Tiny $400/Month Japanese Apartment Tour | Life in Japan

[@kevojapan]

Thank you so much for all of your comments! Thank you for subscribing! I never expected this video to get so much attention as it's getting now. I miss Japan so much, and it's nice to re-live my time there with you all. 😊 More videos coming soon. If you're curious to hear my thoughts on living in Japan, LIKE this comment so I know. 👍 Stay tuned! 🗾

[@user-kj5nk1ko1b]

You came up on my homepage, that's how I found your video!

[@bethanyanderson1745]

Can't wait to learn more abt your experiences.

[@AdachiCabbage]

Thanks for the videos subbed. I'm curious, do you know any areas that are like, at the least 2 hours or less from Tokyo that isn't in Tokyo?

[@kevojapan]

@@AdachiCabbage Where I lived--Ashikaga, Tochigi. :)

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

@@user-kj5nk1ko1b same here, in NL. Very random but also I have watched more of these types of videos in the past. I don't know if it is that's why it's in my list or that the video became sort of 'airborne ' 😊 But yes, I like to watch rooms/houses in Japan, very intriguing to me somehow.

[@Maggie-ib4iz]

These type of apartments would work really well here in North America for those who want to be independent when they turn 18, it’s a great learning tool on how to spend and save. We can learn a lot from the way the Japanese live and are very happy, you have nice neighbors looking out for each other. I would have liked to have had the opportunity to try it. Thank you for allowing us into your humble abode. I know this was made 5 years ago, but would like to see more of these videos. Have you seen on TV about “Tiny houses”,, some of them are no bigger then these apartments and , there are people that prefer to live small rather then big, what ever their reasons are and there are communities that have only tiny homes. Some people are living the minimalist way and it works, it’s the way people are willing to live this way. Thank you for all your feedback on these apartments, God Bless.

[@WhatIsThis-zq4hk]

agreed. Unfortunately it is illegal to build these in the US. it's ridiculous kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXSylYSpj8Zka9E

[@boundariessetinstone5893]

They would work well anywhere there’s poor really.

[@anthonyposso3764]

@@boundariessetinstone5893 Yeah for the very poor, here in the US , be like living in a Jail cell to me . Not to be racist but I just don't understand it 🤷 🙃 Why is Space such a thing over there . . I mean isn't Japan the size of England where they don't have to live like this . Or is it just like that whole Japanese thing just like to play with their toys 🤔 Personally I do just think it is . I just don't know or is it that they're all trying to get everything crammed and jammed in tight cos it's so expensive 🤷‍♂️🙋👍🏻

[@boundariessetinstone5893]

@@anthonyposso3764 Probably another case of most everyone wanting to live in certain area. Like Los Angeles I don’t understand why our gov or state keeps allowing more to come.

[@LaoSoftware]

@@anthonyposso3764 Japan is a tiny country compare to the USA. So land is limited. That means, no space to live comfortably.

[@marimarx5004]

The dry option in the bathroom is for drying your clothes and the bar is where you hang them. Clean water comes out the sink above your toilet is for washing your hand it is designed so you don't have to touch anything it also fills your tank. There are also over the sink drying racks you can buy.

[@shinobusensui9395]

I remember seeing that type of toilet when I stayed in Osaka. It was nice

[@cherrytreeblossom8475]

Having watched some other videos about Japanese apartments, I realised that about the dry option and the bar (and also the sink above the toilet). Hope he found out these things eventually and didn't have to suffer the damp underwear for too long, lol.🤣🤣

[@someguy9778]

lol

[@artvandalay13]

Oh no. I had one of these at my airbnb and pooped in it...

[@francesjolly5106]

Thank you.

[@lindaterrell5535]

From the outside, it looks like an American motel.

[@GinaKayLandis]

I had the same thought!!

[@buddyrevell511]

Yeah but much cleaner and neater and safer than any motel you'll ever see in the states.

[@boundariessetinstone5893]

Or an apt in LA hood ever been

[@marbeeidk5892]

Those bicycles are gone in seconds!

[@michelebaker6001]

The first thing I thought when I saw the outside was that it looked like an american motel.

