Inside the Most MIDCENTURY AMERICAN House in Tokyo

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Inside the Most MIDCENTURY AMERICAN House in Tokyo | Japanese House Tour

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Tokyo Portfolio

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@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

After seeing this house, if you could renovate an old Japanese place from the ground up, how would you do it?

@epicthief Жыл бұрын

Like a traditional new England cabin (deep woods or coastal)

@karrygerber Жыл бұрын

that being said I do love this channel keep it up!!

@Enoxix. Жыл бұрын

Log cabin. But not sure if that would be do-able...

@Aquesance_Averun Жыл бұрын

I would want taller ceilings, bigger rooms (bigger closets, bathrooms, bedrooms, and a garage), good use of space for storage, open floor plans, included built in ac/heat(not ac/heat by each room with separate ac units, but actual vent systems powered by a singular ac/heat unit), in house appliances washer/dryer, fridge, stove, dish washer, water filtration unit that works from water source to send water to the house (new plumbing to support this system), electric car plug, solar panels with home backup battery, smart house connected to solar panels (selling back extra energy to power plant if possible), heated & cooled floors, stone floors, wood used where possible, steel reinforcement, & top grade earthquake proofing materials used with top grade tsunami proofing. I will stop there , I could think of more.

@itsalwayshalloweenexceptwh5118 Жыл бұрын

I saw a Japanese video report on a Japanese woman who was obsessed with the 1920s who bought a 1920s house and created a beautiful 20s style interior. Not the ultra sleek art deco style but something a lot more warm and organic looking. She had lots of beautiful dark warm brown wooden furniture. Lots of edwardian and victorian items as well, which makes sense to me because unless you had loads of money and wanted your entire interior to be fully modern you likely would have had items from earlier decades.

@briank8679 Жыл бұрын

It's weird to me, as someone from LA who has seen that mid-century style all my life, that someone would want to actually recreate it and *live* in it. It couldn't have been cheap to import all of that and make it work, so hats off to Ken I guess?

@NotKimiRaikkonen Жыл бұрын

I've always thought this would be an interesting exercise, trying to make a place seem completely foreign. Like you picked it up from somewhere else and dropped it somewhere on the other side of the world.

@epicthief Жыл бұрын

The video Chris did on the whole British village in Japan is wild to see, reminds me the exhibits at museums I USA and UK where they have whole houses from other countries

@latebloomerabroad Жыл бұрын

I grew up in California in the 60's and still live here, and I share Ken's love of mid-century modern design! It's funny, because in the 60's I didn't like it, but now I love it. Unfortunately, most true mid-century modern houses were renovated since then and lost their charm. And it's very expensive to recreate it! Well done to Ken, I love his space.

@hughmungus2645 Жыл бұрын

I would definitely feel right at home living in a place like that in a different country. Fantastic episode!

@thejinn99 Жыл бұрын

I don't think you mentioned it, but something that screams American, at least to me, is the siding on the exterior. I only went to Japan once but I looked up some photos of houses and I don't seem to see any with siding at all.

@dollofvoodoo Жыл бұрын

I'm American and I think this place is really cool.

@halesm Жыл бұрын

He did an awesome job, mid century style homes are hard to find even in the States nowadays but I love the style

@hzhang1228 Жыл бұрын

pretty common in the midwest, complete with lead paint and asbestos insulation :|

@KantanJapan Жыл бұрын

This was a very cool house to check out but I'm not gonna lie, the highlight of the shoot was cruising around in Ken's car!

@lilgrannyari Жыл бұрын

My dad has this massive dining table that was made by a carpenter in Colorado. My dad actually went out and picked the wood that was used in the piece and drove it all the way to California. When people come over, he loves to show them the table and tell its story. We all roll our eyes, but still smile because he's so proud of it. This guy took that dad energy and cranked it up by 10,000. I can just imagine him proudly guiding guests on tours of the house. Love it!

@seventail Жыл бұрын

As someone living in American, I can believe people would like this style that much, especially the bathroom

@anthonynelson6671 Жыл бұрын

I think my two favorite things about this uniquely renovated abode are the large (by Japanese standards) kitchen and that red Frank Lloyd Wright chair, which I'd totally buy one of those and use it because it's so cool.

