My $1500 Japanese Apartment Tour 🌱 Sendai, Japan

[@sharlainjapan]

✨To answer your questions: - This is the cute pixel computer with catJAM: amzn.to/3Npg4bp - The brand of the cat toilet is Toletta, I'm not sure if it's a Japan-only thing though - I filmed this after the earthquake, after lots of cleanup😂 - The price of the moving company depends on lots of factors, how much furniture you have to move, how big of a truck you'll need, how far you're moving etc. You can contact them for a quote through their website here: bit.ly/3u7gRDc

[@MidnightSpecialist]

I came right to the comment sections for the pixel computer cat JAM lol. Thank you!

[@howdycowboy247]

I'm glad you got your tea station put back together so nicely after the earthquake!

[@rachaellinn1688]

Thank you 🙂

[@KJ-jq9pq]

Tamagotchi? Lol

[@wots9]

I really love the little shelf that you have your switch and purses hanging on... I'm always looking for a cute type of shelf or something to hang my purses on but still haven't found something I like. I doubt it's available in the States but it's so cute!!

[@AbroadinJapan]

Japan’s moving companies work with military efficiency. In the UK we get Barry and Steve over to drop the furniture down the stairs.

[@genxrants]

You have moving companies? (from the US)

[@lindatannock]

@@genxrants yes! They take all your furniture and packed boxes etc, load them into a van and take them to your new home, and put everything inside your new house. They DON'T pack/unpack for you though. They dump and go lol. They'll put furniture and boxes in the room you want, but that's it. You just hope everything makes it in one piece 🤣

[@skeletalSir]

I could very clearly hear this in his voice.

[@Pit_Wizard]

Any time I've ever hired anyone to help move in the States, they just send a couple of underpaid 19-year-olds with straps and a can-do attitude. Needless to say my stuff got banged up pretty bad.

[@AwkLOL]

Natsuki Moving Company "Wow very dropping!"

[@RevanBC]

That they unpack and give pointers on organization is crazy good service. It almost feels wrong how good it is.

[@TokyoLens]

Worth waiting for! Was worried you wouldn’t be able to get this put out after the earthquake! Now to stop typing and watch! 😋

[@ep1547lv]

It may be hilarious if the ladies at TOKYO CREATIVE were tasked with a challenge to add "a woman's touch" to the ABROAD IN JAPAN studio. 😆

[@arcticblue2]

The 0123 is great! When we were moving from one city to another here in Okinawa, we called up a couple companies for quotes. The 0123 guy showed up in person and the other company called us and it just so happened that the other people called at the exact time the 0123 guy was there. They had a price battle in real time in front of us until we finally started to feel bad that the price was getting so low and ended up just going with The 0123. They did the same thing with covering the walls and all that and the experience was great. My wife and I felt bad about how little they ended up charging us after that price battle so we made sure that the movers had stuff to drink (they wouldn't accept tips) and tried to help them as much as we could.

[@fuckyoutube647]

too funny, thanks for sharing lol

[@billbarre6628]

good customer testimony like yours is potentially worth much more than the money they lost or the amount of tip you would have given

[@DamnAwesome]

What a good and funny story! 😆

[@cptmacbernick]

The moving companies in Japan are so professional, wish we had that in my country!

[@CandycaneBeyond]

OCD friendly!!

[@vell2994]

Same

[@Pyret-kw6cs]

agree!

[@CandycaneBeyond]

@@Mwoods2272 Americans lack work ethics.

[@AsianIsMe]

I just want to say it's great to see you're still making content and to see how far you've come! This is such a beautiful home. Also want to say thank you, because if not for you I would've never had the desire to live in Japan. I'm glad I got to meet you briefly when I studied in Tokyo. Later on, I lived and worked in Kansai. I just returned to America after 5 years there and I appreciate that experience I had, so thanks for being a part of it.

[@2hearts1seoul]

Such a cute place! Love all that sunlight that comes in the living room 🌞 And I need that little narrow pull-out spice drawer, omg.