[@SweetCammieEyes1]

Loved in Japan for 6 years. Everything there makes sense. Minimalistic living, low theft rates, fresh fruits and veggies, and amazing culture. I miss it so much

[@fareshajjar1208]

Almost no ethnic diversity is why "everything there makes sense."

[@LuiSincaraShow]

@@fareshajjar1208 this comment is pretty out of pocket

[@fareshajjar1208]

@@LuiSincaraShow If "diversity is our strength," as politicians keep telling us, then why does Japan, the least diverse nation on earth, have lower crime, better culture, cleaner cities, etc...

[@francesjolly5106]

I am thankful for your information. Puts life in prospective!

[@wallacesousuke1433]

@@fareshajjar1208 laughs in Singapore

[@Dollarkat]

Dude, I’m 100% positive the water coming out of the toilet sink is from the water main, and not toilet water.

[@truthseeking6611]

Unbearable even after I sped 2*.

[@recoveringsoul755]

Yes, it's just fresh water going in to refill the toilet tank, but first you can conserve water by washing your hands in that little sink. And with the bidet, no TP needed

[@1953lili]

Lol indeed!

[@yanliew4027]

Good innovation to wash hands !

[@U60singlemum99]

😂😊

[@daijinjim2806]

You can use the drying fan in the bathroom to dry your clothes. The cooktop in your kitchen looks like an electric conduction cook top. Doesn't get hot and no fire during earthquakes

[@andyrob3259]

My partner just said the same thing. If he is going to have it on for 4 hours (with sounds too long anyway) why not just use it to set clothes as well.

[@buddyrevell511]

Induction.

[@dannylaughon5414]

Loved your comment about the honesty of the Japanese people. I experienced the Japanese people fifty years ago while in the US military . With few exceptions I felt no need to lock up anything

[@sunnyside_down345]

The apartment is very functional. I wish this kind of apartment was in my country!

[@lorrainebeleny8135]

They have them in U.S!!!-Called"efficiency apartments"

[@RA-tj8lv]

@@lorrainebeleny8135 that would be great for the homeless 👍

[@sissyroxx]

You've supposed to hang wet clothing over the bathtub and use the drying fan to reduce the chance of mildew in the closet space.

[@Big-Wonka]

Cool little apartment. A few things, the sink on the toilet is to wash your hands and save water by filling the tank. Also, the stove is electric. A gas stove would have a raised burner and fire. When I was in Japan I used all my change in vending machines haha. Easy way to get rid of it. The drying rack hanger can be used in the bathroom with the heater to dry your clothes.

[@padthaipaul6458]

Yes I remember using the coins on sake vending machines push a button on the bottom of the can and the sake heats up by itself🙏

[@amiblueful]

Don't worry about the water in the toilet sink. It comes from the same supply that provides water for your other sinks.

[@Yolanda-f2z7g]

Enjoyed.

[@theresaschuldt3915]

Japan is an innovative culture and I love the technology in the home, trains, and vending machines. The culture and environment are clean, safe, except for a few of the bears during their feeding times in the forests. The people are gracious, helpful and friendly. While on a slow train to Nara, an older Japanese lady and my daughter were speaking in Japanese. The lady began to talk quickly and my daughter apologized in Japanese because she didn’t understand Japanese that quickly. The lady switched to English and continued to talk with us. It was a surprise to us, hearing her switch to languages so easily. We had been told that it is mainly the children who speak English, so we were surprised. Conversely, some rural Japanese were very surprised when my daughter spoke to them in Japanese.

[@fareshajjar1208]

The total lack of ethnic diversity is their strength.

[@leiflachlan1179]

Being friends with your neighbors would be divine

[@krimsonhaze327]

So interesting. The Japanese seem to be much more efficient with the ways they live.

[@earthn1447]

The water at the sink above your toilet is the same potable water in all sinks, showers etc - it simply offers “free” hand washing after using the toilet, the water then runs down to replenish your toilet tank. It does not mix with the toilet water - it is perfectly safe! You mentioned skyrocket water bill - you are wasting it if you don’t use it - it is ingenious!!

[@sundance81677]

Literally just watched another video of a guy, Life of Abe, who lives in the exact same apartment. Even had the same laundry detergent.

