Inside Japan's Most EXTREME Minimalist's Apartment

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  • čas přidán 13. 04. 2024
  • Today we're looking at the home of Japan's most EXTREME Minimalist. Owning only 250 items, his life seems like quite a challenge, but let's take a look inside his Japanese apartment and see how he does it!
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  • @TokyoLens
    @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +375

    COULD YOU DO IT?? Anyone who's ever seen my studio knows I would struggle lol
    For anyone who wants more of Sibu!! We did a full interview vid too!! czcams.com/video/c8CQcyOCk90/video.html
    Show your love to Shibu down below!!

    • @AmandadeOliveira
      @AmandadeOliveira Před měsícem +14

      I think i would go crazy with so much white.😂😂

    • @JoeSchmmo
      @JoeSchmmo Před měsícem +10

      I can't do this: I like collecting too much

    • @tigerzombie8731
      @tigerzombie8731 Před měsícem +11

      I'm a truck driver. I could probably do it

    • @nulnoh219
      @nulnoh219 Před měsícem +5

      Why would you give a person who don't want more stuff... stuff... He looked so awkward receiving that empty paper bag... XD.

    • @LHyoutube
      @LHyoutube Před měsícem +6

      @@nulnoh219 - Umm, it was a symbolic/gag gift.

  • @AmandadeOliveira
    @AmandadeOliveira Před měsícem +4249

    Is nice to see that he knows what he likes and doesn't deprive himself of it. He has exactly what he wants and needs .

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +215

      I think we can all learn a little from him~

    • @Dauntless.steadfast.fortitude
      @Dauntless.steadfast.fortitude Před měsícem +45

      He's deprived of relationships / companionship at home...
      Not judging...
      His place of solitude...

    • @milkmahtitty
      @milkmahtitty Před měsícem +146

      @@Dauntless.steadfast.fortitude And thats beautiful in many ways! If you are in peace with yourself it's really nice to live the way he lives. So i guess if people are afraid of this solitude/not at peace with yourselves/afraid of "loud" silence, then you are 100% right on that :D

    • @honeylemon3574
      @honeylemon3574 Před měsícem +42

      ikr my favourite part was that he had a game counsel like everyone else haha

    • @28naveenator27van
      @28naveenator27van Před měsícem +20

      This fellow is made to be a zen Buddhist monk in the future. Hes already well on his way.

  • @usamaepekonis
    @usamaepekonis Před měsícem +4346

    That closet reveal was simultaneously anticlimactic and surprising at the same time

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +212

      lol I died

    • @Somtric
      @Somtric Před měsícem +25

      @@TokyoLens I almost feel bad for him.. maybe I don't even have to, but I just... do xD

    • @savannah7375
      @savannah7375 Před měsícem +100

      ​@Somtric I wouldn't! He's clearly put a lot of thought into his collection of items and enjoys his clutter-free space and freedom of movement 😊

    • @Sleepr-bf5zo
      @Sleepr-bf5zo Před měsícem +7

      I laughed out loud xD literally

    • @Galistia
      @Galistia Před měsícem +13

      Schrodinger's closet.

  • @captainmycaptain8334
    @captainmycaptain8334 Před měsícem +537

    i grew up with multiple hoarders in the family, a minimalist lifestyle really draws me in, truly love that he's able to enjoy his space the way he wants to

    • @MangInteresado
      @MangInteresado Před 27 dny +3

      i bet he s lonely, and longing for someone but is afraid of rejection, hence his view on relationship that could be hard to find due to his lifestyle.

    • @Noname-ni8qm
      @Noname-ni8qm Před 24 dny +9

      😂 Then u didnt learn nothing. This is the same thing,in opposite character 😂 Is not funny even,but i prefer them,cus they are clean,not conflict and dont make dirty in the buildings. And also no bugs because of their mess

    • @DaysAreForgottenBaby
      @DaysAreForgottenBaby Před 23 dny +1

      This comment is underrated, I definitely feel for you ❤

    • @DaysAreForgottenBaby
      @DaysAreForgottenBaby Před 23 dny +17

      @@MangInteresadoI think it’s all the way around. Having such an empty space forces you to confront yourself without distractions. He’s happy with himself and I hope he finds the right person for him ❤

    • @MangInteresado
      @MangInteresado Před 23 dny +3

      @@DaysAreForgottenBaby well could be just like the late extreme minimalist STEVE JOBS who had only a lamp shade, stereo, a cup for tea in his mansion. then he met a lovely women who understood him. Steve Jobs also wore black clothes with same style everyday.

  • @paulabroadway1697
    @paulabroadway1697 Před 28 dny +126

    An extreme minimalist who still is prepared for emergencies?
    With a bug out...tube?
    I am impressed!

    • @mari5london
      @mari5london Před 3 dny +1

      Japan is a quake-ridden place...storing a emergency bag is pretty common there. (never seen the tube-ish one, though!)

  • @Mabaz
    @Mabaz Před měsícem +1607

    As someone who keeps pieces of broken stuff for an eventual future where I would need it, I truly respect minimalists.

