Japanese Minimalist: 7 simple productive habits

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  • Опубликовано: 18 дек 2024

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  • @alecb4151
    @alecb4151 2 года назад +123

    You have more wisdom to offer in your 20s than I have accumulated at 45. Your videos are helpful. Thank you.

  • @sg8198
    @sg8198 2 года назад +100

    Here in the US, life can get very cluttered and materialistic, so I greatly appreciate your very uplifting and beautiful perspectives.
    Thank you for your inspiring videos!

  • @rkh7904
    @rkh7904 Год назад +6

    I wake up at 4 am and go to my studio and paint. I stay there for 4 hours, this enables me to get a lot done. Then I drink tea and go out iny garden and do an hour or so outside working in the fresh air
    I meditate after 3 pm, my day winds down after that . I try to get everything done in the morning and early afternoon.Reading and journalling and meal prep takes up the rest of the afternoon.I go to bed early.

  • @XwaYdesu
    @XwaYdesu Год назад +16

    I put all of the unread books on my shelf in a separate box. Now when I wake up, I make tea, leave my phone inside with a 20 minute alarm set, and spend that time on the balcony, reading one of those books.
    After that, I do a couple Duolingo lessons. Then, I start the rest of my day.

  • @sophiabrewer7343
    @sophiabrewer7343 Год назад +9

    I have been feeling overwhelmed lately as I have been going through major changes in my life right now and watching your videos has really helped me to find new things to do so I do and practice more minimalistic qualities in my life so I do not feel as overwhelmed. I am just starting this journey so I know I have room to grow, but that's exciting.

  • @SomNambulPrime
    @SomNambulPrime 2 года назад +61

    Absolutely grateful for finding this channel! Sometimes it's shocking that you find something so precious just by accident. Actually I'm already implement some things in my life after watching your vids! And I'm also grateful for your work, thank you Aki!

  • @boydegg
    @boydegg Год назад +7

    Hi Samurai Matcha. Your videos are amazing and inspirational. Here are a few habits which I feel have improved my life: wake up at 5am (like you), drink a pint of water first thing (rehydrate and start up my system), 30 minutes yoga and 30 minutes meditation before breakfast, 5 minutes of vocal warm ups (as a teacher I need a healthy throat and voice box), turn off all electronics, read 20 minutes or more daily, take to time to feel grateful for my life, turn the shower to coldest setting for the final 3 minutes, average 7000+ daily steps each week, enjoy and appreciate nature. Thanks from Scotland!

  • @moxa_cottage
    @moxa_cottage 2 года назад +28

    Your videos are always a lovely addition to my day! A few of my habits: 1) reciting mantra with mala beads first thing in the morning and right before I go to bed, 2) taking 5-10 minutes in the middle of the day to breathe, pray, and recenter, 3) nibbling on wild edible plants whenever I pass them, and 4) making at least one jar of herbal tea each day

  • @lauragalbraith3355
    @lauragalbraith3355 2 года назад +21

    Love waking up early, I started getting up at 5am in the summers so I can walk my dog before it gets too hot ( live in Texas) and its become a crucial part of my routine.
    My second favorite habit is drinking a gallon of water everyday.

  • @lillysummer3546
    @lillysummer3546 2 года назад +50

    Favorite youtuber ever! Thank you for another great video. After starting to drink matcha tea, after watching your videos, it has helped me to focus and taken care of my health too. I wake up at 4, try to be a minimalist and find it easier to write to do list too. You are always so inspiring! I will be getting rid of my bed too and try to become extreme minimalist because it helps me to find things and life is much easier with extreme minimalism. Thank you Aki! Always happy to see these amazing videos! 🇮🇳

    • @SamuraiMatcha
      @SamuraiMatcha  2 года назад +7

      Thank you so much! I'm surprised you wake up at 4!! Actually, now I'm trying to!!

    • @lillysummer3546
      @lillysummer3546 2 года назад +3

      @@SamuraiMatcha meditation and yoga helps me but the reason why I am able to wake up at 4 is because I sleep early. Love from India🙏

    • @viveknathmishra9955
      @viveknathmishra9955 2 года назад +2

      Inspiring.

