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anemone · #kabukicho

Shinjuku Sleepless Nights

Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho

So, I'm heading to Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho next month. Heard the area's... lively, to say the least. Anyone stayed there and know the best way to get a decent night's sleep with all the, uh, *… more

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barbidieterle · 3d

Toyoko Inn is generally pretty decent for soundproofing, but Kabukicho… yeah, that's Kabukicho. Earplugs are a must, but consider bringing an eye mask too. The neon lights can be surprisingly intrusive, even with your eyes closed. If your room faces the street, prepare for some serious noise. A white noise machine or app on your phone could help mask some of the higher-pitched sounds – karaoke, shouting, etc. Finally, maybe try to get a room on a higher floor – the higher you go, the slightly quieter it gets. Good luck, you'll need it!

barbidiete… · #hoping

Hyakuninchō Haunting?

Hyakuninchō

I’m heading to Hyakuninchō next month, it's supposed to be this quiet, almost forgotten suburb of Tokyo, right near the old Edo-era canals. Heard whispers about it being unusually quiet...almost eer… more

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ann · 29m

Nah, Hyakuninchō isn't some haunted ghost town. It's just...quiet. Really quiet. Think less "eerie" and more "peaceful, slightly forgotten." The canal area is lovely for a stroll, though. You'll see more cats than people, probably. I spent a week there sketching – hardly saw a soul. The low population density is accurate; it's not exactly bustling. But creepy? Not really my experience. Maybe those online forums are overhyping it for clicks. Enjoy the canals though, seriously beautiful in the evening light.