Living in Japan - TOKYO APARTMENT TOUR in Shinjuku | Where To Stay in Tokyo $60 Per Night!

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MAY 2017 - My wife, baby son, and I stayed at this apartment in Tokyo for 1 week in May 2017. This was a great condo, located not far from the central Shinjuku area of Tokyo. One of the things I love most about living or visiting Japan is that the living spaces are so cosy and so comfortable. Even though you usually don’t have a lot of extra space or moving room, there’s everything you need in a Tokyo apartment in such a small space.
In this apartment in Tokyo, there was 1 bedroom, 1 living space with a small balcony attached, a small kitchen with a bar counter dining space, and finally a bathroom equipped with a life-changing Japanese Toto toilet and something completely new for me - a Japanese sitting shower.
Hope you enjoyed this Japan apartment tour in Tokyo. This is a little glimpse into the possibilities of living or staying in Japan and an apartment you can rent when you visit. I rented just for 1 week, so it was short term, for $60 per night. But renting an apartment like this per month should be much more affordable.
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[@introvertpriyankavlogs9484]

He always take his wife and kid wherever he goes.....I like this.

[@foodmotowanderer7388]

Except on Nairobi Kenya

[@nutellalatte7522]

I love this!!!

[@balbahadursonar22]

Thats called not having selfish love

[@nshorus5001]

cos she does the filming, duh

[@Dulche569]

I like the fact that he takes his wife and kids with him were ever he goes.

[@jasminmarcos5222]

That tiny sink above the water tank is a way for us Asians helped in water conservation. The idea is, after you did your thing in the toilet, wash your hands in that tiny sink and the 'used" water goes into the tank to be use for flashing the next time you use the toilet again.

[@CJ-im2uu]

It’s called grey water.

[@yoya4766]

Yes he explained that, no need to repeat the same thing.

[@pollyannapositive9192]

Flushing water can be used so many times. It's on stages of using the clean water. On clean stage for cleaning. The water drained to the water tank for flushing. The same amount of water being used twice.

[@pollyannapositive9192]

I've been in Japan for so many times when I was working for the US Navy. I think they learned to used things efficiently.

[@Siemianowicee]

no, @@CJ-im2uu it is not. The water coming out of the Fawcett is normal water, that water when used to fill the toilet cistern could be called grey water, only.

[@Philiopantheon82]

I swear this guy must be a direct succeeding offspring of Buddha!! Always calm, relaxed, happy and never panic!!

[@UncommonTreasures365]

Yeah very true .....so much positivity 🥰🥰🥰

[@klioon8611]

Yeah...I am thinking the same too. Smile all the way but sounds and looks calm.

[@belitega]

What I like about this apartment it's the space in the bathroom. I'd watch many apartment tours before and the wetroom was all in one with the toilet, it's nice to have a separate space for both even in the same room

[@PastorBlessed1]

Lol I like that you smile so much. There's a shortage of happy people in the world !!! 😀😀😀😀

[@heatherbleu5370]

Blessed 1 I second that! Let's keep the love flowing. It's far more difficult to lead an angry life than it is a happy one:) Stay blessed beautiful

[@TheresaPowers]

What a ridiculous thing to say.

[@heatherbleu5370]

Katherine McChesney How or why is this ridiculous in your opinion?

[@JenWIL641]

@@TheresaPowers sour puss😝

[@keensterd3654]

@@TheresaPowers It's not ridiculous. You must be one of those cynical "suck the joy out of life" people.

[@nisha5961]

I can live in that kind of apartment for the rest of my life. It looks so cosy and comfortable..💞

[@elisabethtaboko968]

Just love Micah's little bed. He looked happy in his little space.

[@2308Oliver]

It's so nice to see a sweet family traveling in harmony. Your channel is a delight and keep on moving ~

[@celticdollface]

I wish I had someone so smiley in my life... you cheer me up just watching your genuine enthusiasm for everything, thank you

[@UnVeranoSinTi22]

The place seems very specious, not as small as I was thinking it would be. I also can't wait to see baby Micah walking around!!! (anybody else?!??) 😃🤗

[@vicky-wy2bc]

Vale AC he is a new born

[@Yogirliej4dee]

Vale AC it would be another 12 months.

