Hey legend - great to see you around the comments as always! Yeah, this area is so picturesque to fly the drone in. Reminds me a little of the Gold Coast in Australia. Really chill and relaxed area! I think the price is pretty good though right? Appreciate the feedback buddy 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Ahh mate! That’s so incredibly kind of you to say but I just started so hopefully others will continue to join our community here. Feel free to share legend haha and welcome! Where are you watching from by the way?🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Hey Christian, first time watching your videos (my algorithm recommended it since I love Japan vlogs) and I notice you're just under 3k subs. First off, congrats on starting your channel! Secondly, you are a natural in from of the camera. Idk if you've presented before but I love your personality, you're very good at it. The edits and transitions in your video are so professional and creative. Keep up the great work and thanks for the tour. I don't see a lot of high end Japanese apartment tours on UA-cam, but I've always click on these videos when someone gives a tour of places in the price range or higher out of curiosity of what Japanese luxury living looks like. So thanks for finding this gem.
Ahh mate, way to make my day with such comments! Thank you so much hey. Nothing makes me happier and want to continue making these videos then hearing things like this. Actually starting this way a bit of a 'face my fears' kind of thing. Never comfortable in front of the camera! But I've always like chasing things that make me feel uncomfortable, makes life a bit more exciting and fun. Where are you watching from if you don't mind me asking? Ps I'm glad you like the apartment tours as it's something I'm super interested in myself so I'm planning on doing more in the future and making it a regular thing if I can! Once again, always appreciate kind feedback and if you have any suggestions, always feel free to drop a line! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Great video mate! That balcony is super nice and would be the perfect place to spend the summer evenings looking over the city. Definitely need to make a trip to Fukuoka!
Absolutely same thought I had hey! Though, right now this humidity is pretty heavy haha I imagine its way worse where you are? Absolutely, Fukuoka is where it’s at particularly for people in the tech world in Japan 🇯🇵
I really loved that apartment. I could definitely see myself living there. The previous owner did a great job upgrading it. Thanks for showing us this.
Hey buddy! Yeah it’s definitely had a modern upgrade and now has an abundance of storage which always lacks in Japan apartments. I wouldn’t mind it at all! Thanks for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️
Legend! Thank you so much buddy, I love hearing people enjoying the content and energy on the videos. Makes my day! Where you watching from? Appreciate the sub and support and look forward to seeing you around the comments more!
Hey legend - great to hear from you as always! Yeah it's a awesome vibe hey! I absolutely love the balcony, I think that's my favourite part. You don't often get that size in Japan. I'd love to take it though, for me, the bedrooms were a little bit to small as I like to have a queen bed myself! Appreciate you watching mate, hope you've been well 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Hey legend - great to see you back 🙋🏽♂️ Nah it’s purely just the apartment rental cost. Though I still think it’s a deal considering its so close to the beach 🏝️ I’d move there happily haha Thanks for tuning back in champion ✌🏽
Hey Jamie! Absolutely, I heard some people curious from past videos. I would LOVE to have a doggo here. So many people in Momochi area have dogs actually. It’s a really nice open area. Glad you enjoyed it buddy. How’s the price compare to what you would get where you are from? 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Hey mate - great to see you back here! Yeah it’s a pretty nice spot right. Crazy that my older 2 bedroom apartment in Sydney was almost $1000 more expensive than this place. Im doing great thanks buddy, I hope you are always doing well and having a great weekend 🙋🏽♂️✌🏽
Mate, this is nishijin, my kids go dentist nearby. This is far from the richest areas. Try somewhere next to us embassy or near the zoo - those areas are rich.
another great video, Christian! crazy that that luxurious and large of an apartment is cheaper than what i pay for a one bedroom in the US. keep the great Fukuoka content coming! would love to see local life of Fukuoka in a future video, little markets, cool shops that you've found and liked, a day at the beach, everyday activities, etc.! much love, Ryan
Hey Ryan! Great feedback mate and super appreciate you tuning in for the watch. Glad you enjoyed it. Where abouts in the states are you for comparison? I’m always curious to know! And thanks for the recommendations of what you’d like to see, sometimes coming up with ideas is the challenging part but maybe Im just over thinking it and need to do more day in the life videos! Thanks legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Of course, Christian! I'm in Colorado. Average rent here is roughly $1900 USD per month. Happy to provide the suggestions, man. We're here to watch you enjoying your time in Fukuoka. Looking forward to whatever you put out, man! Cheers, Ryan
Wow - super spenny in Colorado hey! Interestingly, I have so many people I've chatted to in the community from Colorado haha I love it! I have a girl in my language class from there, she always love to hear it. Appreciate your support buddy, and looking forward to seeing you around the comments more often!✌🏽
@@hangswithchristian I’ll definitely be here dude! Ahh yeah you and I briefly talked about your classmate before in the comment section of another video. I still would love to hear her story but totally understand any hesitation of putting herself out there online haha. Regardless, I’m stoked for any other content you put out, brother. Have a fantastic day!
