10 Things I DON’T OWN OR BUY as a Minimalist (updated)

ABOUT THIS VIDEO:
Hi, I'm Aki, a minimalist who is a school teacher living in a small village in Japan.

In a previous video, I introduced “10 Things I DON’T OWN OR BUY as a Minimalist”.

Today, I’d like to introduce an updated list of 10 more things I don’t own or buy as a Minimalist.

This video is for those who want to learn tips to become a minimalist as well as make your life simple and healthier.

So Let's get started!

WHO AM I:
Welcome to samurai matcha journey! I'm Aki, a minimalist, kimono style school teacher in Japan. I make videos about my usual life in really country side of Japan. You can enjoy beautiful scenery, learn about Japan, and pick up some interesting lifestyle tips.

RROSUCTS（Amazon USA）:
I tried to find products that is similar to my items on amazon in the USA.

　BD103 =Temperature Rating 5℃
　Mine is BD104 =Temperature Rating 3℃
　This is not mine, but iwachu is one of the famous brand in Japan;-D
　I can't find mine, but it's like this. It's important that bag can be closed tightly.
I can't find my tatami floor, but these ones look nice! a bit expensive...

PRODUCTS(Japanese site):

I'm sorry that I can't find all, but I hope it'll help you.

WHAT I LIKE:
Minimal lifestyle
Matcha
Kimono
Anime(Ghibli)
Japanese food

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[PULAG]

Just started my minimalist lifestyle, got rid of my family to save space and money. Doing good so far this is sweet

[robinfarrar]

Sometimes I feel like people get the wrong idea about being a minimalist. It’s not about getting rid of ‘things’ just because you don’t NEED them to survive…Which can be the general attitude coming off of some people. It’s about keeping/buying things that you will actually use AND HAVE ENJOYMENT FROM.

[aichohvee]

I am a maximalist and I love it; nothing makes me happier than having a cosy home with everything I like on display. So this doesn't appeal to me at all, but it is interesting to see someone who lives on the other side of the spectrum.

[iwatodye]

This feels like a great guide for people with allergies. I think many people will find that eliminating spaces that collect dust (uncovered books, exposed clothes) or dirt (carpets and rugs) easily, or things that irritate the skin (fabric softener, fabrics that don't get washed as often as they should like sofa cushions) will make their bodies feel better due to how much cleaner their living space is, even if they don't think they have allergies. Not to mention how much easier it is to keep on top of cleaning! EDIT: You're gonna pry my rice cooker out of my cold, dead hands though.

[exploringallgenres]

Me and my 5 bookshelves let out a collective gasp when he said no bookshelves. Honestly though, this is a very inspiring video. Your apartment is so neat and clean. I've been decluttering for a while but still have a ways to go, but I always feel great every time I get rid of something I no longer need or want.

[HellenaHanbasquet]

As a librarian I cried a little on the inside hearing your first tip. As someone trying desperately to declutter and minimalize my life, I love how you store the books you have.

[monicarosebloom]

You know you don't have to be a minimalist or want to be a minimalist to appreciate some of the points here. Taking the fabric softener and paper towel for example, helping the environment in such a small way, it's a really great idea

[janetrobinson]

1. Book shelve
2. Forks
3. Mats/rugs
4. couch
5. Fabric softener
6. Paper towels
7. Music speakers
8. Rice cooker
9. Vacuum sweeper
10. Laundry bag

[debranielsen]

I could never be happy hiding my books away, they give me too much joy. But each to his own. I am slowly trying to get rid of the excess, and it’s embarrassing to realize how much there is.

[jinhan]

Upon retirement, I looked at my house and realized I had too many things. So I got rid, donated or recycled about 45% of stuff. I still think I can get rid of more stuff. The house looks pretty bare but it works for me. I have 2 dogs who shed so I have to vacuum every day !. I will adopt your fabric softener recipe.
This minimalistic approach extended to food buying and better selection of what I need. No red meat, chicken or fish twice a week, no dairy. I make my own bread and grow fine herbs, strawberries in my garden. This is so liberating.
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[vitcermak]

Note to the fabric softener - the store bought softener also tends to build a layer of slime inside your washing machine over time, which then allows growth of mold. So not using that also removes the trouble of mold inside your washing machine and having to clean the washing machine.

[estrellacasias]

I'm a cluttercore girl. Maximimalism to the fullest. Walls covered in posters, magazine clippings, and articles, several shelves filled with books and old kids meal toys and vintage figurings but something about watching minimalists is so mind blowing and entertaining. I love seeing people be so fulfilled with only the necessities.

[Adventureswithj]

I love that he has very few possessions, and yet he still has a ukulele. As a ukulele player myself, I think he has the right priorities! 🎶

[alexandrumacari]

Man, you took minimalism to a new level. A level not every minimalist would be willing to rise to.

[linde]

I remember visiting my father in Thailand with his Thai wife and her family. It was so inspiring to me to just sit on the floor for eating, drinking and talking. It makes cleaning up very fast and easy and you can get together spontaneously, no matter how many people drop by.

[gingerblack]

when I was a child around seven and a half I meant a family who live down on the end of the block. They were first-generation Japanese. I grew up in the area with their daughter is my best friend. I spent a great deal of time at their house it began to incorporate some of these things you speak of into my life. thank you for reminding me of how much joy these people brought me and the fact that I truly miss their daily input in my life.

[Nick-vcdx]

The fact that he got all these items like a sofa in his room just to show for like 10sec is amazing

[alexandriamoreno]

when we bought an rv and had to go through our four bedroom two bathroom house and get rid of 75% of our stuff was the most freeing feeling I ever felt. It’s like the more stuff we had the more stress I had. I love being a minimalist now. Everything we own we pretty much use on a weekly basis.

[adamcastorp]

What I don't like about minimalism is that, in many cases, it requires more thought, planning, and - ultimately - worry to practice it then to just follow the path of least resistance and accrue things like everybody else does. Plus, when you find yourself in the situation where you require something you didn't plan for, it's suddenly a huge problem. For example: a guest comes over, and you don't have a couch or a comfortable chair, so he's relegated to the uncomofortable wooden stool for several hours.

[EmzaO]

I'm slowly but surely downgrading my things. It always makes my brain feel more free, almost instantly. I don't think I'll ever be a minimalist, realistically, but I love seeing your videos and learning how I can simplify my life