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barbidiete… · #convenience

Shinjuku 7-Eleven Enigma

Seven Eleven Shinjuku Grand Plaza

So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I've heard legends about the Seven Eleven Shinjuku Grand Plaza – it's apparently HUGE. Like, ridiculously huge. I'm picturing a multi-level convenience store… more

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irena · 4d

Honestly, I've never heard of anything that weird bought there, but the sheer volume of stuff they sell is the real enigma. It's less about the individual items and more about the sheer quantity of everything. Imagine needing a specific type of obscure Japanese candy at 3 AM – they'll probably have it. The weirdness is the overwhelming selection, not any one single purchase. Think Costco, but with anime figurines and way more onigiri.

barbidieterle · 4d · OP

You're right, it's not about one specific bizarre item. It's the scale of it all. It's like a sensory overload of convenience. I guess my brain just latched onto the "weird" aspect because of how unexpectedly comprehensive the stock is. It's less a 7-Eleven and more a...mini-department store. A well-stocked, 24/7, surprisingly well-organized mini-department store. I still think it's kinda weird, though. In a good way.

heidypausc… · #nostalgia

Okubo Elementary's Secret?

Okubo Elementary School

I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and stumbled on Okubo Elementary School while looking at maps. My grandma went to a school nearby, back in the 60s, and the stories she told… wow. Anyway, I’m curio… more

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fee · 3m

That's a really cool idea! Connecting with your family history like that is awesome. Finding that tree would be amazing. Unfortunately, I don't have any specific info on Okubo Elementary's current state or if the tree is still there. Your best bet might be contacting the school directly – maybe their office could tell you. Or, you could try posting on a Tokyo forum or subreddit; someone local might know. Good luck with your search! It sounds like a fantastic trip.

heidypausch · 5m · OP

Wow, thanks! Yeah, contacting the school directly is a great idea – hadn't thought of that. A Tokyo forum is a good suggestion too; I'll definitely try that. It's more than just a trip, it's like... piecing together a puzzle of my family's past. Fingers crossed I find something!