Love the huge flat, although with the balcony, it's a shame they've positioned the generator right where you could stand to look out. They could've put that to the side. A massive Genkan is great. My front room has wooden floors, but after that, it's mostly carpet, so shoes off for everyone! 😁 I do kinda wish the toilet, shower and sink were in the same room, AND had a big window to view the outside, although I see that a lot of houses are built close together, so they have frosted glass in many rooms. I know even the window is rare in a bathroom in most places, but I have that here, as I converted the back bedroom into the bathroom. That's one thing I'd miss if I moved out of this house 😁 A big bath would be a must, too! Does look like there's a bit of damage on the outside decking area, unless it's just spillages that can be easily cleaned, but it'd be a shame if someone's broken part of it after all that money they spent.
Hey legend - appreciate you tuning back in and providing your thoughts! Yeah some things are just done differently here. For example, I personally love western bathrooms better with a big open room, walk in shower. At least, that what I had in Australia. But other than that, the price is actually very decent for what you get and particularly the location! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Hi, thanks for your reply, and there's definitely differences I'd need to get used to. Another would be having the washer/dryer next to the bathroom sink. I've only ever known them in the kitchen, and separate. 😁 However, all the little differences are just minor things to get used to, and no major deal-breakers to worry about, wherever I'd be 😃
Hello Denmark! You are the first person Denmark I believe so thank you so much for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️ Hopefully I can do more of these in the future so stayed tuned! Hope to hear from you again soon 🇯🇵
Haha ‘algo’ as in Algorithm? Haha please tell me that’s what that mean because I love it so much 🤣 Thanks for watching legend, always love hearing from another Aussie! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian ahh mate this apartment is like a maze haha so much to see! loved the video legend! would love to cook in that kitchen for sure and the view is so good from the balcony 😍
@@lilyetiG haha it is a big hey! It’s a decent size and I agree with your kitchen statement. But most of all - that balcony right! Im a sucker for a good balcony that I can chill on and take in some sun and that one fits the bill ☀️ Appreciate the support as always buddy 🤙🏽
Yeah absolutely! I love it here. It’s much more laid back than Osaka for sure and you get more of an opportunity to practice Japanese here I think. Check out the abundance of schools in Fukuoka though, I know they are booking up soo fast. I have some classmates in similar situations soon 🥹 Wishing you the best of luck buddy 🤞🏽
I can't believe what you can rent in Fukuoka for the same amount I pay in Toronto! (1 bedroom). The difference is insane. If I needed a home office, a place like this would be ideal. But I prefer to save some money on rent to spend on travelling on school breaks. The second room was perfect for a cat, with the place next to the window. Keep the legendary content, Christian!
Hey legend! Yeah, for what you get for the price it’s incredible I think also! You living in Japan atm? Space is something we always need more of here hey. Super appreciate that feedback mate, love hearing people are enjoying the content! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Not yet, I'm in Canada. Right now I'm saving enough to study for 1 year, from Oct. 2025 or April 2026. I already passed N5 on my own and the plan is to get there with the N3 to start at the intermediate level. Also, the Fukuoka lifestyle looks so much more relaxed compared to Tokyo, so this channel is perfect for learning more about Fukuoka/Kyushu/Student Lifestyle.
Oh that’s awesome mate - it sounds like you are already on a good path to success as is! Ahh thank you mate, my aim is to promote Fukuoka and the Kyushu region. Fukuoka is alot more chill and in my opinion, a much better city to study the language in as a student. Much cheaper, more open friendly people, way less tourists so you practice more Japanese. Plus its a great transport hub if you still want to travel etc. I reckon it’ll be a great choice!
Hey Christian, Great video! Can’t believe you get all that space for only AUD$500 a week! A full AUD$200 less than what I’m paying in Sydney and about 2-3 times the size! How soon can I move in? Tristan
Tristan! Great to hear from you buddy 🙋🏽♂️ Absolutely right, in comparison to Sydney these prices are amazing and short stroll to the beach…easy sell right! Move to Fukuoka and it’s all your champion 🙋🏽♂️✌🏽
I went through the whole video thinking it was 1500 a week, blidesighted by living in Sydney. I checked the title again and noted its 1500 per month... bargain!!!!
