive ( maybe good area). Take care you and Mr and Mr Spiderman.

[@phylliscraine]

Honestly this is the size of a prison cell in the US! But can't beat the price. I would rent two apartments in the same building and use one as an office and I would sleep in the other one.😄😄

[@Oyares5360]

I was just wondering Usui if you would consider a regular-size apartment rather than a micro apartment? By the way I do enjoy seeing all these other types of micro apartments around Japan and I like watching your videos 🙂

[@gildaolsen2888]

You might want to familiarize yourself with Usui's minimalistic ideology. See if you can watch the first episodes. He doesn't need a normal flat for his simple living style. Good luck. ☺️

[@quietestkitten]

This feels like the less cramped than the apartment that was just a tiny rectangle. That said, once the bed is placed, it will still be quite claustrophobic. For a long time I thought episode two was best. But now I think episode 27 is best. It was small but not cramped

[@loisgoodmovies8474]

The builder was smoking some 'stuffy stuff' and created this craziness!!! No way is it worth the price!

[@Sharon-fc6lz]

Looks like a former storage room

[@melanieangelslight9814]

Relieved to see "my journey to look for an ideal Micro Apartment will continue". LOL This one is a "no" for sure!

[@robertapieramici7912]

perhaps your apartment is already the best

[@debralavoie9095]

Love the bathroom and the fact it's a sunny place. The bedroom area is too small. There maybe more square footage but it's not a good fit. And double what your paying now.

[@alicechiari7576]

Big big big no for me, im already missing air 😅 i think it's important to focus on your needs, what are you looking for in your ideal apartment? I guess a square apartment like your feel less cramped cause it has the free center, plus most of the places dont take advantage of the vertical space...

[@grosseschana]

Surprisingly tiny bed area. 😮

[@remanye1329]

Tips for avoiding bad apartments: 1. The door number is formed of 3 digits: 301, 402... 2. Concrete wall 3. Stainless steel kitchen 4. Glass door toilet-shower or none walls But most important: Noo toilet paper storage!

[@patriciacortes9734]

Oi! Muito estranho e caro esse micro apartamento. Natal RN Brasil

[@beth8775]

If the location is right, it could be worth it. I think I would use a gate-leg table for my desk so I could have a bit of extra room when not using it. And maybe a futon instead of a bed frame.

[@elvinabarclay6187]

Interesting space. The lack of actual useable storage and the price make it a no for me.

[@lydiebalthazar]

This kind of space needs tailor-made foldable and convertible furniture to be somehow manageable. Good point : the two windows and enough space to have a table/desk. Not bad, but nope.

[@camtrail92]

this room reminds of pocket hotel in kyoto !!

[@swartz9dz]

È assolutamente troppo caro!!! Io credo che il tuo appartamento sia più comodo perché la tua stanza è quadrata e permette una m8gliore disposizione dei mobili , inoltre è più economico ❤

[@camillesch7297]

I tried to appreciate the appartment because I told myself "for this very, very, VERY small one, I bet the rent will be cheap" and then I saw the end of the video :ooooo those landlords have no shame!

[@KathyBarnett-mv5vg]

That's not an apartment that's a cleaning cupboard!

[@fredsmith3456]

I recommend putting a loft bed in that narrow space with a ladder. You could then preserve some of the floor space for a desk with chair

[@lisetravis]

Love your channel!

[@alexb.1320]

For its square footage, it feels very cramped. And with the glass toilet door, might as well be the toilet in the middle of the kitchen. =-) I don't think any of us viewers can forget that apartment. But we have a good laugh about it, at least these apartments all have their own bathrooms/toilets not a shared toilet room.

[@keilamaldonado6885]

Tiene una distribución un poco extraña pero funcional te seguimos acompañando en tú búsqueda 🤭☺️

[@mediagirl]

The ONLY pro point for this apartment: It's REALLY hard to fall out of the bed! *lol*

[@usui503]

😅