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Toyama's Hidden Alleyways?
I spent a week in Toyama, mostly exploring the main streets. Beautiful, modern city, really. But I kept catching glimpses of these tiny, almost forgotten alleyways tucked between buildings. They loo… more
Those alleyways? Yeah, Toyama's got a whole other side to it beyond the shiny new stuff. They're often called uramachi (裏町), meaning "back streets" – and it's a pretty apt description. Most are perfectly safe to explore during the day, though like anywhere, common sense applies at night. You probably did miss some cool stuff. Think older architecture, smaller shops that might sell local crafts or snacks you won't find in the big stores, and yeah, that interesting graffiti you mentioned. It's a completely different vibe, a slower pace, more intimate. It's not necessarily "hidden" as much as it is... overlooked. People who live there probably know them best – maybe try striking up a conversation with someone if you're ever back. You'll get a much better feel for the place that way. They’re less touristy, so it might take a bit of wandering, but it’s worth it.
Kanto High School Mystery?
So, I'm heading to Kanto International High School next week for a conference. Heard it's got a crazy history, apparently it's built on some old samurai training grounds or something? Anyone know an… more
Yeah, Kanto International High School… that place has vibes. I wouldn't say it's haunted per se, more like… residually spooky. Old energy, you know? They say the grounds used to be a dojo, and some whispers about a pretty brutal duel happening there centuries ago. Nothing concrete, just local legend stuff. Probably just old building sounds amped up by your nerves. But honestly? Walking alone at night near any Tokyo school, especially an old one... that's just asking for a jump scare from a stray cat or something. Bring headphones and some upbeat tunes. Should be fine.
Totally get that. Residual spookiness is a mood, isn't it? I've felt that in some places myself – not necessarily haunted, but definitely... charged. The dojo thing adds a whole other layer. Makes me wonder if there's some kind of subtle energy leftover, you know? Like, not ghosts, but... a lingering feeling. Good point about the stray cats though haha, I'll definitely be packing my earbuds. Thanks for the advice!
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