    • @Iseon_
      @Iseon_ 2 года назад +2

      Amazing and awesome video

  • @Souldesouse
    @Souldesouse 2 года назад +38

    We have mandatory five prayers across the day, from before sunrise to after darkness.
    1- I try to add a mid morning prayer (Dhuha) as a means of thanking God for all the blessings, which I could never count.
    2- Also I do morning & evening Dhikr.
    3- read from my current book for about 30-60 minutes
    4- I try to postpone coffee to award myself and to take advantage of the natural morning cortisol rise.

  • @VeganMangoQueen
    @VeganMangoQueen 2 года назад +8

    All the items I have in my home have their own home, I feel at ease knowing exactly where they go 🌱✌🏼

  • @jeremycollins2694
    @jeremycollins2694 2 года назад +11

    Would also love to see a Japanese minimalist’s approach to cycling and cycle maintenance!

  • @VickyHafler
    @VickyHafler Год назад +4

    I start my day with a quart of water 💦
    Then read my Bible.
    I practice Wim Hoff breathing each day.
    I make one quilt block a day and make time for free reading.
    Blessings to you. Thank you for the video.

    • @niroheyy
      @niroheyy 4 месяца назад

      Nice things

  • @deborahleeke7298
    @deborahleeke7298 Год назад +3

    I always allow myself playtime, in my case painting, drawing, art journalling. I have mobility issues so moving presents lots of difficulty, it is probable that your runs/walks do the same for you. I find this helps my mind freewheel, expand and rest at the same time. Then one day a week I have a longer play date. I also write my morning pages, see The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. I write these before my mind has become full of the day’s needs and have found it a great way to get to know myself better. These pages are similar to your secret journal as they are private. I usually paint over the pages when I have finished the book. This saves the paper and means that they are no longer readable. Thank you for your videos.

  • @karebear326
    @karebear326 2 года назад +4

    I love your room, it makes me happy every time i see it in your videos🥰

  • @jreadsrighttoleft
    @jreadsrighttoleft 7 месяцев назад +1

    I love how enthusiastic and positive your videos are, I appreciate your videos 🙏

  • @DebsShipley1969
    @DebsShipley1969 Год назад +1

    The 25 minutes work thing sounds fabulous. Thank you

  • @gloriat8427
    @gloriat8427 2 года назад +5

    I’m a minimalist-in-progress and I love your videos which give me so much encouragement so thank you! Your room is beautiful…the wood floors and wood on the walls create so much warmth! Thank you! ❤

  • @AnuMadhubhashinie
    @AnuMadhubhashinie Год назад

    Thank you Aki. Love from Sri Lanka ❤️ 🇱🇰

  • @zenwisdom4259
    @zenwisdom4259 Год назад +1

    morning meditation might be something good to add on

  • @Lolocakes65
    @Lolocakes65 2 года назад +5

    You convinced me to start drinking matcha! It is delicious and relaxing! Thank you Aki!

  • @maedae759
    @maedae759 2 года назад +7

    Love your videos Aki :)
    I try to stretch in the mornings and have a few minutes of silent mindfulness and recognizing what I feel grateful for.

  • @bette-ann
    @bette-ann Год назад +1

    With gratitude ♥️

  • @VeganMangoQueen
    @VeganMangoQueen 2 года назад +18

    I love making to-do lists as well and I always put the last thing I did as the first item so I can cross the first one off right away 😊

  • @rifahardiza8886
    @rifahardiza8886 2 года назад +5

    I love this channel.Samurai Matcha my inspiration.You are motivator in my life.Love from Indonesia

  • @veroniquelauzon2801
    @veroniquelauzon2801 Год назад +2

    I combine the to-do list and journal into a bullet journal. Not a fancy one as we can see many doing on the internet but a very basic one. This way, everything is on the same place: calendar, contacts, monthly schedule, weekly schedule, daily tasks. Before, everything was on my computer or phone but I prefer now the journal as it keeps me away from electronics when I don't need to use them otherwise, which is a good thing for me as I don't end up on Facebook or RUclips with an initial intention of checking a date.