[@sharlainjapan]

I didn’t notice it was there for the longest time! Was so happy when I found it😆

[@butterflymuse2707]

The crossover I never knew I needed! /waves

[@TokidokiTraveller]

I LOVE your office set up now!! The lights are super cute with the plushie wall 😍 also tea station is amazing. Such nice lighting in your place too 👏🏻👏🏻

[@sharlainjapan]

Isn’t it fun!! Colourful lights ftw🥳🎉💜

[@barbarajohnson4768]

@@sharlainjapan where did you find the triangle lights? So cute!

[@increiblepelotudo]

Sharla, this is the most amazing moving story ever. I'm in NYC and suddenly have dreams of starting a moving company with that level of service. It's so thorough and well done.

[@SkribbleNL]

I actually had the same thought but than here in the Netherlands 😂

[@increiblepelotudo]

@@SkribbleNL no one else is doing it, we can do a collab, call it New Amsterdam Movers, LOL!

[@hillerychan9483]

@@SkribbleNL if you do, bring it to The Hague as well! 😆

[@amara560]

@@SkribbleNL Please do it! I'd hire you

[@LaNoir.]

You would go bankrupt in no time because no one would be willed to pay for the level of service they get

[@SundaiLove]

So helpful 😭 I’m seriously considering a moving company for my next move

[@sharlainjapan]

Omg do it girl it’s 100% worth it!

[@jessirice3077]

I knew you too know each other..you just moved sun 🌞

[@Brian-jv8iy]

If you have furniture that’s a good idea. Otherwise I wouldn’t bother unless you’re a hoarder. I thankfully managed to get rid of unnecessary stuff when I moved the third time.

[@twilightdragon21]

I would LOVE to see you two collab!!

[@Britt11777]

This is the THE MOST INCRDIBLE MOVING COMPANY EVER! I would pay an arm and a leg for a moving company like this in canada. I am green with envy!

[@gozerthegozarian9500]

I'm German and watching these guys work is sheer poetry to me!

[@Ryan1993uk]

This apartment looks super cosy~

[@garywilliams6682]

This is why I love Japan lol. Everyone is so polite and considerate. I had no idea that so much goes into moving. It is very considerate of the moving company to apologize to the neighbors for the inconvience. It is also amazing how they took such care for Sharla's stuff. I can't wait to move to Japan one day. It is videos like this that make me excited to expirience living in Japan first-hand.

[@CrownedKey]

I mean your apartment is nice and cozy but I am baffled by the way the moving company handled the process. That was handled so professionally! Especially the gift for the neighbours, so cool! Other moving companies overseas need to write that down lol

[@kemushichan]

Peep that Olaplex! Also.... it just occurred to me that I need a glasses collection (instead of running around blind always looking for my one pair). More importantly, so flippin cute!! Adorably cozy.

[@florenciaprieto710]

I know right? I'm so in love with her collection of glasses and she inspired me to do something similar, I have to wear glasses all day so it's helpful. Those heart-shaped glasses were so freaking cute! .. and her new appartment looks really cozy and all that sunlight is amazing, much better than the last one.

[@mayflower1721]

I had the most horrible first time moving experience hiring a company in my country (the US), costing me an “arm and a leg”. Never hiring a company here again! Wish we had that process here! Just watching it was so refreshing!! So glad you have such a nice place sharla 😍 I’ve been watching your channel for years and I’m glad you’re in a nice place and healthy as well!

[@jin8339]

Exact same experience for me. First time hired someone to moved from Florida to OH . Cost an arm and a leg plus I get broken items and my desk top was broken further at New York . ( Bec I have to store my belongings until I got a place ). How this happened when it was packed in front of me . I never got reimbursed. I will never hired anyone to moved my things in USA. Bad, bad experience plus my quotes changes when I paid out front ( after I was recommended to pick btw two cost ( weights). )

[@IsonosDen]

I saw Rachel and Jun's video when they had them help move last time and I loved watching them work. It's so nice to see, and kinda made be jealous that we don't have something like that here in the US.

[@MelancholyMoondancer]

I was thinking of Rachel and Jun's moving video as well. Totally jealous. No one yelling "Pivot!" ;)

[@LynxieDove]

LOL...was thinking of replying the same thing:)

[@mizusenshi8172]

I thought that was the same company Rachel and Jun used! Glad it wasn't just me who thought that.

[@eszternagy5322]

The apartment looks so cozy, I love the window seats. I also noticed the Complete Hungarian book on the shelf, I hope you enjoy studying it. Greetings from Budapest!

