Enjoy following your channel. Been following your family’s channel for years (we’re RVers, too). My son (22 yo) and I will be traveling to Japan for the first time in April, 2024. He will graduate from college in December and the trip is his graduation present. Keep the vids coming. We love seeing what you’re up to.
This was great Elijah, love learning from you as you explore this new part of your life :) would love to hear more about meeting people in Japan as a foreigner, what's been good and what has been difficult. I imagine meeting people and having friends makes everything else a little easier
So very proud of you in Japan being your best self👍 My daughter was teaching in South Korea a couple of years ago. I went for a visit. Loved it there, was so much more than I expected😊
What a wonderful experience you are having I have always been curious about this little country. Will be looking forward to seeing it through your eyes. Love from your 81 yr old adopted Nan-Naw from Florida.
Haha yes, we want to hear about your dates- especially the one where you got stuck in the airport overnight! Will you be seeing her again? Also, it would be interesting to hear about the cultural differences in dating Japanese. Thank you! And good luck with your room!
Back in 2004, my oldest daughter and I stayed in house very similar to the one you are living in during our two week trip to Japan. The kitchen was bigger, but the bathing and toilet facilities were older. One of my friends that we were visiting got a kick out of the fact that we had to turn a crank to start the pilot light for the shower's water heater. It wasn't luxury lodging, but it served our needs as a home base while we traveled around visiting internet friends and attending concerts... and even in 2004, $200 for two weeks of lodging was a bargain. We were the only short-term renters there. Everyone else was a mixture of college students and musicians - some foreigners like us, most native Japanese. We really enjoyed the experience.
I pay 420€ in a shared flat with 3 other girls in Barcelona. You have my full support and I think most young people like us go through a similar process.
Good to see a post from you again! I did see the one you deleted, but, yes, there were some confusing aspects to it. Although it was interesting to see the place you visited. And I'll definitely check your other site out. By all means, post here, whenever you can, it's interesting to hear about your life there!
Hi Elijah I'm so glad that you're doing well in Japan you have a really cute apartment or share house I've been following your mom and your dad's videos and all of you guys going up well God bless you Elijah God be with you always I'm so proud of you that you are on your own exploring the world and building memories for yourself for your future I'll be looking forward to another video
Love seeing how you are adjusting and finding your place in Japan. Have you watched videos by Tokyo Lens? Just discoved it & how he highlights tiny living in Japan. Some of them are really nice...like the one built under train tracks (better than it sounds 😂) which has great food too.
Hi Elijah I have also been following you and your parents I started following when you guys were traveling around in the 5 th wheel and you guys have all really grown god yo see and hear your doing hood and what a nest experience to be in
Good for you you young fellow.. Making the connections that are needed.. Foundation laying and experience building in a another nation for most can only viewed as advantageous.. Kindness and continued opportunity your way.. Lochness Scottish Highlands
Hello, this is my first time following. I will be praying for your business travels. Please be safe and careful. Happy to hear that you are going to church. God Bless 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
We were close in fact, I was at Akabane. Appartements are tiny there, really 😅 but life is so good ! I found some ppl to talk with in church too. Very important to find some ppl who's sharing ur faith/culture. Much easier to be friends.
The shared house is cheap and works for now but I'd keep networking and see if you can find a better flatshare. The mess is absolutely going to get you down after a bit. Good luck with your travels.
Are you sure you couldn't get a little studio for around this price? It sounds like it would suit you better, I think the clutter might get to you soon :) ( not based on nothing, I lived in Japan not long ago for two years and rented an apartment)
Hi Elijah Love the apartment. You didn't link H.H. Japan TH-cam channel in the description. You might want to put the link in all of your bios as well. Have a blast!
So in America you don't take your shoes off when you enter your house?? In Canada we always take our shoes off when entering both our own homes and most definitely others.
Generally, no. And i would say majority wears shoes indoors. Pretty standard. I lived in S Korea ayears ago and adopted the traditional way of taking shoes off because more sanitary in my opinion.
Omg, it's so small! Do you have a common area/living room where the housemates can congregate together? Will definitely check out the other channel! :-)
You are so apologetic this whole video. The place is totally great. It’s not small, it’s great, and that gorgeous little patch of nature with your own door! Use that top bed for storage silly.
Elijah, where do I find the channel that you are filming with your friend? I looked to see if it was listed but couldn't find any reference. Would very much like to follow.
Did I understand that tiny place is to accommodate you and 5 other strangers who are your roommates? How does it get cleaned? Sharing shower and toilet area with strangers as well. And no sink to wash immediately after toileting. Sorry after Covid and being a health care professional it has put me in a different mindset now.
sink is built into the top of the toilet.... and who knows, may be less chance of getting germs and infections than most hospitals in the states... Ive seen healthcare workers who never wash hands or use sanitizer when entering patient rooms.