    • @BakaNeBaka
      @BakaNeBaka Před měsícem +77

      *Stares at my gigantic box of craft bits for 'future' projects. I'd SURELY need that twine from that cute gift I got years ago...* Hahaha

    • @Mabaz
      @Mabaz Před měsícem +18

      @@BakaNeBaka Ikr! I'm staring at the packaging of a gift from last year right now as I'm typing this haha

    • @fly3513
      @fly3513 Před měsícem +11

      When I give away some old pants I feel minimal 😂 but this earns my respect

    • @sheripatel961
      @sheripatel961 Před měsícem +10

      You’re like my husband. An engineer, he has scraps of plastic, metal, wire, old cylinders, anything he feels he may need 2 decades down the line 😂😂😂😂

    • @jessica0321
      @jessica0321 Před měsícem +6

      Haha! Cute. Relatable. I love how you used self-deprication to express yourself (in the most gentle and humorous way) while also not trashing the opposition. I wish more people were like you. I was gonna post something about how extreme minimalism can be just as pathological as hoarding, and then read your comment and was like "why do I need to say anything?" Thank you.

  • @thecasualcaribou
    @thecasualcaribou Před měsícem +1887

    He’s got really all the essentials still. He even thinks about emergencies and has supplies for that as a minimalist

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +88

      really impressive

    • @kushiro6302
      @kushiro6302 Před měsícem +19

      ​@@abigailmaxwell1151 they have bidets

    • @user-kc4rh6wn6u
      @user-kc4rh6wn6u Před měsícem +16

      @@abigailmaxwell1151 average american

    • @GavinKn
      @GavinKn Před měsícem +16

      @@abigailmaxwell1151 There was toilet paper on the holster

    • @renogunzddragon1900
      @renogunzddragon1900 Před měsícem

      ​@@abigailmaxwell1151asians actually clean their ass using water(from bidets) + soap + towels/toilet paper...and he has toilet paper..asians are cleaner than most western bruhh.

  • @Void_Creature4
    @Void_Creature4 Před 9 dny +22

    the all white walls and floor make this look like sensory deprivation torture room 💀

  • @sarahpalmer411
    @sarahpalmer411 Před měsícem +192

    His life seems so relaxing and calm. I like the way he speaks, he seems very content and comfortable.

  • @Sickopuppie
    @Sickopuppie Před měsícem +951

    Hates curtains but loves projectors. This man is something else.

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +41

      right?!

    • @svenp.8378
      @svenp.8378 Před měsícem +1

      xD

    • @estripp420
      @estripp420 Před 24 dny +12

      he probably uses the daylight outside his house and uses the projector at night

    • @astroboirap
      @astroboirap Před 23 dny +24

      and he probably bench presses 300lb with all that protein and weight lifting gloves

    • @justmechanicthings
      @justmechanicthings Před 22 dny +5

      @@astroboirap but pushes the handful of items around on a cart

  • @BeardedNerdSE
    @BeardedNerdSE Před měsícem +1389

    Kind of strange certainly, but actually designing his own gear to be even more optimized pushes him over into brilliant. I could use a shirt like that.

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +91

      we could all use that shirt for sure!

    • @thenotoriousgryyn342
      @thenotoriousgryyn342 Před měsícem +11

      @@TokyoLens I want a shirt like that!!

    • @hikaritsumi2123
      @hikaritsumi2123 Před měsícem +9

      I would alos love to use that shirt but what I think is drying it will be very much painful...

    • @RejabIbrahim
      @RejabIbrahim Před měsícem +6

      @TokyoLens I want that shirt too. How to get it?

    • @thecamillarose9806
      @thecamillarose9806 Před 26 dny

      He did say it's company name in the video it's "less is _jp"​@@RejabIbrahim

  • @katevossmusic
    @katevossmusic Před 16 dny +69

    “You’ve given me an empty bag… Thank you very much. I will use it as a garbage bin!” 🤣
    I LOVED this video! What a beautiful and authentic way of expressing himself through and in his home. He seems quite content (and funny!) and I admire his dedication to a quiet, still, and self-assured life 💜.

  • @renee9745
    @renee9745 Před měsícem +79

    What an interesting and innovative man. 13 minutes to pack up house...that is impressive.

  • @chrislessard975
    @chrislessard975 Před měsícem +934

    The apartment appears a lot bigger due to the minimalist approach. That closet reveal was like who the villain was, and you didn't suspect them.

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +52

      LOL gotta love that closet

    • @cj-gunn
      @cj-gunn Před měsícem +5

      best comment 😂

    • @rosameijering5161
      @rosameijering5161 Před měsícem +1

      That is true!

    • @copspybot8293
      @copspybot8293 Před měsícem

      I live in a 40 sq ft and with only 212 items total it indeed feels too big. Problem is, at least in EU, there is no other option. 20 sq ft or less houses are rarely available or non-existent, so you are forced to pay more rent. This is why people end up hoarding.

  • @shellturner6857
    @shellturner6857 Před měsícem +673

    It sounds like his sense of minimalism allows him to really focus on the things that give him joy. And I'm sure it's an enjoyable hobby in itself.

