10 Multipurpose Things that help me stay minimal and happy😁

[@Reverend_Mojo]

The items are... 1. Tenougui 2. Small bag (Containing A vicks menthol inhaler, for the nose tingles) 3. White Boxes 4. Laptop Case 5. Essential Oils /Aroma oils 6. Hakozen 7. Aladdin pants (A.K.A "Harem pants" or "Thai Fisherman pants") 8. Tatami 9. Bags 10. Drawers

[@faithcritchfield1066]

Thank you!!

[@Esther-ps3vx]

You are the only person who has changed my habits. I have been watching videos for years but your videos definitely motivates me to keep a clean home.

[@shannonlocke8475]

You are always so joyful when explaining. Great ideas. SMILES

[@nariu7times328]

AHHHH, I just watched a video of a woman who wants to share outfits for women over 50 - she spent a lot of money for all new clothes to "inspire" me. Then I saw your new video and I feel much better now.... AHHHHH. So relaxing.

[@grumpy_poo]

buy only what you NEED... USE what you buy.... capsule wardrobe... Some of my clothes are over 25 years old and people often ask where I got things ... and when I tell them, many of the shops no longer exist.....

[@jaclynhinkle3046]

I just wear dresses all the time. It simplifies because it’s just 1 item of clothing to wear, wash, and put away. I have a pair of jeans, shorts, and a t-shirt too just for dirty days like cleaning out the garage. That’s all I need. 🙂

[@nariu7times328]

@grumpy_poo I've been very ill and lost a lot of weight, but received a lot of handme downs. So same! People want to know where I got my clothes and I say "kindness of others." My jewelry is mostly heirloom which is REALLY lovely and fun.

[@nariu7times328]

@@jaclynhinkle3046 this is a really lovely idea. :)

[@grumpy_poo]

@@nariu7times328 Hopefully you are much better now... x

[@marys5299]

If you pull out the drawers and put a thin piece of wood over them you would also have more desk space. You could then store the piece upright beside the desk. Same piece of wood could be used across the arms oa a chair as a portable desk. (Use one outside when I'm reading and want to take notes.) 😊

[@volunteerworker]

The nose mint item is actually an aromatherapy inhaler. That specific one looks like a Vick's vaporub one to me. Pharmacys, grocery stores, and health stores here sell various ones over the counter for opening airways, anxiety, sleep, and headaches to name a few uses. They are very helpful for homeopathic remedies to help take the edge off ailments. Can also find them online too. I've used the vics one as well as headache and sleep ones as well.

[@EC-yd9yv]

Or essential oil (peppermint) on cotton ball in small container... open and sniff as needed lasts and lasts 😉

[@TheMennomilist]

So interesting about the tearing (and how many uses that towel has). Great list. I learned a lot.

[@sebastienmailbox]

I need to get myself some tenugui next time i have need of towels. They seem very useful and come in fun patterns. Thos "Aladdin pants" are commonly called "harem pants" in Englis. Theyre modeled after middle eastern Shalwar (trousers), though i have no idea which ones moreso at this point in history. There are quite a few styles from many cultures and they're all a little different. You can use white vinegar in place of citric acid in your washer, as well! I add it into the fabric softener compartment. It doesnt make my clothing smell of vinegar, either. I think it may help keep my washer clean longer, too. I add my essential oils to a mixture of salt and baking soda to give my laundry a pleasant scent. Your idea about your drawers is a good one. It made me laugh. Maybe roll up a tenugui Thank you for another short, but lovely video. I always find them enjoyable. Your energy is the best part. Puts a smile on my face every time.

[@madisonh1703]

I love finding new uses for old things. I had a file organizer o wasn't using because my workflow at home changed. But I was looking for something to keep my books organized on my nightstand. And voila! I turned the file organizer sideways and now have a great spot to take books in and out without the others falling over

[@ВераПолевнева]

Arigato, dear Aki-san, your videos are so positive and inspiring. Thank you for your work. Be happy and always healthy.🌸

[@bigbrowntau]

2:00 I use a tenugui as an eye shield on flights. Make sure you chose a dark coloured one. I've also used one as a scrub cap at work (I'm a nurse), a bandage when providing first aid out on the street, as well as the traditional use in kendo and naginata (a liner for the helmet we wear). Also tied two of them together to make a makeshift belt once too, and also as a bag strap while travelling. So useful!

[@ouranitakaradimas1132]

Your videos are an instant mood lift on gloomy days - thanks for the positive energy.

[@blue3559]

You are as bright and clever as the whole Japanese culture. Thank you Aki san.