[@cinematicjapan]

3:15 oh my gosh that plate box is everything. Also Maro is so cute 😍😍✨✨✨ 5:00 how that umbrella stand fits is so satisfying. 6:42 that switch holder is also so satisfying 10:29 the way Maro rolls 😍😍😍😭😭✨😍❤️ 15:13 that bath is gorgeous!! I love your new place. It’s adorable!! Love the whole aesthetic. So cute!! ✨✨✨🥰🥰❤️

[@alexhika]

I moved 7 times over 10 years while living in London. The concept of moving stresses me out beyond words, I have nightmares about it XD I just can't believe the calm and serene vibes I got from watching this moving company doing their thing, I bet they could pack /me/ up with the furniture and it'd still be a great experience lol Seriously, they seem amazing! And so does the house 🥰

[@lifeaschronicallyingrid]

I love how thorough Japanese moving companies are. I haven’t found one this thorough in the area where I live. Really love your new place! Love all the sunshine and I can tell Maro already fell in love with it. Your office is by far my favorite room too 💖

[@vxxky2131]

I don't know what amazes me the most: the moving service, or Maro's own cupboard section. I absolutely loved this video ♥️

[@zazazazaza1999]

That moving company really went above and beyond, It just feels like a invaluable service WOW! I never thought there ever a way that makes moving so much smoother and less stressful

[@mattfodey5153]

I’m not the most organized person, so seeing your apartment so clean and tidy is really nice. I hope things are ok for you after the recent Earthquake!

[@Sage_Lucas]

I have to say, I prefer this style of apartment/house tour with just subtitles, and properly planned and filmed footage. I don't know why I haven't seen anyone do this before.

[@Pivaxi]

I’m glad you were able to upload this despite what’s going on. The new place looks wonderful! (So envious of Japanese moving companies for real. looks so seemless)

[@anyandanything]

The little dish boxes and details of the movers setting it back up for you are next-level service!

[@kaldo_kaldo]

Your videos are always so well produced, the editing, the music choices, even the shooting style is just really nice. Your style is pretty different from, say Chris for example. He does a lot of static or walking shots, usually in big chunks. You do a lot of sweeping shots, and you mix it up pretty frequently - it's nice on the eyes. I don't think you have a writing desk, I think you have a glasses desk you write at haha Maro's shopping cart bed is so cute! And i love your Boo sweater.

[@tweetyjl68]

The packing and unpacking process is amazing I’ve never seen anything like it. They take so much pride in their work 👍🏻

[@annikajh71]

As a Deaf person, I'm so happy to see the proper closed captions!! Your apartment looks amazing, but the office in particular looks so calm yet exciting at the same time. :)

[@headlights-go-up]

That moving process is mindblowing. Anytime I've moved in the US I've done it myself because otherwise I'll be missing half of everything by the time it's all said and done. The attention to detail and the fact that they're thorough to the point of stocking your pantry is amazing.

[@scotianbank]

Having just finished playing "Unpacked", I love how we can see stuff you've moved many times, but still keep around (at least from the previous apartment to this one, not sure if I can recognize anything older than that). Congrats on the new apartment, the view must be spectacular from that window!

[@Eco_Hiko]

Honestly the care and attention Japanese moving companies show is insane. I don't know many businesses in the UK that would go this far for customer satisfaction

[@CHEFPKR]

The amount I would pay for those movers...

[@oxfordtiger]

It is probably that amount....and some!

[@lindsaycordova91]

We need moving companies like that in the US! Love the apartment. It has so much space and storage. All the natural light is amazing too

[@ethereous8709]

Honestly LOVED watching this video. Randomly came across it, and it's so nice to see how other countries do thing, especially East Asian countries. It's honestly so amazing to see how different the culture is, and how different it is from North America, Europe, etc. This was a lovely video! :)

[@tarabooartarmy3654]

I'm so happy to see you have emergency food, Sharla! So many people don't bother keeping anything on hand for emergencies. The average person only has a few days of food on hand at best, and most grocery stores only have 2-3 days worth of food on hand at a given time. I feel like EVERYONE should have at the very least a week of food in their house at all times, if not 30 days. Even keeping a 25-pound of 50-pound bag of rice on hand can get a family through a rough time.

