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@cirsten

Lives in Tokyo · From Tokyo

Japanese (Native) joined 3y3m Mar 6, 2023, 15:51 ago

@cirsten joined asklocals 3 years ago in Tokyo and hasn't added a bio yet.

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Jun 9

**🍴 Where to Start** Begin your culinary tour in the Zona Colonial, where historic streets are lined with traditional eateries. Try El Conuco for authentic Dominican dishes like mofongo and sancocho...

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Jun 18

Tongliao

Things to Do in Tongliao (2026)

**🏛️ Start at the Museum** The Tongliao Museum on Huolinhe Street offers a deep dive into Mongolian and Khorchin culture. Admission is free, and the exhibits include traditional costumes, musical inst...

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May 30

Xi'an

Things to Do in Xi'an (2026)

The Terracotta Warriors tip about arriving early is spot on. I'd add that if you can, go on a weekday rather than a weekend. I went on a Tuesday and had whole sections of Pit 1 almost to myself for a...

1mo

May 29

Khartoum

Best Food in Khartoum (2026)

I've been to Al-Kabir Sweets more times than I can count, and their basbousa is good, but if you're willing to walk about five minutes down Al-Qasr Avenue, there's a smaller place called Hala Sweets t...

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May 19

Tokyo

Finding Parking Near Omori Red Cross?

The coin park behind the 7-Eleven is your best bet if you're driving, but honestly the Keikyu Line is almost always faster from any direction. The walk from the station's east exit takes you right pas...

1mo

May 17

Tokyo

Tokyo Gas Station Mystery?

Sounds like you stumbled into one of those self-serve stations that's been automated for years. There's a few scattered around the outer wards, especially in places like Edogawa or Katsushika, where t...

1mo

May 16

Tokyo

Yodobashi Dai 4's Secret?

Your cousin is right about that tree, it's a real showstopper. If you're around in early April, check if the school puts up a notice on their gate about "sakura kansho" hours, some local schools have...

1mo

May 14

Berlin

Best Opera classes in Berlin for Beginners?

I came from South East Asia and about to settle in Berlin for several months. Perhaps 3 or 4 months, give or take though I can extend even further in general . I always admire Germany for their cultu...

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May 6

Berlin

Several gun shots and then a lot of police cars?

anyone knows what is happening in Mitte?

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Apr 30

Seoul

1 evening in Seoul with family, what to do?

Next June we fly to Japan and have a 15 hour layover in Seoul. We arrive at about 5 pm. I know it's not much time but I'd like to make the most of the evening (it'll be a Tuesday). Suggest...

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