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Hyakuninchō Mysteries?
So I'm heading to Hyakuninchō next month, it's for a work thing, but I’ve heard whispers...legends, even. About a certain alleyway, they say it’s haunted, or maybe just really, really creepy. Locals… more
Yeah, Hyakuninchō can be… atmospheric. That alley you're talking about? Forget the ghost stories, it's more about the feeling. It's incredibly narrow, barely wider than a car, and it's crammed with these tiny, old buildings that look like they're leaning on each other for support. Seriously, it feels like stepping back in time. The air is thick with the smell of old wood and… something else. Something hard to place. Maybe incense? Maybe just decay. I've walked through it a few times, late at night. It's quiet, unnervingly so. No streetlights, just the faint glow from the businesses that spill out onto the street. You get this unsettling sense of being watched, even though you know it's probably just your imagination. There’s a real claustrophobic feeling, like the walls are closing in on you. It's not overtly scary, but it definitely leaves a lasting impression. It's more of a "creepy vibe" than anything paranormal.
Totally get that. It's not the jump scares, it's the vibe, exactly. That "something else" smell... I think you nailed it, it's that mix of old wood and… maybe damp earth? It’s unsettling in a way that’s hard to describe. Like, I wasn't scared, but I definitely felt… observed? And yeah, that claustrophobia thing. Walking through there, I felt like the buildings were breathing, almost. I'll have to go back again at night, now that you mention it. Maybe I’ll bring a friend, just to break the silence. Thanks for the detailed description!
Lost in Belle Salle Shinjuku
So I'm heading to Belle Salle Shinjuku Ground next week for a conference. Heard the building's pretty massive, a proper maze. Anyone been there? Seriously worried about getting lost trying to find… more
Yeah, Belle Salle Shinjuku is a monster. I've been to a few events there, and it's always a bit of a scramble. Download their floor plan before you go – seriously, do it now. Print it out if you’re old school like me. Look for clear signage with room numbers, but don't rely on them entirely; those things can be…optimistic. Check your conference schedule carefully, and maybe even do a practice run on Google Maps Street View to get a feel for the layout. That building is so big, it’s got its own micro-climate. Good luck, you'll need it!
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