[@DecepticonRon]

Same here 😂🤣😂🤣

[@tototaniwha]

i thought i had watched this video because of that video lol

[@katharinaskapur7137]

Same 🤣🤣

[@sann5146]

Same 😆

[@MsCoco-uy9cm]

Same 🤣🤣😂😂

[@NelsonClick]

Nice. I realize this was 5 years ago but that's a great apartment for $400. Couldn't beat it for a single young person. Looks very clean and modern. Wood floors.

[@rosettamccoy6123]

And everything is so tiny

[@mm4847]

We have a fam of 7 4 bed house full basement we own for 374 a month in muskegon mi

[@phoneec]

$400 USD /month ? Wow, that's good price

[@jessica_R_9167]

Excellent price for your own place 2 hours from Tokyo

[@blondek767]

Advice; The closet makes a perfect drying area, purchase a small dehumidifier, most have timers. Wash clothes before bed, then hang in the morning and flip on dehumidifier before leaving house. This way noise doesn’t bother you.

[@lapislazarus8899]

I like it! I think it has a lot of potential. I would definitely use that patio door light coming in for plants, a decorator's touch and it would be very cozy without being cluttered

[@pinayinarizona2654]

I miss Japan. Been there for 3 months only as a company trainee.(yr 1992) Our small and very old style hotel was kinda haunted.i dont believe those things before but i actually experienced it.the hotel location is so remote.,surrounded by mountains,its in yamadera.yamagata perferture.but Japanese people are so polite,generous and kind.

[@ana_boogie7168]

@Myrah R. Reichert Care to share an experience you had while staying in the haunted hotel?

[@kat35lulu88]

Yes tell us about "the haunting".......

[@wallacesousuke1433]

"Japanese people are so polite,generous and kind." If you're white, ofc

[@wallacesousuke1433]

@@invalleria they won't scream racist slurs on your face but you can bet your butt they'll be talking shit behind your back and pray you leave their country asap. Also, laughs in Japanese-only apartments and houses.

[@bicycles-as-far-as-im-aliv5725]

Very nice compact apartment. ❤️ it! Plus I like how the toilet is separate from the bathroom - if won’t be a problem sharing toilet with a housemate. Also I like the way the door closes softly unlike doors in N. America that close loud

[@SRHMorbid]

I love how most homes out of the states have drains in there bathrooms and kitchens, so much easier for moping I've talked my husband into installing them for me.

[@justinkedgetor5949]

I know you commented 8 months ago. But how did those drains work out? 🤔

[@zzyzxy1]

I love Japan but i don't think i could ever get used to living in such a small place Good for you 👍👍👍

[@inkenhafner7187]

The kitchen is way too small. But the rest is plenty of space for a single person!

[@larajones175]

I couldn't get used to it either. Even The man said it took some getting used to.

[@theelizardqueen]

I would kill for this place, much better than renting a room for the same price. But I love my privacy at home and leave my house a lot so I guess it depends on the person

[@ruya789]

@@theelizardqueen I lived in a 1 family home and also with tenant in a 2 family home. leaving the house to travel, knowing someone is there is always a safer feeling. This apartment is small but the only downside is small kitchen. Everything else is ok

[@annemarie8483]

This was really interesting. You showed things and explained them in a thoughtful manner. Mundane things that most folks wouldn't think to explain. If one had to live there for any length of time, one better learn Japanese! Lol. I've always admired Japan's detail oriented way of living. Very well thought out. I can't get over how clean the building structure is and there is nothing out of place, no errant piece of refuse laying anywhere, blowing plastic shopping bags or rust on anything. There's nothing that would suggest, don't touch this or you'll get infected with something or other. The OCD person's dream. AND everything electronic works! No leaking water, mold, pealing whatevers. Just lovely. I could totally live there. 😊

[@felixcat9318]

Did everyone notice that not a single bicycle left parked outside had a high security anti-theft lock attached to it or actually locking it! In what other countries would such a thing be possible, certainly none that I can think of! That apart, what a lovely space this apartment is, with everything one could need (apart from a dedicated clothes drier).

[@prime8nate]

People buy cheap commuter bikes that are kind of a dime a dozen that they leave outside. A nice road or mountain bike they’d bring inside if they can. The humidity is rough on bikes in terms of rust. But yeah there isn’t much bike theft.

