This Japanese Micro-Apartment is Illegal in America
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- Опубликовано: 16 авг 2023
- Would you live in a place this small? Its not a house in Ohio, but apartments like this might be the solution to housing affordability in American cities like New York, LA, Etc… And if its a profitable vacation rental at 60 a night, the monthlys are likely 1k or less.
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I don't understand how renting out literal closet space for an exorbitant amount of money is legal in New York but this kind of very humane and livable space is illegal. Not to mention, it comes with your own kitchen and bathroom. Yeah they're small but they're yours only!
And washing machine is an essential.
Righhhttt!!!!!! America's building policies are retarded. Something I think America is struggling to grasp is that not everyone wants a big-a$$ house, not everyone wants a family..... But everyone deserves a comfortable home.... The NY closet space room is basically a prison cell when compared to this Japanese micro-apartment.
It's a click bait title
Three words: money in politics
Preach. ❤
I think this little place is pretty amazing and you don't have to share a bathroom / shower like some tiny apartments in major cities in the US.
It's a good dorm room.
USA bad this .Becouse is like comunis. Like give free 36m² home in ussr
I don't think most of those US situations should even be considered apartments, but more so single room occupancy dorms...
I could live in that apartment, no lie. I probably would get a loft bed, though, and use the space underneath for a work desk.
Solo it is doable
Japan's safety and cleanliness are amazing compared to the US. And considering the population.
Is that sarcasm? Maybe public cleanliness but these staircases are dangerous
Culturally, they are taught respect. And it’s pretty much one culture, vs. America.
@@platinumpepe8626Is that sarcasm? Tell me how those stairs are more dangerous than many in the US, riddled with trash, cracks, drugs, and people up to no good? Please…
yeah some in america would scream that it's intolerant and not inclusive or whatever but it's hard to argue with the quality of life there
Please don’t get carried away by a typhoon!!
Something like this would be AMAZING in University towns. We live in the SF Bay Area, and our daughter attends UCB. Student housing in Berkeley is either full, or waaaay too expensive for students to afford. Apartments like these would mean more students can afford to live in city without having to either couch surf, hide and try to sleep in unoccupied classrooms (yes that does happen quite frequently) , live in their cars, or have hellish commutes. It's that bad 😐.
Sorry to burst your bubble but this kind of apartment won't exist in area with american average attitude
student loans being given out like candy is what makes it expensive. japan doesnt do that
I wish your daughter luck with her brainwashing❤
that's how UK dorms are done, this room minus the kitchen with a shared kitvhen for 5-12 depending on price/ uni. But dorms like this are avaliable in places
@@nondescriptstraightwhitema6138 The poor girl was born in SF, it's already 18 years too late for her.
glad you didn't end up opening the escape hatch, it's generally linked to a fire alarm system to the building and may get you the entire fire department sent over :D
That would have spiced things up 😅
I think you can make more space if you got one of those bunk beds with a desk underneath it. That way, you have an actual dining table/workspace area. The abundance of natural light is a huge plus. Place sure is tiny though.
Not to mention that in Japan you can find some very cool storage stairs to take you up to the loft bed.. kills 2 birbs with one stone
We have a small studio in nyc that came with a Murphy bed. When the bed is up, it has a nice sized table. Works great and a real mattress!
Tiny ONLY for those used to larger spaces.
We used to raise these types of beds with cinderblocks or fames so we could store stuff underneath. This "apartment" has no storage.
@@ae2948 Notice the under-bed storage.
The answer to "Where do you put your stuff?" is simple: people who rent such apartments either cut down on "stuff" or have NO such "stuff" to start with. It is called "living within one's means", a mindset that differs from "I want MORE!".
This place has all you need, perhaps not what you want, but would be a blessing to many.
Oh I love the way you phrased that , and very true .