[@ebbygal1111]

I highly doubt it will take that long. He was born last November he's about nine months now. Most babies start walking at one years old. He should start by December of this year.

[@ebbygal1111]

He's nine months old now, not a newborn.

[@UnVeranoSinTi22]

Ebony Arnold He might even be trying to crawl by now, we don't see much of him anyway so who knows. But he is an adorable baby and I hope that they continue to let us see him grow up.

[@erikasmith8010]

i like how much time he spends with his family and i like how micah responds to his dad thats love i can see how much he love's his dad

[@johannessugito1686]

How Japanese take a bath: you first wash yourself sitting on the stool in front of the mirror and using the shower. If you are completely clean, you go into the bathtub to relax. After you finished relaxing, you cover the hot water in the tub with a sheet or kind of plastic blanket to keep it warm, because the next person will use the same water to relax. That is why you have to be clean before you enter the bath tub. I was in Japan for a traineeship and stayed three months with a Japanese family, that is where I learned how to use the bathroom.

[@swagatikabehera2798]

Johannes Sugito hi

[@monalisagoswami8184]

Interesting 🤗

[@deejeff8846]

Ew used bath water uh no thanks

[@faithblack3851]

Agreed. Most westerners dont know that you NEVER enter a bath dirty in Japan. It is unclean. You always shower scrub first. Then soak in the bath. Very Roman bath like.

[@popefrancis389]

Yuck

[@itismeagain3907]

WHY DO I LOVE THIS MAN? HE HAS THE MOST JOYOUS SPIRIT...

[@emanibird101]

the toilet has its water running when you flush it so you can wash your hands and the used water can be use as a flush to the toilet so basically it saves H2O..

[@emanibird101]

Leo Palace Apartments

[@darthvader49]

You don't flash a toilet... Flush it

[@raymonddondup7297]

for water control also? to make sure water run or not?

[@ronin223]

Such a simple but great idea

[@captainsteroid2454]

That's a really smart (and simple) idea. o.o

[@g8way2k1]

I gave this video a definite "Like". For those who gave it a thumbs down because you didn't care for the type of apartments/condos, then that was quite unfair. The presentation was excellent, giving a very clear picture of what we can expect should we travel to Tokyo. Thanks for that Mark! Many others owe you an apology!

[@erics8524]

Imagine mark using the bidet and having one of his iconic face expressions.

[@dawnchamling5710]

I guess he will tip over...fall down with a smile and an 'oh yessssss' lol

[@azamgondal4126]

dawn chamling

[@mugen1237]

And saying something like hoooooo wow.

[@leonk9837]

This apartment is much larger than a tiny one I just saw set in Hong Kong. It was perhaps just a little larger than this man's bedroom. I lived in a motorhome for an extended period of time, so living in an apartment like this man's would be perfectly okay with me. I believe my whole family could live there comfortably.

[@vidam.o.6588]

It's a great idea to rent an apartment rather than stay in a hotel because it's very expensive in Tokyo. I would do this. Thank you for sharing 👍👍

[@BTS-qc3oi]

Hi

[@elyb4097]

I love the way their bathrooms are meant to be wet with a drain. I stayed in a motel in the states with a bathroom like that 50 yrs ago but haven't seen one since. So easy to get it really clean.

[@julieg4102]

Hi Mark. I just found your channel over the weekend. Although I am not much of an International traveler; in my profession as a State/Gov employee in Wisconsin I have the opportunity to meet many wonderful foreigners visiting our State/Country. I appreciate learning about their culture through your channel. Amazing. Thank you so much for taking us along with you and your family on your travels. Look forward to future videos. Be Safe and happy travels.

[@imanimkanda3344]

He seems to have a really warm personality ;)

[@RedSpiralHandTV]

And no matter how small the place in Japan seems like there is always a nice tub deep enough to soak in! I wish the U.S. were like that. Nothing but the tiniest stand up shower in the last two places I've rented....no place to soak.

[@alettaesbach6850]

So lovely to see the happiness on Mark's face!!

[@waterbottle7588]

Very cool! I wish I could travel the world just like this. This channel is like a digital tour for other people. Thank you mark!

