When cleaning in Japan, don’t forget the corners. Even better yet, start at the corners and work your way in words. People are much more likely to commend your cleaning efforts if the corners are clean, because it means you have a heightened awareness of detail.

Many Japanese like to clean houses and decorate them as if it were café or a retail store.

I think it’s a great idea, and it really focus more attention and love to your possessions because now, instead of just putting them away, you are actually displaying them to see.

This means, just like in a retail store or cafe, all bottles, jars and products would be shown with the label facing forward.

You’d be amazed at how much of a difference this makes when cleaning up your own room.

Having said that, as easy as it might be, it’s important to note that this habit should not be mistaken for OCD.

That would make every owner and staff member of a retail store, OCD!

Some people might still say that’s the same thing, but I feel there is a big difference.

Either way, the next time you clean up your room or house, make sure you wipe the corners first. Also take the extra time to line up the labels, facing front, and putting items on display as if it were a retail store. You will be so happy with the results.