[@ohduana6746]

This is common in Europe specifically Sweden and Denmark. You'd have to be plugged into the bicycle culture there to understand there's no need for bike locks. People just park their bikes among the sea of parked bikes and don't worry about theft.

[@melissaisrael3905]

Korea is also like that.

[@marilynwillett804]

Fine but did you know Japanese men order blow up sex dolls which resemble little girls bodies, not women. Morality is not the reason if bikes aren't stolen.

[@felixcat9318]

@@marilynwillett804 You appear to be far more knowledgeable about the sexual practices of some Japanese men than I. I understand that there is popular Japanese cultural enthusiasm for apparent 'schoolgirls', and that these images are widespread in that country. You mention Japanese men purchasing sex dolls and that it isn't due to morality that unattended, unsecured bicycles are not stolen. However, one activity is a completely lawful act carried out consensually by the person ordering the doll, and the other is an illegal act of criminality, carried out against an innocent person whom did not consent to their bicycle being stolen! I cannot understand why anyone would want to own an inflatable sex toy instead of having an adult sexual relationship with a woman, but provided that their actions are lawful, its not an issue. I doubt that a forum post on unattended, unlocked bicycles is the place to discuss the sexual preferences of some Japanese men to order sex dolls or to use that information to judge the morals of potential Japanese bicycle thieves...

[@rosebudadkins6803]

Thanks, for the tour. Very interesting, the Japanese are thrifty. Great features! Wow! Amazing to have your things left alone or returned to you. Enjoy, your time and make fond memories.

[@janettawallace3722]

Just seeing your video. Nice apt for 400 dollars. It is rather cozy inside. Wish we had apts like that here. Happy life to you.

[@tammymcguire4991]

These cute small apartments are good for those young ones whom leave home to start out. Nice & simple. Loved your vid🌹educational & Ty for sharing

[@supposedly1-2]

That stove is an Induction stove it takes a certain kind of pan to make it work and its what most Japanese apartments have that are newer. also you are supposed to use that water going into the toilet to wash your hands thereby making use of the water before it goes down the toilet to be used for waste. it is clean water just like you get in other sinks. ive never lived in japan but i do watch a lot of these videos so those things i am sure of. :)

[@matthewfairley4101]

Unless I am being too nosey why are you in Japan. It looks like you are a character in an anime.

[@xaraxen]

Induction stove only works with cookware that magnets can stick to.

[@matthewfairley4101]

@@xaraxen only the base needs to be magnetic the rest of the pan can be aluminium or any other non magnetic metal.

[@designbyandrews3191]

So true Ollie.

[@Kathy-zx5bu]

Thank you. I could easily live in your apartment. Very well organized.

[@oliviarinaldi5963]

Fascinating to see how innovative the Japanese people can be. Love the apartment, but I'd never make it as I'm a pack rat, lol.

[@cathleencavanaugh8351]

Also regular sized people would have a hard time maneuvering in such a small space. Forget having any company . or a roommate

[@stevenmassey7586]

I think we tend to fill up whatever size quarters we have !

[@BRADYSGIRLxox]

I've always wanted to move to Japan. It's very beautiful over there.

[@jamesmiller9515]

It lies along a subduction zone...most dangerous kind of plate boundary for Earthquakes...

[@Thomas63r2]

Wow, very interesting. Japan has the best toilets. With all the bicycles just parked without locks it’s obviously low crime. Nice overall.

[@peterblake3062]

Nearly every ordinary bicycle has a rear wheel lock built in. Primitive, but works for deterring casual drunken salaryman theft.

[@ladybug6055]

Hello, Japan I be praying for your people down their. Hope everyone is well and safe and healing be taken over due to this covid-19 that has hit the world. May love, peace protection and most heart talking about the best for everyone under the sky in your land. I think about your country alot and sometimes visit people who share videos about their talents and gift on youtube as well. It's very entertaining by the way seeing gifted people around the world. May your encouragement be safe as well, your children, your family and your nations. Fr one heart in America to the good heart's deserving of prayer for change, love and goodness. Amen

[@deneseweatherby7378]

Amen

[@miaslifestartedat50]

This is great example of what one needs, verses what one wants! Great video!😊

[@larajones175]

True . I need a big bed And don't want a small apartment.