    • @bzomeful
      @bzomeful Před měsícem +17

      Is it that the minimalism allows him to focus on the things that give him joy or that focusing on minimalism, in itself, is the principle thing that gives him joy?
      Or it just so happens that his three main passions (design, samurai theatre and gaming) don’t necessarily require a large amount of items at home or completely mesh with his love of minimalism. For example, if he was an avid golfer, he would probably be conflicted given a full golf set has tons of items (14 clubs, a bag, balls, tees, etc).
      I’m interested in where he keeps his tools and equipment (rented workshop space maybe?) especially if he is designing and making his own clothes and items.

    • @stevechowder3896
      @stevechowder3896 Před měsícem +4

      Is wearing a wig considered a hobby???

    • @loniagarwala9608
      @loniagarwala9608 Před 28 dny +1

      ⁠@@bzomeful yes, somehow it seems a “fad” because it’s self indulgent and one has to make a special effort to be minimal which itself defeats the purpose

  • @SpanishPrincess89
    @SpanishPrincess89 Před 19 dny +17

    I'm also a minimalist I literally have never felt so much better being one It's literally changed my life and while I'm proud of how I have minimized my space I find myself inspired yet again to minimize my space even more so now after watching this video.

  • @SerenaZhang.
    @SerenaZhang. Před 27 dny +37

    Honestly, he's so cool. To know what you want and need in life, and ACTUALLY having what you want and need in life- Yeah, it's something I definitely aspire to be.

    • @dianaselnekovicova948
      @dianaselnekovicova948 Před 9 dny +1

      And his talking that it is hard to find partner that would accept this type of life and don’t want to push someone to it really made me like him. I think if he finds right person and make seperated spaces for both of them it is possible. And honestly just looking at his apartment makes me feel so peasful I don’t know what it is maybe the idea how easy it must be to clean that apartment 😂

  • @lorenzoreyes1692
    @lorenzoreyes1692 Před měsícem +420

    Tons of respect to the man for being the main user of his inventions, if you dont like what you create how can you wait someone else do it for you, a living example

  • @sebastianmoore4875
    @sebastianmoore4875 Před měsícem +457

    I think my desk corner alone has more stuff than he has in his apartment. That's mad impressive that he even made his own things to assist in keeping the item count down while still remaining convenient

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +19

      lol yea mine too~

    • @megan893
      @megan893 Před měsícem +9

      Right!!?? My 5 year olds table has more crap on it than that man has in his entire house 😅 Crazy

    • @stevechowder3896
      @stevechowder3896 Před měsícem +4

      Actually he has like 100 smaller items under the wig he is wearing!!!

  • @shintahrl6198
    @shintahrl6198 Před 23 dny +20

    Amazing. Im a hoarder and compulsive shopper and i admire this man minimalism

  • @tofire2261
    @tofire2261 Před 19 dny +5

    as a maximalist, i love this guy. Bro s happy w what he's got, and doesnt deprive himself for the sake of an aesthetic or anythin. he's just vibin. and his shirt with many pockets is genius, i wish i had one lol

  • @rafaelm3523
    @rafaelm3523 Před měsícem +210

    I'm impressed tbh. at first I thought its gonna be like a boring life but when he showed his camera gear, Nintendo switch, his hobbies, his products, that I'm convinced he is really enjoying his life with minimal items. Also he considers the idea of having a family with that kind of lifestyle and he is also aware and fine if he ends up growing old alone.

    • @calliteasy5542
      @calliteasy5542 Před měsícem +5

      True minimalist

    • @mothball5425
      @mothball5425 Před měsícem +6

      Such a lovely, humble and talented guy

    • @novaexx6587
      @novaexx6587 Před 24 dny +1

      And just by having minimal amount of items, he isn't spending unnecessary money on fast consumerism (even his clothes were designed by himself!), which means that he can use it for items he really wants and he can either splurge or save for later use

    • @emmapeel8163
      @emmapeel8163 Před 5 dny

      he's not having a family. he's too attached to his own way of life to change it for anyone.

  • @TheBlueClover2012
    @TheBlueClover2012 Před měsícem +447

    What's not to like? He's clean, neat, organized, clearly knows what he wants in life, interesting, funny, passionate & consistent with his hobbies, creative, tech savvy, geeky, which I like... ya, I can see many ppl liking him as a bf/husband. Just the minimalist part is a bit difficult. But hey, rooms n items can be divided n she can have her section & he'll only have to mind his part. It could work if both compromise a bit.
    Also, sincerely hope he sells his shirt & shopping bag. They are kinda cool.

    • @DaysAreForgottenBaby
      @DaysAreForgottenBaby Před 23 dny +58

      As a woman I find him attractive. I think he’s creative, independent and has very clear ideas. Having an empty home forces us to look at ourselves, whether we like it or not. I find it fascinating and I don’t think he’s lonely at all. His shirt is the best creation ever 😳

    • @TheBlueClover2012
      @TheBlueClover2012 Před 23 dny +28

      @DaysAreForgottenBaby ya, I agree. But unlike him, I do enjoy collecting "useless" trinkets, so I just respect his lifestyle, knowing I can't/ won't do it. But those that can, might find him to be an ideal partner.