  • @ЕкатеринаСоловьева-ч9ц

    I enjoy your videos very much! I do pick up garage too in a morning during my runs or just after it. I love how your organized your days and things in your life so it support you in your goals. I love your video about Japan !
    Thank you! Best wishes!🌏🌈🙏🌷🌸

  • @Linda-fg2rz
    @Linda-fg2rz 2 года назад +3

    More great advice! Thank you!
    I am working on cleaning up after myself. After I finish a task I clean up and put things away. To have your home in order is wonderful!

  • @Matthew8473
    @Matthew8473 11 месяцев назад +1

    I'm in complete awe of this. I read a book with a similar message, and it was astonishing. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove

  • @aishahlavigne7022
    @aishahlavigne7022 2 года назад +3

    wonderful information tq for sharing with us, fyi, as a muslim we have been thought to wake up early in the morning to perform our solat (prayer) so what i do around 5.30am perform my solat, put a money in my charity box, reading a quran at least 2 pages and perform my morning dzikir (make a list of doa) and go to to work, before i sleep i do the same thing as well except this time i did not put a money in my charity box..my life is so calm doing it everyday knowing i have a purpose in my life.

  • @e.huhtamaki
    @e.huhtamaki 2 года назад +8

    One more 1 item per day challenge, please! I love how you explain the multi-uses of things and it helps me to think more minimally

    • @SamuraiMatcha
      @SamuraiMatcha  2 года назад +3

      If I move to another house! I will!!

    • @carolegonsalves1614
      @carolegonsalves1614 2 года назад

      Hi I would love for you to meet my daughter she is in her 20’s and also a teacher. I will be visiting Japan next year .

  • @geraldinedenser
    @geraldinedenser 6 месяцев назад

    I live alone and recently stopped using the dishwasher. I began washing, drying and putting away the dishes after meals. It slows me down, makes my movements efficient, gives me time to think, and keeps me on my feet (and off the sofa). Thanks for all of the good advice!

  • @matejhantabal235
    @matejhantabal235 2 года назад +5

    Thanks, I was just about to look up videos with tips on staying focused, nice timing 😀

  • @federicasardanelli9019
    @federicasardanelli9019 2 года назад +8

    When there is a task that get me anxious in front of me I write a sort of script of the task and the way I'll try to face it.

  • @videowatcheriAlberta
    @videowatcheriAlberta 3 месяца назад

    Each evening I decide what I will eat the next day. I also check the weather forecast and then pick out my clothes for the next day. I start my day with light exercises and drink a litre of water. This all minimizes morning stress. I was waking at different times but have decided to set my alarm for 5 a.m. each morning as I believe a regular time is healthier (as your video reminded me.) Thanks for this life-enhancing advice.

  • @drusilladana4184
    @drusilladana4184 2 года назад +7

    I'm enjoying your videos...the content, your creativity, your positive, uplifting attitude is so inspiring (and needed) these days!!! Thanks, so much!! 🇺🇸❤

  • @MaxMining
    @MaxMining 2 года назад +5

    Hi Aki, I loved your video as always, your camera work is amazing and your voice is soothing.
    I like to set a timer to work out every hour, between 10am and 4pm, that way i remember to stop focusing on work for a while and get my body moving. thanks for your inspiration

  • @enoki79
    @enoki79 2 года назад +1

    after watching your videos, i have been preparing and drinking matcha every morning between 5-6 am with a prayer of gratitude. i started two weeks ago! thank you for the positivity and motivation

  • @mvl6827
    @mvl6827 Год назад +2

    1. Wake up at 5 a.m. That’s my cat’s bodyclock . It’s pitchblack here at 5 in the morning. Try in spring.
    2. Drink macha. Something unavailable in my part . Can it be substituted for a good coffee?
    3. Minimalism. I like. But I live with others, including a hoarding husband and a demanding cat. Also I have many crafty hobbies. Any tips?
    4. Todo list. Yes, on my iPad. sometimes, but not rigid.
    5. Secret diary. I had one when I was girlie, it had a tiny padlock and and even tinier key ….I loved writing poetry . oh, those long gone days… 😊
    6. Typing speeds and practice, beware of RSI (repetitive strain injury) although it’s mostly mouse related…
    7. Pomodoro, mmm don’t really need another guide in my life. But wishing you well!

