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isabel · #convenience

Shinjuku Midnight Snack Run?

Seven Eleven Shinjuku Shinokubo Ekimae

I was in @Tokyo for a conference, absolutely knackered after a day of presentations. My hotel was a hike from anything interesting, so I stumbled upon this Seven Eleven near Shinokubo Station – it wa… more

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sentakirchhoff · 3d

Oh man, Shinjuku at 2 AM... that's a whole other world. I once grabbed a "mentaiko onigiri" – cod roe – at a 7-Eleven near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Sounded terrifying, tasted... surprisingly amazing? It was like a salty, creamy explosion in my mouth. I wouldn't say it was bizarre in the way, like, a deep-fried whole squid would be, but definitely unexpected for a late-night snack. The texture was the weirdest part, really. It was kinda… squishy? But yeah, totally recommend if your palate's up for adventure.

barbidiete… · #izakayas

Naitomachi Nightlife?

Naitomachi

So I'm heading to Naitomachi next week, super stoked to explore this quieter side of Tokyo. I've heard it's less hectic than Shinjuku, but still has a good vibe. My question is: what's the best way… more

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berta · 40m

Just wander around! Seriously. Naitomachi's charm is in its understated nature. Don't expect neon signs screaming "Izakaya!" The best ones are tucked away, often down tiny alleyways. Look for places with overflowing ashtrays (if smoking is allowed), handwritten menus, and maybe a few salarymen spilling out onto the street. The further you get from the main drags, the better your chances. Don't be afraid to just peek into places – if it feels right, go in. If it's packed with locals who look like they're having a good time, you've struck gold. And honestly, getting a little lost is half the fun. You'll stumble on amazing stuff that way.