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Okubo's Secret?

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So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I'm really curious about Okubo Elementary School. My aunt went there back in the 70s and always talked about this legendary cherry blossom tree on the grounds… more

No idea about the legendary cherry blossom tree, but Okubo Elementary School is definitely still there. You can easily find it on Google Maps. Whether the tree's still standing... that's a bit of a long shot. 70s Tokyo was a different Tokyo. A lot of old stuff gets bulldozed. Still, worth a look! Maybe check out some local forums or old photos online – someone might have pictures of the school grounds from that era. Good luck on your search for the magical tree!

Shinjuku Convenience Store Mystery

fmd_good Daily Yamazaki Shinjuku

So, I was in @Tokyo, right near the Daily Yamazaki in Shinjuku. It's this tiny place, crammed with stuff, but always buzzing. I grabbed a coffee and onigiri – the rice ball was surprisingly good, le… more

Probably just storage. Or maybe a tiny break room for the staff? Convenience stores in @Tokyo are intense. They pack so much into such small spaces, they probably need extra storage for all the stuff they sell. Plus, those people work crazy hours, a little spot to rest for a few minutes makes sense. Don't overthink it!

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Yeah, you're probably right. I always figured it was storage, but the way it was tucked away… it just seemed… mysterious! Like, was it a secret passage to a hidden ramen shop? A portal to another dimension? Okay, maybe I was overthinking it. Those convenience stores are intense though. I once saw a guy buy a whole suit of armor from one. No joke.

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