  • @maiwurld2578
    @maiwurld2578 Год назад +1

    I will start my minimalism again .focus on what i need ,and not what i want

  • @caroljames5154
    @caroljames5154 2 года назад +2

    I make my to do list the night before

  • @lydius.
    @lydius. 2 года назад +5

    I have been loving the videos Aki, I'm in the middle of my exams and will try the 25min - 5min method right now!

  • @Iseon_
    @Iseon_ 2 года назад +2

    I felt so productive while watching your video🤍🐰 and I'm lying in the bed. and it's 12pm rn :)

  • @catspeed5083
    @catspeed5083 Год назад +2

    I wake at up 5am every day. And drink 4 glassess of water. It helps me.

  • @diksha9535
    @diksha9535 2 года назад +7

    Love your content! So much positivity and motivation for minimalistic life… Thanks you so much 🇮🇳♥️

  • @Flower-ck2bs
    @Flower-ck2bs 2 года назад +2

    I will try to follow your productive habbits. You are so right. Already I feel somehow better and strong🙏🏻☀️

  • @johnnylaowai
    @johnnylaowai 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for another great video! Always look forward to your new uploads

  • @lachylewis
    @lachylewis 2 года назад +3

    Aki! Hey 👋 I love your videos, they are like meditation, so clam and relaxing. Because of your videos I have been drinking Matcha 🍵 in the mornings and maintaining a minimal lifestyle. I just wanted to say thank you. Ariagto! 🙏 Best wishes from Australia 😊

  • @thelibrarymouse7473
    @thelibrarymouse7473 2 года назад +4

    Thank you for another inspiring video!!! I like the idea of having a highlight task to accomplish every day. My To Do list is so long, I never complete everything, and it can be discouraging. Now I will decide my highlight task, and I will be glad to get the most important thing done, even if other items remain on my to-do list. 😌

  • @WanderThisWay
    @WanderThisWay 2 года назад +7

    Thanks for this great video, Aki. I am about to do a mid-year reset for my life and space, as clutter has gotten to be too much for me. I consider myself a minimalist, but would like to have even less, so this video has given me some great ideas for where I can improve.

  • @adhithya8254
    @adhithya8254 7 месяцев назад

    Great fan of this channel! So peaceful and full of optimism!

  • @margaretinsydney3856
    @margaretinsydney3856 2 года назад +4

    I love your channel! On your suggestion, I have added a few minutes of exercise to my morning routine - - yes, it helps hugely to wake me up and get me focused. I'm going to try that 25/5 trick - - it sounds like a winner.

  • @kkamau
    @kkamau 2 года назад +1

    항상 감사드립니다 always thank you sir

  • @sollasollew3208
    @sollasollew3208 2 года назад +2

    Love your channel and life view. Cheers from Australia.

  • @sandracapps5543
    @sandracapps5543 9 месяцев назад

    I hear “a toodle” list! I LOVE it!

  • @susannegerber7360
    @susannegerber7360 2 года назад +2

    Love your channel!
    I try to start the day with something really creative. For a long time i wrote a poem after waking up. That was wonderful. Then over years i meditated to start my day. Now i am thinking about a change. I want to do something more expressive again. Singing could be an option or may be drawing something small to welcome every new day.

  • @ana_djurovic
    @ana_djurovic 2 года назад +2

    Hi, Aki!
    Thank you for all great videos. I am interested in minimalism and Japanese culture and your videos are really helpful. Also, you inspired me to wake up earlier, do morning workout and dring matcha. 😊
    All the best and greetings from Serbia.

  • @bernadet4168
    @bernadet4168 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for sharing, I will try especially pomodoro method. I feel lack of focus because I often multitasking. This remind me it will be better if you focus and do step by step perfectly.

  • @letygarciabnda1685
    @letygarciabnda1685 2 года назад +3

    Hola Aki te saludo desde México, me inspiras a eficientar mis actividades diarias. Me gusta mucho tu canal

  • @lymb3914
    @lymb3914 2 года назад +3

    Hey, Aki-chan! Hello again from America! Your minimalism inspires and somewhat informs my own, so I will definitely be incorporating some of these habits! Thank you for your uploads!

