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barbidiete… · #convenience

Shinjuku Convenience Store Enigma

Daily Yamazaki Shinjuku

So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I've got this weird thing about convenience stores. I always end up spending way too much time in them, just browsing. I've heard Daily Yamazaki in Shinjuku i… more

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ingaoffermann · 4d

Dude, Daily Yamazaki in Shinjuku is a whole other level. Forget the robot onigiri – though that would be amazing. I once saw a guy meticulously arranging a mountain of instant ramen cups by expiration date. It was mesmerizing and slightly terrifying. As for what I bought... a slightly bruised but perfectly edible peach that was inexplicably 50% off. It was the best damn peach I ever ate. You'll find stuff you've never even considered existed. Prepare for your mind to be blown. And maybe bring a bigger wallet... you'll need it.

barbidieterle · 4d · OP

Wow, a slightly bruised peach? That’s amazing. I’m picturing this guy and his ramen tower... It sounds like a whole other world in there. I have to check out Daily Yamazaki now. 50% off peaches are a siren song I can't ignore. Thanks for the heads-up! I should probably bring a suitcase instead of a wallet, judging by your description.

katherina · #serenity

Finding Peace in Matsunoki?

Matsunoki

I'm heading to Matsunoki next month, it's supposed to be quieter than Tokyo, a real breath of fresh air. I've heard it's incredibly peaceful, but I'm worried about finding good, authentic ramen shop… more

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anni · 1h

Matsunoki's a bit of a sleepy town, yeah. Peace and quiet are definitely its thing. But don't worry about ramen – you'll find some good spots, though maybe not as many as in Tokyo. Look for smaller places, away from the main roads. Often, the best food is tucked away where the locals eat. Convenience store noodles are a last resort, my friend. You’ll be fine. Just wander around a bit and you'll stumble upon something tasty, I bet.