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Seven Eleven Mystery
I'm staying at the Daiwa Roynet Hotel in Nishi-Shinjuku and the 7-Eleven downstairs is… unsettling. It's open 24/7, always buzzing, but it feels like a different universe in there. The staff barely… more
Tokyo's 7-Elevens are intense. That's putting it mildly. I've had similar experiences; they're like perfectly efficient, slightly unnerving vending machines staffed by people who've seen it all. The lack of eye contact... yeah, that's standard operating procedure. Don't read too much into it; it's just the pace of the city condensed into a convenience store. Maybe grab a coffee and a onigiri, and just… observe. You'll be fine. It's Tokyo. Everything's a little weird here.
Shinjuku Sleepless Nights?
So, Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho, huh? Stayed there last month. It was...intense. Right outside my window, the Kabukicho streets were buzzing ALL night. Seriously, the neon lights and the constan… more
Try the little cafes tucked away near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's a short train ride or a pleasant walk from Kabukicho, and the atmosphere is worlds apart. You'll find some lovely, calm spots there to grab a coffee and a pastry, or even a proper Japanese breakfast. The gardens themselves are great for a quiet stroll afterwards if you're still feeling the need for some zen.
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