    • @kenelmpijay
      @kenelmpijay Před 17 dny +3

      I suppose the difference in value attached to items/"stuff" can be hard. Love and compromise can go a long way, but it's such a different outlook on life... Starting a family would be very complex. How many rompers would he buy for a baby?

    • @n.a.7723
      @n.a.7723 Před 17 dny +6

      That or marry a minimalist wife and we can share things!!!

    • @lutamaki8054
      @lutamaki8054 Před 11 dny +1

      my favourite part was the shirt!!

  • @bekanimal
    @bekanimal Před 29 dny +8

    To what he was saying at the end about the difficulties being in a relationship this way .. if I met someone I really liked / loved and they were a minimalist like this, I would really admire and respect that part of them and also try to minimize my stuff as much as I could to help bring our lifestyles more in sync

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před 29 dny +5

      Love hearing when the world has kind and supportive people~

    • @amalienoelle
      @amalienoelle Před 12 dny

      I think this could also be a situation where a couple can live separately long-term, that way neither one has to sacrifice their peace of mind in their home!

  • @olyraguzman3808
    @olyraguzman3808 Před měsícem +11

    I laughed a lot when he said that his mini laptop made in China it's better than the one made from Apple. As someone that it's always carrying many things to everywhere i definitely feel jealous of him

  • @KirstenReusch
    @KirstenReusch Před měsícem +709

    I don't think I could live with that little stuff in my space, but the products he's developed are really cool and handy

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +38

      really impressive...

    • @stevechowder3896
      @stevechowder3896 Před měsícem +2

      The wig that he is wearing is not that little!!!

    • @suu1998
      @suu1998 Před měsícem +3

      ​@@stevechowder3896what wig

    • @hadhamalnam
      @hadhamalnam Před 29 dny

      ​@@TokyoLensそれしか言えへんかい

    • @Mak7even
      @Mak7even Před 20 dny

      ​@@stevechowder3896bruh))

  • @km08
    @km08 Před měsícem +286

    Many think of minimalism as depriving, but what he has is a lifestyle that embodies his personality which is a win.

    • @fibonacci-dilemma3675
      @fibonacci-dilemma3675 Před měsícem +11

      I see it as a very healthy form of modern living it’s very inspiring for when I have my own place

    • @pedromfl
      @pedromfl Před 27 dny +2

      @@Gigi-ho2qk This whole video feels ill. Respectable in a way sure but this looks like mental health issues to me, I don't know.

    • @grifyn882
      @grifyn882 Před 25 dny +2

      i see it like a sad place :(
      i would not be happy to live in this hospital room....

    • @fibonacci-dilemma3675
      @fibonacci-dilemma3675 Před 25 dny +3

      @@grifyn882no one said it had to be exactly like his setup, I think it’s nice to take inspiration from for the sake of mental health and getting rid of clutter.

    • @fibonacci-dilemma3675
      @fibonacci-dilemma3675 Před 24 dny +3

      @@Gigi-ho2qk you tell him that but he’ll be fine either way he ain’t changing for you just cause you don’t like it 😭

  • @EloLeChan
    @EloLeChan Před 4 dny +1

    Honestly I get it. This guy doesn't bother with too many unnecessary things and finds the most peace of mind that way, while also doing what he likes to do. I respect that

  • @WrenMcNally
    @WrenMcNally Před měsícem +7

    He is so stinking cute! You can really tell he finds a lot of pride in keeping his space organized and small. I hope he can find someone who shares his passion but kids need stuff so that may be a issue. His bag coat is brilliant too.

  • @saberkite
    @saberkite Před měsícem +292

    I am in awe. I have met some really minimalist people, but Shibu has them all beat. He makes them look messy. I was blown away when he showed off his hobbies and that they fit in those small bags. He even has an extra controller! And that shirt?! I was already admiring the pockets then he goes on and sticks a Macbook into it. And that little computer that has a keyboard and a controller.
    I am likely his direct opposite. I see an empty space, I must fill it. My hobbies? I will have every equipment needed, lol. Another great video, Norm.

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +14

      Glad you enjoyed it that much!

    • @XSemperIdem5
      @XSemperIdem5 Před měsícem +17

      That MacBook practically disappearing into the shirt pocket was like some magic trick. I wonder how it feels weight-wise.

  • @Argumentable
    @Argumentable Před měsícem +200

    He may be a minimalist but it's clear he's got everything planned out to exactly what he wants and needs. It's actually kind of refreshing. I don't know if I could live the minimalist lifestyle but I could certainly cut back on a lot of things that I own

  • @TheShauNanigans
    @TheShauNanigans Před 19 dny +2

    Not living your life with another person simply because you also don't want to live with things, especially when it seems you do actually want a companion, is also super depressing.

  • @bryanmcdougall6973
    @bryanmcdougall6973 Před 23 dny +4

    As a contractor I get the appeal. That feeling knowing your whole life is in one bag, makes life alot easier.