@Momo-kun88 Жыл бұрын

The house is amazing. It looks like mid-century America but with a twist. Hats off for going big AND going home.

@dmsarabia1 Жыл бұрын

Interesting makeover. You did point out the missing "american" medicine cabinet in the bathroom. The only other "american" piece missing is a coffee table in front of that couch. The use of the little loft in daughters' bedroom reminds me of how Sharla used the space in her renovation for her rental property.

@NecroBanana Жыл бұрын

Tbh it looks like a house you'd find in America. He did a great job.

@elementneon Жыл бұрын

My mom had that exact brass (looking) and glass bookshelf

@dspiritlight Жыл бұрын

I really like Alex's presentation skills

@epicthief Жыл бұрын

Yehaw yall ready to get all American in Japan

@ikarosouza Жыл бұрын

This is the coolest home in the world, and I'm not even a fan of the midcentury american aesthetic, I just love how much personality there is in this place

@MikesFoggyIdea Жыл бұрын

Wow, that place is like a museum, I love it.

@Ohhcrystaal Жыл бұрын

Holy cow that is a cool house!!! Can’t get over how cool the master bedroom’s ceiling is!

@timh3576 Жыл бұрын

Very unique tv stand. Like an art easel. Beautiful home.

@karrygerber Жыл бұрын

interesting, I work at ge appliance and yes we do make these types of air conditioning units like the ge split air conditioning units 🤔

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

Oh what? Apologies, my research was wrong! edit: I didn't find any on GE's website, that's why I said that: www.geappliances.com/ge-appliances/air-water/home-air-products/room-air-conditioners/

@ameriken88 Жыл бұрын

I wanna buy GE air conditioning next time!

@sanashi27 Жыл бұрын

That house is actually pretty interesting. I don't live in the US but have seen many shows/videos that feature one and that house does look american. I guess going inside would feel like you stepped somewhere else if you're used to seeing other Japanese houses. It's amazing how much effort was put when it came to the details.

@thevectorchef Жыл бұрын

That was pretty neat. If it wasn't in Japan, I would've thought it was in California or something like that.

@masaiwhite5933 Жыл бұрын

I actually liked it,so surprised...i would happily choose it in a place like japan,where small usually is found.

@silkvelvet2616 Жыл бұрын

Oven.exe, LMFAO! While the house isn't something I would ever want to do for myself, it is truly outstanding, but that wall sculpture in the living room, GODS! I love that! It's a nice touch putting velvet behind it, like it's precious jewelry in a velvet presentation box. Sometimes it's nice just sharing a cool house. Thanks to you and your friend for this one.

@suburbanboi2086 Жыл бұрын

That room must smell like FREEDOM!!!!

@neonnwave1 Жыл бұрын

I'm not even American or old enough to have lived in the mid-20th century yet I was saluting this house, and even was thinking in a southern accent.

@Sockcucker96 Жыл бұрын

Just loooove the way Alex says "love that!"

@Verklompen Жыл бұрын

Minus the washing machine in the kitchen, the tiny air conditioner, and the separate space for the toilet, this place does have some American vibes. But after living in America for most of my life, it still feels Japanese/European with some hints of American-style furnishings and artwork. Don't get me wrong, the dedication to the style is amazing!

@banditkeithkingofduelmonsters Жыл бұрын

The bathtub shower nozzle that you hold was also a little off.

@j134679 Жыл бұрын

I think it's because of the size/dimensions.

@Bjartmann27 Жыл бұрын

I like the idea of having the sink on the outside of the guest toilet, if you hear the door closing but no sink running you can gently but firmly inform the guest where the sink is located and how to use it

@ClefairyFairySnowflake Жыл бұрын

That was a really cool place! I dig the Japanese American vibes! Very awesome!

@Enoxix. Жыл бұрын

Looks so cool! So many things about it I really like!

@Vgk36 Жыл бұрын

New sub here from Noriyaro!!! Amazing collaboration loved your guys video about Shibuya and the real costs of living there !!🤘

@ItsSoDane Жыл бұрын

I’m so jealous of the wright chair.