[@GlassSuperstar]

Most 🥰 part is how snuggly the Umbrella box fits into the corner. so satisfying.

[@KrisHTX]

Looks great Sharla. You've come such a long way. Here's to many more years of Japan goodness.

[@PuertoPrincessa15]

Besides all your great videos and channel what stands out to me and probably most people is that you are a genuine kind good hearted person with a lot of strength and resilience. Through the years online you have proven to get through such hard times and smile and keep on getting on with your life and achieve your goals. You are an inspiration Sharma. I am glad I found you on KZbin. Sending you love from Niigata Japan 💖

[@Kuriousspirit]

me and one of my lap kitties enjoyed this immensely! we also have an entire cupboard dedicated to the little floofs and it's starting to look a bit like a pet store >.

[@AndyLifeInVideo]

The bath alone sold it for me! Wish I could find a place with a tub like that.

[@VagabondTurtle]

Edit: I LOVE THE COMPLETE HUNGARIAN BOOK! Should get one for my boyfriend :D Hope the study goes well! In Sweden it is actually very similar, just a little more casual. You can rent movers who will take everything, but you pack yourself, and they move it then, and they use covers and stuff to make sure it is not scratched or damaged, but small damages are expected. They also make sure your previous apartment is ok, which will be checked and approved (you need to make sure it is thoroughly cleaned before you give back the keys) but some scratches and damage is written down as "normal usage" so you don't need to fix everything, it is expected that with someone living in it, some things get used up. But otherwise it is quite strict and you need to make sure you do everything, you get a checklist of what needs potential fixing, etc.

[@kerigolsch1437]

I always love watching your videos because I can experience the world of Japan vicariously through you. It does always get me teary-eyed watching these videos because it seems as though I will never get the chance to experience any of these things in my lifetime. It has been my dream to live in Japan since I was 7 years old, and it seems like every time I have everything lined up perfectly, something prevents me from going. Right now, and for the past couple of years, it has been due to Covid. I can only hope that someday I get to experience what it is like having a Japanese apartment and living like a local. Still, your videos give me hope that my dream will come true someday. And your videos also inspire me to never give up on my dream of living in Japan. Thank you for the videos, they are much appreciated💕

[@janeybakarbessy2330]

I had also a good moving experience here in The Netherlands. The guys looked like from a football club but were all friendly and packed the big stuff nicely and even placing my stuff. Not as well organized cause I had to pack everything myself but they were really good. Of course in Japan it looks really and always well organized. So great movers! Hope you are happy in your new home!

[@lyn3325]

I really appreciate that you made the vibes of this video really calming and chill 😌 I've been having such bad insomnia these past few days.

[@S4dGh0st]

Your home is seems so cozy! Im torn between having cute pastel colors and having everything I own be black, lol You're convincing me I need more cute colors in my place!

[@AhriIzumi]

I have to say! This channel you have Sharla, is my happy go to, when i feel lonely, or sad or down. It just makes me so happy and makes me feel so much like i'm in japan, wich is my dream to live, and run a flower store. Thank you for the amazing videos!

[@HanahS.]

I like how there’s a perfect balance of fun and youthful in parts of the apartment and simplistic and grownup in other parts 😊 The “Tea Station” is literally THE most Sharla thing I have ever seen in my life 😆 I love it 😍

[@Nekokeeb]

Love the moving company. Always satisfying to watch them work and organize your things. Also love the new apartment! Maro is totally get used to it already 😍

[@Big-boned_Pikachu]

At 4:10 it reminds me of the game unpacking! They seem like such a good company to hire! In Canada I've never heard of a company so detailed. Most of the time it's "yeah the moving company lost some of my stuff". Such a fun video :)

[@AzrallDRG]

4:06 - Sharla drinks Yorkshire Tea! As an British man I can say I've never been so happy. lol! Great video, love the efficiency of the moving company!

