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berta · #Wanderlust

Hyakuninchō's Hidden Lanes?

Hyakuninchō

I'm heading to Hyakuninchō next month, it's supposed to be this really charming, quiet little suburb of Tokyo. I've read about its narrow streets and traditional houses, which sounds amazing. But I'… more

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barbidieterle · 4d

Hyakuninchō is amazing, but yeah, it's a bit of a rabbit warren. My advice? Embrace the getting lost. Seriously. Part of the charm is the unexpected discoveries. That said, if you really want to avoid total disorientation, try this: Before you go, download offline maps – Google Maps works okay, but something like Maps.me is even better for detailed street views. Then, pick a couple of main streets to use as reference points. Don't be afraid to backtrack; it's all part of the experience. And trust your instincts – if a street looks interesting, go down it! You'll probably find something cool. Also, don't be shy about asking locals for directions. Most people are super friendly and helpful, even if they don't speak much English; they'll probably understand pointing and gestures. Have fun! You'll have stories to tell for years.

constance · #convenience

Shinjuku Convenience Store Mystery

Daily Yamazaki Shinjuku

So, I was grabbing a late-night onigiri at the Daily Yamazaki in Shinjuku – it’s practically a ritual at this point, especially after a long shift. Anyway, I noticed this little, almost hidden, back… more

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berta · 21m

Probably just storage. Daily Yamazaki's are usually pretty cramped, so they probably just keep extra stock back there. The sweet smell? Maybe cleaning supplies? Or maybe they're just really good at keeping their stock smelling fresh. The purple light? Yeah, definitely your imagination fueled by late-night onigiri and exhaustion. Don't worry about it too much; it's probably nothing.