[@moviecat7697]

they are not just paying attention to comfort, they are environment friendly too.

[@pso142]

Yes, however they also use a lot of plastic for packaging which is not too environmentally friendly

[@ryun25]

@@pso142 Japan recycles all the plastic. So nothing goes to waste. 😉

[@KeenGreenAaron]

I love that he loves every day things!

[@katybiller1095]

Keen Green Aaron I know right I would to if I was him 😂

[@ameliar5879]

All you need is there...that is all that matters. Great space management. Love following you & your family around the world.Thanks Mark. Am learning a lot .

[@oldschoolnow2493]

Wow I love the apartment, would love to travel to Japan...have not been to Japan since I was 4 yrs old back in the 50's. Was born there!!!

[@MrReddit999]

OldSchool Now249 so ur about 70 years old?

[@shenglongisback4688]

You have japan citizenship??

[@rams5474]

First thing is committed facilities available for the guests for their use. It is lovely comfort and relaxed when all works well to the price they paid. That assurance is a great thing for mouth to ear business marketing who used it tell others. This gives the image of the country pride by citizens.

[@pedropitoyko6465]

It's pretty big actually compare to the normal Japanese condo.

[@jasonjmarchi]

You are a very good narrator. Natural and intelligently presented.

[@khmericankitchenseeds8776]

"Toilet/ faucet Flush" is a feature that enables conservation of water through recycling process. I'd like to have one of those for my tiny home.

[@jeanniefergie7624]

Everything makes sense in Japan. The way condos set up, reading, everything. I love your condo.

[@popefrancis389]

Mark is so underrated, you need more subs man! People are sleeping!

[@prislaem3838]

Pope Francis he focuses on himself too much! I actually wanted to see the apartment, not him! It was not a bad video, but it could have been better!

[@mariakelly5]

If Mark is good enough for Pope Francis, he's good enough for me!

[@waltersalley7781]

'Personally,' I think he did a great job. But that's just me, okay. 😃☺️😊

[@MacwinsTV]

This is his 2nd channel .

[@MohitJouhari]

​@@prislaem3838 it was his wife who was filming the video.

[@ileanadecastro5899]

It doesn’t need a thing. It’s a very nice place to live... enjoy it, and be happy!!👍🏻

[@sibinmathews2618]

A really nice guy!! I could think of many negatives due to the cramped space but he only have positive things to stay. I am sure even this small apartment would be very expensive to rent.

[@平沢ゆい-x6e]

Sibin Mathews I didn't feel cramped in Tokyo，only felt comfortable. But in Hong Kong I could really feel the negative sides of overcrowding.

[@elaineteut6508]

My daughter and family lived in Shibuya for two years. We saw such a contrast. We went to a beautiful park and I had to go to the bathroom and it was just a hole in the ground. We went to a pretty hotel for dinner and the bathroom was ultra modern. The toilet had several buttons, seat warmer, warm water spigot to cleanse and music played. Their home was unusual for Japan , quite large and pretty. My husband and I really enjoyed Japan. Tokyo was fun and fascinating. We went to Kyoto to get the old world flavor. The "bullet train" was awesome. They have dispenser machines for everything. Great experience.

[@Frooty28]

"They give such a cute attention to comfort" so true man!! ❤

[@nevadalasvegas6119]

where r u

[@Andrea-br4gv]

The comforts make up for the smallness! The warm toilet is the best... Have you visit Northern and western Japan? Try a hamlet village...Also the South islands where people grow their food and live to 100. Plus...Thanks for taking us around the world on line!

[@PoeCommunicateATL]

I lived in suburban Tokyo on a U.S. air force base (Tachikawa) when I was 5 years old in the late 1960s. I remember it well and see that things are much different in terms of technology. Nevertheless, the emphasis on detail and comfort were emphasized then just as shown here. LOVE the water conservation in the bathroom.

[@shellyannlewis2595]

Mark can live anywhere in the world such a down to earth person.

[@tashiwangchuk4391]

Hello Mark.,We Always Enjoy ur Lovely Clips., Thanks bro and Japan is One of the Best Country in the World and Also one of my wishes to Visit Tokyo!!!