Haha right! My thoughts exactly! In Sydney for my 2 bedroom apartment that was older we were paying almost $1000 more than this place a month. Could you imagine the cost of this next to the beach in Sydney…mate! 💰 Hope you enjoyed it legend and great to see you back again in the comments 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Yeah but heaps nicer area haha I actually worked about 10 years in the junction - miss it a bit! But distance to the beach is so close and all flat walking. It’s such a vibe hey! Sign me up today I reckon haha
the difference between this apartment and my own is ridiculous! i spend close to AUD $2200 a month for my apartment and it's LEAGUES smaller than this! i would move in a heartbeat if i had the opportunity to live in a place like this.
haha Yeah Australia is getting wild right. My shared apartment before I left was $3400AUD before I left and was a bit on the older side. Like you, I would move in a second haha Honestly though, I just want access the beach. Summer or winter, having water close by makes everything better! Good to see you back here legend! Hope you've been keeping well 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Oh great idea! Actually I’ve never been to South Korea yet but its number one of my list to go next. Did you know you can catch the ferry from Fukuoka to Busan? Im aiming do that this year I’m thinking so look out for that video for sure 👍🏽 Thanks for tuning in legend 🙋🏽♂️
@@hangswithchristian Yes I knew about the ferry. I've wondered which city would be a better choice to retire to. I understand the visa situation in Japan, but haven't looked into Korea. I, as well as others can appreciate any resources that you share as living and trying to communicate my wish to retire there is very difficult. I was in Tokyo for a month in November and liked it so much I really want to be there. Thanks again.
Oh that’s a really interesting topic. How would you go about visas or have you not looked to much into that at the moment? I believe both countries do make it a bit difficult to acquire a visa but its something I’d even benefit from interested to know more about. I’m hoping over time through people I meet here I’ll be able to find stories on different routes to visas people took. It would be great to know!
@@hangswithchristian Actually, my plan is to a total of six months (it sounds like a visa will allow that), and then part time in Vietnam. I have just long termed a studio apartment in Danang for the next year. Roomy, clean with kitchen for $400 a month. Two minutes walk to the beach. People are lovely and infrastructure is head and shoulders above say the Philippines. Good choice of food also. So, I think I've worked out that part, but during the rainy season I want to be elsewhere. I also want to get back to Australia and New Zealand for a month or two every year. I retire in two years and I'm trying to make this happen. So, a reasonable price for an apartment in Fukuoka, Sapporo or Busan would be great.
Oh that’s amazing, you sounds like you have such a great solid plan on you there already. Actually I’ve heard Sapporo is really cheap also. I’m planning to visit there soon too as I’ve never been. I love though that you are planning to move around a bit. As you can only stay a max 3 months on a tourist visa here and Busan, really, you could just jump back and forth between the two pretty easily. Stretch 6 months longer if you keep reseting the 3 month visa!
Did I hear you say maybe in the future you would be able to afford an apartment like this one. Does that mean you are planning long term living there? If so, how do you plan on doing this. Dude, so far your videos are great and informative. Keep it up.
Hey legend - thanks so much for the kind feedback, I love hearing when someone has enjoyed it! Yeah my plan has always been to one day buy a place here, I’d prefer a house though! So might be a while, but that’s the plan. I actually have some news soon related to life updates that I’ve been planning on making that will answer your questions, keep an eye out bud! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Exactly! Soo cheap hey. Im aiming for a house myself though, I want a backyard and be able to touch grass in the morning haha but nothing beats being beachside and the smell of ocean air 🤤
YES! Haha it’s strange right. Though the lights are just plug and play making it super easy to change your lights over at anytime to better remote ones which is cool. And the fact you started with the ‘shhhh’ puts you 100% in the ‘I have a clothing problem’ line haha Thanks for tuning in all the way from my home country mate 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Absolutely Grant! Even the streets around it are so stunning. All round it just a super nice vibe. And of course…you can never beat a near by beach right? Haha Thanks for supporting legend!🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Hey Em! That’s USD so it’s a bit more in AUD but either way, thats only like 500-600 a week for 3 bedder close to the beach. Done deal here! Haha Always awesome to have you in the comments and hope you book that flight soon ✈️🙋🏽♂️
@@cyruslee1015 haha OMG you are touching some memories for me there. All too familiar 🤣 Let me guess it was a beige, deep but short tub? The classic Japanese box bathroom tub 🛁 Thanks for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Haha thanks legend! Actually, its actually not that its out of sync, it’s the noise cancelling on the mic battling to block out the background noise. You’ll notice it on anything outdoors because in summer here there are non stop Cicadas everywhere and they are sooo loud haha Make it incredibly difficult to film outside and I tried my best to block them out but the audio gets sacrificed a bit. I thought I would only have to battle the heat in summer filming! But I super appreciate you looking out and giving that feedback buddy, always love people helping out 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
haha yeah mate, when I first found this out I was pretty shocked actually. But then once I saw they just plug into the ceiling I was like....hmm actually you could change any of these out without an electrician to dimmers or different styled ones pretty easy. Even a fan with a light if you want so I get that's an advantage of it!
