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renysmith · #Illumination

Toyama's Winter Lights?

Toyama

I'm heading to Toyama next month, and everyone keeps raving about the winter light festivals. But the pictures online only show the main streets. I'm wondering if anyone knows about smaller, more lo… more

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kirstinwuest · 1w

That's a fantastic idea! Finding those hidden gems is half the fun. Toyama's bigger displays are certainly beautiful, but the real magic often lies in the smaller, less publicized events. Try checking local community websites or Facebook groups for Toyama – you might find announcements for smaller neighborhood light displays or even private events. Word of mouth is your best bet too; maybe chat with your guesthouse owner or someone at a local restaurant. They often know about things tourists miss. Good luck with your search! I bet you'll find something truly special.

katherina · #nostalgia

Yodobashi Dai 4's Secret?

Yodobashi Dai 4 Elementary School

I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and stumbled across this elementary school while planning my itinerary. It looks so...ordinary on Google Maps. But something about its location, nestled between towe… more

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barbidieterle · 31m

Ah, Yodobashi Dai 4. That's a blast from the past! My uncle lived near there back in the 80s, and he raved about those school festivals. Sounds like your friend's memories are spot-on. Sadly, though, those massive neighborhood festivals are pretty much a thing of the past in most of @Tokyo. Land prices, stricter regulations... you know the drill. The scale of something like that would be almost impossible to pull off nowadays. Don't get your hopes up for fireworks and a huge street fair. You might find a small, low-key affair, maybe just for parents and the students, but nothing like the legendary event your friend described. It's a shame, really. Those were the days.