I don't think you and Japan are a good match for the moment. I can tell from the genkan experience. Either you appreciate why people do it, or you don't; and that's down to deep psychological leaning. Also, you like space. And looking at your tiny room, and the shared common area, I think you are going to have a depressing time in Japan. xD Sorry, I don't mean to jinx you. But I would never pick a place like that, knowing my personality is similar to yours, preferring space, orderliness, and privacy. I think Japan is not all like this apartment., but living like this will probably make you think this feels like Japan. There is another more comfortable side to Japan. I don't know your financial situation; perhaps you could only afford this for the moment, and that's alright. But in short, I think maybe one day you will tire of the pressure in the West and have the chance to look back upon Japan and find it more comforting to your soul. But that one day is probably not today and will likely be many years down the line.
This is great, you are great! I keep thinking what a fine representative you are from such a wonderful family, out in the world mKing it a better place to be in. You are handsome , interesting and curious….look forward to seeing more.
First get a toothbrush cover , as there where people was hands 😮 and have house meeting or talk owner ... exit needs to be acess easy otherwise fire hazard... its a bed bit hope you find better
It’s a warm spot to call home, you have to start somewhere👍🏻 Your in your dream country so can focus on that. Thank you for sharing 👍🏻🥰
Enjoy following your channel. Been following your family’s channel for years (we’re RVers, too). My son (22 yo) and I will be traveling to Japan for the first time in April, 2024. He will graduate from college in December and the trip is his graduation present. Keep the vids coming. We love seeing what you’re up to.
This was great Elijah, love learning from you as you explore this new part of your life :) would love to hear more about meeting people in Japan as a foreigner, what's been good and what has been difficult. I imagine meeting people and having friends makes everything else a little easier
Nice to have the door where you can look outside and get fresh air
Glad to hear that you are doing well, Elijah.
Wishing you the best in your new business!
Enjoy the new digs! And even a studio, yay!
A super interesting update of your life, dear Elijah! Thank you and all the best for you!!!
Thanks for the update. I am glad things are going so well,and that you are happy. Your life sounds super exciting!
So very proud of you in Japan being your best self👍 My daughter was teaching in South Korea a couple of years ago. I went for a visit. Loved it there, was so much more than I expected😊
What a wonderful experience you are having I have always been curious about this little country. Will be looking forward to seeing it through your eyes. Love from your 81 yr old adopted Nan-Naw from Florida.
Haha yes, we want to hear about your dates- especially the one where you got stuck in the airport overnight! Will you be seeing her again? Also, it would be interesting to hear about the cultural differences in dating Japanese. Thank you! And good luck with your room!
Your apartment is adequate. When you are older it will make you appreciate your first home that is all yours.
Back in 2004, my oldest daughter and I stayed in house very similar to the one you are living in during our two week trip to Japan. The kitchen was bigger, but the bathing and toilet facilities were older. One of my friends that we were visiting got a kick out of the fact that we had to turn a crank to start the pilot light for the shower's water heater. It wasn't luxury lodging, but it served our needs as a home base while we traveled around visiting internet friends and attending concerts... and even in 2004, $200 for two weeks of lodging was a bargain. We were the only short-term renters there. Everyone else was a mixture of college students and musicians - some foreigners like us, most native Japanese. We really enjoyed the experience.
Always nice to see you 😊
Great that you will have this record of your grand adventure.
What an amazing adventure. You're going to have a lot of stories to tell your children one day. ❤❤❤
I pay 420€ in a shared flat with 3 other girls in Barcelona. You have my full support and I think most young people like us go through a similar process.
Ah the memories you’ll have to look back on! I bet you’ll think they were some of your best.
I’d love to see a vlog of thrift stores in Japan! Also, the rats would drive me crazy too. Hopefully, it’s squirrels.
Good to see a post from you again! I did see the one you deleted, but, yes, there were some confusing aspects to it. Although it was interesting to see the place you visited. And I'll definitely check your other site out. By all means, post here, whenever you can, it's interesting to hear about your life there!
Hi Elijah I'm so glad that you're doing well in Japan you have a really cute apartment or share house I've been following your mom and your dad's videos and all of you guys going up well God bless you Elijah God be with you always I'm so proud of you that you are on your own exploring the world and building memories for yourself for your future I'll be looking forward to another video
So proud of you!!!
I guess student accommodation is pretty much the same the world over! You're pretty lucky to have a washer and dryer and your own fridge. Enjoy.
Great video!
Hello, Elijah i think it is a good size. I' ve seen smaller than that for a good amount of money. Good luck and God bless you
good luck to you Elijah!
Love seeing how you are adjusting and finding your place in Japan. Have you watched videos by Tokyo Lens? Just discoved it & how he highlights tiny living in Japan. Some of them are really nice...like the one built under train tracks (better than it sounds 😂) which has great food too.
Hi Elijah I have also been following you and your parents I started following when you guys were traveling around in the 5 th wheel and you guys have all really grown god yo see and hear your doing hood and what a nest experience to be in
Your 20s are all about living in tiny spaces that you can look back on and say "can you believe I lived in such a small space?". Well done.
Good for you you young fellow.. Making the connections that are needed.. Foundation laying and experience building in a another nation for most can only viewed as advantageous..
Kindness and continued opportunity your way..
Lochness Scottish Highlands
Hello, this is my first time following. I will be praying for your business travels. Please be safe and careful. Happy to hear that you are going to church. God Bless 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I hope you enjoy this new chapter in your life!
