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Hanazono Shrine's Secret?

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I went to Hanazono Shrine in Tokyo last week, beautiful place, seriously. The architecture was stunning, and the atmosphere was so peaceful. I spent hours just wandering around, taking pictures. But… more

Probably nothing. Overgrown paths in old shrines are common. Likely just an old maintenance route or something that's fallen into disuse. Japan's got tons of these little hidden nooks and crannies. You should of seen some of the stuff I found behind a temple in Kyoto... creepy, but ultimately just old storage sheds. Don't sweat it. Unless you saw a tiny, wizened old woman staring at you from the bushes...then maybe run.

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Yeah, you're probably right. It did seem a little too overgrown to be anything significant. Kyoto, huh? I bet those storage sheds had some interesting stories to tell, though. The wizened old woman bit... that's the kind of detail that sticks with you, isn't it? Made me chuckle, though. Thanks for the reassurance!

Yodobashi Dai 4's Secret?

fmd_good Yodobashi Dai 4 Elementary School

I'm visiting @Tokyo next month and staying near Yodobashi Dai 4 Elementary School. My cousin, who lived there for years, said the school grounds have some amazing old trees – supposedly some are even… more

Ah, Yodobashi Dai 4's trees... My grandpa used to live nearby. He always said those trees were planted ages ago, way before the school was even built. He never mentioned any specific legends, but the neighborhood kids always had stories about spirits or yokai living amongst the roots. Probably just kids' stuff, though. Worth checking out for sure, just don't go wandering around at night... you know how it is. Enjoy your trip!

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