[@CrystalRaye]

I've heard them called harem pants. I have a pair and I love them. So cool to wear during the hot months.

[@christines.6521]

Now I know what to do with all my wonderful Tenugui. Thank you so much❤

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

I surly enjoy your joy! And learning so much. Mostly about easy and simple ways of doing things .

[@Maryam.A95]

Dear Aki, Be always happy and successful. Thank you for sharing this video and your lovely positive energy! 🥰🙏❤️

[@StellaM22]

I love your videos they bring me so much happiness and inspiration ❤

[@denahom]

I’ve completely remodeled my bedroom based on your ideas. I’m 63 years old and am sleeping on a tatami mattress and Shikibuton. I now have a kakebuton which just arrived from Japan. My back has never felt better and there is so much room now; I can do other things like yoga and weight lifting in my bedroom-love the space thank you Aki.🙏

[@martianrobber]

I have been using white vinegar, water and essential oil for my laundry. I can't wait to try the citric acid version! Thank you!

[@mimi1o8]

I heard white vinegar can damage your washing machine so I use citric acid instead

[@martianrobber]

@@mimi1o8 thank you!

[@Orientalbackyardgarden]

You are so positive, it is such a joy to watch and listen to you. Thank you for your important message to the world ❤️🌹❤️

[@josephr9551]

I love the Aladdin pants, so free and loose.

[@222hello]

I love minimalism

[@AlphaCheff]

Learning a lot about the many benefits from being a minimalist . Salamat Aki san from the Philippines...

[@hadh]

Thanks to you, I finally got the point of tenugui ! I got 2 of them as gifts, and even when I travelled in Japan I didn't understand why there were so many of them in shops. Now I understand better ! But I don't know if I could tear them up haha, they're so beautiful !

[@astreeid2469]

Thanks you for the video Aki ! On a side note for viewers, be careful with essential oils, it's quite potent and can trigger allergies, as well as interact with some medicine, and some of them are not suitable for pregnant women, chrildren, animals or certains uses. I love them but make sure to do your research and an allergy test on your arm for example before use :)

[@denisesmelley8546]

Concerning the use of drawers: my kitchen is very small, with almost no counter space. my son and I have taken to opening a drawer and placing a cutting board across it to serve as an additional work surface. It works especially well, since we both need to be sitting as we work!

[@susanneekelund1309]

Thanks for all your tips! Inspiring and helpful! ⭐️🥰

[@SafiaMoffatt]

I think it's so cute when you say WOW

[@jaclynhinkle3046]

Thinking of multiple uses for items helps me to declutter. When I struggle to decide if I need to keep an item just because it’s useful, I ask myself if I have anything else that I could instead, and I can usually think of something. 🙂

[@annekanno1440]

Thank you so much for your wonderful tips and refreshing and uplifting spirit!!!!

[@jade1810]

Hello, Aki. Your attitude encourages everyone! Awesome video and items! Thanks to you, my old kendo tenugui will be useful, again. They are special. So, that makes me very happy, too. Before your video, I didn’t understand how to use them in other ways. ...All of the items are great. Especially tatami mats. Thank you for teaching us more about them. Minimalism looks and feels luxurious when you create a traditional Japanese style room.

[@teresahernandez9604]

Hola! Because I love watching your videos now you have me busy arranging and cleaning my house 😎😊🤣🫣

[@ninzmadz-sc5kk]

Thank you for inspiring everyone!💕

[@emilyfox2072]

Wonderful video full of helpfulness and happiness. Thank you!! ❤❤❤

[@eaglenoimoto]

Careful with citric acid in the washing machine! At warmer temperatures, it solidifies and will build up inside the machine. Only try this when you have a Japanese washing machine that only uses cold water.

[@minstrelgirl451]

This video made me smile so much! :D Currently re-arranging/decluttering my room again. I have a ways to go to be minimalist, but creative functionality is helping upgrade my spaces and make them more useable. (For instance, a beautiful glass candleholder a friend gave me is now holding my colorful sparkle pens! 🥰)

[@CaptZenPetabyte]

Thank you again for your great videos Matcha. I hope to someday visit Japan and thank you in person. Wonderful

[@s.m.8075]

You are an Inspiration!!!!

[@ceciliabryane5894]

Good morning, Great video! I will meditate on these ideas and how I could use them in my life. Thanks! Have a great holiday.

[@dogie1070]

I really get so much out of your videos! Many Thanks and big bear hugs

[@mariaperez-i9n]

I have a pretty box as a dinning room table center. It holds lots of necessary stuff, like a paper cutter, scissors, magnifier, readers, pens, paper, screw driver.