@jmoratamusic Жыл бұрын

another banger video! i really dig the retro Americana chic vibe with the place. that man cave is killer~

@SharpStrike Жыл бұрын

This is so wild because over the past few years I bought some Muji furniture/accessories, a Balmuda toaster, 2 Noguchi lights and a Karimoku coffee table but I live in California. I just like the naturalness and simplicity of Japanese design. So looking at this guy's house is like looking at someone who's my polar opposite who probably finds everything I just mentioned very boring. He did a good job of making a playful American home though, the kitchen especially made me question what country this is in for a moment.

@ruthgar9753 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, I know there have been more then a few Europeans and Americans who have built oriental style houses (usually Japanese style), but most of those have been in the outsides and the look of the house only, Ken however went all out on his America in Japan house.

@OolongOwl Жыл бұрын

Amazingly interesting house! What was nice was seeing it furnished and all the personality.

@Skippydogo Жыл бұрын

Thay dude has a midwest garage fridge. That's lit.

@Bakapooru Жыл бұрын

The house's interior also has a lot of art deco influences.

@RedMenace446 8 ай бұрын

i love this house, its so cool, and i love this video, show us more cool things! lol

@prettymiffedbrit Жыл бұрын

Love the TV stand! And the patio. Good cigar place!

@Tomoej76 Жыл бұрын

That was fun!

@arga400 Жыл бұрын

The air conditioning; you had me in the first half not gonna lie lmao

@JagaimoNeko 10 ай бұрын

I have a dedicated 100V powerline for my Japanese electronics in my house in Europe and a lot of genuine Japanese stuff as well :)

@goldeneaglearbor614 Жыл бұрын

It's very odd to watch a Tokyo portfolio video and see the exact same sink and fridge that I have in my house lol

@michellep3814 8 ай бұрын

Extremely unique and awesome!

@dariamancini963 Жыл бұрын

The heneral electric sticker is too funny but logical!

@cosmicglitter9287 Жыл бұрын

Woooow this was so much fun 😊😃

@firby7341 Жыл бұрын

i really like the outfit you wear in this video

@aristothethrone9032 Жыл бұрын

too many cool points. I was expecting one of those model train toys to bee going around the top of the room.

@Del-Lebo Жыл бұрын

So cool? Really neat place!!!

@GL0RYS Жыл бұрын

This house is amazing wow

@4517onlyglory Жыл бұрын

The car is hilarious 😂😂

@HamguyBacon Жыл бұрын

cozy looking place

@Nynke_K Жыл бұрын

I was afraid this would be gaudy, but it's actually just so cool! I don't think I'd want to make do with American toilets and an American bath tub though, if I could have proper Japanese equivalents 😅

@j134679 Жыл бұрын

I think it's because he kept it at a sort of... 60s-70s feel? Kind of art deco. There's a theme to the pieces.

@Queleb1 Жыл бұрын

So cool thanks for sharing!

@petertimowreef9085 Жыл бұрын

Your content is not for me but I saw you on Noriyaro's channel and you seemed like a nice guy and I loved the piece you did, so I am just leaving a comment for the algorithm.

@catkittycatkity6482 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the few places I could survive.

@alphabetsandwich2400 Жыл бұрын

This is so cool. But what I'm most curious about is how much it cost him to import and build all that stuff

@LottoLogista Жыл бұрын

Probably a small fortune. He owns a Rolls-Royce so apparently he isn't broke

@Jessicatt88 8 ай бұрын

i live in arizona theres a lot of frank loyd wright, mid century design around here. it is pretty cool.

@cathat9622 Жыл бұрын

I saw that Rolls Royce on Noriyaro, its insanely cool how many people you know

@BrySA20000 Жыл бұрын

The kitchen feels like the house in the Fallout 4 prologue.. minus the nukes

@SudoYETI Жыл бұрын

Its like uncanny valley of an American home. It's VERY close but just slightly off in subtle ways. Stuff like the washing machine in the kitchen, the burners on the stove, no central air, the water heater wall thing. You would never find any of that in a real American home. Very cool though. Especially when you consider he put in American light switches and wall outlets.

@189x Жыл бұрын

I love how there's dunkin donuts coffee when there's better coffee around XD

@mburtondavis Жыл бұрын

I love it ❤. Quick question, Can you buy property in Japan on a tourist visa?

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

Yes, in fact you don't even need to step foot in Japan to buy property here.

