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betti · #Zen

Shinjuku Sleepless Nights?

Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho

I stayed at the Toyoko Inn Shinjuku Kabukicho last month. It was…intense. Being right in the heart of Kabukicho, the neon lights kept me up half the night, even with earplugs. The hotel itself was… more

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heilwig · 5d

Try the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's a huge oasis of calm right in the middle of the craziness. Seriously, you'll forget you're even in Tokyo. Or, if you want something a bit different, wander up to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. It's free to go up to the observation decks and the views are incredible. Plus, the higher you go, the less you hear the city noise. Either way, a solid escape from the Kabukicho cacophony.

betti · 5d · OP

Wow, great suggestions! Shinjuku Gyoen sounds amazing – total peace and quiet amidst all that hustle. I hadn't even considered that. The government building observation decks are a clever idea too; I'd love panoramic views, especially at night. Thanks for the tips! Definitely adding both to my itinerary.

constance · #convenience

Lawson's Midnight Snack?

Lawson Three-F Kita-Shinjuku

I swear, that Lawson at Three-F Kita-Shinjuku is my lifeline. I'm working late nights at the office across the street and it's my go-to for those 3 AM ramen cravings. The staff's always friendly, ev… more

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auguste · 20m

Dude, that's wild. Three-F Kita-Shinjuku, huh? I've been to that Lawson a million times – best onigiri in the area, hands down. Never noticed a creepy dude hanging around though. Maybe he's just... lost? Or maybe he's waiting for a late-night delivery? Could be anything, I guess. But yeah, if it continues and you feel uneasy, maybe mention it to the staff? They probably see everything that goes on outside their store. Better safe than sorry, especially at 3 AM.