8 things that make me happy in 2023!

Correction: ON is a Swiss brand! I'm really sorry about that!

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I'd like to introduce you to 8 small items that made me happy the most this year, as well as the top item above all. I'm sure they will bring some happiness for you too, so please watch this video until the end. Ok, let's get started!

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THINGS IN THIS VIDEO:

For someone interested in my things:) As a minimalist, please allow me to introduce you, but only purchase items when you truly need them!

This is not exactly the same one as mine, but I found it on Amazon USA

I use Kindle Paperwhite with holder.

This is also very useful with this Kindle.

This is also useful that when I go travel!

・On Cloud 5 Sneakers（Swiss 🇨🇭brand, not a Swedish 🇸🇪 brand. Sorry about it.）

This is not the exactly the same one as mine, but I found it similar one.

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[SamuraiMatcha]

Correction: ON is a Swiss brand! I'm really sorry about that!

[momdaughtertalk]

“scars make you special” …that is such an inspiring message…more power to your channel!

[josephbyron]

I like how what makes you happy is not the item itself, but the memories and friends they helped you make

[roxii]

You never fail at being the best YouTuber, I've been following you for years and would love to buy from your future books and brands! Every video you make makes me happier and want to improve my life, I feel like I am sharing your trip too! You're Definitely My YouTuber of the year, Aki San!

[AmbrosiaK]

"The wound is the place where the light enters you." ~ Rumi

[dflosounds]

Thank you for sharing! My top 8 items from 2023:
1. *Meditation cushion:* I've always been into meditation, but only occasionally. This was the first year that I did it (almost) every day, and it has had a significant impact on my life.
2. *Folding bike:* I took many beautiful bike rides that helped calm me down and remind me to reconnect with nature.
3. *Mandolin:* I purchased a new mandolin in summer, and have had fun writing music with it.
4. *Ear plugs:* New York City is extremely busy and chaotic. I started wearing earplugs regularly when taking the subway or walking to work and it makes things much more pleasant (don't worry, I can still hear enough to stay safe and alert).
5. *Mindfulness in Plain English (book):* I read so many great books this year, but if I had to choose one as a highlight it would be this one by Bhante Gunaratana.
6. *Oven:* Baking has become a hobby for me. I love making cakes, working with dough by hand, and the way my apartment smells when I use the oven.
7. *Yoga mat:* I've gotten into a routine of 15 minutes of easy yoga every morning. It helps get me out of bed and is slowly healing injuries I have in my muscles.
8. *Bluetooth earbuds:* I work in a noisy office, so I got a pair of earbuds to listen to music while I work. I'm so much more focused when I use them.

It's been a very transformative year for me. Looking forward to 2024. Thanks for all of your inspiring videos!

[Earthy-Artist]

Hi Aki, I hope your safe and OK, I just heard about the earthquake in Japan. I'm not sure which region you live in I hope you weren't affected by it. My prayers for the people in Japan who were affected.

[claudialella]

I've heard about the earthquake, hope you and you're family are all right 🙏

[Mialuvsveggies]

I've recently been learning about Sashiko mending to bring new life to worn clothing. It strikes me similar to Kintsugi but with fabrics rather than pottery. I like the idea of mending/repairing and personalizing treasured items.

[helencourtauld]

the Uk too have been repairing their ceramics for hundreds of years, though I think we mostly did riveting with iron, brass, twine or silver, -you're tea bowl is now even more lovely and definately brings happiness to me personally-Happy New Year for 2024

[maureenlayden]

Thank you Teacher Aki-San, may you have even more exciting journeys to share and enjoy next year…Blessings to you!❤️

[camilyarjona]

Aki! The number one choice is YOU. You are priceless. Not the things. Thank you for sharing your lifestyle and message. ❤

[ChaiTogether]

Aki, i truly needed to hear that the scars make us special. Beautiful way to close the year. ❤ blessings

[__..]

I'll Kintsugi myself from now on.. LOVVVED
Loved the matcha and the kindle as well. 💚🍉

[monikamarsollek]

Hi, Aki, our Danish friends are ceramic artists and made all our pottery. As our girl friend already passed away, every single thing is even more appreciated, so we repair all bowls and cups and use them again. Maybe for other purposes, but they stay with us. This repair set is totally in my sense… though I like all the things you showed. All the best for 2024, stay happy, healthy and curious, love, Monika❣

[jilliandemeri]

dear AKI I see that it's a NEW YEAR for you and I wish you so many happy days ! each and everyone of them ! In such a short time 
(just a WEEK) you have helped me to return to a joY that I used to feel more often ! I wish to THANK YOU for being who you are and sharing it with uS!I have much more id like to write at another time my toilet is SQUEAKY clean and I nearly laugh each morning as I enjoy cleaning it ! AND it has already brought me good luck ! LOVE the language and ZEN way you live all the best, Jillian. 2024
('24 almost here too:) I live North of Boston )

[patricia]

I so appreciate your kindness and gratitude towards life!
Such Loved energy!! The world needs more of you!!! ❤
Thank you 🙏🌈🎋

[kyraky]

I love your videos so much. Whenever I feel low and heavy they make me feel light again. They remind me of the sweat joys of life there are to experience and it inspires me to keep trying

[johnsonrojo]

I bought my first matcha set because of you and It arrived 2 days ago. It is part of my routine now as it feels like I’m meditating in a way. The process is kind of healing and soothing as I think of all the benefits of drinking matcha. Thank you so much and I look forward to your 2024 videos 🙏

[debswall]

Best wishes for your home country today! 🙏🏽