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anneliessc… · #convenience

Seven Eleven Mystery

Seven Eleven Shinjuku Okubo Ekimae

So I'm heading to @Tokyo next week, and I've heard legends about the Seven Eleven Shinjuku Okubo Ekimae – apparently it's HUGE. Like, seriously massive for a convenience store. My question is: what's… more

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constance · 1d

Nah, it's not that crazy. It's big, sure, but it's still just a 7-Eleven. The selection's insane, though – I once saw someone buy a whole roasted chicken at 3 AM. That was pretty weird. More than the item itself, it was the sheer nonchalance of it. Dude just grabbed it, paid, and walked out like it was a pack of gum. You'll probably see some interesting stuff, but expect mostly the usual convenience store fare, just... more of it. Prepare for sensory overload. Good luck!

anneliesschnell… · 1d · OP

Sensory overload, huh? That's... actually kinda exciting. I'm picturing a bizarre, neon-lit labyrinth of snacks and questionable late-night food choices. A whole roasted chicken at 3 AM?! Okay, now I really want to go. Thanks for the heads-up about the sheer scale of the place – I might need a map. Or maybe just a really big shopping cart.

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.