1. Make your room into a resort of heart 2.Improve your gut health 3.Picking up trash in the morning 4.Trying to say hello first 5.Cleaning in the toilet in the morning 6.Complimenting yourself in front of the mirror 7.Finding your IKIGAI 8.Leave the curtains open 9.Morning yoga 10. Morning walk
The Buddha said You always have more than enough conditions to be happy I’m grateful for my eyes which allow me to watch this video And for my hands which allow me to click on the link I’m grateful to you for making the video and making me feel happy And I’m grateful to all the people watching this and wanting to contribute to the collective happiness of the world! So if we are grateful for the things we have, AND WE HAVE ALOT!, then we will be very happy
I watch your vlogs whenever I feel low and depressed, it helps boost my energy and get back to life again. And also, started decluttering my things, keeping those items that are essentials to me right now. Keep inspiring.
Hi Aki, thank you for sharing! Good points! Today I woke up and ALMOST was in a bad mood… for some reasons, including back pain and rain. But then I remembered that the sticky weather has been a challenge the whole week and gardening was very tiring. So I opened the windows and the terrace door and enjoyed the fresh air. With my first cup of tea I noticed your video and after watching I was happy to remember how many ikigais I have like knitting, crocheting, cooking, playing guitar and ukulele, singing, gardening, walking, yoga, learning languages… and I had a good laugh about improving my mood by cleaning the toilet and picking up trash on my walk… well, I’ll give it a try! The other points I follow more or less, but you can always improve, right? I’m glad one of your ikigais is making videos … love from Germany, Monika❣
Okay, so straight talk - I was feeling pretty low when I started watching this video; I'm going through a really hard time in my life right now. But you, your tips, and your sweet, positive attitude helped put a smile on my face. I feel inspired to try some of these tips, even as my life is currently chaotic. Thank you for being you 💙
You are the only channel I watch Aki. For a long time now I have had my entire feed and recommended videos turned off so I can’t see anything when I go on RUclips, but you are the only one I end up typing in the search bar! Your sincerity, discipline, joy, and wisdom are a true inspiration to everyone here.
When I first heard you recommend to clean the toilet every morning, I thought it was a little odd… but I tried it anyway. This was about three months ago and I’ve done it every day since… because it really does make me feel great! You are inspirational and I’m so glad I found your channel ❤
Making coffee is one of my Ikigai. I hand grind my beans (the aroma is wonderful) and use a pour over method. It is very hands on and makes for a far more satisfying cup of coffee than if it was just brewed in a machine and taken as a beverage of convenience.
I listened to an audiobook that went into ikigai and it talked about the long life of the residents of a specific part of Okinawa. I was very envious when I heard about their senior community, because we don't have anything like that for people here in the U.S. They had a senior center in their town and it had scheduled activities most (or all) days, plus people just gathered there to talk or play games--whatever they wanted to do. And every month, they did a civic works project, like picking up trash, or planting flowers in common areas, or doing maintenance on the public parks and playgrounds. Old people lose the will to live when they no longer feel like they have a purpose, and/or they feel alone. That's why I envied the people in that village their very active senior community. It's very depressing to be an old person here. One of the people they interviewed was a man who was, if I remember correctly, in his 90's. His ikigai was to get up every morning and stand in his front garden and wave to the schoolchildren on their way to school and encourage them to do their best. And I think he did the same when they were coming home, telling them they did a good job. He knew all of them by name and he felt that they relied on him to get their day started right, so that motivated him to get up every morning and keep going. It did wonders for his health and I imagine everyone loved feeling like they had an extra grandpa watching out for them.
I am doing a presentation for my office. I love that concept of Ikigai! I am going to add that in on my presentation! Your videos make me happy and I always learn something valuable!
I have been working lately on how to increase my mood and noticed that tracking your mood several times a day is also a good way to notice what triggers bad moods or good moods. For example one of my Ikigai is Yoga I practice daily, it makes me feel so good that if I happen to miss a day I feel bad about it and Try to catch on the next days. Blessings.
I occasionally compliment myself when I run into myself in the mirror around the house, now I see here you mention it as a habit that boosts ones mood. Thank you for your insightful content, Aki.💫💫
I have a genuine question- can u make a video about how you stay positive when ur sad? Or down? You are so positive but what i love about ur videos is how real u are. How do u handle those moments?