  • @vincentsat
    @vincentsat Před 5 dny

    This is one of your best videos. It was the video that made me google and look up multiple subjects as it was loaded with good material and items. You have such a respectful demeanor.

  • @danalexandru8842
    @danalexandru8842 Před 29 dny +2

    Big respect for this brave man, i’m with you, keep follow you dreams🎉

  • @offwegothen
    @offwegothen Před měsícem +115

    I also used to wear black, but after a long time the lack of color seemed depressing to me. The consistency of this minimalist is truly impressive. I think his clothes with many pockets are fantastic, very practical.

    • @hermanhuge6109
      @hermanhuge6109 Před 29 dny +9

      I've started transitioning to a medium grey + accent color. It blends even better than black (esp. with different shades of itself) and looks a little less gloomy.

    • @paulineferrill4348
      @paulineferrill4348 Před 26 dny +5

      I also want a minimalist wardrobe, but with color. I'm thinking I'll make myself some black paper bag waist pants and then for other things incorporate only my favorite colors.

    • @marielee4643
      @marielee4643 Před 23 dny

      Same...I transition to navy blue and deep purple after wearing black for a long time.

    • @angelofdeath275
      @angelofdeath275 Před 22 dny

      lmao what is this

  • @farahbobarah3753
    @farahbobarah3753 Před 15 dny +3

    He seemed so stressed out when you gave him a present and still had to think about how he would use the empty bag. Love it!

  • @simivongola538
    @simivongola538 Před 28 dny +4

    His house is so calm n not overly stimulating.

  • @user-ym6wq2mm1p
    @user-ym6wq2mm1p Před měsícem +55

    I'm Japanese.I'm big fun of his!
    I watched most of his youtube.
    But It was first time I'd seen anything outside his room.
    He is the most popular among Japanese minimalists.
    Everyone imitates him. He's very influential.
    I'll check out your other videos too!
    Thank you for sharing the great video!
    ほんとに、ありがとうございます!

    • @thecamillarose9806
      @thecamillarose9806 Před 26 dny +6

      Really! I hope he finds a girl who watches him and likes that style too!

    • @LockedOutBy2FA
      @LockedOutBy2FA Před 11 dny

      @@thecamillarose9806 I'm afraid it wouldn't be the same, but if it makes him happy, who knows...

  • @DividedZone
    @DividedZone Před měsícem +89

    While I definitely don't think I could live that kind of lifestyle, it was really cool seeing what items and gadgets he keeps in his daily life! Also, that jacket he made is so cool!

  • @starrynight1329
    @starrynight1329 Před 21 dnem +5

    I was fascinated to see how much he has pared down his life. Truly inspirational, I will never be able to achieve such a level but I can't wait to do a massive clear out now. 😊

  • @nelliemonnin6543
    @nelliemonnin6543 Před 21 dnem +1

    Im so madly truly in love with his attitude and lifestyle. Good for him!

  • @with_me_JAPAN
    @with_me_JAPAN Před měsícem +209

    Although he calls himself minimalist it is interesting to see him having unusual items that he’s really into such as many kinds of spices, projector (and I think he has defuser too?) The way he lives must give him lots of inspiration! Thank you for the interesting video😆

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +46

      it was really interesting to see exactly WHAT items he has attached to~
      It's why I did the whole second vid just interviewing him and linked it
      His whole mindset was so different from me!!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Před měsícem +12

      His inventions are so interesting! He really views the world in a whole new way!

    • @lhb82
      @lhb82 Před měsícem +6

      It looks like the projector is his ceiling light, too. So two functions in one device. Clever.

  • @kamilahmaudsley964
    @kamilahmaudsley964 Před měsícem +63

    I aspire to this man's level of organization and resourcefulness

  • @Mysterya_The_northern_light

    impressive!! This is, i think, the best video so far from this theme, really got inspired...

  • @nyomanyogaiswara8072
    @nyomanyogaiswara8072 Před 27 dny

    this is a really unique way of life. not only unique but also extraordinary. i cannot comprehend how less is this guy can go. love it

  • @Pkou
    @Pkou Před měsícem +47

    I don't think I could live like that but when I look around just my room... there really is a LOT of stuff that is just sitting there and hasn't been touched for a long LONG time.
    And that folding magnetic shopping bag is a very cool idea.

  • @MarioSratss
    @MarioSratss Před 9 dny +1

    I really love and respect the way he is living. I have so much stuff and it makes problems and chaos really often. His magnetic shopping bag the clothes are amazing.

  • @artmaknev3738
    @artmaknev3738 Před 21 dnem +3

    The guy is calm af, he doesn't have any clutter, less stress!

  • @dreamingofpemberly
    @dreamingofpemberly Před měsícem +81

    That shirt is awesome. Love the hidden storage for necessary stuff on the go

    • @BettinaSchnerr
      @BettinaSchnerr Před měsícem +5

      A wonderful piece of clothing indeed :-)

    • @dreamingofpemberly
      @dreamingofpemberly Před měsícem +6

      I got a well-needed laugh that he got stopped at the airport for lack of luggage while wearing this. Makes a person rethink the concept of big luggage suitcases.