I’ve viewed apartments that have had all lights except the bathroom haha I was so surprised! But I love how easy they are to change so you can really customise your lighting 💡
Oh wow, that sounds incredibly central and well priced! That’s sounds super similar to the apartment I picked up when I moved to Fukuoka. I swear prices here are so great if you come from overseas. How’s does this place stack up in comparison to price and size for places in Canada? Appreciate the watch buddy 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Great shout Chris, I sent him an email! I wonder what he can do for me as I am quite a tall guy, I need all the help I can get when looking for a place to stay!
Good to see you here again legend! Oh that’s great 👍🏽 Hopefully they can help you out mate. Haha yeah being tall in Japan can have its troubles. Eyes always peeled for those damn door frames 🥲 Wishing you the best of luck and thanks as always for coming back and tuning in 🤞🏽
Haha thanks legend really appreciate that! Ps, just a heads up. The real estate company might not be the best place for apartment hunting on a student visa as normal contract periods here are generally 2 years for apartments which makes it tricky. But they are really kind so see what they say! Best of luck!
Haha absolutely they did. I’m dead on 6FT, so these are so tall door frames actually, even for a modern build. Its a stretch but this area is popular for foreigners as mentioned in the video so could be a renovation catered towards that maybe?? Either way, Im loving it! Haha
Wait, what? You bring your own ceiling lights? You pay electrician to install them, then pay electrician to take them out when you leave? Where does that come from ? Haha Thank you for the apartment tour. 😊
@@snappycattimesten Good to see ya again Snappy ya legend! Haha I KNOW - I found it very odd when I first found out but its so normal here that people here find it rare if an apartment came with them 💡 Luckily, the light fixtures are actually amazing, plug and play really. So that’s actually a bit of a positive because you can change your lights yourself if you wanted fancy ones or remote control/colour temperature lights. Which most have here actually. I’ve come to like it haha
Yeah that's pretty standard here in Japan for the box bathroom units that this place has, but the ventilation system in these are wild! I love fresh air myself also so I totally understand though. Thanks so much watching 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Nah not at all actually. As mentioned, the exhaust fans are excellent, particularly in these more modern bathroom. This particular one is used to dry your washing in which does it so fast so you can imagine shower isn’t a problem 💨
⁉Would you pay $1500 to live here and how does this stack up for this price where you are from? CURIOUS...Let me know below legends! 👇🏽
Where im from this is a tad expensive but not by a whole lot! I realize for most people this is really cheap though for what you get.
Love the drone shots in the beginning. You have such a magical way of presenting things! Always entertaining to catch your videos mate.
Hey legend - great to see you around the comments as always!
Yeah, this area is so picturesque to fly the drone in. Reminds me a little of the Gold Coast in Australia. Really chill and relaxed area!
I think the price is pretty good though right?
Appreciate the feedback buddy 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Wow just by watching the video and saw the amazing quality I thought you have a bigger channel :o keep it up mate, can’t wait for the next video
Ahh mate! That’s so incredibly kind of you to say but I just started so hopefully others will continue to join our community here. Feel free to share legend haha and welcome!
Where are you watching from by the way?🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Hey Christian, first time watching your videos (my algorithm recommended it since I love Japan vlogs) and I notice you're just under 3k subs. First off, congrats on starting your channel! Secondly, you are a natural in from of the camera. Idk if you've presented before but I love your personality, you're very good at it. The edits and transitions in your video are so professional and creative. Keep up the great work and thanks for the tour. I don't see a lot of high end Japanese apartment tours on UA-cam, but I've always click on these videos when someone gives a tour of places in the price range or higher out of curiosity of what Japanese luxury living looks like. So thanks for finding this gem.
Ahh mate, way to make my day with such comments!
Thank you so much hey. Nothing makes me happier and want to continue making these videos then hearing things like this. Actually starting this way a bit of a 'face my fears' kind of thing. Never comfortable in front of the camera! But I've always like chasing things that make me feel uncomfortable, makes life a bit more exciting and fun.
Where are you watching from if you don't mind me asking?
Ps I'm glad you like the apartment tours as it's something I'm super interested in myself so I'm planning on doing more in the future and making it a regular thing if I can!
Once again, always appreciate kind feedback and if you have any suggestions, always feel free to drop a line! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Great video mate! That balcony is super nice and would be the perfect place to spend the summer evenings looking over the city. Definitely need to make a trip to Fukuoka!
Absolutely same thought I had hey! Though, right now this humidity is pretty heavy haha I imagine its way worse where you are?