[@Jen.O]

As of now, everyone on my Christmas list is getting a Tenugui cotton towel to wear, use and hang up. I checked onine and wow what a gorgeous selection is available, so a big THANK YOU for this wonderful suggestion, it was a life changer!

[@MariaMuller-zn6ie]

So inspiring! :) I also use my desk's drawers to elongate it. I place my food there, when I eat, so I don't have to put away my laptop.

[@AngelaDavis-yz3xf]

Thank you Aki. Those pants look so comfortable. I'm seriously thinking about saving up for a Tatami I like the multifunctional benefits 💚 😊

[@sevlbot]

I always look forward to you videos Aki !

[@PamelaHarper-z4s]

I just found your channel!! Thank you for your Multipurpose things that help simplify life!! I will be watching future videos and watch all of your before videos!!❤

[@karenebarker9244]

Your videos are always interesting and fun!

[@JasminAsterios]

Thank you, Aki. I highly enjoyed your Video and will think of buying the towel.

[@ShivaJalali1149]

Thank you so matcha! 🙏🏻🍀 Useful and interesting! 😍

[@EttieneIsEtti]

You are very creative. I'm going to try your softener recipe. And I once went to Daiso and saw Tenugui, but I'm not sure what it is for. Thank you for enlightening me 😄

[@LadyPelikan]

Thanks for explaining the frayed edges!!! I thought mine was just not finished (a simple company gift for publicity).

[@valerierogers9609]

Inspired by you, I've used tenugui towels years now. I have a futon mattress, and I'm thinking a tatami might work well under it; more padding and natural smell would be beneficial.

[@AlexShiro]

Tatami underneath is brilliant. I live in a hot n humid climate and we have a Japanese bamboo bed frame to hold two large tatami frames, and our futon, and it breathes and keeps us cooler.

[@alexandrasaini582]

So cool ✨️🌟 Thanks for sharing, Aki!

[@FuesunHa]

You love each piece of your belongings 🤗

[@PeggyLeung-ev1vo]

Arigato Aki, thank you for sharing different ideas of being minimalist. Especially the Tenugui, I use as handkerchief, now I can use it in different purposes. I used aroma oil and vinegar as my softener to do laundry too. By the way the Aladdin pant is cute and you look cute in it too. Look forward to your next video.

[@FlyingJustToFall]

Lovely video as always Aki

[@MissDeadLucky13]

i'm so down for using the term "nose mint"

[@allegrosotto2126]

I’ve been using bag inside bags in my tiny space and it’s great👍

[@yubizen4924]

いつもありがとうございます、 全部の動画はすごいです

[@MaritaGutierrez-iv7wp]

Thank you so much Aki! You always know how to make me happy! And you even remind me to improve my japanese! ❤ God bless you!(I am From Latam)! 10:25

[@christinabaldres6958]

I love it...thank you for sharing with me...Salamat

[@aliciabrown841]

Thank you for these tips! Also, I loved meeting you in Costa Mesa, CA🤗

[@SamuraiMatcha]

Thank you for meeting me there!:)))

[@gd-ty9jp]

I like watching you Thanks for speaking English

[@kalpanaganesan8489]

Very nice info, one thing I noticed , coinciding between other country cultures, especially ancient traditional culture serves a lot and purpose a lot, I think minimalist elements begins there, I have seen in India ( different states) culture and traditions meant for many like the one you have shown, table, mat, storage…. Traditionally many ancient houses in India used these methods for multi purposes, like seen wooden storage trunk boxes, can be used for rare used utensils, dress, or for the any occasional religious festive..l this one works a lot like a vintage decor, storage and easy to maintain… like wise many countries traditions meant for multi uses the things is we forgot to use but your channel remind us to repurpose Kudos to you

[@bernadinecabanas331]

I love your short 🙏

[@akshaydhawan3579]

I like your video before watching

[@kaydixie5727]

A very fun video! Thanks for sharing. *Also try saying Aladdin with the accent on the second syllable, (the second "a" would be emphasized).

[@sebastienmailbox]

He's actually saying it more correctly than the way you're suggesting. The common English pronunciation is inaccurate to the name's Arabic origin. The original name starts with a sound that doesn't exist in English at all, so it doesn't translate well. In English, we tend to mangle words from other languages, especially names.

