How can I fit in 26 square meters I asked myself? Not only was I not used to the metric system but who could anyone fit in 280 square foot flat and still be comfortable? Where I come from, minimum studio sizes that I look for to rent in the bay area are at least 750 square feet, nearly 3x that of my place so when I started to pack for my move I made sure to pack just the essentials.
Well in Japan or Tokyo specifically, everything is made for small places. From miniature iron boards and irons, too book shelves that fit only three books per shelf and are about 15 cm wide. I wanted to live as close to the way I lived in the states as possible, a flat screen TV, a decent size bed as I am well over 6 feet, a sofa, coffee table, night stand, and a floor lamp. Hmm but how do I squeeze all of that in my 170sq feet of living space (space not including the bathroom and mini kitchen). Well I say, take a look at the floor plan. Yes, you're reading right, I measured my living space in centimeters! Welcome to Tokyo! :)
I will share how I arranged my room in a following blog, more to come, stay tuned!
6 comments:
I guess I can't crash with you then, unless I sleep in your kitchenette. Haha. I really need to make the trip to Japan to visit you and my brother.
Actually, Jarrett and his friend slept at my house this past weekend so you should be fine!
Well, at least your utilities should be cheap right, or are they included in the rent price?
Nothing is cheap in tokyo joe
Your giant self can barely fit in this small room. How high are the ceilings?
-Roo
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