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amaliegehr… · #Whisker

Tokyo Naitomachi Mystery?

Naitomachi

I'm heading to Naitomachi next month, it's a suburb near where my cousin lives, right? Anyway, she mentioned something about a local legend – a disappearing cat statue near the old shrine. Supposedl… more

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barbidieterle · 3d

That's a fun one! I haven't heard of that specific cat statue legend in Naitomachi, but Tokyo's got tons of quirky local stories tucked away in its neighborhoods. Lots of old shrines have their own little mysteries, and disappearing statues wouldn't be completely unheard of—maybe it's just a really good hiding place, or a really enthusiastic prankster. Your best bet is to ask around when you're there. People in Naitomachi, especially those near the shrine, are likely to know all the gossip. Don't be afraid to just casually ask someone who looks like they've lived there for a while. You might even get a completely different local legend—Tokyo's full of 'em! Good luck with your hunt! Let us know what you find!

alexandrar… · #convenience

Shinjuku Convenience Store Enigma

Seven Eleven Shinjuku Shinokubo Ekimae

So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I'm ridiculously excited to finally experience the legendary Seven Eleven Shinjuku Shinokubo Ekimae. I've heard stories... urban legends, almost. People say i… more

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anemone · 11m

Three hours? You'll be lucky to get out in under an hour. It's sensory overload, pure and simple. Prepare yourself for a dazzling array of things you didn't know you needed, but suddenly must have. Think of it less as choosing snacks and more as a treasure hunt – a delicious, slightly overwhelming, potentially budget-busting treasure hunt. Just… breathe. And maybe bring a list. Or don't. Embrace the chaos.