[@karenevans2157]

K: Excellent content, thank you Aki! I was able to locate the small bag from your other video- Montbell security belt. May I ask if you modify the strip? It looks skinnier than the one that’s currently on the Montbell website. And if you did, what did you use for modification? What you have looks perfect as a shoulder wallet. Thank you so much!

[@laurepat23]

Mille MERCIS ❤ C est génial👍 maintenant vos vidéos sont en Français 😊 Cela serait super si vous pouviez faire la même chose avec vos anciennes vidéos Merci de là par des Français 🙏 Patricia 😊

[@evildevil364]

But where did you get those pants though? 🤔

[@marin4687]

I would like to know too

[@davidmaxey3401]

They look like "sirwal" from the Sahara. Perfect for the heat.

[@fiddler32]

Where I’m from, we call them harem pants. Edit: other folks are right; Sirwal is more accurate.

[@valentinjp]

The official name should be Sirwal

[@stephaniesaffoldwoolridge9987]

Came here to read the comments and find out where to buy as well!

[@janetatuniquerawfoods2361]

Hakuzen table… new to me and I like it too. I do the same thing with drawers. Iota better to have them closed… but I currently use one to hold things in a box but also as a desk foot rest when at the computer. Haha. I steer away from keeping bags within bags. Thank you. Tenugui look like a good investment.

[@avaapple923]

Excellent! I’m interested in tatami mats and wondering how they would hold up to my dog. Do you sweep them or vacuum? Arigato🪷

[@tairam9383]

Great ideas!!! Thank you!

[@Reverend_Mojo]

I'm wearing similar pants now, I LOVE THEM! Aladdin pants is a name for them, but you can also find styles as "Harem pants", or my favorite style "Thai Fisherman pants" I call them my Swishy pants

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

Hi, Aki! I enjoy all of your videos!

[@goldengriffon]

I never thought I would see one of my Amazon reviews on a Samurai Matcha video! I stand by my review, but I appreciate tengui more today than I used to. 🙂

[@fruitytarian]

Wait, Amazon reviewers are real people? 🤯 😂😂

[@bnew5905]

Tenugui was intentionally designed that way for other uses that you didn't understand. Why would you still stand by that review?

[@grumpy_poo]

@@fruitytarian 🤣😂

[@MargaretSkelly-w1q]

Hi great video. From M👵🇨🇮

[@veraveritas2238]

Fjällräven bag 🥰

[@albrumn]

畳と手拭が欲しいです。ズボンはおしゃれです。いい動画、あきさん。

[@kabe2588]

I love your films!

[@joonhaunited]

love you Aki ❤🙏

[@Anonymous-km5pj]

Arigato and Happy Yule✨✨ 💖Canada✌

[@Fiendishgrrl]

Thank you for inspiring me ✨️🙏

[@evaclaudialeiner1255]

Thank you ,a good time!

[@ani.lightheart]

helpful! ❤

[@creecerubia4569]

I saw your Marie Kondo book in your white box. I bought two copies years ago on different occasions, one for my grand daughter and another for me.

[@khadiza3330]

Which brands tatami do you use?

[@mimi1o8]

Could not find those in the USA, we got long ones instead

[@camillequillere]

Hi ! thank you for the video and all the ideas ! Where did you bought your pant "aladdin pants" ? i'm definitely looking for one like this !! Thank you, take care !

[@raine48]

Hi Aki - great video! What tatami do you recommend for people in the US?

[@catniplovescake]

😸 thank you for posting! 😸

[@JP31378]

Thank you.

[@doro8856]

I love the idea of a personalized table. Suits me!

[@AbyssEyes02]

Ive been using those stle of pants for awhile, i find them the pereft medium between pants and shorts, i personally like my shorts below my knees and my pants often get wet at the bottom due to the wet grass or rain, it is a hit or miss for other lol.

[@alanbirkner1958]

Hi, we're near Chicago. I use storage cubes as foot rests. 3 of us live in a 2BR apartment. I have more to toss. Tina, Al's wife

[@erikabossie]

Aki-san, how to deal with jealousy. My husband is in Tokyo for work. Temples, shrines and food look fantastic ❤

[@GoodVibes1997]

I like the versatility of the tenougui but not as a bath towel. I need a large thick bath towel. Not going to compromise on that.

[@TaurusMoon-hu3pd]

Thank you! 🩷

[@sabrina_vegan_minimalist]

Another use for tenugui: When you wash your face to remove make-up and need to keep your hair out of the way (I definitely need something to manage my fringe)

[@martinchlouba1845]

Can you please let us know where did you get your tatami mats? They look very nice but I was not able to find anything similar in Europe. Thank you!