[@ComradeLeonTrotsky]

my dude’s face has to hurt from smiling all day everyday. What a gem this guy. Keep smiling Mark. I’d love to meet you someday. Beers are on me.

[@ikaoN]

micah in his early age have travelled around the world

[@bakaichigo]

He's been to more places before the age of 2 than I've been my entire life. #blessed #bestfam

[@arimax888]

ikr! :D

[@Yogirliej4dee]

RedVexeD yes, Micah experienced it before he was born as well.

[@tiramisu8359]

too bad he wont remember, not until around 5 years age.

[@watchandlaugh2362]

but didnt had any idea what he was doing/experiencing

[@gypsygirl731]

It’s nice he goes whoever and finds joy.

[@g.e.1432]

I like your t shirt: "If it's not spicy, I'm not eating," that is definitely my motto too, that is why I always carry hot sauce in my purse, in case I end up at a place where there is no hot sauce.

[@missdivinevlogs]

Omg, I love how transparent he is! Please keep making videos like this 😊👌🏼

[@ambiva]

1800$/month is VERY expensive, even compared to downtown London, where you could rent a 1/2 bed room modern appartment for 1200-1500 pound/month. On the contrary you can rent a 2-bedroom modern appartment in downtown Shanghai for 600 - 800$ / month. One can only say it's cheap compared to living in a hotel in Tokyo, for a short time ( like weeks )stay.

[@ianbuchan1793]

ambiva he never mentioned the price so where did you get that price from ?

[@Lixx34899]

That shower feature looks amazing!

[@robertpdxusa]

This apt seems to be about 30 years old; more modern buildings are much bigger, with even more "hi-tech" stuff built in. The actual size of a unit can be as small as one room only and as big as 3 bedrooms, living room, etc. Still, at $60/night in the middle of Tokyo seems a good value for a family-oriented visit with a baby. This is not a "standard" by any means for a family of three or more:) for Tokyo "residents" in the upper/middle class segment. Fun video, though.

[@TanuKart]

Mike, you're so much bigger and taller all of a sudden. Thanks for sharing this one.

[@fayjohnson1238]

WOW the bathroom is fully equipped - nice.

[@ป้าใจไทยแลนด์]

Hello, you have a lovely family, lovely wife, cute baby, I watched your clips and I like to travel around the world.

[@Bobshouse]

I really miss Japan. Lived there for 4.5 years back in the 1980's. We had an apartment that size with 3 adults and a child. No beds, futons, so we could convert both rooms to sitting or sleeping, plenty of room.

[@LauraVanV]

last time I stayed in tokyo, we stayed in a hostel and a ryokan. next time I am definitely going to rent apartments through Airbnb. more bang for your buck, plus it's a bit more of a "real" experience. great video!

[@lizthedisjointedzebra692]

Definitely do it! We stayed in Airbnbs our entire time in Japan, and Tokyo has some awesome ones!

[@markpersaud8796]

Laura van Vlaardingen i.ndian song

[@Angelique218]

Laura, which hostel did you stay in Tokyo? I will be travelling alone and staying in a hostel would be more economical for me than renting an apt. for myself. Would you recommend it?

[@mmaworld552]

Laura van Vlaardingen I'm coming with you!

[@julieschofield4594]

Thank you for sharing. So interesting and useful. The bathroom space was unexpected with the heared toilet and mini room inside it for shower/bath. Nice to see such a happy person.

[@now22207]

Cool. I'd stay there. That's actually pretty good size. Almost bigger than my apartment in Florida. I love that bathroom area. I wish had the option of a tub, instead of just a shower. Thanks for sharing. I must travel there.

[@claricocat]

now22207 区

[@autumncat8706]

I like how ad he is laying on the bed the baby is going crazy on the floor as he talk about its cozie but the baby is just going crazy so cute

[@sachinkamble262]

i can't wait for 1 million subscribers

[@jazzsingh2447]

he alrady have one more channal

[@Bellerophon2200]

I want to be as happy for 1 day as this guy is every episode.

