living alone in japan 🇯🇵 | daily life in tokyo, anime shopping, karaoke, haul, cooking

just a little day in my life living in tokyo alone 🌸 join me for a day of shopping, anime stores, solo karaoke, cooking, and more 😇
How are you guys doing? We kind of had a really weird fall, with some days being really hot and then the temperature suddenly dropping 20 degrees the next day...a bit sad that my favorite season was probably cut short a bit this year :( I filmed this in October, so I am catching up on my vlogs now!!! Sorry for the inconsistency, work and life have been so busy...
🌸 follow me on social media 🌸
twitter: @allisonintokyo
personal instagram: @allisintokyo
studyinstagram: @allistudy
-----
support my channel 😇
ko-fi.com/allisonintokyo
-----
AMAZON LINKS TO MY FAVORITE STUFF 🛍️
US: www.amazon.com/shop/allisonin...
JP: www.amazon.co.jp/shop/allistu...
-----
🚃 TRAVEL JAPAN WITH JR PASS (affiliate link so buy through here to support me 🥰)
NATIONWIDE PASS (most popular, allows travel on JR trains across Japan: click.jrpass.com/SH6k
REGIONAL PASSES: click.jrpass.com/SH6l
-----
❤️ music ❤️
Daystar - Salt Bread, Love Me!, Daisy Fleabane
living alone in japan 🇯🇵 | daily life in tokyo, anime shopping, karaoke, haul, cooking

[@AllisoninTokyo]

just because I live alone does not mean I am lonely!!!!!! 😇

[@kpopmationkim4513]

I’m currently an exchange student here in tokyo and i admit there was a month i felt kinda depressed because i felt lonely (i can’t make friends here) but I’ve been feeling better now that i’ve become comfortable hanging out by myself alone enjoying my hobbies :). I love watching your videos and making a list of new places to visit in Tokyo. Random question can u be heard by others outside in karaoke? I want to try it out but i’m a bit embarrassed to be heard 😅

[@sergbastian5]

There's a great book about this called Party of One: The Loner's Manifesto.

[@NeonCoffeeCat]

Thank you thank you i live alone and i am truly not lonely I just love doing my own thing and after being in a controlling relationship for decades where i was never allowed to be alone it is the best feeling ever. I do go out and do social things but i really love just being alone.

[@ironhell813]

I’ve been alone my entire life, it’s only a state of mind Allison, don’t forget that. Enjoy your life any way you see fit and enjoy yourself.

[@Cat1184]

Absolutely and great vlog again! I really love your shopping going out doing fun stuff alone vlogs and I love Ikebukuro too. So this was the perfect vlog for 😊 I can’t wait to see the renovated Animate when I come to Tokyo next February. And your statement about onsen and karaoke is so true 💯

[@markvader8083]

It's always a great day when you're off during the weekday and making about you. I was most impressed with your being able to sing Japanese songs(you have a nice singing voice).

[@MizuBite]

I love Sylvanian Families so I also went to the store in Sunshine City when they opened it this summer (it was sooo crowded), the decorations/dioramas were so cute :)

[@bonyo888]

YAAAY a solo shop and indulge day: my favourite Allison in Toyko style vid 💕 and you're definitely not the only one who has head games when thinking about wearing a named brand into their store! Although for boutiques and local/niche brands, I kind of feel like I'm bigging them up by being out and about with their wares! And it keeps me from getting another piece that's too similar 😂 Loved seeing you enjoy your day and congrats on the gorgeous finds at your favourite stores! 🎉🎉

[@ironhell813]

I stopped wearing brands at the age of 15 after finding out about nikes child labour practices, I only wear plain clothing.

[@jerometsowinghuen]

You are not lonely, Miss Allison, it makes you feel motivated.

[@youstrongbelievers]

You are so inspiring i love the way u speaks and makes a positive vibe and freshes the mind, lots of LOVE from INDIA 🇮🇳

[@VerhoevenSimon]

Thank you for sharing the cozy day, and those tiny decorations are so cute.

