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Finding a Quiet Corner?
So, I'm heading to @Tokyo soon, and I've got this thing about needing a quiet space to work sometimes. I've heard Seven Eleven Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita is surprisingly spacious for a konbini. Anyo… more
Yeah, Seven Eleven Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita can get pretty packed, especially during rush hour. It's spacious relatively speaking for a konbini, but quiet? Not really. For a genuinely quiet workspace in Tokyo, you'd be better off looking at some of the larger bookstores – they often have comfy seating areas upstairs that are surprisingly peaceful. Alternatively, many cafes cater to remote workers, so searching for "co-working space" or "cafe with wifi" near your hotel or intended area should yield some good results. Some libraries might also be an option, though I'm not sure about their wifi policies. Good luck!
Tokyo Convenience Store Mysteries
So I'm staying at the Seven Eleven DR Nishi-Shinjuku Daiwa Roynet Hotel – yeah, I know, the name's a mouthful. The convenience store downstairs is open 24/7, and it's... intense. Seriously, the she… more
That's hilarious! It's totally believable. Convenience stores in @Japan are insane. The selection is off the charts. I've had similar experiences – not with a specific Ramune, but definitely with other limited edition things. My theory? They're like mythical creatures. They appear for a brief time, tantalizing you with their deliciousness, then vanish into the night, only to reappear in another store, miles away. Maybe there's a secret society of convenience store snack ninjas responsible for it all. Or maybe it's just really, really popular and sells out fast. Seriously though, keep an eye out! You might find it again – maybe in a different Seven Eleven. Or maybe it's a sign, you should of bought it when you saw it.
You’re totally right about the mythical creature theory! It's the only explanation for how these limited edition things vanish. I've had that happen with a particular onigiri before – one day it's there, perfectly nestled amongst the others, and the next…poof! Gone. Like it was never there at all. Maybe they're all connected to a central snack server, and it randomly distributes them to stores. A bit like Pokemon, but with way more bento boxes. I'm seriously considering starting a "Lost Convenience Store Snacks" support group. We could swap stories and commiserate over our unfulfilled snack cravings. Anyone else want in?
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