[@winternight2038]

looking forward to them all Mark, ty for another great channel ☝👏

[@2WheelsGood.01]

Having lived in San Francisco and currently in LA....this is nice and spacious and the price is pretty decent. I currently rent a BEDROOM (about 13x13ft) in LA for $900/mo.

[@fahimaferoz4226]

The sink above the flash tank for washing your hand after using the toilet, so the dirty water can reuse for flash. I love the idea how they recycle water. Even you can reuse Tub water to wash your clothes.

[@anniek4681]

Yes, its for washing your hands. You use the water you washed your hands with to flush. So the water gets used twise before it goes down the drain. So this is very ECO friendly

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

WELCOME TO TOKYO! ٩( ᐛ )و love the new series!

[@Mwoods2272]

John, you and Mark should do a video together

[@kazdenim3984]

definitely should!

[@__toto___]

ONLY in JAPAN Love your channel as well John

[@jeansmith1388]

ONLY in JAPAN

[@ghamgina]

You have the best channel

[@samsam3055]

As far as I have found out the little sink in the bathroom is for washing your hands and then the "hand water" gets saved in the tank for next time you flush. For saving water. I know there was a larger one right there but that seemed a bit western style, perhaps they put it in just in case outsiders come for visit/live there for a while...and well it is a luxury thing. That bathroom was very big for such a small apartment in Japan as far as I have seen. Such a cutie petutie rolling on the his bed

[@katybiller1095]

I love how his shirt says I travel for food 😂that would be the second reason I’d travel

[@Charlyfox1966]

Making a video about your Tokyo apartment was a real nice idea! Just to see how other cultures live en what they find important Ans despite the small size, it looks really comfortable and cozy

[@e.s.2526]

Two times better and double cheaper than in Tel Aviv. Big respect for Japanese people. Kiss from Europe.

[@nonnalovepriceless]

I think it’s lovely you show us around we’re your staying with your family That is quite a large appartment for Japanese ...homes ....

[@yesiownfrodo]

This is a really large apartment for Japan!

[@spark_6710]

A very good camera work! And you are like pro ! Very interesting! Great job! My sister is thinking going back there on her honeymoon & taking our mom there with them...And I totally forgotten about these options! Thanks! I really enjoyed it! The high tech bath ...we've been having it since the 80's ! Lol.I'm glad that you & your family had a great time in Japan! Your baby has such a cute voice!

[@incredibleworld8727]

Already in love with this mini masterpiece 😍😍😍😍😍

[@omadjourney]

The cutest thing in the whole video was the baby wriggling on the floor,ahh be still my beating heart, I'm so broody😥.

[@lina8316]

but for Tokyo this is a quite big appartment

[@Tokyodrew]

lina8316 not that big..lol my Tokyo apartment is way way better than this

[@jii-e7d]

you can get in tokyo what ever you can pay for ;)

[@lina8316]

Well this rule applies everywhere ;-)

[@strangerofthisworld7709]

lina8316 wouldn't be big for long when NK finished with it

[@rocketlaunch99]

HOW TF IS THIS BIG?

[@posbus4105]

He has such a pleasant personality.

[@lastname354]

japan - small, clean, compact, efficiency

[@youngraikage7846]

Whyou Wannaknow just like the people

[@orewajackkuripper1204]

like their benis?

[@donnanewmeyer9643]

Not real Japan. Benjos and continuous propane heated hot water rule.

[@ElcatOwO]

And comfortable

[@saraw3120]

Thank you Mark. You are so transparent. As a result of that we can take from when we need to travel to any of these country. God bless you, your families and crew.

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

The apartment is huge in comparison to some of the homes there! 😁

[@plasmichoneytrip]

The apartment is a microcosm of Japan. It could look basic on the outside but the details are better and complete than other high-end places.

[@John-kk9ux]

oh man... I knew you were going to praise the bathroom! when i was living in Japan it was one of my domestic attractions as well.

[@terrileep265]

That is so badass to go eat and just do everything you're doing Mark I would love to do what you do

[@Morsmordre-nz2vq]

@2:58 like father like son😂😍!