Absolutely, Fukuoka is where it’s at particularly for people in the tech world in Japan 🇯🇵
I really loved that apartment. I could definitely see myself living there. The previous owner did a great job upgrading it. Thanks for showing us this.
Hey buddy!
Yeah it’s definitely had a modern upgrade and now has an abundance of storage which always lacks in Japan apartments. I wouldn’t mind it at all!
Thanks for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️
Hey man, you’ve got a sick vibe. This was a cool video. Ive subbed, so keen to see more videos
Legend!
Thank you so much buddy, I love hearing people enjoying the content and energy on the videos. Makes my day!
Where you watching from?
Appreciate the sub and support and look forward to seeing you around the comments more!
I like the room because the color and design of all furnitures have a unified feeling! I love that vibe!!✨It's got a stunning view as well!!
Hey legend - great to hear from you as always!
Yeah it's a awesome vibe hey! I absolutely love the balcony, I think that's my favourite part. You don't often get that size in Japan. I'd love to take it though, for me, the bedrooms were a little bit to small as I like to have a queen bed myself!
Appreciate you watching mate, hope you've been well 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Love the video brother! The editing and the confidence in your opening was fantastic! Keep up the great work🔥
Austin as always coming in with the great feedback! Appreciate that legend 🤙🏽
How much would that price get you in Philly actually?
@@hangswithchristian that price would get something me something the size of your place around me lololol
Damnn really - is Philly a pretty expensive area?
Pretty big apartment, is it $1500 with internet, electricity, etc included?
Hey legend - great to see you back 🙋🏽♂️
Nah it’s purely just the apartment rental cost. Though I still think it’s a deal considering its so close to the beach 🏝️
I’d move there happily haha
Thanks for tuning back in champion ✌🏽
Thank you! Super helpful to gauge pricing for pet friendly places! You rock 🤙🏽 -Jamie
Hey Jamie!
Absolutely, I heard some people curious from past videos. I would LOVE to have a doggo here. So many people in Momochi area have dogs actually. It’s a really nice open area.
Glad you enjoyed it buddy. How’s the price compare to what you would get where you are from? 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
WOW 😮 Very nice place there, Christian 😊 I hope you’re keeping well.
Hey mate - great to see you back here!
Yeah it’s a pretty nice spot right. Crazy that my older 2 bedroom apartment in Sydney was almost $1000 more expensive than this place.
Im doing great thanks buddy, I hope you are always doing well and having a great weekend 🙋🏽♂️✌🏽
Mate, this is nishijin, my kids go dentist nearby. This is far from the richest areas. Try somewhere next to us embassy or near the zoo - those areas are rich.
another great video, Christian! crazy that that luxurious and large of an apartment is cheaper than what i pay for a one bedroom in the US. keep the great Fukuoka content coming! would love to see local life of Fukuoka in a future video, little markets, cool shops that you've found and liked, a day at the beach, everyday activities, etc.!
much love,
Ryan
Hey Ryan!
Great feedback mate and super appreciate you tuning in for the watch. Glad you enjoyed it. Where abouts in the states are you for comparison? I’m always curious to know!
And thanks for the recommendations of what you’d like to see, sometimes coming up with ideas is the challenging part but maybe Im just over thinking it and need to do more day in the life videos! Thanks legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Of course, Christian!
I'm in Colorado. Average rent here is roughly $1900 USD per month.
Happy to provide the suggestions, man. We're here to watch you enjoying your time in Fukuoka. Looking forward to whatever you put out, man!
Cheers,
Ryan
Wow - super spenny in Colorado hey! Interestingly, I have so many people I've chatted to in the community from Colorado haha I love it! I have a girl in my language class from there, she always love to hear it.
Appreciate your support buddy, and looking forward to seeing you around the comments more often!✌🏽
@@hangswithchristian I’ll definitely be here dude!
Ahh yeah you and I briefly talked about your classmate before in the comment section of another video. I still would love to hear her story but totally understand any hesitation of putting herself out there online haha.
Regardless, I’m stoked for any other content you put out, brother. Have a fantastic day!
I am practice the listening skill from your video and can be travelling every place at home ^^ . Make more videos Bro
I hope my English is okay to listen to! Haha
Love hearing that though mate, thank you so much for watching and supporting🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Love the huge flat, although with the balcony, it's a shame they've positioned the generator right where you could stand to look out. They could've put that to the side.
A massive Genkan is great. My front room has wooden floors, but after that, it's mostly carpet, so shoes off for everyone! 😁
I do kinda wish the toilet, shower and sink were in the same room, AND had a big window to view the outside, although I see that a lot of houses are built close together, so they have frosted glass in many rooms. I know even the window is rare in a bathroom in most places, but I have that here, as I converted the back bedroom into the bathroom. That's one thing I'd miss if I moved out of this house 😁
A big bath would be a must, too! Does look like there's a bit of damage on the outside decking area, unless it's just spillages that can be easily cleaned, but it'd be a shame if someone's broken part of it after all that money they spent.
