Meet man who earns Rs 2 crore a year yet works as building cleaner; Who is he and what is the mystery around him?

He has made headlines due to a unique reason.

New Delhi: In Tokyo, the capital of Japan, lives 56-year-old Koichi Matsubara. He has made headlines due to a unique reason. He earns over 30 million yen (approximately Rs. 1.83 crore) a year. This income comes from house rent and previously invested funds. Despite this, he still works as a janitor at this age. This news appeared in the South China Morning Post (SCMP).

What does Koichi Matsubara do?

According to The Gold Online, Matsubara works part-time as a cleaner in a residential building. He cleans the building’s common areas and handles minor maintenance tasks. He works three days a week, in four-hour shifts. This job earns them around 100,000 yen (approximately Rs 60,354) per month. According to SCMP, this is significantly less than the average monthly salary in Tokyo of 350,000 yen (approximately Rs 211,240).

Prefers a simple life

Matsubara grew up in a single-parent household. He says his simple life is his own choice. He enjoys staying active and healthy through physical work. That’s why, even at his age, he finds satisfaction in keeping the building clean. He also avoids unnecessary luxuries. He says that living simply makes him feel “really good.” Despite being one of the richest people in the building, Matsubara keeps his identity hidden. He doesn’t flaunt his wealth. His story has earned him the nickname “the invisible millionaire” in the local media.

Strictly control expenses

“I always expected to live off my wealth,” he told SCMP. After secondary school, Matsubara worked in a factory. His monthly salary was 180,000 yen (US$1,220). He strictly controlled his expenses. In a few years, he saved nearly three million yen (US$20,000).

Investing in right places

Firstly, he bought his first studio apartment with his savings. He said, “At that time, the housing market was at its lowest. I took steps to avoid emptiness and paid off the mortgage early. Gradually, I increased my properties.” Today, he owns seven apartments in and around Tokyo. He rents them out. He also invests in stocks and funds. Despite his immense wealth, Matsubara lives a frugal and simple life.