Well said
USA ban this .Becouse is like comunis. Like give free 36m² home in ussr 😊
I follow people with average incomes and how they live well in Japan and their apts are very much like you have displayed here and per month they average about $400 to $550 American, Like you have mentioned they are small but have everything you need and you do not have the stress of room mates. Thanks Cash, love your channel. Amazing how many choices there are for food in a small country with such a large population. The Western world
should practice these methods for making life affordable for their average citizens .
n thats if you want to live in a big big japanese city. you head out to ishinomaki or the countryside, those little apartments can be had for 150 to 300 depending on how 'modern' you want it. the building I lived in, the apartments had their own showers, but there was no toilet, each floor had 4 apartments and 2 hallway bathrooms, so the toilets where shared among the 4 apartments. but for the price, I didnt mind, especially because we all kept the shared hall bathrooms super clean.
USA ban this .Becouse is like comunis. Like give free 36m² home in ussr
I live in Tokyo and 600 USD got me 3 rooms and a living/dining area, was 54 square meters I think, it's not in the middle of tokyo but it was still 30 min train ride to Shinjuku, it was quite a ways from the station so you'd need to get a bus or bike to the station but I took more space.
yeah but they cant because the apartments get made by others and the laws of whats okay and what isnt gets made by others.
Too much diversity in the Western World for this to ever work there
Great video. There is actually extra storage space under the bed, those are drawers I believe because I have the same type of bed. So you actually could do the bar counter + seat in that size of an apartment
USA ban this .Becouse is like comunis. Like give free 36m² home in ussr
That's what I tough!
You are so positive & upbeat ... I enjoy your critique of New York & now Japan😊
To answer a few questions about the place/ explain why things are laid out like that. The shower space is a wet room-style shower, which is why the floor was wet! You sit there and shower/clean yourself before you go into the bath. Because you clean yourself before your bath, that water is clean and is reused for the washing machine. That's what the tap outside on the balcony was draining from. I love little places like these, it's so efficient.
The phone above the bed is likely to be either the intercom or building security as there is only one button. If you happened to see any kanji that looks like this "非常" then it's for calling security
I love that that backyard is a literal river...so peaceful.
It could flood there so be careful.
@@PwningGerZflood is the least of your worries. Don't forget earth quakes/tsunamis
@@SHELBYGT645 meh, earthquake and tsunamis are part of Japanese life. When it floods because of heavy rain it’s annoying.
@@PwningGerZ Serious? I've never been to Japan, but it is on my bucket list!
@@EliseArtology don’t wait too long. Japan is beautiful. Go out everyday when you’re there.
I like that this little apartment has everything you need without having to have a roommate! Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and bedroom all in one! I think I would use that little table as a tray table and sit on the bed to eat or work. I think the place needs a dresser. Then, I would put the microwave on top of that so I could use the stove, plus have a place to put my clothes. That would work for me, but I'm not sure how long I would be able to live anywhere that small! It would be a step up from some of the tiny "apartments" in NYC that are no bigger than a closet with a hot plate and no bathroom PLUS cost $1200/month! Thanks Cash! Can't wait for the next one!
Just store the TV and put the microwave where it is now. Most young people just stream on their computers now anyway.
I am ready for a full on family in Japan Vlog! I would watch Cash do a vlog on dumptruck maintance. He has personality for days❤
Paolo in Tokyo has vids on that and more
I’m really enjoying these glimpses of apartments in Japan! It’s so fun! Can’t wait for the next one!❤
Agree ❤
USA ban this .Becouse is like comunis. Like give free 36m² home in ussr
Wait, Jordan’s in Japan right now?! Oh, i’m about to binge on all of these videos.
Having done a lot of travelling for work I'd prefer to be in that place for a week or two than hotel life where you can't really get into a normal routine and relax.
I complain a lot about the NYC apartments, but this one isn't bad at all. If you go in understanding what it is and what you're working with, it wouldn't be bad for a short stay, a student, or a newcomer figuring out the city before getting a permanent place. I'm not sure about the washer on the balcony - isn't weather a problem for the electronics in it? If not, I guess it works. You could put a table and chair, with a small wardrobe. It might be tight, but you're not living with serial killer roommates.
Washer outside is super common in Japan actually.
they are weatherized so they can be outside
Cash- Great job! You are right- we need places like this in cities all across the US.
Keep going!☮️👏👏👏👏
Agree. For limited income this is sweet❤
I lived in Japan for many years. That little door in the bathroom was where you store your toothbrush and anything else you don't want just lying around. The intercom phones were basically to answer the doorbell without having to open the door. It's a security thing. Don't want the NHK guy to find you. I'm surprised there were two of them as my full sized apartments only ever had one.