Hey legend - appreciate you tuning back in and providing your thoughts!
Yeah some things are just done differently here. For example, I personally love western bathrooms better with a big open room, walk in shower. At least, that what I had in Australia.
But other than that, the price is actually very decent for what you get and particularly the location! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Hi, thanks for your reply, and there's definitely differences I'd need to get used to. Another would be having the washer/dryer next to the bathroom sink. I've only ever known them in the kitchen, and separate. 😁
However, all the little differences are just minor things to get used to, and no major deal-breakers to worry about, wherever I'd be 😃
Greetings from Denmark :) thanks for the video, I really love to see how Japanese apartments are inside.
Hello Denmark!
You are the first person Denmark I believe so thank you so much for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️ Hopefully I can do more of these in the future so stayed tuned!
Hope to hear from you again soon 🇯🇵
Commenting for the algo gods, subscribing from Melbourne, keep up the good work mate!
Haha ‘algo’ as in Algorithm? Haha please tell me that’s what that mean because I love it so much 🤣
Thanks for watching legend, always love hearing from another Aussie! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian yes algorithm, congrats for the wedding! If you moved for her, you are a keeper, looking forward for more japan content.
simple man, i see a notification from christian
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Aww mate - easiest way to put a smile on my face! Thanks so much legend, let me know what you think 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian ahh mate this apartment is like a maze haha so much to see!
loved the video legend! would love to cook in that kitchen for sure and the view is so good from the balcony 😍
@@lilyetiG haha it is a big hey! It’s a decent size and I agree with your kitchen statement. But most of all - that balcony right! Im a sucker for a good balcony that I can chill on and take in some sun and that one fits the bill ☀️
Appreciate the support as always buddy 🤙🏽
@@hangswithchristian
Yeah absolutely! I love it here.
It’s much more laid back than Osaka for sure and you get more of an opportunity to practice Japanese here I think.
Check out the abundance of schools in Fukuoka though, I know they are booking up soo fast. I have some classmates in similar situations soon 🥹
Wishing you the best of luck buddy 🤞🏽
I can't believe what you can rent in Fukuoka for the same amount I pay in Toronto! (1 bedroom). The difference is insane. If I needed a home office, a place like this would be ideal. But I prefer to save some money on rent to spend on travelling on school breaks. The second room was perfect for a cat, with the place next to the window. Keep the legendary content, Christian!
Hey legend!
Yeah, for what you get for the price it’s incredible I think also!
You living in Japan atm?
Space is something we always need more of here hey. Super appreciate that feedback mate, love hearing people are enjoying the content! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian Not yet, I'm in Canada. Right now I'm saving enough to study for 1 year, from Oct. 2025 or April 2026. I already passed N5 on my own and the plan is to get there with the N3 to start at the intermediate level.
Also, the Fukuoka lifestyle looks so much more relaxed compared to Tokyo, so this channel is perfect for learning more about Fukuoka/Kyushu/Student Lifestyle.
Oh that’s awesome mate - it sounds like you are already on a good path to success as is!
Ahh thank you mate, my aim is to promote Fukuoka and the Kyushu region.
Fukuoka is alot more chill and in my opinion, a much better city to study the language in as a student. Much cheaper, more open friendly people, way less tourists so you practice more Japanese. Plus its a great transport hub if you still want to travel etc. I reckon it’ll be a great choice!
Hey Christian,
Great video! Can’t believe you get all that space for only AUD$500 a week! A full AUD$200 less than what I’m paying in Sydney and about 2-3 times the size!
How soon can I move in?
Tristan
Tristan!
Great to hear from you buddy 🙋🏽♂️
Absolutely right, in comparison to Sydney these prices are amazing and short stroll to the beach…easy sell right! Move to Fukuoka and it’s all your champion 🙋🏽♂️✌🏽
I went through the whole video thinking it was 1500 a week, blidesighted by living in Sydney. I checked the title again and noted its 1500 per month... bargain!!!!
Haha right! My thoughts exactly!
In Sydney for my 2 bedroom apartment that was older we were paying almost $1000 more than this place a month. Could you imagine the cost of this next to the beach in Sydney…mate! 💰
Hope you enjoyed it legend and great to see you back again in the comments 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian this is effectively equivalent to Bondi junction by the sound of it...
Yeah but heaps nicer area haha
I actually worked about 10 years in the junction - miss it a bit!
