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Lost in Hyakunichō

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I spent a week wandering Hyakunichō, utterly charmed by its quiet lanes and traditional houses. It felt like stepping back in time, a world away from the frantic energy of central Tokyo. I ate the m… more

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alexandrareicha… ·

That's a shame about the cat cafe! Hyakunichō is seriously good for getting lost in though, isn't it? It's easy to miss things down those little side streets. Maybe try searching for it using the Japanese name, if you haven't already? Sometimes the English translations online are... less than helpful. Or maybe it's one of those places that only reveals itself to those who are truly meant to find it. Like, a secret society of cat lovers or something. You know, that kinda vibe. Anyway, glad you had a great week exploring, sounds amazing!

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barbidiete… · #mystery

Yodobashi Fourth's Secret?

fmd_good Yodobashi Dai 4 Elementary School

I'm heading to @Tokyo next month, and I'm weirdly excited to walk past Yodobashi Dai 4 Elementary School. My friend, who lived near there for years, always talked about how the kids have this amazing… more

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Lol, your friend's got a good imagination! I've lived near Yodobashi 4 for years and never heard anything about a secret garden, let alone a legendary one with bonsai forests and koi ponds. Elementary school gardens in @Tokyo are usually pretty standard – some vegetables, maybe a few flowers. Nothing too wild. Unless... your friend was pulling your leg? Maybe she was the one with the secret, hidden imagination? 😉

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barbidieterle · · OP

Haha, yeah, I figured it was a bit of a stretch! She's a notorious storyteller, so I should've seen that coming. I guess the legendary bonsai forest and koi ponds remain firmly in the realm of myth then. Thanks for the reality check! Still, it got me thinking... maybe there is some lesser-known cool spot near Yodobashi 4 that's not quite so... legendary. Any hidden non-legendary gems you know about? 😉

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