We were close in fact, I was at Akabane. Appartements are tiny there, really 😅 but life is so good ! I found some ppl to talk with in church too. Very important to find some ppl who's sharing ur faith/culture. Much easier to be friends.
Seems like you are making a great life start!
Awesome place....
The shared house is cheap and works for now but I'd keep networking and see if you can find a better flatshare. The mess is absolutely going to get you down after a bit. Good luck with your travels.
Hi, Elijah! Be careful to the humidity in Japan during the summer!! 😂🌞🥵🍧
The skuddling Could be all those Cats outside or the Cats are chasing the rats. LOL
Good for you and if you review food too all the better I love watching Japan vlogs in general. That man that doesn’t say hello it’s his loss 😅
Are you sure you couldn't get a little studio for around this price? It sounds like it would suit you better, I think the clutter might get to you soon :) ( not based on nothing, I lived in Japan not long ago for two years and rented an apartment)
What a great adventure 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Congratulations 🎉
Looks good...
Would love to see a day in the life video
Hi Elijah
Love the apartment. You didn't link H.H. Japan TH-cam channel in the description. You might want to put the link in all of your bios as well. Have a blast!
Yeah sorry totally spaced it! The link is now in the description
So in America you don't take your shoes off when you enter your house?? In Canada we always take our shoes off when entering both our own homes and most definitely others.
It depends on the family, but in my house we only do if our shoes are muddy or something like that
Generally, no. And i would say majority wears shoes indoors. Pretty standard. I lived in S Korea ayears ago and adopted the traditional way of taking shoes off because more sanitary in my opinion.
Omg, it's so small! Do you have a common area/living room where the housemates can congregate together? Will definitely check out the other channel! :-)
It's cleaner to take off your shoes when entering a house. The soles of your shoes
have picked up germs from the street, best to remove them.
the wash area seems under utilised and looks like could have some great storage
I'm a little OCD about organization. Living in that house will be real rough for me, I would end up organizing everybody stuff.
Cool
Hello Elijah you are a good person
Why don't you like the genkan? Because it's a pain to take off your shoes?
You are so apologetic this whole video. The place is totally great. It’s not small, it’s great, and that gorgeous little patch of nature with your own door! Use that top bed for storage silly.
That clutter is why I could never do room mates. That would drive me up a wall.
Great cinematography and colour grade? What camera do you use and is it a LUT?
Thanks! I use the fuji XS-10 and do a lot of color grading in DaVinci Resolve.
How long are you planning on staying in Japan? Just til school is done or longer?
Elijah, where do I find the channel that you are filming with your friend? I looked to see if it was listed
but couldn't find any reference.
Would very much like to follow.
He didn't link it here, but it's H.H. Japan.
The link is in the description now! Sorry I forgot to earlier
Your mum says youre going home.. is that to stay or just for a visit? Hope all has been going ok out there
Does your school offer home stays?
I would like to see your favorite places.
Did I understand that tiny place is to accommodate you and 5 other strangers who are your roommates? How does it get cleaned? Sharing shower and toilet area with strangers as well. And no sink to wash immediately after toileting. Sorry after Covid and being a health care professional it has put me in a different mindset now.
sink is built into the top of the toilet.... and who knows, may be less chance of getting germs and infections than most hospitals in the states... Ive seen healthcare workers who never wash hands or use sanitizer when entering patient rooms.
What is the meaning of the HH in your other channel's title, and what is your college major?
Watch our intro video 😉
I’m currently not attending college! I’m just at a Japanese language school right now
@@eknorpp That sounds like the best way to begin.
@@eknorpp Ah, I watched your intro video. Now I get it.
I don't think you and Japan are a good match for the moment. I can tell from the genkan experience. Either you appreciate why people do it, or you don't; and that's down to deep psychological leaning. Also, you like space. And looking at your tiny room, and the shared common area, I think you are going to have a depressing time in Japan. xD Sorry, I don't mean to jinx you. But I would never pick a place like that, knowing my personality is similar to yours, preferring space, orderliness, and privacy. I think Japan is not all like this apartment., but living like this will probably make you think this feels like Japan. There is another more comfortable side to Japan. I don't know your financial situation; perhaps you could only afford this for the moment, and that's alright.
But in short, I think maybe one day you will tire of the pressure in the West and have the chance to look back upon Japan and find it more comforting to your soul. But that one day is probably not today and will likely be many years down the line.
❤😊👍
This is great, you are great! I keep thinking what a fine representative you are from such a wonderful family, out in the world mKing it a better place to be in. You are handsome , interesting and curious….look forward to seeing more.
I don't know how much truth there is in this but I have heard that rodents do not like Irish Spring soap. LOL not sure if that is available in Japan.
Hahaha I think I've seen it around so maybe I'll try to give it a shot! Thanks for the tip 🤣
First get a toothbrush cover , as there where people was hands 😮 and have house meeting or talk owner ... exit needs to be acess easy otherwise fire hazard... its a bed bit hope you find better
I'm interested to know, have you dated any white people in Japan or have you been dating Japanese people?
Both actually!
Súper cheap tbh