[@ti-ande]

What a beautiful space!! It's so functional too. A cat's paradise with all those windows, Maro can gaze down at all the peasants below her 😅 That Japanese moving company has me really dreading a future move because I know I will never get anything close to that level of service in Canada 😂

[@ti-ande]

@@Mwoods2272 If you know of a moving company in Canada who will do all that and bring tissues to my neighbours and apologize to them, please send me their contact info because I've never heard of such a wonderful thing here 😂

[@Ella-xh3mp]

Here in the Netherlands moving companies are fine, depends on which one you choose, they put everything in the right room but they do not unpack. They are insured so when they break something you get it paid. I think the best thing they move you within a few hours

[@whiskeychicken]

I'd be curious to know the square footage of the apartment and the moving cost. I recently moved in the US and wonder how they stack up. There's so many neat things we should adopt over here that are commonplace in Japan.

[@carahenry2190]

I feel old saying this , i dont even live outside my uni accommodation but god dam that house has a sexy amount of storage and space u layed it out so well

[@MarieLyster]

Omg the moving company seemed literally perfect!! I have never heard of anything like it that is that good 🙌😱 Aww I love the apartment! Also jelly of all the cute stuff 👀 haha! Btw I’m glad you and Maro are safe after the earthquake, I didn’t think we had those in Norway, but we did a couple days ago. I didn’t feel anything since it was out in the North Sea by the oilplatforms 😳 can’t imagine how it must have been for you, but I’m glad you guys are alright at least 💖

[@narcoti]

Ill keep saying it, thank you so much for all your videos. I have been enjoying your channel for many years, and I am still learning! Honestly I don't think you could get a moving service like that here. Extremely professional and meticulous and caring! WOW

[@nyaamix138]

I really wish we had moving companies like that in Canada! I just had to have some things moved and it's the most basic thing for an insane amount of money. Everything in your apartment looks so cute! I so want a catbus rug now

[@ceciliazaporteza5253]

Your New Apartment is very cozy 🥰 Thank You for sharing it with us😃👍

[@NomadicGaijin]

We used the same moving company, had a great experience but it was definitely unique. Thank you for this awesome apartment tour!

[@deewonda1952]

SOOO KEWL!!🤩 What a great apartment!! Congratulations!!🥳

[@BananahTV]

Notification squad 🎉 Always a good day with a new Sharla video💕

[@crimsonrose5594]

Thank God she found such a good moving company to help her move. Plus, her new apartment looks so organized, tidy, as well as cozy. I love the pink and the cute cat decorations.

[@cutiehoru]

I love all the pics of you and Taylor on your fridge!

[@victoriaschulli2365]

hi Sharla ive been watching your videos since I was 13 and I'm now 22 and you've always bee there for me to watch when im lonely , sad or need to something to watch while studying so thank you for always uploading and being my comfy place for me growing up

[@sharlainjapan]

That’s so sweet🥺💖 Thank you for sticking around so long!! So happy to have you here~ 🥰🌸

[@VoylinsLife]

gives me a lot of inspiration on how to decorate my appartment here in Japan. 😊

[@lindatannock]

Your new place is gorgeous Sharla! I literally can't believe they do all this for you. Moving would be so much easier on you if you could get this service anywhere! (Particularly for the disabled and chronically ill. They have to rely on loved ones - if they have them, that is).

[@ch10120]

The sequence of this video is well-made. I like that you first introduce the moving company (which is very appealing and has great services) and then your apartment (which is neat, cozy and nice). Really like your videos :)

[@LvNL]

Szia, Sharla! At 8:24 I noticed the Hungarian language book, haha. I've been following your channel for lots of years now and I remember you mentioned some Hungarian ties or ancestry before, right? Maybe even lángos once. Anyway, kitartást és minden jót! Üdv, egy néződ Magyarországról ☺️

[@madisonrose417]

I'm glad you are safe after the earthquake, and congrats on your new place.

[@RaeAtrista]

I've been following your content for the past 10 years and every video still brings me excitement. Thank you for letting me feel and dream about what it's like being able to live abroad. Always looking forward to your next video! Take care! ☺️💕💕

[@Delaney-and-the-Starlight]

Just realized I forgot to ever watch this video! All the organization during the moving process and in the new apartment was super satisfying!! 😌

[@Pyroshen]

The music and cuts were beautiful. It felt like real life unpacking video game.

[@glcsander]

Beautiful set up Sharla with all the stress I had with surgeries and flying I hope you can now appreciate ur time in a new house it feels really cozy congrats and all the best.