  • @maggiepacifico2327
    @maggiepacifico2327 2 года назад +2

    Hi Aki, i really love watching your videos.. it reminds me my late grandmother shes a japanese. Hope to see more inspiring videos from you. Thank you☺️

  • @ludmilamilacan9001
    @ludmilamilacan9001 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video! Simple easy things make our life easy and simple too.

  • @TheButterflySoulfire
    @TheButterflySoulfire 2 года назад +1

    The HGL idea for journal entries is great!

  • @mirador.poemspilarpardo4710
    @mirador.poemspilarpardo4710 Год назад

    Before I get up from bed I focus on my gratitude for all the people and things that I have in my life. Even if times are hard, I take them as a source of knowledge

  • @Clearly_Blank
    @Clearly_Blank Год назад

    I am grateful for your channel. I find your positive attitude and pleasant demeanor encouraging. You have my utmost respect. Thank you so much.

  • @sobisadventures.8351
    @sobisadventures.8351 Год назад

    Greatly appreciated your video ..respect from London .

  • @ReiTuG
    @ReiTuG 2 года назад +1

    I use some of this methods. They are great. Im going to add the secret journal to complete my diary. Thanks!

  • @Lazh-_-
    @Lazh-_- 2 года назад +1

    I am grateful I found this channel, keep up your good work!

  • @freedom3844
    @freedom3844 Год назад

    Thanks a lot Sir, your videos change my habits and my life. There is a lot of positive habits for our lives from your videos. I wish you all the best ❤🙏

  • @dimitrisvasiliadis5282
    @dimitrisvasiliadis5282 2 года назад +1

    Excellent and wonderful video about traditional and modern Japan and Japanese life. Thank you

  • @barundas7240
    @barundas7240 2 года назад +5

    very informative 🥰
    thanks brother.

  • @katien3022
    @katien3022 2 года назад +1

    Your HGL journal method is awesome! I do something very similar, but instead it is a Highlight, Low, and God moment. It's a game changer!

  • @gailpeczkis5292
    @gailpeczkis5292 2 года назад +8

    Thank you Aki, I like your inspiring videos. I have to get up early to make breakfast and my husband's lunch so that is easy. I have been trying to incorporate more cleaning in my early morning routine after I have my prayer time. I want to incorporate a exercise routine like you so that is the next thing on my bullet list. I will try the matcha too when I find it at the grocery store. Have a great day! I am on your yesterday time.

  • @HeptaLanguages
    @HeptaLanguages 2 года назад +2

    you are a brilliant person, a great you tuber, an interesting Japanese, but i just like to see more videos about your school life, teaching methods, etc.

  • @marisolsalamanca2221
    @marisolsalamanca2221 Год назад

    Simply great! Thank you so much for these wisdom drops. I will add meditation to the daily routine :)

  • @reneelynn444
    @reneelynn444 Год назад

    I can tell that you love matcha and it gives you so much joy by the way you say it! and it makes me happy to hear it 😊. Your videos are inspiring, entertaining and original! I am enjoying your perspectives, ideas and sense of humor!

  • @viralmomentsamp
    @viralmomentsamp 2 года назад +5

    Thank you for making these videos! Recently, I have been getting up early and I have noticed that I can do much more in the morning. It makes me less stressed and less tired later in the day.

  • @starseeker2996
    @starseeker2996 2 года назад +2

    Love all your videos - so calming & precise. Aiming to add in typing practice & pomodoro method into my daily routine. Keep the videos coming!

  • @lucianamartins6257
    @lucianamartins6257 2 года назад +8

    Já disse que amo o fato que tu te preocupa em ter respaldo científico nos assuntos, Aki? Eu amo isso, é um diferencial enorme mesmo que seja num vídeo de 'experimento pessoal'. Obrigada 💖

  • @melissalovesnature3370
    @melissalovesnature3370 2 года назад +2

    Very helpful video! This is exactly what I needed to see today!

