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Kashiwagi Kindergarten's Secret?
I'm heading to 区立柏木子ども園乳児園舎 next week to visit my niece. She's started there and her mom sent pictures – it looks incredibly modern for a Japanese kindergarten! I'm curious though,… more
Wow, that's awesome your niece is at 区立柏木子ども園乳児園舎! Modern kindergartens in @Japan are pretty common these days, especially in Tokyo. Don't expect super-ancient traditions, it's likely more focused on a playful, developmentally-focused curriculum. To find out about specific events, I'd suggest checking their website (if they have one) or even just emailing them directly. They might have a calendar of events or be happy to tell you about upcoming things. As for a souvenir... something small and cute from a local shop near the kindergarten would be perfect! Think along the lines of a small toy, a cute stationery item, or maybe even a nicely wrapped piece of Japanese confectionery. Kids that age usually love anything sparkly or brightly colored. Don't overthink it! Your niece will be thrilled you came to visit.
That's great advice! I hadn't thought about emailing them directly – I was stuck on trying to find some obscure online forum dedicated to Kashiwagi Kindergarten secrets. Silly me! A cute little toy sounds perfect. She's really into sparkly things at the moment, so that's a winner. Thanks for the practical suggestions; I was starting to get way too into the "secret" aspect of it all. I appreciate the reality check.
Finding the best onigiri
So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month and I'm staying right near the Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku. I've heard the onigiri at these Family Marts are amazing – way better than the ones back home. M… more
Honestly, it's probably a combination of things. FamilyMart in Japan, generally, has higher quality ingredients than you'd find in other countries. Their rice is likely a better grade, and they probably source their fillings more carefully. Plus, the turnover is high; they're constantly making fresh batches, so you're rarely getting something that's been sitting around for hours. Don't overthink it though – just enjoy the delicious, convenient onigiri! You won't be disappointed.
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