[@feh5097]

I am normally not commenting videos, but just wanted to tell you that you have such an amazing vibe and a great singing voice! You are really the friend that everybody wants to have ☺️ Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@AllisoninTokyo]

aww thank you 🥺

[@mskq4409]

Beautiful Thursday Allison. Owl building was adorable. Thanks for sharing your wonderful journey with all of us!!

[@clownearound5751]

Hi Allison, I agree about the fall/autumn period being a bit ‘weird’. The autumn here in England/UK seems to have been a bit rainier than the last couple of years and it’s only in the past week or two that it’s really ‘felt’ like autumn which is great as it’s my favourite season 🍂 the 3coin shop looked good, over the past couple of years some of the ‘Pound’ shops in the UK have definitely focused more on quality too. Thank you for sharing this fun day out and about in Tokyo, really enjoyed it. Best wishes to you 🙂

[@kkgibbychew1824]

Time alone is so enjoyable. Thank you for bringing us along with you.

[@ironhell813]

It gets boring after a few decades.

[@mrsthe97]

The ghost bunny is the cutest! Thanks for sharing your shopping trip.

[@aibao_eipariru_april]

Your shopping videos are how I found you in the first place a year or two ago 😂 can’t wait for fukubukuro season 🎉 I know you’re not lonely, but this really made me want to hang out with you whenever I come back or send my friends to hang out with you 😅 hanging out with me isn’t much fun since I like being alone too but come with small human attachments 😅

[@AllisoninTokyo]

preordering the fukubukuro now 😇😇

[@aibao_eipariru_april]

@@AllisoninTokyo 🎉 🎉

[@samanthatheminimalist]

I love the clothes you got! I’ve been looking for something with a cute collar like those for ages, harder to find in the US!

[@dream431ca]

I'm about to go on a solo trip to Japan (I leave tomorrow). I've been to Japan before with family but I am really looking forward to going by myself. Going alone allows me total freedom for my itinerary and will not need to compromise on anything. I do photography as a hobby and I will be up pretty late taking shots of downtown Tokyo illuminations, lit up autumn leaves at the temples, Tokyo bay fireworks, and many more.

[@erniesandoval9669]

Have a safe trip.

[@AllisoninTokyo]

yess so true!! being able to go where u want and such is so nice

[@mariahgraham3634]

How was it ?

[@HelpTheLegend]

I always look forward to your uploads🥳🎉🎊

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥰

[@BBinHawaii]

I love the style of your videos - really calm yet uplifting and fun. Feel like I get a glimpse of the real “everyday Japan” versus touristy stuff (which I like as well but this is a nice change of pace!) I can’t wait to see your fukubukuro videos!

[@d.ria244_6]

Loved the vlog as always! As someone that just moved into a new city for my first big girl job, you're inspiring me to also make more of my free time and explore 😊

[@jackietsuruya]

“But they’re cute holes 🥹” Definitely the best fashion description 😂 It was good to see you enjoying quality time alone! Also…Manhwas are definitely fun to read! 😆👍🏼

[@AllisoninTokyo]

they are 🥹

[@dianebaker5243]

Love seeing you out and about.The clothes are beautiful.👍🥰

[@midge007]

No one can resist the mushroom hats. You made the right choice haha! Cute haul though!

[@lizzie7929]

Enjoying your days off is a must! Whether you just chill or go out! Doing things you enjoy and hobbies or just relaxing, is really good for just de stressing and wellbeing and health! Love that, for you! ♥️💫🍵🎐

[@timlee7227]

Looks like you had an awesome day 👍

[@pnaibubbelz]

I absolutely need to visit that clothing store next time I visit Japan!! Everything you bought was super cute!! 😍

[@kawaiicuteplace4078]

I really also enjoy going shopping by myself and singing karaoke. I got back from Japan 2 weeks ago after spending 9 days there. The first 4 days in Kyoto was lovely, then I got sick in the flu for the rest of the trip while I was in Tokyo. My friend that was travelling with me was so kind and helpfull and went to get breakfast every day for us. I hadnt been in Japan for over 8 years and now I feel like I have to go back soon again as I missed so much being sick there. I look forward every week for your videos. And yes, of course you had to get the cute figures with the mushroom hats 😍 Greetings from Sweden

