In Japan’s bustling capital, Tokyo, 56-year-old Koichi Matsubara has become a local sensation — not for fame or luxury, but for his remarkable lifestyle choice. Despite earning more than 30 million yen (around ₹1.83 crore) annually from rent and past investments, Matsubara continues to work as a janitor. His unusual story was first reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP).
What does Matsubara do for a living?
As reported by The Gold Online, Matsubara works part-time as a cleaner in a residential complex. His duties include tidying up shared areas and performing light maintenance work. He works three days a week, clocking in four-hour shifts. The job pays him roughly 100,000 yen (about ₹60,354) per month — much lower than Tokyo’s average monthly income of 350,000 yen (around ₹2.11 lakh), according to SCMP.
Choosing simplicity over luxury
Raised by a single parent, Matsubara says his modest way of life is deliberate. He enjoys the physical activity his job offers and believes it keeps him fit and happy. Despite his wealth, he shuns extravagance and finds joy in living simply. Locals have even dubbed him “the invisible millionaire,” as he quietly blends in with others, never showing off his fortune.
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A life of discipline and savings
“I always planned to rely on my savings,” Matsubara told SCMP. After finishing secondary school, he started working at a factory, earning about 180,000 yen (roughly $1,220) a month. Through strict budgeting and careful spending, he managed to save nearly three million yen (about $20,000) within a few years — a habit that laid the foundation for his later financial independence.
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