Any day with a new video of Samurai Matcha is a good day. Thank you for your videos. My house looks so tidy and my toilet is very clean now! It has created a positive impact that goes beyond my own house and now I help other people and I cheer them up too. Also, my back does not hurt since I started sleeping on a futon and sitting on the floor so we can say that Japanese culture helps me be healthier and to stay fit. Japanese people address me as Natto-san, because I am Nat. I wonder how my sensei can stay serious without laughing. My name in Spain also sounds like "cream". So I have decided to add a middle name that does not sound like food. Teal, ティール, which means 鴨の羽色 (kamo no ha-iro), duck's feather colour. If I go to Japan people can call me ティール or maybe Natsu, since I was born in the summer. Aki-san, your English seems to have gotten even better. I hope one day my Japanese will be even a little bit as good. ありがとう ございます. おかげさまで げんきです
one thing that improves my mood is watching your videos. hey Aki can you do a video on your physical training routine. like yoga stretches and exercices you do
This is a different type of update, but the other minimalist video, I've almost cleaned 1/2 of my room! It's looking so much simpler now! I'm so happy. Still, there's the big task of cleaning my wardrobe, but I'll get to it. (eventually..) I also watched this free documentary on RUclips called 'The Minimalists' and I think I understand now! If I start sleeping on a mat, it's because of you 😂🫶🏿 thank you, again! Love your content 🩷🩷🩷🩷
I always feel better after watching your videos. I cleaned my room for example, and openened the curtains. your outlook reminds me that even though I'm struggling, I have reasons to be optomistic as well. thank you.
Here in New Jersey, it is common for us to say hi when passing people while walking in neighborhoods. I do it constantly and it is a nice thing to greet one another. Some of the things on this list I know you have mentioned several times, but it is always good to be reminded. I like that you want to compliment yourself in some way when you look in the mirror.
I was really looking forward to your new video. I so need your positive atmosphere that you create! Thank you for this interesting video and for sharing a nice, positive atmosphere!
Haven't watched a video of yours in a few months now and that's the first one I see after a long time. I was so impressed by your accent! You have done so much improvement with your english! Congratulations!
I love your channel! There’s always something I can apply to my life to make it better. I used to clean the toilets at places I go, just because I’m a clean freak, but now I also know is a good practice for luck.
Thanks for your video. I love it. I want to share a habit that my 10 years old son has this Summer holidays. Everyday when he wakes up, over 8.00 am, he dress himself quickly and run to the park where is a spot in the trees, and there he feeds the ravens (with foods for birds, not any food) and being a little with them. He does this before another thing like breakfast. He is trying to do it in the same spot at the same time. With this habit he is dressed and in the forest very soon in the morning everyday, so its good.
All the time i was very curious about people and culture of Japan. But i didn’t know much now through your vedios i can learn about Japan .. Thank you a lot Samurai Matcha
The tips you gave definitely contribute to calming yourself, which gives you more attention to apply to outside things. Overcoming obstacles generates happiness. More attention you have to apply to things, the better able you are to solve things. Nice video.
Hi Aki, thank you for the positive video! 🙏 I would be really interested in a video detailing your workout regime. It's clear that you get good results with it 🙂
Respect from India. Watching your Vdos regularly for quite sometime. The way you beam with full smile cherishes my day and elevate the spirit. Good and keep posting yr virtues
This is a video I will watch and rewatch, something I do with many of your videos. You enhance my life. Thank you. My Ikigai is writing and this will help me to believe in a project I am working on.
Hi, great samurai! Always in a great mood! Thank you for boosting my sunday morning! By the way, I'm planning visiting Japan next year in April! I have to thank you helping me make that decision with your videos! Have a great weekend! See you next video!
Thank you for your amazing videos ❤ I have a tough period of my life now, and I hope that all the small things that you're talking about will help me to get through it, I'm trying to do it every day and feel a bit happier each time I do it)
Aki I appreciate your videos so much. I started doing almost the same morning & evening routines you recommend and I feel so happy and peaceful. I have a question- maybe an idea for a future video: how can I maintain consistency with my habits. I’m doing great now but I fear once the newness wears off, I’ll stop doing my good habits. 🩷🙏
Hello Aki, I am always waiting excitingly for your videos. Your speech and life lessons always make me look at daily life in different perspective. And it does help me a lot ❤🙏
Great video. Number 8 and 10 - I start my morning walk when Sun isn't up yet and sleep with my windows open. It usually comes up when I'm 1/2 done. LOL
1. Make your room into a resort of heart
2.Improve your gut health
3.Picking up trash in the morning
4.Trying to say hello first
5.Cleaning in the toilet in the morning
6.Complimenting yourself in front of the mirror
7.Finding your IKIGAI
8.Leave the curtains open
9.Morning yoga
10. Morning walk
Cleaning in the toilet in the morning? 🤔😄
The Buddha said
You always have more than enough conditions to be happy
I’m grateful for my eyes which allow me to watch this video
And for my hands which allow me to click on the link
I’m grateful to you for making the video and making me feel happy
And I’m grateful to all the people watching this and wanting to contribute to the collective happiness of the world!