[@kimleone5496]

This would be great for singles in there US, especially college students and young adults starting on their own. Might be an option for older adults who are very active elsewhere. Would be claustrophobic for me, but I don't get out much

[@WhatIsThis-zq4hk]

agreed. the problem is that it's illegal to build these in most US cities. it's ridiculous.

[@TheChloe1331]

@@WhatIsThis-zq4hk It's not ridiculous. These are s**cide inducing and would drive most people crazy. Just imagine being trapped in this during a lockdown, it would be like prison. Bet the door closes automatically too

[@WhatIsThis-zq4hk]

@@TheChloe1331 if that’s true for you then don’t live there. People like me would be perfectly happy there. Just give people options. Homelessness is also suicide inducing

[@rafael314719]

@@WhatIsThis-zq4hk true, I thought it looked like a nice place to live by yourself, the complex looks safe, there's enough space inside with all the appliances one might actually use on a daily/weekly basis, price is not that high either, could live there and be happy with no problem.

[@imselfaware419]

@@TheChloe1331 So you would rather pay 1,000$+ for a shittier apartment, that mostly have worse neighbor hoods and scenery? Okay pal, you can quit the clown act.

[@marthajones1630]

Thank you for sharing. I lived there for 3 years 1996-1999. I literally cried when I got on the bus to take us to Naruto airport. If I could found someone to sponsor me I would have stayed,. My husband was military and I knew that someone else sponsoring me was not about to happen. Once you become acclimated, you fall in Love with Japan--- the people and the land, customs, etc. You really brought extreme joy to my heart as you shared info and tour of your apartment, which the Japanese called "Mansions" at the time. Blessings to you. Again, THANK YOU!!!😍

[@LaurieTrammell]

That's an adorable little apartment, especially for $400 a month! I just watched a video with a girl bragging about her apartment, and you could have fit the entire thing in your bedroom! And she had to buy her washing machine! She was thrilled about having a door to her bedroom! If you ask me, she got totally ripped off!!!

[@earthn1447]

Fascinating - we have a lot to learn from the Japanese!

[@janefryer6750]

You are a lovely,polite and respectful young man! I bet the elderly neighbours love you! Yes, definitely buy them a small gift! Thanx for your video! Simple living is grounding for us as humans and balances our minds and 💕 🥰

[@AngelGarcia-oe9xz]

I love this setup. I wish small American apartments were setup like this. It’s so efficient in many ways

[@Nina-rj4nu]

Seriously? The water above the toilet is clean. By having it above/on the toilet, it not only saves space but the used water fills the tank and is flushed with the next use. The water is used twice thereby not just saving space, but saving water and helping our planet. It is ingenious and I think the world should have more. Very safe to wash your hands sweetie. I am only writing this now in case anyone with one of these types of toilets was also wondering. It's been seven years, I'm sure this young man has moved on. 😃

[@GinaKayLandis]

This video was just suggested to me today, though it was made 5 years ago. Lots of questions in the comments, I hope the video creator comes back to answer or say hello! I am going to find out the cost for building such apartments here in the US. Lots of people transitioning due to divorce, being widowed, or empty nest. 1 bedroom houses are selling quickly, especially if in good condition. I can imagine these units, if altered a bit for US tastes, would be reserved quickly by new tenants.

[@victoriadeaton4432]

Great idea Gina! Places for the homeless while transitioning to working 🤔

[@janetruggles8708]

I would rent at this price, even if it was just like this. Age 69💖👍

[@gabe-po9yi]

If you made it a 55+ community, you wouldn’t have to worry about not getting rent paid or much crime. The units would be snatched up like hotcakes. Can’t beat affordable and safe.

[@Belamom1]

Gina build it in Central New Jersey. Please!

[@mariew4422]

We need this in NYC you'd slowly with work become a millionaire no shit. We pay 1000+ just for a room so imagine what we'd pay for this. You'd have year long wait lists & always another project to be developing.all seriousness

[@Taurus_Dragon]

The drying the shower area also can be used to dry your clothes as well when drying off the shower room at the same time when it's not hot enough outside to dry them.