[@zoeramen7616]

My husband is going on a tour to Korea for the U.S. military and I am going to be moving to Japan solo while he is Korea, we will commute and travel to see each other by plane and ferry. I’m just trying to figure out things to do to kill the time in between seeing him. I’m very excited though. We are moving in June 😊

[@davidcastlen]

Love your videos. Makes me want to come back.

[@DementedTriangle]

My friend and I went to Japan in March / April 2023 and we went to Ikebukuro to go to sunshine city and k-book shops. You mentioned them in a previous video and we had a blast! There was also a convention going on at sunshine city so that was cool, too. Thank you!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥰

[@KaruLapsonen]

Not expecting seeing finnish in an allison vlog. The shop "ehkä söpö" means maybe cute in finnish :'D

[@sarahbuttersworth1676]

Love your vlogs!

[@butterflyrp1438]

OMG the sylvanian figures🥰 I remember my Grandma had these and when I was a child I used o play with them😍 They are soooo cute❤️

[@lynnsanders5300]

Thanks for sharing your day off with us. All the clothes you got are so cute!! Love the little critters 😊!!! Have a great week.🫶

[@bellabernadette6787]

Thank you for making this oneee ❤

[@shiftyy2786]

Oh my gosh you have an absolutely amazing singing voice!!!!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥺❤️

[@ennur4208]

Fun video! Really enjoyed it 😊

[@romyeverlane3202]

I love your videos and I always look forward to the next one. So honest and you show real life while also showing the nice things japan has to offer!

[@Lisareads72]

So many new games. Very good choices, thank you! And thanks for narrowing down the list.

[@mrssandycandy]

Awesome Video 😊

[@mercedes7087]

nice to go out, like the jaket,the dress, the long slive hirt, but not is not my favorite (it makes me remember 80s girls dresses I used )

[@be_all_in]

What a fun day! The Sylvanian Families are so cute! I’m glad I’m not the only one who enjoys free time by myself.

[@amyfaurote1488]

I'm happy you had a great day. You're adorable. Peace 🕊️

[@elslovesponies]

Love these longer videos 🥹🥰 what a cute haul!!! 😍

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥰🥰

[@neffyg35]

I feel the same about going to a shop wearing their stuff. I don't know why but I feel self conscious doing it hahaha

[@asuranrocks]

i always find myself wearing that shop's clothes when i'm in the shop

[@hannahwes4309]

I love the outro screen it’s so cute!! And I loooove the plaid dress with the collar 😍

[@qwistie21]

I love your videos!!! The clothes you got are so cute!!! 💜

[@ruthnoronha8206]

I enjoyed this video. Happy new year.

[@Superoxidedismutase777]

I didn't know who Laufey was!! Thank you for introducing me to my new favorite singer! Her voice is vintage, and real, and sultry!! I love her music so much!!!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

omggg that makes me so happy 🥰

[@pochinne]

im new here but im def staying, love your positive and cozy aura ❤

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

I am absolutely obsessed with you videos, They are like a burst of motivation and positively that keeps me going. From your awesome Vlogs to those satisfying organizing videos, I cannot get enough. Your content seriously inspires me to stay focused and chase after my dreams.

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥺🥺🥺❤️

[@DL-od9rx]

❤ Love your videos 😃

[@lumu42]

love your karaoke

[@erniev2644]

This is the kind of Karaoke I need. 😅 Love your videos.

[@TheMyahChannel]

When i go shopping, I usually have on their stuff 😂 almost to show "hey I already have your stuff"

[@rosew1]

Japanese mayo!!! YUM. Both your new dress were adorable. I loved how the first can be worn both ways, very cute.

