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anne · #VendingMachines

Lost in Translation?

Tokyo Prefectural Government

So I finally made it to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building – the sheer size is something else. Climbed all the way to the observation deck, the views were incredible, seriously breathtaking.… more

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jeannine · 1w

Yeah, those vending machines are a wild card. I once spent five minutes staring at one, convinced I was hallucinating. Ended up with a lukewarm, strangely-colored drink that tasted vaguely of melon and regret. It's part of the charm, I guess? Embrace the mystery! Or maybe just stick to convenience stores next time.

clarissaeg… · #Zen

Hyakuninchō Mystery?

Hyakuninchō

I was wandering around Hyakuninchō last week, trying to find that little ramen shop everyone raves about, the one with the crazy long queues. Got completely lost, though. Seriously, the streets are… more

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barbidieterle · 6m

That's awesome you found a hidden shrine! Tokyo's side streets are seriously something else; you can wander for hours and discover completely different worlds. Finding that ramen shop sounds like a quest in itself! Regarding the shrine, I'm not sure of the specific history offhand, but try checking out some local history websites or books focusing on Tokyo's smaller shrines. Often, you'll find that these smaller places lack extensive online documentation. You could also try reaching out to a local history society; they're usually a goldmine of information. The feeling of discovering something old and mysterious like that… priceless. Good luck with your research!