@ayayaybamba3445 10 ай бұрын

I've heard legends of the reverse weeb, but never did I think I would see one this dedicated.

@yvonbarrier1829 Жыл бұрын

Love this house, and I live in England 🇬🇧 xxx

@vjbenn Жыл бұрын

Alexi brought me here ✌️

@bspencer6356 Жыл бұрын

I’m a newby here but enjoying the houses. Have you ever shown us YOUR house?

@kankun123 Жыл бұрын

Great video. More videos like this please.

@Oivoi Жыл бұрын

How far can you go with reinforcements, like the one shown at 11:07 ? Depending on the limitations, could you reinforce the structure to the point that it would almost circumvent the no-rebuilding rule? Barring the house being destroyed by a fire or earthquake.

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

As long as the original posts are still there, you can reinforce them and renovate the interior/exterior as much as you'd like.

@ltsiver Жыл бұрын

Since Sears has gone the way of the dodo to online only, Kenmore is relatively hard to find now. As to that combo Maytag washer/dryer, you will also not find that in America at all. There are American brands of Mini-split, but none that are from the era he's going for, as mini splits weren't a thing back then. I'm rather partial to Fujitsu mini splits, but I used to work for Fujitsu America, so I'm rather biased.

@mcfarofinha134 Жыл бұрын

I wish I could get a place like this in the states tbh. A place like this in LA is hard to come by

@stephanieok5365 Жыл бұрын

I know the vibe is mid century but I'm also picking up suburban basement circa 1998 from the first room.

@angelosm1498 Жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, can I make a request? Is it possible to show us, if it exists, a traditional Japanese house with modern touches? I am aware that traditional houses are being reduced each year that is why I was wondering if there is any left in Tokyo or close to Tokyo

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

That's in the works

@edomaru2525 Жыл бұрын

最高のセンスです。特に素晴らしいのは床の研ぎ出しですね！ビールストーンでしょうか？

@ameriken88 Жыл бұрын

嬉しい着眼点です。テラゾーですが日本の素材には好みの物が少なかったので、自分でネットなどでシーグラスの綺麗なグリーンを探して施工時に入れてもらいました。この床だけで4日間の施工期間でした。ちなみに茂木さんにお世話になってます！

@aleenr4425 Жыл бұрын

So cool!!! 😎

@packard5682 Жыл бұрын

His cool Royce looked like it might have been an old funeral/hearse car. Most European hearses were on the smaller side like that.

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

He measured it out and the back is way too short to fit any size of coffin, except maybe small children.

@Mahbu Жыл бұрын

Oh, after all these months of complaining about a lack of an oven, he finally shows us a place with one.

@KyoushaPumpItUp Жыл бұрын

I think this is the first time I saw and heard you speak Japanese in a video, and it surprised me.

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

I surprise myself sometimes

@TheTinKunt Жыл бұрын

I’m surprised you didn’t keep your shoes on when you stepped in. When in Rome (USA) afterall….

@jiolyn9182 Жыл бұрын

Did anyone else see the camera lens in the tile background behind the toilet at 9:40? It is the 2nd full circle from the top on the right.

@silkvelvet2616 Жыл бұрын

It's probably a dimple in the tile. It's how the light is reflecting that's giving the illusion of it being something else, the camera person will have a light as well which would amplify the illusion. Also, looking at the mortar, it's not been disturbed since the tile sheets were put in place, and that does not look like a home DIY job to me. Plus, a lens would be more noticeable in person than on screen..... there is no way to disguise a micro camera to look like that type of satin matt glaze, especially when every single tile is isolated like that. Anomalies will stand out like a sore thumb.

@lordoftheheavymetal Жыл бұрын

Chris Broad's studio vs this guy's house. Who wins?

@skywobleross5203 Жыл бұрын

You would make a handsome Texan cowboy 🤠 💕

@TokyoPortfolio Жыл бұрын

Yeehaw

@grayghost864 Жыл бұрын

Awesome..

@z0ro_62 Жыл бұрын

I dont miss being a furniture delivery guy seeing some of these houses geives me shivers a total pain in the butt

@truedistortion7673 Жыл бұрын

This place is super cool. And the master almost has a kind of nautical vibe to it! I do wonder, though - why is there a washing machine in the kitchen? Is that common in Japan?