[@jaxiaa]

Your voice is incredible! Love your vlogs ❤😊

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥺❤️

[@NuriaArt]

seeing you I wanna hang out and go shopping in tokyo

[@justinburns6308]

Wait your singing voice is so lovely!!!!!

[@lolosaeed]

here too early i took my time to watch ur video , love the outfits and those tiny toys r so adorable ❤

[@mscribner]

You have a lovely singing voice. I’d love to do karaoke but only would be recognizable with anime theme songs. Your videos are very thoughtful, thank you for sharing your tips!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

anime theme songs are the best 👍

[@mariojsworld]

Nice vlog from Japan.

[@kimberlysadberry6757]

we just got home from a month long trip to Japan and I literally had a suitcase full of plushies and kuromi hoodies and sirotan stuff🤪

[@RebeccaH43]

It's important to treat yourself, money can always be made again. Your happiness is important and if you had a great time then it was well worth it.

[@AllisoninTokyo]

👏👏👏

[@meghanschwanke1133]

The Sylvanian Family for my granddaughters for sure! Adorable

[@Poesghost]

We had just went to a 5 Below store here where "most" of everything is supposed to be below $5. However, not everything is. Still love the store. Also, you can sing really well. Thanks for taking the time to share this with your one day off.

[@elkeyes]

I do understand being hesitant to wearing the brand of clothes to the store, but they probably take it as a compliment :D I only visited Sunshine City briefly during our trip last year and I want to go back so badly! I loved that area, it was so vibrant and had great stores and outside of Sunshine City had a great arcade with some gem pushers :) Great memories, thank you for the video!

[@Lisareads72]

You have such a pretty singing voice! I love your videos. :)

[@ojyochan]

That dress that looks cute and different front and back is so cool

[@serena7710]

That little gacha sylvanian family character pull- literally so worth it- that little ghostie? Literally too freakin cute, the luck you had that day? Insane.

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🥰🥰🥰

[@user-zi1ze2ks5o]

I'm planning to visit Japan for the first time ever next spring, planning to fly into Tokyo for day or two then hit the JR and go around Honshu

[@prototypekev1347]

I will be spending a day at Sunshine City around Christmas 🎄 time 😊

[@MissTarotLady]

You do very well ❤❤

[@yaoifangirl1257]

❤❤

[@danielwalker26]

Very cute clothes haul.

[@tonietchison1730]

Smart girl . Thank you.

[@AlisonTormos]

I love the clothes 😍 everything is very cute, and it looks very well on you. By the way, I need to try karaoke when I return to Japan.

[@vguy488]

Loved the coat! Suits you so well! I had the chance to visit the Ikebukuro animate, it really is big. The thing is that I'm more of a figurine-collecting oriented otaku, and this animate barely had any, so while I was a little disappointed, I made up for it by getting lots of manga, a few trinkets and lots of Genshin Impact merch; again a gripe, why is there almost no Mona merch!? It should be a crime! Cheers!

[@BorksAreBorks]

this was entertaining cuz i've been to the same places in ikebukuro when i visited. wild. also yess that animate store was so cool! when i was there there was a big display for the blade/kafka update for honkai star rail. 6:33 jealous... i would've gone crazy with pics with them LOL love that anime also honestly the genshin perfume is worth it if you're an insane enough fan. i don't regret buying zhongli's xd

[@BorksAreBorks]

Have you ever considered doing a what i cook in a week vlog (doesnt have to be an actual week but yuno)? would be interested in hearing your thoughts on cooking/groceries in japan compared to the us

[@ellebrockbank1525]

Yaaaay! ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ These are my favorite style of your vids! Also the sylvanian families bunssss!!! I gasped at the cuteness of the mushroom hat bunnies & your ghost bun. Congrats on the gacha gods looking upon you favorably heheh

[@Cyhcg5uhgb]

Hey Allison! I am moving to Japan this year. Your videos make me very excited to go! I am also considering saving up to try and get my graduate degree in Japan if I really like living there (I will be there for a year :) )

[@estecol]

The Pikachu ears band go me rolling, did not see that coming lmaoo

[@YuujiVermillion61]

I absolutely love your videos, do you have any tips for a person new to Tokyo that wants to have meetups

[@ChulipCh]

Great video!!! I was wondering what kind of mic you were using to record with!!!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

dji for iphone and rode for camera!!