But distance to the beach is so close and all flat walking. It’s such a vibe hey! Sign me up today I reckon haha
the difference between this apartment and my own is ridiculous! i spend close to AUD $2200 a month for my apartment and it's LEAGUES smaller than this! i would move in a heartbeat if i had the opportunity to live in a place like this.
haha Yeah Australia is getting wild right. My shared apartment before I left was $3400AUD before I left and was a bit on the older side. Like you, I would move in a second haha
Honestly though, I just want access the beach. Summer or winter, having water close by makes everything better!
Good to see you back here legend!
Hope you've been keeping well 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Thank you very much for the info. I'm wondering if you could do some comparisons between Fukuoka and Busan.
Oh great idea!
Actually I’ve never been to South Korea yet but its number one of my list to go next. Did you know you can catch the ferry from Fukuoka to Busan? Im aiming do that this year I’m thinking so look out for that video for sure 👍🏽
Thanks for tuning in legend 🙋🏽♂️
@@hangswithchristian Yes I knew about the ferry. I've wondered which city would be a better choice to retire to. I understand the visa situation in Japan, but haven't looked into Korea. I, as well as others can appreciate any resources that you share as living and trying to communicate my wish to retire there is very difficult. I was in Tokyo for a month in November and liked it so much I really want to be there. Thanks again.
Oh that’s a really interesting topic. How would you go about visas or have you not looked to much into that at the moment?
I believe both countries do make it a bit difficult to acquire a visa but its something I’d even benefit from interested to know more about.
I’m hoping over time through people I meet here I’ll be able to find stories on different routes to visas people took.
It would be great to know!
@@hangswithchristian Actually, my plan is to a total of six months (it sounds like a visa will allow that), and then part time in Vietnam. I have just long termed a studio apartment in Danang for the next year. Roomy, clean with kitchen for $400 a month. Two minutes walk to the beach. People are lovely and infrastructure is head and shoulders above say the Philippines. Good choice of food also. So, I think I've worked out that part, but during the rainy season I want to be elsewhere. I also want to get back to Australia and New Zealand for a month or two every year. I retire in two years and I'm trying to make this happen. So, a reasonable price for an apartment in Fukuoka, Sapporo or Busan would be great.
Oh that’s amazing, you sounds like you have such a great solid plan on you there already.
Actually I’ve heard Sapporo is really cheap also. I’m planning to visit there soon too as I’ve never been.
I love though that you are planning to move around a bit. As you can only stay a max 3 months on a tourist visa here and Busan, really, you could just jump back and forth between the two pretty easily. Stretch 6 months longer if you keep reseting the 3 month visa!
So nice! And still cheaper than Sydney!
By miles cheaper than Sydney right haha
Thanks Saraaa! Always the best to see you here in the comments legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Did I hear you say maybe in the future you would be able to afford an apartment like this one. Does that mean you are planning long term living there? If so, how do you plan on doing this. Dude, so far your videos are great and informative. Keep it up.
Hey legend - thanks so much for the kind feedback, I love hearing when someone has enjoyed it!
Yeah my plan has always been to one day buy a place here, I’d prefer a house though! So might be a while, but that’s the plan.
I actually have some news soon related to life updates that I’ve been planning on making that will answer your questions, keep an eye out bud! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
You and 2 others could all share . Still only $500 a month for you ! 😎
Exactly! Soo cheap hey.
Im aiming for a house myself though, I want a backyard and be able to touch grass in the morning haha but nothing beats being beachside and the smell of ocean air 🤤
What?? BYO lights and aircon? Very interesting video but shhhh I totally do not have a clothing problem!
YES!
Haha it’s strange right. Though the lights are just plug and play making it super easy to change your lights over at anytime to better remote ones which is cool.
And the fact you started with the ‘shhhh’ puts you 100% in the ‘I have a clothing problem’ line haha
Thanks for tuning in all the way from my home country mate 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Huge crib man, nice video!!
Made my day
Hey legend - thanks so much for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed it. It’s such a great spot hey! 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Love that neighborhood. One day!
Absolutely Grant!
Even the streets around it are so stunning. All round it just a super nice vibe. And of course…you can never beat a near by beach right? Haha
Thanks for supporting legend!🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
Is this $1500 USD or AUD? Its so nice and so much space
Hey Em!
That’s USD so it’s a bit more in AUD but either way, thats only like 500-600 a week for 3 bedder close to the beach. Done deal here! Haha
Always awesome to have you in the comments and hope you book that flight soon ✈️🙋🏽♂️
This is so awesome
It’s not bad hey!
How does this place stack up against places at that price point from where you are from?
