Written by Nadia Kim (Last updated: 2026.01.15)

Over time, I have realized that it is important to set up an environment that makes focus easier and tasks enjoyable during long research or study sessions. One small habit that has helped me a lot is using Pomodoro videos while I work, especially Animal Crossing–themed ones.

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The Pomodoro Technique is a time-management method that breaks work into short, focused intervals. This structure helps prevent burnout and makes it easier to return to work without feeling overwhelmed. My preference is working for 25 minutes and then taking a 5-minute break, just enough to stand up, stretch, and move around a little. Over long hours, this makes a real difference for back and spine health, blood circulation, and overall comfort at the desk.

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This page is a curated collection of Animal Crossing Pomodoro YouTube videos that I regularly use for focused work. All of the videos here follow the same 25-minute work and 5-minute break rhythm. They do not include background music, and some have very light ambient sounds or gentle ASMR.

I usually play these videos on my phone rather than on my computer. That way, my phone is “occupied,” and I am much less tempted to pick it up and start scrolling. At the same time, having the video running nearby makes long research sessions feel less isolating. The small Animal Crossing characters are also studying, reading, or working quietly, which creates a subtle sense of companionship. It sounds trivial, but it genuinely helps me stay present and focused 😊

One detail I especially like is that ✨the characters take breaks too✨. During the 5-minute break, they chat, stretch, or relax. Seeing that makes it easier for me to step away from my desk without guilt. It becomes a shared pause, which I find helpful for both productivity and mental well-being.

This is a live page, so I will continue adding links over time as I find videos that work well. If you use Pomodoro timers and enjoy gentle, low-pressure focus environments, I hope this collection can be useful to you too 🌿

Cherry Blossom Cafe

https://youtu.be/N32dF1y7MfY?si=gDT0Kzp7QZREZbRe

Cinnamoroll Cafe

https://youtu.be/Tkssm1ur2WY?si=GwMi7cb4Kt-yNa0R

Library

https://youtu.be/t5vYRZwo-6g?si=szqWN_X8xnxfeSo4

Aquarium

https://youtu.be/plsthtvNx9w?si=FPkJTu6xHe4eGMWi

Fall Cafe

https://youtu.be/2YjC6by7uxE?si=3NwAOLeQx2h0MkgW

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Author: Ji Hyun “Nadia” Kim

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