[@alize0623]

Love a complex like this for young people starting out! Definitely something the states needs to follow suit in. Young people no longer have affordable housing without rich parents’ help

[@anyabar1987]

People in general don't really have access to affordable housing in most areas

[@iwasnet]

Nicht nur für junge Leute auch für ältere Leute , für die nach der Abbuchung der Miete nur noch wenig Geld übrig ist.

[@Idelia412]

I lived in Japan. Everything is small over there. A true crackerbox palace!

[@larajones175]

I'm claustrophobic. Not for me. Respecting the ones who can.

[@larajones175]

Even Hobbits have bigger homes 😏.

[@theheadguy1212]

Would it be weird if I said this would be my dream living space? If I won the lottery or something I’d build a little house styled as tiny Japanese apartments. It’s just so compact which makes me feel snug. Plus, cleaning would be pretty easy.

[@cathrynpippen6561]

I like your place . It is not a tiny apartment as you say . You keep it nice and clean .

[@tqrlv2nt3]

everything in japan is so well built and well maintenance.

[@skybluemoon8768]

See how he locked the door while he is in the apartment all day Pro tip EVERYONE should do this so no one can just Run up in your home

[@shudoy9386]

Everybody watching everything else. Me: The road, floor. CLEAN

[@larajones175]

Responsible and respectful is a wonderful thing.

[@aliciafrazer2773]

this place has so much storage!!!!

[@larajones175]

Lmbo.

[@scottg6754]

400 is a bargain for most any apartment in the US. Actually I can't remember the last time I heard of a rental of 400.

[@sheilaarmistead7888]

Imagine a $400 efficiency apartment that was clean and in a safe neighborhood. This no longer exists in the United States.

[@imselfaware419]

America shit

[@fayphillips3442]

I think the camera for the front door is so cool i really like this apartment

[@rpach3023]

pretty nice for 4 bills. I pay 400 a week in Waikiki for a studio not much bigger than that. very similar set up. just a bigger living area and a lanai that overlooks the beach. thanks for showing such a great little apartment. more than enough for the traveler looking to spend some time in Japan.

[@rikaft7355]

Wow you really answered all my confusion and all my questions. I was so confused where to put a trash can and now i know! Also i was confused where to put my chair cause i want to fold my table so i can sleep by windows. But now u cleared that up! And here i am at 3 am searching and found ur vids!! There is a lot of confusion about trash bag but u show us the trash disposal and now i know how, also about the fridge I thought it was small but watching ur vid made me rethink it. Thanks man!!

[@peterdsouza1259]

I want to visit this great country once

[@jeffhoward9186]

Yes, the water that is used in the toilet is used to wash your hands. It is the same water you use for the washer, kitchen/bathroom sink and shower/tube. If you want to save money, you can use the bath tube water to fill the washing machine. Remember it is still clean water after a bath.

[@TheJimprez]

Individual rooms, with shared accommodations for students and singles are going about 350-500$ a month here. So its not bad, really. I pay 900$ for a small 1 bedroom in Canada. So WE are the crazy ones.

[@idfkas]

in california a 1 bedroom is going for upwards of $2,000. Same for a studio. Literally impossible to live on your own here. Really sad. It’s always been expensive but after these pass 2 years it’s going up and up.

[@amb600cd0]

@@idfkas does not help that all the rich people buy all the land to rent it so everyone is forced to rent too

[@amyleader]

Currently paying 1400 for a 1 bedroom in Florida😭💀

[@LivinginAlaska]

I have been to japan several times. The sink above the toilet is made to wash your hands and conserve water by then using that for flushing your toilet. Very nice apartment for the cost.

[@thereasemiles2943]

Very nice apartment! For it to be small, I'm impressed with all of the updated toilet, shower and many other things. I would like to make a suggestion when it rains outside how you can dry your clothes, since you have that State of the Art Bathroom, take your clothes in that area and press the button to blast the air warm over the floor vent. With all of the power it gives off, your clothes will be dry in no time. Just a thought!

[@recoveringsoul755]

That is probably what the dry mode is for, washer is right there

[@designbyandrews3191]

That is what it’s used for.

[@thereasemiles2943]

@@designbyandrews3191 I thought of it when he was naming each switch.

[@tracykelly6887]

It's a great apartment with tons of potential!

[@maryharvey6909]

I thought gas stoves had open flames and a grate to set the pot on. My stove top looks like yours and it’s electric.

