Japanese Minimalist: extreme Room Makeover for a Simple and Happy Life - Before & After

In this video, I'm going to introduce the Before & After of my new room and some tips for a simple happy life:)

0:48 Desk Area
3:43 Foor
5:15 Trivia: The year-end cleaning
5:42 Closet
6:34 Open Wardrobe
7:08 Plants
7:33 Curtains
7:56 Lighting
8:42 Conclusion: Your Room is Your Personal Sanctuary

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・Epidemic Sound

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[TeriHargraveartist]

I can feel the good vibes of this room through the screen :)

[Auritilien]

I'm more of a maximalist, but I love the serenity minimalist spaces can have. I get a similar feeling when looking at the things I've gathered and treasured, letting my eyes wander from the framed pictures on the walls. :)

[xtinafusco]

Love this, what an improvement! I cleared out my childhood room a few years ago - in America, we have too much space (basements, attics, coat closets) which means more places for mindless hoarding!! Took forever to clear it out, but felt so great when it was done!!

[dflosounds]

I always appreciate your honesty and willingness to show us when things get cluttered in your living space. It's a reminder that everyone is human, even a minimalist YouTuber! My favorite technique is limiting the amount of space that something is allowed to take up (like you do with your books). That makes a big difference for me!

[arussellturner]

I’ve been watching for a while and I just want to say: I hope you feel proud of what you’ve done with this YouTube channel. You’ve put in a lot of hard work learning English, editing, coming up with video ideas…etc. Way to go!

[mechellelingon]

I have watched this video for 5 times now., I can't stop imagining how it feels to live in Aki's room.Hmmmm, why am I thinking of getting rid of my bed, old working table and cabinet? 😅 I love how the room turns into a simple and calm space.

[JigglyBees]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom and love for minimalism. Today I cleaned out my childhood bedroom after 7 years of leaving it untouched. I was absolutely shocked by all the stuff I had kept. I ended up donating around 80%, throwing away 10% and keeping the other 10%. For the record I have over 300 books, around 150 DVDs, countless plushies and things I was afraid to throw away because they had been gifted to me.

I took your advice of keeping stuff practical and stuff that brought me joy (e.g. a birthday card my parents gave me when I was 12). I feel so free and whilst I do have a long way before I could ever be considered a minimalist, you have taught me so much stuff over the last year I've been following you. As a result, I am able to keep on top of general housework (which was hard for me because of my ADHD and the clutter I owned), my spending habits have got so much better and I was able to take my first vacation this year which I was never able to do because I would always spend my money on clutter.

Whilst its not perfect, I can honestly say the quality of my life has vastly improved over the last year from following your advice and watching your content. Thank you so much Aki, I wish you the best 2024 possible!!!

[TaurusMoon-hupd]

Lovely, peaceful, soothing and simple! Thank you!💗

[CarolGasses]

Good point made about limiting storage space. Space restrictions encourage intentional storage rather than justifying collecting more belongings.

[jameszukel]

Its so perfect! Good care and minimum objects make your room look 2 times big.

[ShinoB]

Really loved your older desk - it had lots of character and practicality.

[mch-aka]

Love your content! It's always a cultural learning experience (because you're a great teacher!) and such a refreshing space.

[PrepperRapperFairy]

prayed for Matcha and all of Japan because of the Earthquake.. thank you for teaching me more about the beautiful Japanese culture - i love you all so much !

[cyphermage]

Yes! My room is my personal sanctuary 😊 The world is very loud, bright, busy and stressful, so I really need a space where I can hide away and recharge my batteries.

I just wish I could get the mess under control 😣 Motivation is so damn hard when you're chronically depressed.

I force myself to keep it clean and tidy - no leaving rubbish or dishes or laundry lying around, bed gets made, the floor gets vacuumed, etc.

But I just have way too much crap crammed into it.

I know I'd be happier if I got rid of a bunch of it (or at least stored what I don't use regularly in the garage), but I'm just too overwhelmed to really make a dent in it.

So I watch organising and decluttering videos on youtube and admire other people's rooms instead, lol.

[morepages]

I love your room Aki. I noticed that you have several books, one of them by Thich Nhat Hanh, who I am a fan of ❤ Would you ever consider making a video about books you like?

[rebeccal.]

Thanks for sharing and it gives me some inspiration as well. Glad you are ok after the earthquake hit Japan too. Hope everyone has a chance to heal and move forward as well after the quake.. Take care and be safe.

[valerierogers]

I like bamboo too, and wicker. So light and natural. Cumbersome furniture and drapes are heavy on the eye and mind.

[dm]

I lived in Japan for some time and got so used to having tatami and minimal furniture that I ordered some for my apartment upon moving back to the US. My room is set up just like yours here, complete with the small non-tatami space for the simple work desk and chair! Love it.

[Earthy-Artist]

I'm so happy you've posted a new video I was concerned about you after hearing there was an earthquake in Japan. Your new room is nice, it looks warmer and more inviting. You have kind parents for letting you live at their home again, mine kicked me out of theirs at a very young age.

[tikoy]

Awesome job reorganizing your room. Simple and functional.