Thanks for tuning in legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
I squeezed myself 6ft tall into the bathtub once in Japan which half sized of this video shown. I thought I stuck there
@@cyruslee1015 haha OMG you are touching some memories for me there. All too familiar 🤣
Let me guess it was a beige, deep but short tub?
The classic Japanese box bathroom tub 🛁
Thanks for watching legend 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
That's like the cost of a studio apartment in some parts of the U.S......
Yeah thats so true, Australia where Im from is easily the same hey!
After the email drop in the beginning the audio channels sound double/out of sync with headphones on, just a warning for next vid cheers!
Haha thanks legend!
Actually, its actually not that its out of sync, it’s the noise cancelling on the mic battling to block out the background noise. You’ll notice it on anything outdoors because in summer here there are non stop Cicadas everywhere and they are sooo loud haha
Make it incredibly difficult to film outside and I tried my best to block them out but the audio gets sacrificed a bit.
I thought I would only have to battle the heat in summer filming!
But I super appreciate you looking out and giving that feedback buddy, always love people helping out 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
BYO lights?!? WILD!!
haha yeah mate, when I first found this out I was pretty shocked actually. But then once I saw they just plug into the ceiling I was like....hmm actually you could change any of these out without an electrician to dimmers or different styled ones pretty easy. Even a fan with a light if you want so I get that's an advantage of it!
This is common in Japan. Not ALL lights, but the main ones for rooms yes.
I’ve viewed apartments that have had all lights except the bathroom haha I was so surprised! But I love how easy they are to change so you can really customise your lighting 💡
I am paying about $650 CAD for rent in my 29sqm studio in Fukuoka, Hakata Ku.
Oh wow, that sounds incredibly central and well priced!
That’s sounds super similar to the apartment I picked up when I moved to Fukuoka. I swear prices here are so great if you come from overseas.
How’s does this place stack up in comparison to price and size for places in Canada?
Appreciate the watch buddy 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@@hangswithchristian It is about ½ the price of where I was in Canada near Toronto.
I bet you are loving that value haha my place is sitting about a third of what I was paying in Australia!
Check out the curry bun in 7 Eleven. Eat it hot. Delicious!
Ohh already way ahead of you - had it and can confirm you are correct legend haha 🤤
Great shout Chris, I sent him an email! I wonder what he can do for me as I am quite a tall guy, I need all the help I can get when looking for a place to stay!
Good to see you here again legend!
Oh that’s great 👍🏽
Hopefully they can help you out mate. Haha yeah being tall in Japan can have its troubles. Eyes always peeled for those damn door frames 🥲
Wishing you the best of luck and thanks as always for coming back and tuning in 🤞🏽
@@hangswithchristian I will never stop tuning in brother!
Haha thanks legend really appreciate that!
Ps, just a heads up. The real estate company might not be the best place for apartment hunting on a student visa as normal contract periods here are generally 2 years for apartments which makes it tricky. But they are really kind so see what they say!
Best of luck!
7:50 in the video. How tall are you? Looks like they had people like you in mind legend when building these door frames.
Haha absolutely they did. I’m dead on 6FT, so these are so tall door frames actually, even for a modern build.
Its a stretch but this area is popular for foreigners as mentioned in the video so could be a renovation catered towards that maybe??
Either way, Im loving it! Haha
Wait, what? You bring your own ceiling lights? You pay electrician to install them, then pay electrician to take them out when you leave? Where does that come from ? Haha
Thank you for the apartment tour. 😊
@@snappycattimesten Good to see ya again Snappy ya legend!
Haha I KNOW - I found it very odd when I first found out but its so normal here that people here find it rare if an apartment came with them 💡
Luckily, the light fixtures are actually amazing, plug and play really. So that’s actually a bit of a positive because you can change your lights yourself if you wanted fancy ones or remote control/colour temperature lights. Which most have here actually. I’ve come to like it haha
No window in the bathroom? Nop. A big red flag. Not worth every penny.
Yeah that's pretty standard here in Japan for the box bathroom units that this place has, but the ventilation system in these are wild! I love fresh air myself also so I totally understand though.
Thanks so much watching 🙋🏽♂️🇯🇵
@hangswithchristian But it gets stuffy during the hot, humid Japanese summer, doesn't it? Mildew-heaven.
Nah not at all actually. As mentioned, the exhaust fans are excellent, particularly in these more modern bathroom.
This particular one is used to dry your washing in which does it so fast so you can imagine shower isn’t a problem 💨
What's your height mate?
Dead on 180cm pretty much hey! I’d say Im average height but it’s often not a height built for Japan door frames haha
Momochi is not even close to the richest neighborhood in Fukuoka.
Hey thanks for tuning in!
I love hearing from others that know Fukuoka, whats number one for you?
ur shirt is so long!
That it is! Comfort level is at a 10 🙋🏽♂️