[@RamonaFlowerz]

It sounds so peaceful in the beginning. 🐦

[@abbychoi573]

Just in case anybody doesn't know, bathtubs are not used for actually cleaning or washing your body, they are used for just soaking in and stuff

[@GinaKayLandis]

Yep, thus the reason for the "wet bath" floor drain and separate toilet area.

[@chucklemeister1529]

Way better than the closets you see people renting in NYC!!

[@patraic5241]

The stove top is an induction system. Pure electric.

[@shstar]

Great video. It is so immersive and feels like I was there with you while filming. Great explanation as well. Subbed!!

[@Godivarealness]

It’s so impeccably clean outside, birds chirping, blue sky. I’d love it there

[@buliwyfZrage]

Same. The Apartment is bloody beautiful. Maybe make the Kitchen bit bigger and a litlle bigger Living Room and its perfect.

[@sewforlife5728]

Very interesting to see other countries. I'm from the USA but lived in Canada, UK and France. Loved the UK would moved back there in a heartbeat. I find Japan fascinating and the landscape is beautiful, but couldn't live there. I have claustrophobia I couldn't live in a small space like that. I love to cook and bake and could never manage in that kitchen. Can't be safe to have a electric stove next to a sink can it? I don't like their food either so I'm afraid I would starve...lol I guess that is like what the USA calls a efficiency apartment. $400 seems a fair price but then u have to pay all your utilities. Are they high there?

[@ginnyberg9271]

The water that comes out of the sink above the toilet is definitely clean you should use it and I would definitely help your water bill because I do wish we had that in the United States because we won’t be wasting water on washing your hands and filling the toilet

[@seonadmacleod139]

So lovely to have an insight into your life whilst you were in Japan. My daughter also spent a year in Japan teaching English in a primary school. She loved it and the people. I love that everything is so clean and orderly and the fact that you could leave your bikes outside, not chained up is amazing! We could never do that here in the UK!

[@chloepresley2000]

I was just thinking the same about the bike situation in the UK!

[@frankmiano5266]

If you ever get in a hurry, or just need to wash some clothes, you could dry then in your shower room with your dry fan if its a rainy day!

[@lisakaye2110]

I don't know why all toilets don't have that sink on them! And why would you think that's not fresh water?? Seriously....

[@EastCoastGal66]

It looks and sounds so peaceful 🥰

[@nellgrill3845]

This bldg. Looks like old motel from 1970's.

[@ChocoBabiChan]

The water that comes out the sink is fresh. It goes into the tank to refill the toilet. Also the dryer in the bathroom setting is also to dry clothes. Sorry, lived in Japan for a couple of years.

[@ChocoBabiChan]

Geez I just realized my comment is 5 years too late, so everything I said is pointless now.🤦🏿‍♀️🤣

[@chrisbeaver6305]

Such an awesome apartment!! I'm a minimalist so I love compact apartments. And I love how the shower doubles as a clothes dryer!! I had an exchange student from Japan a few years ago and he said his family dried their clothes in the shower. I always wondered how, now I see. LOL

[@lemurianchick]

I'm glad you've got a good supply of fluoride to calcify your pineal gland! 👍

[@caitlinmary871]

You can use the clean water above the toilet to wash your hands, but you can also put cleaning pucks in them to help keep the toilet clean between washes. Also make sure you get a hair trap for the floor drain and clean it frequently. My classmate didn’t realize she could lift the drain out to clean and hers was disgusting. You also can hang your clothes in the washroom to dry. Also that’s an induction stove, so make sure you buy induction approved cookware or they won’t work. Also make sure you air out your futon and buy a beater to refluff the futon after the fill condenses.

[@ruigamingofficial_yt]

For a boy, your apartment is so clean!💖

[@haileygrey5047]

I don’t wear shoes inside my house, I wear house slippers only worn indoors. You’d be surprised at the reactions I’ve had. I’ve actually had someone scream at and threaten me. I’ve had someone laugh at me and make fun of me because they thought it made no sense to care about the floors my kids play on when I live in a poor area 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@fayewhite7541]

Where I live in Canada it would be very rude to not take off your shoes when entering anyone’s house.