So if we are grateful for the things we have, AND WE HAVE ALOT!, then we will be very happy
ah yes, but he didn't say anything video's and links. haha
The Buddha is the hands which click and the link itself 🙏🏼 lol
Dear Aki.
The short time I spend with you online always brings joy into my day.
Your bright personality is highly infectious.
@@peteresher4580 Thank you so much🥹
Aki is the most positive guy on the planet. How could anyone not be happy watching his channel! 🥰
I watch your vlogs whenever I feel low and depressed, it helps boost my energy and get back to life again. And also, started decluttering my things, keeping those items that are essentials to me right now. Keep inspiring.
The best air is in the morning, just as the sun comes up.
Especially in early November.
Crisp, clean and cool.
I love this channel :)
Hi Aki, thank you for sharing! Good points! Today I woke up and ALMOST was in a bad mood… for some reasons, including back pain and rain. But then I remembered that the sticky weather has been a challenge the whole week and gardening was very tiring. So I opened the windows and the terrace door and enjoyed the fresh air. With my first cup of tea I noticed your video and after watching I was happy to remember how many ikigais I have like knitting, crocheting, cooking, playing guitar and ukulele, singing, gardening, walking, yoga, learning languages… and I had a good laugh about improving my mood by cleaning the toilet and picking up trash on my walk… well, I’ll give it a try! The other points I follow more or less, but you can always improve, right? I’m glad one of your ikigais is making videos … love from Germany, Monika❣
Okay, so straight talk - I was feeling pretty low when I started watching this video; I'm going through a really hard time in my life right now. But you, your tips, and your sweet, positive attitude helped put a smile on my face. I feel inspired to try some of these tips, even as my life is currently chaotic. Thank you for being you 💙
Own nothing except what you know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.
William Morris. So true!!
You are the only channel I watch Aki. For a long time now I have had my entire feed and recommended videos turned off so I can’t see anything when I go on RUclips, but you are the only one I end up typing in the search bar! Your sincerity, discipline, joy, and wisdom are a true inspiration to everyone here.
When I first heard you recommend to clean the toilet every morning, I thought it was a little odd… but I tried it anyway. This was about three months ago and I’ve done it every day since… because it really does make me feel great!
You are inspirational and I’m so glad I found your channel ❤
謝謝你的分享！！
Making coffee is one of my Ikigai. I hand grind my beans (the aroma is wonderful) and use a pour over method. It is very hands on and makes for a far more satisfying cup of coffee than if it was just brewed in a machine and taken as a beverage of convenience.
I want to learn how to do this.
You are pure goodness Aki. YOU help boost my mood and help me to stay happy.
Watching your videos make me happy😊
'I say good morning with a lovely smile' ❤ this is how I think of you Aki!
I do all these things EACH morning. When I’m done it is time to go to bed.
😂
I listened to an audiobook that went into ikigai and it talked about the long life of the residents of a specific part of Okinawa. I was very envious when I heard about their senior community, because we don't have anything like that for people here in the U.S. They had a senior center in their town and it had scheduled activities most (or all) days, plus people just gathered there to talk or play games--whatever they wanted to do. And every month, they did a civic works project, like picking up trash, or planting flowers in common areas, or doing maintenance on the public parks and playgrounds. Old people lose the will to live when they no longer feel like they have a purpose, and/or they feel alone. That's why I envied the people in that village their very active senior community. It's very depressing to be an old person here.
One of the people they interviewed was a man who was, if I remember correctly, in his 90's. His ikigai was to get up every morning and stand in his front garden and wave to the schoolchildren on their way to school and encourage them to do their best. And I think he did the same when they were coming home, telling them they did a good job. He knew all of them by name and he felt that they relied on him to get their day started right, so that motivated him to get up every morning and keep going. It did wonders for his health and I imagine everyone loved feeling like they had an extra grandpa watching out for them.
I look at people like you and wonder if some people are just born more cheerful, or if I could achieve that too... I feel like I was born melancholy.
You do have nice muscles, Aki. Lol! :) Keep up the good work! Great video and ideas!
Perfect timing. Now when my cat get a surgery in a few days Im totally worried. Your tipps will help me to stay positive. Thank you Aki
Good luck to your cat 🙏
🙏
Praying for kitty to have a full and speedy recovery!
I hope your cat will be ok! ❤
Oh wow. Such a good video. You seem like such a great guy. Be proud of yourself! Thank you for sharing all of this knowledge with us.