Loving your take on the Japannese tiny apartments. If you are going to Tokyo, would love a colab with Tokyo Lens. He actually interviews people living in the tiny apartments. You could get a new perspective and ideas for your own place.
Yeah,but does it have a sink sprayer? 🤔😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂
the hatch on the balcony is the fire escape. The ferris wheel shaped building is a Don Quijote.
It reminds me of a cruise ship cabin on a really old cruise ship. Love the mailbox.
What a cool little place. Perfect for a few nights stay. For longer term changing out the bed for a sofa bed would make sense. Lack of cupboard space is still going to be an issue but I'm sure that with careful planning something could be worked out. Thanks Cash for another great adventure.
Why do Americans only ever call a kettle a water heater .🤔
Lol I’ve always said Tea Pot or Kettle 😊
@@geralynbreault888 👍🏻😂🥰
@@tayto34 that's random she didn't say either, nor did she mention one of those at all
@@MaeRose26 cash called the kettle a water heater so I asked the question.
With the addition of a wardrobe and maybe a comfy chair, that is a pretty functional space. It is at least self contained and I noticed you could hang clothes on the balcony (if you're not on a time constraint). It's smaller than a bedsit I once lived in, with the advantage of a private toilet and bathroom.
Instead of the twin bed, you get a futon which would be your comfy chair/sofa during the day and bed at night.
Water heater? Sir, its called a kettle
Are you implying it doesn't heat water?
@@ffwastKettle is the name of the thing that holds the water while the fire/heat heats the water...
I lived in Japan for over a decade and this brought back a lot of memories. You did a great job of explaining things and your cluelessness of things is what I remember for myself back in the day 😂 Thank you, great video! Looking forward to many more!!
Could you please mention the cost of the stays? Thank you.
Good job on this video, Cash. I don’t hate the apartment. I can see you can make it work and I think it would be ok for someone’s first apartment or for a student. And yes, it’s better than an apartment where you have to have a roommate.
Over the past month, I've seen Japan vids from Cash and from Schlatt, who both approached the dim alleyways in Japan and immediately remarked that in New York this would be incredibly dangerous.
Meanwhile, I'm a west-coast boy, who grew up in Newport Beach, which some magazine called "the jewel of Orange County," and yet its crime rate is still twice as bad as _the worst crime rate in Osaka!_
That yellow Ferris wheel is part of Don Quijotie, I don't think you have anything like it in the States; it's sort of a supermarket/department store where you can get almost anything and everything for a cheaper price. U gotta check it out. I LOVE OSAKA! Enjoy ur trip
It's so cool to see all of the tiny living places in Japan. My favorite so far was that older house one you stayed at the other day.
Me too.
There may be storage drawers under the bed. Thanks. It is nice to see another country.
I thought so too, right?
I have always been impressed with the cleanliness, style, & ingenuity of Japanese homes. Thank you, Cash, for showing these tiny gems!
the bar is so low but at least the bathroom is private, it's not terrible if you're not home much or don't have a lot of stuff.
This channel feels like it was always planning to level up to this but wanted to build a solid American community first. This is so cool and unusual, but like weirdly internet appropriate and just feels so right.
Apartment and overall just property videos aren't my thing to watch on RUclips, but these Japanese apartment videos are kinda cool. I enjoy their style and how small, yet livable they are. The US certainly could use those types in certain cities. While I don't know too much about the Japanese, I do appreciate their work ethics and their ability to keep things clean. They have a culture I wish more Americans (including myself) would learn from. I'm looking forward to seeing more of these videos from Japan.
When I went to college I had a pretty small sized apartment. Main area was about 8ft by 20ft. Bathroom was very small (3ft by 9ft). Lack of elbow room in the shower was really, REALLY annoying. No washer, but I had alternatives for washing. My dresser didn't use much space at all, so I had more than enough room to have a full sized desk. Other than the bathroom, it worked out really well for me (Only $500 a month, with internet). Thankfully I was in a rural town so it wasn't crowded. I'm not a fan of big cities.
ngl I would totally live there depending on the price. With some careful planning, you could definitely get the basic necessities of furniture set up. I also think that the patio could fit a small foldable table and chair setup.