[@nothatgxrl]

I'm in LOVE with your office! It looks kind of small but you made it work by diving the space in two with the desk. And don't get me started on the colorsssssssss, it's so pretty. I'm stealing that concept, I want it for me.

[@marcusgijsberts862]

Omg! That Gengar neon is sooo awesome!!!

[@perdomot]

Love the new place especially the office. The pics on the fridge brought a smile to my face as I loved it when you and Taylor made videos together.

[@Rose-xs5fr]

I just moved into a new apartment in Japan a few days ago. I lovveeee decorating. I'm so freaking excited that there is a plant store next door!

[@Nikki-nx3ml]

Your makeup, especially eye makeup is so beautiful in this!!! 🤩 Could you do a makeup tutorial and show us your favorite products?? Love your videos 💕🥰 Hope to make it to Japan one day because of you!

[@81OH4Z4RD]

Cool pad Sharla. The cat rug in the kitchen really ties the room together.

[@jceccaldi]

the moving company footage was NEXT LEVEL wow

[@sharmainefresco838]

girl you have no clue how happy and relaxed your vids make me feel ❤❤❤ love you Sharla

[@jenniree29]

Oh I just LOVE it!!! And the way you have it decorated is perfect. Enough personality and warmth, but not cluttered or stuffy. So happy you have such a wonderful place.

[@sherijohnson9137]

I absolutely LOVE it!!!!!!😍 such a cute, efficient place and Maro just chilling on the fuzzy carpet was the best!💗 A little slice of heaven in the most beautiful place in the world.😊 I love seeing Japan through your videos!

[@cailinanne]

Omg the greeting the neighbors!!! They have literally EVERY *thing* covered!!

[@BowsettesFury]

So glad to see you healing so well ❤️☺️

[@valeriecooper7858]

Sharla it’s so lovely to see how far you’ve come! I’ve been following your journey in Japan for several years now, and would like to wish you nothing but the best in your future endeavors in Sendai! May I ask to get more information on Maro’s supplies? His feeder and litter box seem amazing!

[@christiancaicedo7036]

THE VIBE CHECKS OUT! :D

[@sakurasharks]

Such a gorgeous apartment! I agree with Maro, the lounge room is a vibe! I had an "Oh no" moment when you said the shelf would be strong in an earthquake! 😮‍💨

[@somestreamerjp]

Art are great. Super Expensive compared to everyone else, but great. I self-packed so things were pretty quick on the day they came (1DK with a ton of kitchen and pantry stuff). They disassembled my bed and desk, loaded it up, and met me at my new place.

[@carableu]

Wow what a fabulous moving experience!

[@BushLeagueLive]

Far better than my recent move.

[@strebrr]

That moving company experience is one reason why we love Japan I guess. Your living room is beautiful ❤

[@Jae..9..]

Your place is so cozy! Got some great storage ideas I may have to steal!

[@TheDragonaf1]

This is really interesting after watching Joey's one (the anime man) the cataloguing process seems a bit odd. If Japanese are traditionally shy, why would they go into someone else home and make a list about it? For example (trying not to be NSFW here but genuinely asking) about "certain objects/topics" I.e in the case of Joey being "cultured anime collections" that are considered taboo. Do they just pass it off, or do they litterly look at every nook and cranny and then ask politely "if there is anything you wish to pack yourself". Any one living in Japan can educate me on this/is this me being neive/wrong misconceptions about Japan.

[@aiskef33]

I guess if you have anything you don't want people to see, box it up beforehand. They need to go and catalog everything so nothing is unaccounted and placed correctly in the new apartment.

[@dericcyk]

That's why there's a part where they ask you if you have anything you want to pack yourself

[@TheDragonaf1]

@@dericcyk well that question comes after they catalog everything hence the confusion.

[@sharlainjapan]

@@TheDragonaf1 it’s mostly the big things that they catalogue, like how many shelves you have and where you want to put them in the new place

[@caturina]

It's so spacious and cosy! 🤍

[@sammi_eddie]

your place looks so warm and welcoming.

[@ProfT100]

Yorkshire tea - in Japan! It has just got 20x easier to convince my wife that the trip we are planning will work:😊 Thank you for the tour.

[@DamnAwesome]

Awesome video! I loved the chillness of this video! Also, those movers were really efficient and careful with everything! 😄👍