[@재미안더선]

Not everyone in Jamaica does it though, I had a church sis, who was like that, but she wouldn't push you to do it tho

[@Shiro128b]

I would always remove my shoes. Lord only know what you're walking in when you're outside everyday. Especially if you have to use a public toilet.

[@PoptartParasol]

Pretty common practice in europe too. Only place I have seen people walk around the house in their sneakers are American movies and it always made me cringe.

[@designbyandrews3191]

We always take our shoes off and wear slippers or clogs. We request anyone coming in to do the same thing. Maintenance people we offer booties to cover their boots/shoes-most prefer to remove their shoes. I couldn’t imagine not having people remove their shoes.

[@johnmonk66]

Never been to Japan but I know the toilet water on top is clean, it is fresh water refilling the tank.

[@panagiotadrosou5341]

I love your apartment. It's minimal but you have everything you need. I love the Japanese way of thinking and living. Traveling to Japan is a dream to me. Love from Greece 🇬🇷

[@susanwindley9165]

The long warm fan time in the bathroom is to dry your clothes as well as the bathroom. Hang your clothes in there then turn on the fan.

[@ladybug6055]

Love your apartment man looks like Japan is all about butt freshness I wouldn't mind having on of those bad toiles for sure. Nice apartment clean area. Pretty cool electrics.

[@belgiumgirl8970]

Ever since we lived in Hawaii many moons ago, we don’t wear shoes of any kind in our house. I think in Hawaii though it was due to the red (lava) dirt

[@reneeskutt7064]

Thanks so much, very interesting tutorial. We could learn much about simple but comfortable living from the Japanese culture.

[@rayva1]

You know those steel doors they install, you can’t shoot a bullet right through it, and they’re made to withstand strong typhoon weathers. My mom and I rented a $350 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 living room and single dining family home back in Oki, Japan. The only reason being so cheap was because it was a really old house and was situated right in the center of 3 surrounding o-hakas. Sounds creepy, but no noisy neighbors around us. 👍

[@serhansaman]

I was just telling myself again and again like ''I wouldn't be surprised if they were storage cases too'' while you were approaching the staircase of the bed and voila haha. Great video, watching videos like these makes me want to just go to Japan and live there for a couple of months in an apartment like this I hope I can be brave and wealthy enough to actually do that someday!

[@alisondawson5116]

Your unit/room is quite spacious to some that I have seen ~~ some a literally one room and sometimes no bathroom facilities. I think it’s very nice. 🥰🥰🐾🐾🇦🇺🇦🇺xoxox

[@bonobo2go]

Your apartment has huge potential - I can see more storage opportunities. Some lovely dual purpose bits of furniture would go well in there. 🙂

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I grew up in the dairy. Area of new york state, USA. NO SHOES WERE ALLOWED IN MY PARENTS HOUSE EITHER.

[@karlaj.hubbard2851]

I really love that toilet ! I wish I knew how to get one. When they built that apartnent they did an awesome job. A very nice video this fella made. I really enjoyed watching it.🇱🇷🦊🐾

[@annakennedy-conroy3216]

Karla it's called a bidet. Both my bathrooms have them. Several family members have installed them in their houses after visiting mine.

[@heatherkeegan689]

Water and Electric items don't mix but love your apartment Hope you were happy there.

[@valerieohora6648]

A random find of this video. It was a trip down memory lane for me. My eldest son lived and worked in Japan for 5 years and I have visited 4 times. He is married to a delightful Japanese lady (from Osaka) and they have 2 kids, living in Perth, Western Australia....my home town. Their apartments are tiny but functional. Thank you for sharing.

[@fireflyhaku]

This is the same Leopalace 21 apartment I stayed in Ueda, Nagano, except I got ripped off paying over $700 / month. You are lucky. I hope you enjoyed your stay in Japan. What’s your like and dislikes about Japan?

[@designbyandrews3191]

This was a rural area.

[@103george]

I loved this video so much - the apartment is perfect and everything is there anyone could need x thanks for sharing!

[@shaymary5247]

I like it in there! Actually better than some very small houses I've seen there, via KZbin! 😋

[@JulieTobin-Ruszczyk]

Like the "tiny house" I would like to have here in the US. Every sq in. Useful

[@SonshineLady7]

Same here - if I had money to afford to buy/build a tiny house I would enjoy it!!