I love the enthusiasm and humor that Cash brings to these videos!
Love this series
For a flat like this one of those bunk bed and desk combos will be such a perfect thing! Workplace and sleeping place. All about using the very volume around you as well.
Loved this video and the Snoopy sleep shirt!
The phone is a special line to call Japanese Santa and tell in advance what do you want for Xmas.
😂😂😂😂😂
I think all cities should have this type of apartments and make them affordable.
Awesome job cash see you on Sunday
I love how he always pronounces it as TACK'O Yaki!🤣
Yeah, it's like living in a van and many are doing it. 🎉
Love your videos. I found you by accident about a year ago. You are a refreshing break from all the drama in the world.
theres very practically everything for a single-person's living in that space. cleaning, utilities of all types, small-scale furniture, bowls/cups/whatnot; and all of that with gentle decoration/color. it's most definitely not like the usual bed/tv/shower+soap/closet.
There are coffee machines in convenient stores (7-11, Family, etc). They offer both hot & cold, black & latte. Similar prices. Don’t have to drink canned coffee all the time.
In Providence, Rhode Island, inside The Arcade on Weybossett Ave.; which was once the oldest ‘mall’ in the U.S.; there are micro apartments upstairs with retail downstairs. The micro apartments are quite small…tiny, even. Check them out online. Edit: I just went into the website again. A 286 sq ft ‘condo’ sold for $137,000 USD! My kitchen in my 3-bedroom home is 240 sq ft!
I remember seeing a video on that place a couple of years back. I thought the whole idea was pretty cool. I thought at the time it was rentals only though.
This would be a good idea for a lot of the “dying” malls in cities where you go in and only a couple of floors have open shops and above that, deserted.
@@marylivingstone9815 I can't remember where it was that I saw an old, defunct shopping mall had been turned into a small, enclosed town, all the apartments opened to the inside of the mall, there were no external windows - only windows that opened onto the inside of the mall. It was actually pretty cool and yep, it was in the USA. I was surprised at the ingenuity of using an old mall.
Thank you, Cash, for sharing with us what Japan looks like. I hope you also get time to spend with your beautiful family.
Loving this whole series!!
LOVE your videos, especially when you include your beautiful family. Thank you for the entertainment. Love to see other cities you travel too!!!
I swear after watching these videos, I want the go to Japan so bad. Just blows my mind how different it is compared to what I thought my whole life 🤯🤯🤯🤯
Morning all
Good morning
I wish for 200 square feet apartments in US. That can probably easily fix the cost of living.
Many things are illegal in America. For example. Having your own opinions that’s non compliant to the mass. 😂
Its more hilarious that its also a Japan thing. For all their boast of superiority, America can be as bad as any other country
Pretty cool canal view!
Loving your japan series
Absolutely my favorite video. I love Japan. Great job always. From Pendleton OR
Cash great job showing the city small unit I see you all having a lot of fun be safe
Cash, just press all the buttons on the remote until stuff happens. That's how I've taught myself technology for 50 years!😂
It looks basic, but comfortable. Unlike NY! 😅
You can watch or wash the TV while doing dishes thats brilliant. 🤣
1: Replace the bed with a convertible couch. Get one with some room for storage underneath. 2. Put some storage on the wall above it. 3. Get rid of the floor lamp - get wall- or ceiling mounted light sources. 4. Slim wardrobe in the corner next to the balcony door.
I love these videos. I have only stayed at the Hilton in Osaka so very interesting. These places are small but the Japanese are mostly tiny. I remember going to shopping centers and concerts and the view is clear above peoples heads :) The last conversation with my father before he passed was about our love of Japan. He was on the way to the Korean War and me on tour with some bands. Very nice to share stories.
@Another_taco. Yes_please
My condolences on the loss of your father. May you celebrate his life by Living.