    • @tarraingart
      @tarraingart Před měsícem +2

      my problem would be i’d forget something in one of the back hidden pockets and wash it with like a cable or something in

    • @tor.exe_
      @tor.exe_ Před měsícem +1

      @@tarraingart Yeah I also wonder if the person in this video has had that kind of experience lol. But maybe by being minimalistic, he has become extremely mindful of what stuff he does or doesn't have; or what stuff is placed in this or that place.

  • @sayah.6817
    @sayah.6817 Před měsícem +136

    He's not living in that apartment, He's haunting it

  • @julie2452
    @julie2452 Před 18 hodinami

    I cannot imagine how freeing this lifestyle would be. Minimalism makes my brain happy, but this takes the idea of minimalism to a whole new level. I love it! My favorite part of this video was the fire extinguisher reveal and the excitement of finding one in white.

  • @PeachMangaPie
    @PeachMangaPie Před 19 dny +1

    Wow! This guy is soo innovative and interesting! I love the minimalist lifestyle because it keeps everything clean and practical. I'm sure he'll find someone to share this kind of life with. 😊

  • @chelseacarpenter2302
    @chelseacarpenter2302 Před měsícem +29

    As someone who just moved last weekend ... I WISH I was this much of a minimalist 😅😅 we have so much stuff that I packing is taking forever!
    Much love from Arizona 💜💜

  • @mionka96
    @mionka96 Před měsícem +40

    I need that bagless shirt!!! I love Sibu's perspective when it comes to moving and realizing how many things you actually need or use in your daily life. Also love the gift you gave him! The fact that I knew immediately it was going to be used as a trash bag and was correct made me laugh out loud XD

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +3

      he knocked it out of the park with that shirt!

  • @riseevolution
    @riseevolution Před 26 dny

    fantastic interview! just amazing how he is pure minimalism person... that jacket is amazing

  • @chrisreeve51
    @chrisreeve51 Před 14 dny +1

    I admire this and I don’t have too much stuff myself. But for me there is a value in having certain unnecessary objects that remind me of past experiences. Or because they’re pleasing to look at. And I have things for guests e.g. crockery, bedding. He seems content but I hope he doesn’t deprive himself.
    Also I really want that emergency tube!

  • @dustsky
    @dustsky Před měsícem +50

    While minimalism may not appeal to everyone, the reality is that we often accumulate more possessions than we truly need. Addressing this tendency is a crucial first step toward freeing ourselves from unnecessary burdens and possessions, ultimately leading to a more simplified and fulfilling life.

  • @tamiwithani
    @tamiwithani Před měsícem +68

    I love that even though he's minimalist, he has all his hobby stuff. lots of minimalist talk about hobbies and the related things like "if you dont have 2 shirts and sleep on the ground, you aren't minimalist. you have a switch? not minimalist. go and read Thoreau or something "

  • @kawikabenzon
    @kawikabenzon Před 25 dny +2

    That shirt/jacket is amazing. Is there anyway to purchase it? Great video & I love his take on minimalism & his outlook.

  • @westsidermetalhead4997

    Dude is one of the cleanest, most organized, arranged and calmest gamers, manga, anime enjoyers I've seen.

  • @cris_ad
    @cris_ad Před měsícem +139

    Hate minimalism, but love efficiency. That shirt is so well designed.

    • @TokyoLens
      @TokyoLens  Před měsícem +8

      lol it really is

    • @elund408
      @elund408 Před měsícem +7

      It's perfect for shoplifting. 😉

    • @pillepolle3122
      @pillepolle3122 Před měsícem +7

      why do you hate minimalism?

    • @RioTVEVO
      @RioTVEVO Před měsícem +5

      @@pillepolle3122 it's not pragmatic for most people

    • @pillepolle3122
      @pillepolle3122 Před měsícem +7

      @@RioTVEVO a Lamborghini also is not pragmatic for most people but I don't HATE the cars because of that! On the contrary. I admire them and I also respect the people who live a minimalistic lifestyle.

  • @laurabraus
    @laurabraus Před měsícem +17

    the light with the projector just blew my mind. the magnetic bag was also so cool!

  • @Auto-Generated-Nil
    @Auto-Generated-Nil Před 17 dny

    Please do more videos like this its calming as well as inspirational

  • @princemoyaba
    @princemoyaba Před 10 dny +2

    Wow a mental hospital disguised as an apartment is crazy😂😂😂

  • @oliwri
    @oliwri Před měsícem +58

    Lmao I think he might have been actually relieved that the gift was just the paper bag 😆

    • @wehcd
      @wehcd Před 29 dny +20

      I laughed when he said "I will use it for trash"

    • @paulineferrill4348
      @paulineferrill4348 Před 26 dny +7

      I thought it was going to be something consumable like a fancy Miyazaki mango 😂

    • @DomorVerbeuk
      @DomorVerbeuk Před 12 dny +1

      I was expecting food.