[@ranwi7801]

MARK YOU ARE SO CHARMING...YOU EXPLAIN THINGS VERY COMPLETELY..IT'S A TREAT TO WATCH YOU PRESENT YOUR PROGRAMME ....YOU MUST BE A REAL TREASURE TO YOUR COMPANY WHERE YOU WORK FOR....THANKS ..PL. MAKE A VIDEO ON SRI LANKA 'S LIFE STYLE...

[@hazartbanner2830]

Bro u make the best blogg.i swaer✌️

[@colwynpower1800]

Mark, you crack me up every time! I love the way you live your life. Peace and love to you and yours.

[@tosht2515]

"Micah has the middle bed." Ha. So kawaii. Love the channel. 👍

[@MarkAbroad]

Thanks Tosh!

[@marvindaranikone1359]

Tosh T his kid girl or boy

[@marvindaranikone1359]

Mark Abroad you got a boy or girl?

[@MatabVlogs]

he's a boy

[@nehapatil2580]

Tosh T

[@michellelogreco3351]

You are so very happy. I love that you love your life!!!

[@Ksueme]

I only watched this because I saw the little baby and I just wanted to know if she was real or not. Real then.

[@mr.enigmatic]

He's a boy

[@hmingatbc6096]

HaseultheGoddessofLoona you should subscribe Mark Wien's channel...its very interesting....my favourite channel on youtube

[@adventurerboy6498]

Mark doesn't put fake thumbnail

[@hmingatbc6096]

HaseultheGoddessofLoona the beby's name is Micah wiens

[@careyrume]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ymatgal]

Wow that is a lot bigger than I expected! Lol the worlds biggest sinks for tiny places! Cool, flush the toilet, water goes to sink, you wash your hands and then the water fills the toilet, pretty cool and smart!

[@nicholaslindsey2932]

looks like a nice apartment

[@ambiva]

1800$/month is VERY expensive, even compared to downtown London, where you could rent a 1/2 bed room modern appartment for 1200-1500 pound/month. On the contrary you can rent a 2-bedroom modern appartment in downtown Shanghai for 600 - 800$ / month. One can only say it's cheap compared to living in a hotel in Tokyo, for a short time ( like weeks )stay.

[@maguyjoseph6462]

Japan's the master of technology

[@caroarceo]

How tall are you Mark? That condo is making you look like a giant in there lol

[@suckerz01520]

He looks to be 5'10 - 6 foot range

[@mommaddie4316]

He looks like he's about 6' feet tall. My younger brother is 5'11" and he has a similar built to Mark Wiens, so that's what I think his height might be.

[@enmarzz]

Titan

[@imunishine3011]

It is the lens that made him look like a giant

[@Yo-so6gy]

ive noticed it too. he's probably around 6'0-6'2

[@alfiyan5003]

He is happy with any situation ❣️

[@cristyj4247]

Omg I wish they collabed with Simon and Martina: Eat your sushi!!!!

[@XSemperIdem5]

When he reached to touch the sides of the elevator all I could think of was Emma's tiny apartment.

[@nickloong]

It's considered a good sized apartment you rented there in Tokyo. I've stayed in smaller units that are studio apartments where everything is in the same space, and the toilet you have there is a premium size compared to the one I rented. All in all, thanks for sharing and being such an optimistic person does help in tight situations like these. Lol!

[@michaelloctor2243]

I love it...just one problem, hardly have windows ☺

[@elenakissin9973]

...and closets...where r closets?

[@alysononoahu8702]

More privacy?

[@ianbuchan1793]

Michael Loctor there are more than enough windows

[@akashsaha3779]

I would love to visit Japan , it's so cool. They have quite a unique lifestyle . Nice . I seriously liked this video. Thanks man.

[@flux4flux]

That apartment looks huge compare to some in London. And ceiling is alright not like in London where you touching ceiling with your hair. I will change my apartment just like that to Tokyo 😄😘

[@MoonofMars88]

Cherry Berry that "small" one bedroom is definitely bigger than my one bedroom

[@ingriddubbel8468]

I've only had high ceilings when I've lived in London and I've always lived in studios moreover, none of my friends have low ceilings.

[@josefinavillaron5133]

Cherry Berry.

[@mohamedjamaahmed9575]

Somali houses in Birmingham have high ceilings