@@auberjean6873 Thank you x
@@Another_taco.Yes_please 💜
truth be told, with some smart construction of kitchen and other storage in room, this could actually be causy place to live, for a single person. Larger bed, and your partner can visit. What you actually need is only comfortable bed, workdesk with some storage and place for PC, kitchen that is big enough so you can have everything within storage - and shallow storage unit in hallway (size of shoes, for shoues, jackets etc - and this is extremely comfy and livable - people don;t really undrestand, we actually don;t need too much space to live in, what we need is neccesities, comfor of bed and chairs, light and access to fresh air - all of what this apartment has. 120 sqr feet is little more then 11 m2 - my studio for work is 14 m2, and has more then enough space for everything, with huge doors for light and air. I think this is very doable - actually totally ok, until you get a family
Thank you for sharing your trip and stay there.
I really liked the apt. It had everything you would need. Very efficient. So much to do there. So glad you are showing different places
greetings from Germany (Saarland)
So how do you like living in a functioning society?
Yet another interesting video. Really enjoying your Japanese trip!
Your videos are always so entertaining!
Pasadena, California is actually doing something like this for "lower" income individuals. The building complex comprises of 180 "micro" studio units, about 250 - 280 sq ft total, but it does have a full bathroom, a kitchen area and a living space large enough to fit a queen size bed and and ikea desk. Plus a decent 2-3 person size balcony.
Segs
Rents at Pasadena Studios will range from $565/month to $1191/month
so unless you work only 20-30 hours a week thats bad qualifications, more then 30 a week is almost 1200, if you go to places like victorville there are 3 bedroom apartments for 1300-1500
so honestly they are almost charging double the cost for the amount of space
That place with the masks is a kibuki theater. It's traditional Japanese plays and stuff. Major cool thing, is they wear over the top make up and usually have over the top stories. A lot of the way anime characters act is based on kibuki theater.
As a minimalistic introvert, I see this as a win if you're fully committed to the single life, plus you don't got much to begin with so if life changes with meeting someone or wanting something eventually bigger, it would be fairly fast to pack everything up into probably a car.
US (city) zoning is the main reason places like this are uncommon in the US. Seattle now permits "micro units" and a fair number of them are being built.
What a lovely view! These tours are fun!
Really cool apartment, thanks for the tour! I think that anyone who knows there way around an IKEA catalog could do wonders with it and double the usable space.
Love these Japanese apartment explorations! Keep em' coming, Cash. 7-11 was the best for quick good food and a lifesaver for me too when I was in Japan. Arigato.
Love the amazing videos! ❤❤
This is something that my fiancé and I are actually considering when we take our trip. A room each so we each have a space to go back to. This totally beats a capsule hotel!
Happy Thursday CJ😀n This is Gonna b so Insightful🔥🔥🔥👍….
Seems very quiet! Nice small well used space and reminds me of the size of one of our U.S. hospital rooms…lol 👍💕🇺🇸🙏🐾😊👶🏻
Except that there are a tonne of them in America. You have shown us some already. This one is a lot cleaner and safer than most illegal suites in NYC. Very cool!
honestly, this is about your coolest video to date.
and you re never dull...
a critic on a Japanese apartment from an expert? you can t beat that.
whenever I see videos like that, I keep thinking about Yakuza the Sega console game,
it s so typical, it shows how accurate this game is, right at home.
aside from the fridge, I could totally live there, unless I get my harem that is, D.
good show bro.
That is a neat little apartment, Cash. I was hoping you would try out the tub.😅
I really enjoyed this video!
OMG CASH! I just saw you on CBS Sunday morning!!❤❤ Congrats Buddy!!
Japan's version of a TINY HOUSE/APT. 🤣🤣🤣. I like the balcony w/the river outside.
The spout above the toilet comes on with flushing because it is filling the tank for the next flush.
That little sink over the toilet is very strange. Can’t imagine the point of it with a sink around the corner.
Just started watching you! Really like it mucho! I love your personality! Very beautiful family!!! ❤️
Exceptionally entertaining adventure! I think I would've used those small, low tables like a bed tray table, sit back, put in in your lap 😊 Those were livable spaces, like a hotel room
You are a great comedian!
I love the cup/bown shelf above the sink. It acts as a drying rack as well! The little cabinet by the mirror looks like it's for holding your toothbrush? And the toilet sink will keep going until the tank is full, since basically you're washing your hands and filling the tank at the same time.
Especially in San Francisco; this type of micro-apartment could goa long way toward solving the homeless situation.