I am doing a presentation for my office. I love that concept of Ikigai! I am going to add that in on my presentation! Your videos make me happy and I always learn something valuable!
“I’m forced to bask in the morning sun “ 😂😂😂 you always make me smile
Certainly your happy disposition is infectious!
I have been working lately on how to increase my mood and noticed that tracking your mood several times a day is also a good way to notice what triggers bad moods or good moods.
For example one of my Ikigai is Yoga I practice daily, it makes me feel so good that if I happen to miss a day I feel bad about it and Try to catch on the next days.
Blessings.
I occasionally compliment myself when I run into myself in the mirror around the house, now I see here you mention it as a habit that boosts ones mood. Thank you for your insightful content, Aki.💫💫
I have a genuine question- can u make a video about how you stay positive when ur sad? Or down? You are so positive but what i love about ur videos is how real u are. How do u handle those moments?
Any day with a new video of Samurai Matcha is a good day. Thank you for your videos. My house looks so tidy and my toilet is very clean now! It has created a positive impact that goes beyond my own house and now I help other people and I cheer them up too. Also, my back does not hurt since I started sleeping on a futon and sitting on the floor so we can say that Japanese culture helps me be healthier and to stay fit.
Japanese people address me as Natto-san, because I am Nat. I wonder how my sensei can stay serious without laughing. My name in Spain also sounds like "cream". So I have decided to add a middle name that does not sound like food. Teal, ティール, which means 鴨の羽色 (kamo no ha-iro), duck's feather colour. If I go to Japan people can call me ティール or maybe Natsu, since I was born in the summer.
Aki-san, your English seems to have gotten even better. I hope one day my Japanese will be even a little bit as good.
ありがとう ございます. おかげさまで げんきです
1:15 I appreciate your futile attempt to make your beautiful room looks messy :D
Thank you for ideas and inspiration, as always!
Hi Aki! Thank you for the Great video. I always have a better day after watching them. ❤️
Thank you a lot for your serene and encouraging advice!
one thing that improves my mood is watching your videos. hey Aki can you do a video on your physical training routine. like yoga stretches and exercices you do
Thank you for sharing your good mood and wonderful advice.
Всегда улыбаюсь, когда смотрю ваши видео. Спасибо!
Thankyou samurai matcha for thr positivity and tips to feel joyful. Also thanks for being an example of how to simplify our lives 😊
Thank you❤
You have a great spirit, thank you for sharing these tips.
This is a different type of update, but the other minimalist video, I've almost cleaned 1/2 of my room! It's looking so much simpler now! I'm so happy. Still, there's the big task of cleaning my wardrobe, but I'll get to it. (eventually..)
I also watched this free documentary on RUclips called 'The Minimalists' and I think I understand now! If I start sleeping on a mat, it's because of you 😂🫶🏿 thank you, again! Love your content 🩷🩷🩷🩷
You are correct. I was very down today and although it is night now, your mood became my mood for 11 minutes 💝💝
Thank you so much for your vidoes, they always make me happy and teach wonderful lessons 😊 Your subscriber from Hawaii 🏖 Aloha and Mahalo!
Hello Aki, I like your positive vibes. Keep up the good work. Will continue to support your RUclips 😊
I think you got a point there.I remember feeling really good everytime after i clean the bathroom
I always feel better after watching your videos. I cleaned my room for example, and openened the curtains. your outlook reminds me that even though I'm struggling, I have reasons to be optomistic as well. thank you.
Thank you samurai matcha! You are a positive part of my morning routine.
Here in New Jersey, it is common for us to say hi when passing people while walking in neighborhoods. I do it constantly and it is a nice thing to greet one another. Some of the things on this list I know you have mentioned several times, but it is always good to be reminded. I like that you want to compliment yourself in some way when you look in the mirror.
Thank you so much, Aki!! I just LOVE your videos!!! ❤❤
☀️I’ve always believed that happiness is a choice….and your channel makes me happy..thanks ❣️✨
I was really looking forward to your new video.
I so need your positive atmosphere that you create!
Thank you for this interesting video and for sharing a nice, positive atmosphere!
Thank you so much for your advises. I am starting practicing tomorrow.
What makes me feel happy? Aside from many many things: watching your videos ❤
Watching your video my friend Aki and your beautiful smile, boost my mood 😊💌 Arigato!
Thank you and greetings from Hungary🎉❤
Thank you! ❤❤❤
Another great video! I will try these! Thanks for making the video!
I feel happy to hear your voice and your advice! ❤
your videos always make me happy! ☀️
i'll try your tips, i also started to drink matcha!
thank you for helping people! 🌱
Thank you for the wonderful and uplifting video!