  • @polamelka
    @polamelka 2 года назад +5

    Hi Aki, if you wake up at five, what time do you usually go to sleep? Also your evening routine would be nice to see. Great video as always.

  • @gabrielasilva8296
    @gabrielasilva8296 Год назад

    thank you...your videos are very inspiring to me....new habits & new life & new world

  • @lifeessentials0369
    @lifeessentials0369 Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing these. I love your videos. You guided me very well. -Namaste❤️

  • @kushig2932
    @kushig2932 2 года назад +4

    I heard about the pomodoro method before from someone else and wanted to use it never got the chance. Yesterday I downloaded the app and started doing my studying and other activities thank to your video, honestly it's the best as I have difficulty focusing and get easily distracted by social media! thank you for recommending the app! the timer is the best!

    • @_soMaria
      @_soMaria 2 года назад

      What’s the name of the app? I believe that it is called “focus keeper”, instead of “focus”?
      Or is it called “focus - time management“?
      Cos I wanna download the right one.🥺

    • @asiazzaman9387
      @asiazzaman9387 2 года назад +1

      @@_soMaria its focus to-do pamodoro and task.

    • @_soMaria
      @_soMaria 2 года назад

      Thank you so much

  • @Kitty-JuneOhSixJanTwentyFour
    @Kitty-JuneOhSixJanTwentyFour 2 года назад

    Apart from your contents being interesting and possibly useful to people who wants to go minimalist path, it is also refreshing to listen to a Japanese person who spells the l and r sounds correct way in English. Thanks for the videos.

  • @hemabapat3920
    @hemabapat3920 Год назад +1

    My father taught me to make this To Do List every day and that really helped me in my work. After marriage I used to make 2 To Do Lists, one for office and one for home. Home would be on my fridge door. Once my mother in law noticed and said I often find ticks on your office list. But once in a while tick should come on home list as well. Jokingly of course😅

  • @TARNOW-
    @TARNOW- Год назад

    I love your video production and editing! Very professional quality!

  • @marias8007
    @marias8007 2 года назад +1

    I love ur positivity

  • @catherinejames3420
    @catherinejames3420 Год назад

    You are an amazing young man.. Keep it up.. Love your ideas of minimalist.. N picking up the trash.. 🙏💖

  • @sumedha1997
    @sumedha1997 2 года назад +1

    It's nice to meet you through this channel.i am grateful for your videos it changes my thinking ☺️ thank you so much 🙏.
    I daily go to temple by 6'o clock and offer my respects and gratitude to god.this is my routine 🙂

  • @Suki022
    @Suki022 2 года назад +4

    I love your videos! I starting drinking matcha every morning and making it a part of my daily routine. :)

  • @victorytarotdivini
    @victorytarotdivini 2 года назад +2

    So great advice! Super video, like Superman!
    🙆 Wow. And for years, Eastern philosophy and ethics are really inspiring me for the last 10years!One great habit that I have is to do ALL my spiritual practices in the morning, so I have a whole day to be able to be flexible. In the evening before sleep, I do only one short practice.

  • @8MollyGlen6
    @8MollyGlen6 Месяц назад

    Hi Aki-san, I confirm that the Pomodoro method was effective for me last year when I was completing my Master's degree in French as a Foreign Language while working simultaneously. Thank you for posting positive video. Take care! ❤🥰🌻

  • @richardtighe671
    @richardtighe671 Год назад

    Thanks for your inspirational videos Aki.😊

  • @broy1927
    @broy1927 8 месяцев назад

    Thank Samurai for your videos

  • @AlbanAwan
    @AlbanAwan Год назад

    Thank you for this, sharing the E-Typing site with my learn Japanese groups.

  • @gregmeissner9960
    @gregmeissner9960 Год назад

    The only habit I can add to this is daily meditation. I can’t say enough about how this has improved my life over the years.

  • @norakratz7730
    @norakratz7730 2 года назад +2

    Hi Aki! We love your content. So refreshing and interesting. We were curious about your early rising mornings, and wondered what time do you typically wind down for bed? Thanks so much!

  • @suzannehousden1779
    @suzannehousden1779 2 года назад +1

    Thank you!