  • @47shawty12
    @47shawty12 Před měsícem +20

    Hahaha the gift was so funny! And he immediately thought of a use for it too. Amazing guy

  • @tomimon
    @tomimon Před 16 dny +1

    I admire how he's going full-on "essentialist"! 💯
    I've started decluttering to achieve something similar to what he has as well. So far, I've been doing alright!

  • @_DROM_
    @_DROM_ Před měsícem +14

    Putting aside he's a minimalist, he has a recognisable system to me. When I lived on my own, I can tell you, I learned so much, because you don't have time. I was studying and working. I had little time to organize and clean my home, not to mention do the groceries, laundry, shopping. Like him, I put my life in boxes. Everything is organized in boxes and baskets.
    I'm married now, I have decorations in our home for example, but they also have their boxes I just chuck them in when I need. This guy rotates clothes. We do that too. We have our going out clothes and the everyday clothes that we rotate (gym clothes included). We also go around thinking of ways to make our lives more effective/organized and how to get rid of things, but we are not minimalists.
    (The way he held his phone. My guy is young!)

  • @The_Rising_Phoenix_
    @The_Rising_Phoenix_ Před měsícem +27

    He is right, we all have things that we dont need. Somethimes less, is more.
    My old Apartment burned down, and after losing all I owned, i realized that yiu dont need so much things to be happy.
    And yes, you are not alone, my clothes are also all black since 25 years.

    • @ethiopiazoldyk4667
      @ethiopiazoldyk4667 Před měsícem +3

      Wow. An all black closet sounds so cool. Like a video game character

    • @The_Rising_Phoenix_
      @The_Rising_Phoenix_ Před měsícem

      @@ethiopiazoldyk4667 easy finding matching Socks :)

    • @The_Rising_Phoenix_
      @The_Rising_Phoenix_ Před 28 dny

      @@ethiopiazoldyk4667 easy finding matching Socks.

    • @ethiopiazoldyk4667
      @ethiopiazoldyk4667 Před 28 dny

      @@The_Rising_Phoenix_ actually that's true 😅

    • @SaudadeSerena
      @SaudadeSerena Před 10 dny

      why all black, and not even white or beige for a hot summer?.. if i may ask.

  • @traxcltr8721
    @traxcltr8721 Před měsícem +27

    This man is actually a genius and is truly living, he owns his possessions, they don’t own him.

    • @carbon1740
      @carbon1740 Před 21 dnem +1

      Absolutely, good point.
      In this day and age that's rare.

    • @maix139
      @maix139 Před dnem

      So true lol

  • @mooncakerabbithender7203
    @mooncakerabbithender7203 Před měsícem

    After seeing this Im feeling so claustrophobic with my house filled to the ceiling with things. I admire this mans mind and how he applies his thoughts into a vision of a clear space. I would think a door fitted in the kitchen area to cover his food would make it less noticeable. I loved his clothes and that bag!!!! I want! Thankyou for sharing a lovely video. Not sure if that gift was exciting enough to receive A gift card would be more appropriate.

  • @JuiiceBoxxx93
    @JuiiceBoxxx93 Před měsícem

    Loved the gift you gave him! 😭 Was honestly a very thoughtful gift for a minimalist 🖤

    • @tor.exe_
      @tor.exe_ Před měsícem

      Now you made me wonder about being friends with a minimalist. You can't just give them the regular stuff, it might make them distressed about cluttering their place. Maybe food?

  • @Illuya_
    @Illuya_ Před měsícem +8

    Even though I have little in common with Sibu's lifestyle, I find it pretty inspiring how he's fully embraced his quirks... he's very authentic

  • @WifeMamaArtist
    @WifeMamaArtist Před měsícem +55

    I couldn’t live on a home without colour. Colour gives me so much joy!

    • @ABC-ed8cg
      @ABC-ed8cg Před měsícem +10

      Colors are very visually distracting and tiresome to me. I prefer clean, plain & homogenous surroundings without any colors to break up the lines. White spaces allow me to relax and think.. White also enlarges a space.

    • @Fnugilet
      @Fnugilet Před 29 dny +5

      Same. Huge white spaces gives me anxiety, I can't help but feel like I'm in a hospital or the afterlife 😂 Nature is not white and streemlined and I want to fell like outside is inside 💚

    • @yes12337
      @yes12337 Před 29 dny +1

      I agree, but if the walls were in a nice, vibrant colour, then the space would be nearly perfect.

    • @v1rdgz148
      @v1rdgz148 Před 28 dny +7

      You Can be a minimaliste and use a lot of color

    • @paulineferrill4348
      @paulineferrill4348 Před 26 dny +1

      For me I think if I were to have a blank space like this it would mean I'm spending most of my time outside and my home is just a place to rest.

  • @lensapnit
    @lensapnit Před 20 dny +1

    I definitely can't do it completely but I can definitely lessen my clutter. This video is very inspiring! Thank you for this!

  • @pepsipwns666
    @pepsipwns666 Před měsícem +2

    What a nightmare! Its like living in a padded cell, almost inhumane...

  • @micosan
    @micosan Před měsícem +8

    I liked the fact that he loves sauna, warms a Finn's heart.