Thank you very much for this video, very inspiring 😇🙏🏻 Arigato, Aki!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge- and as always- make me laugh (where you are cleaning the toilet with a BIG SMILE)😅
Haven't watched a video of yours in a few months now and that's the first one I see after a long time. I was so impressed by your accent! You have done so much improvement with your english! Congratulations!
I like your advice to live more joyfully and I’m practicing them already
Needed this today! Heading out to pick up trash after tea time.😊
You and your Japanese culture boost my mood Mr. "Samurai Matcha" , thank you ☺️
I love your channel! There’s always something I can apply to my life to make it better. I used to clean the toilets at places I go, just because I’m a clean freak, but now I also know is a good practice for luck.
I love cleaning my toilet now cause of your videos lol it works!!! Make me so happy having clean home 🥰🩵 thank you for your great advices 🙏🏼🩵
Gratitude Pour ta belle énergie et ta vision de la vie ❤❤
Beautiful video ❤
ありがとうございます😊❤
I've watched this video two times. Thank you! Kiitos! ❤
Thanks for your video. I love it. I want to share a habit that my 10 years old son has this Summer holidays. Everyday when he wakes up, over 8.00 am, he dress himself quickly and run to the park where is a spot in the trees, and there he feeds the ravens (with foods for birds, not any food) and being a little with them. He does this before another thing like breakfast. He is trying to do it in the same spot at the same time. With this habit he is dressed and in the forest very soon in the morning everyday, so its good.
You can be so proud of Your son!❤
Great advice Aki, thank you!!!
Your channel is incredible, and what a positive vibe you got!
All the time i was very curious about people and culture of Japan.
But i didn’t know much now through your vedios i can learn about Japan .. Thank you a lot Samurai Matcha
Hello. Thank so much 👏. A great little video perfect for me and friends and family ❤🌷🌲🙏. Many Blessings 🌷
Morning walk, so important! I often do this on my way to work and skip the bus, and those are the best days. 💪
The tips you gave definitely contribute to calming yourself, which gives you more attention to apply to outside things.
Overcoming obstacles generates happiness. More attention you have to apply to things, the better able you are to solve things.
Nice video.
Hi Aki and thank you for the uplifting video.
Thank you Aki,
Your negative state video made me laugh 🤣
Good advice as always 🙏💚
You are a light! 😊
Thank you!
Hi Aki, thank you for the positive video! 🙏
I would be really interested in a video detailing your workout regime. It's clear that you get good results with it 🙂
Respect from India. Watching your Vdos regularly for quite sometime. The way you beam with full smile cherishes my day and elevate the spirit. Good and keep posting yr virtues
Muchas gracias.
This was a very surprising video! Thank you so much - several suggestions are new to me, and make me look at life from a new angle.
We love you aki. Never change
I am really grateful for sharing your tips that make me uplift to the next level.
Thank you, dear Aki-san.🙏
I'm creating my future every minute of every day. Your tips are great ways to build great days and therefore great years. 😀
This is a video I will watch and rewatch, something I do with many of your videos. You enhance my life. Thank you. My Ikigai is writing and this will help me to believe in a project I am working on.
Loving this and thank you so much!
Hi, great samurai! Always in a great mood! Thank you for boosting my sunday morning! By the way, I'm planning visiting Japan next year in April! I have to thank you helping me make that decision with your videos! Have a great weekend! See you next video!
Thank you for your amazing videos ❤ I have a tough period of my life now, and I hope that all the small things that you're talking about will help me to get through it, I'm trying to do it every day and feel a bit happier each time I do it)
Thx a lot sensei❤ You're the best teacher😊 Thx for ur english❤❤❤
Lovely video, thank you Aki.
Aki I appreciate your videos so much. I started doing almost the same morning & evening routines you recommend and I feel so happy and peaceful. I have a question- maybe an idea for a future video: how can I maintain consistency with my habits. I’m doing great now but I fear once the newness wears off, I’ll stop doing my good habits. 🩷🙏
Thank you for these wise words. Is that a ukulele I spy there?! Now that's an instrument of joy. I wish you blessings.
Hello Aki, I am always waiting excitingly for your videos. Your speech and life lessons always make me look at daily life in different perspective. And it does help me a lot ❤🙏
Another awesome video. I so love your passion and drive to help people fill themselves with self love and meaningful lives
You're amazing Aki . Much love
Great video, and the level of effort in the wonderful edit was not missed. well done, and thank you for the welcome advice. Have a wonderful day.
Great video. Number 8 and 10 - I start my morning walk when Sun isn't up yet and sleep with my windows open. It usually comes up when I'm 1/2 done. LOL