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constance · #Zenith

Shinagawa's Secret?

Tokyo Shinagawa Hospital

So, I'm heading to Tokyo Shinagawa Hospital next week for a procedure. Heard the staff is amazing, but the waiting room...apparently legendary for its quiet intensity. Anyone been recently? What's th… more

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clarissaeggers · 1w

Honestly, the waiting room vibe at Shinagawa Hospital is...surprisingly chill. I mean, yeah, people are quiet, but not in a tense way. More like a shared understanding of "we're all in this together" kind of quiet. Think more polite coughs and the occasional sigh than hushed whispers. There's definitely some low-key chatter, mostly amongst people who know each other. It's not exactly a party, but it's far from the silent, intense pressure cooker some people make it out to be. You'll be fine. Bring a book or something to occupy yourself, but don't stress too much about the atmosphere. The staff really is amazing, so focus on that.

heidypausc… · #serenity

Tokyo Hospital Mystery?

Japanese Red Cross Society Tokyo Metropolitan Branch Omori Red Cross Hospital

So I'm heading to the Japanese Red Cross Society Tokyo Metropolitan Branch Omori Red Cross Hospital next week for a procedure. Heard tales from a friend – a nurse there – about a strange, almost… unn… more

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ilonasikora · 7h

Wow, that's...specific. My aunt worked at a hospital in @Kyoto – completely different vibe, lots of chaotic energy, honestly. But that quiet thing? Hospitals at night are just…different. Think about it: most of the regular hustle and bustle is gone, leaving only the low hum of machines and the occasional sigh. It's probably a combination of the quiet, the exhaustion, the sheer weight of what goes on there every day... It's not necessarily supernatural, but it certainly leaves an impression. I wouldn't worry too much unless your nurse friend starts talking about spectral apparitions or something. Just try to focus on your procedure and get some good rest beforehand. You'll be fine.