  • @AnnikaVictoria24
    @AnnikaVictoria24 Před měsícem +15

    I am an artist and maximalist with adhd who loves colour and the idea of living here makes me desperately unhappy 😅 however i love his efficiency and that he's designed so much of his own stuff!! I dont like waste and think people over consume, too. So i really appreciate that about him. its amazing how different people can be!!

    • @rosameijering5161
      @rosameijering5161 Před měsícem +1

      Yeah some people just like the room a bit empty, to clear your head

  • @BooleanDisorder
    @BooleanDisorder Před 6 dny

    This was nice! Thank you Shiba, for showing us the humble life of someone with just enough items. ☺

  • @blurobinss
    @blurobinss Před 13 dny

    It feels a bit strange to say but thank you for interviewing Sibu! Listening to him talk about his home and passions just made me very happy and I hope for all the best for him

  • @Athiyna
    @Athiyna Před měsícem +6

    This is inspiring actually, thanks for the great video!

  • @quirkynation
    @quirkynation Před měsícem +4

    His designs and vision are amazing. Quite a unique and wonderful view of life. Thanks for sharing this story!

  • @phillipbailey70
    @phillipbailey70 Před 15 dny

    I love it when I get recommended something I wouldn't normally think of watching, and then find the 15 minutes just fly by! Fascinating video

  • @lormor460
    @lormor460 Před 29 dny +1

    As long as he is happy, I think this is awesome. Everything is so clean 😊

  • @JoeSchmmo
    @JoeSchmmo Před měsícem +13

    I give him props, i could never live like that haha. I really do love the idea of his minimalist emergency bag! Thats a very good idea!

  • @Sunnnehh
    @Sunnnehh Před měsícem +3

    I find myself aspiring to this level of minimalism; it takes a significant amount of self control and organization to live that kind of life and Sibu-san is clearly content with his choice. Such a cute, thoughtful gift! 🤭

  • @edmundsackbauer2284
    @edmundsackbauer2284 Před 14 dny

    I really like what he said how not having to think too much about daily choices keeps the mind clean. Fully agree on that.

  • @rociocalderon3204
    @rociocalderon3204 Před 21 dnem

    Wow,He does it perfectly for his needs! Loved❤ his clothing design.

  • @FoxyfloofJumps
    @FoxyfloofJumps Před měsícem +3

    I have a lot of respect for him. He doesn't let material things chain him down. He focuses more on living, and less on acquisition.

  • @FEARMELIVE
    @FEARMELIVE Před měsícem +3

    Such an incredible artist! Thank you for sharing

  • @jgray4234
    @jgray4234 Před měsícem +4

    Very cool. I think it's great and so much less stress. He still has important things, just less of it. I felt calm seeing such a clear and uncluttered space.

    • @toya2777
      @toya2777 Před 27 dny

      I feel the opposite 😅

  • @AlmightyRager95
    @AlmightyRager95 Před 18 dny +1

    Only 3 minutes in, and I kinda dig the setup. Hardly even an ounce of clutter, efficient, simple, and to the point.
    8:14 I'd buy that shirt in a heartbeat.

  • @hvacdoc
    @hvacdoc Před měsícem +7

    That dude is awesome. He likes to keep it simple, i can appreciate that

  • @ggerdagg
    @ggerdagg Před měsícem +5

    This is sooo cool! He doesn’t have a lot of stuff but everything is best quality and he actually use it!

  • @CaCao_Fm
    @CaCao_Fm Před 3 dny

    What a blessing. I'm not the only one. I've been traveling the world since 2006. I have been living in a new country for 3.5-5 years in different regions and cities. At the beginning, I had the usual amount of things and when I moved, I sent things by delivery. But still, every move I rethought the need for each thing, evaluating whether the thing was worth moving on with me. Then it was important for me to fit into 1 large suitcase. Now I am already an experienced minimalist. I travel with a suitcase for carry-on luggage, a musical instrument, a tea set and a supply of pu-erh (this is not always easy to find in a new country), equipment for filming, I create content and my hobby - I make sacred jewelry for prayer. All this: a suitcase for hand luggage, a bag for a musical instrument and a backpack. At the same time, the quality of my life and the feeling of comfort are always available to me.

  • @QueenStashes
    @QueenStashes Před 27 dny +1

    Most satisfying video I’ve seen in a long time!

  • @aMEWzed
    @aMEWzed Před měsícem +7

    Oh goodness, this is definitely a mindset. One must have so much control. A clean way to live like a monk. I would fail epically trying to quell my inner pack rat. Lol
    Thank you for showing life in alternate perspectives & ways. Your videos always leave me with a new appreciation of how life can be happily lived differently: bigger, smaller, in the air, on the water, with music, full of art, simple or complicated.

  • @13thzephyr
    @13thzephyr Před měsícem +3

    I'm a work in progress minimalist, this guy is at the extreme level and I love it.

  • @caldowning
    @caldowning Před měsícem +1

    I have a suggestion for cutting down on kitchen items: if he made a batch of curry powder that he likes the mix of then he would only need 1 jar of mixed spice instead of the many smaller jars. Just a thought.
    Also that bagless jacket is amazing