[@FRANCISCARUSOworld]

I bought some items from the 3 coins x Sailor Moon collaboration. Did you know about this collaboration?

[@h00ligal]

What other ingredients did you cook with? Going to need to try it out because I also loveeee kewpie mayo 😋 but have never cooked pork with mayo!!

[@AllisoninTokyo]

it’s basically teriyaki with mayo at the end!

[@90293Mike]

Thanks for the Animate Sunshine City update. I visited shortly after they opened, in March this year, and it was PACKED at 11:00 AM on a weekday. The checkout line snaked around 4 aisles. I’ll be in Tokyo again next month and I’ll give it another try!! Also I want to see Spy x Family Code White which comes out on 12/22. What is the first day you would recommend I try and see it after 12/22 and NOT be in long lines? 😊

[@AllisoninTokyo]

yes, it was muchhhhh better compared to in march 😭

[@AllisoninTokyo]

id give it 3 weeks til after new years holidays!

[@90293Mike]

@@AllisoninTokyoOof I’m only going to be there until New Year. If you haven’t already done it, please talk about how visitors can see anime movies and what is the best way to see new releases (like maybe go to a theatre outside of Tokyo?). Next time you have a Q&A. Thanks.

[@valoefekti]

I love the random use of Finnish that Japanese stores sometimes use 😄 (ehkä söpö = maybe cute)

[@AllisoninTokyo]

the word söpö is so popular here lately 😂

[@Kritsaft]

I definitely avoid stores if I'm wearing their clothes 😂 I'm in Tokyo for a couple of months and most clothes I have here are clothes that I purchased here

[@ogmisfit]

If I were there I'd probably be singing my tonsils off lol Great video..😅

[@Terrible_Hime]

i wouldn't wear the clothes of the brand i'm about to shop at IF those specific items were still on sale in the store at that time. i would worry that the workers might think i'm stealing.

[@PriestHolmess]

Just because you’re alone does not mean you won’t subscribe to Tkyosam, and spray hard, am I right? ❤Do it. You’re amazing, love your videos.

[@viffer94]

The shopping culture in Japan is so strong and yet everyone lives in such small homes and apartments. Where do you end up putting all your stuff? I mean in America the Sylvanian Family would each get their own rooms but in Japan they might have to make do living in the back of a closet? They are super cute though. My guess is any man working at a women’s clothing store is of the GBTQ persuasion.

[@pancake6846]

sylvanian family fans rise up!

[@WeatheringwithAtlas]

In your opinion, what would be the best season to visit Japan?

[@AllisoninTokyo]

fall leaves and spring blossoms 🍂 but really any time besides july-september 🤧

[@lidda9010]

Your fit reminded me of Isabelle from animal crossing :)

[@AllisoninTokyo]

🐶

[@maureenburgess113]

Hi darling I love your channel and boy clothes are cute and pretty do u get the lucky bags on the 1 of Jan can you do a bag tour x x

[@AllisoninTokyo]

Definitely will!!

[@maureenburgess113]

Thank you darling I hope you have a wonderful Christmas X X

[@alisyasdiaries]

Girl, even when I'm not wearing anything from EATME and go in the store, two specific staff still recognise me 🤡 Instead of just saying welcome, they'll go "oh hello" 😶 so I gave up 😂

[@AllisoninTokyo]

yeah ehka sopo was like that for me at one point and then i was like alright i come here too much 😂😂

[@sierra2192]

its interesting realizing how many dead "memes" there are from the past like "so i herd you liek mudkips"

[@AllisoninTokyo]

our lost history 😔

[@MonicaTheMad]

I use mayo in my cooking too. It really adds to it.

[@qoopermolly9225]

まさかの、September　竹内まりや🎉

[@AllisoninTokyo]

❤️❤️❤️