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Shinjuku Bank Blues?
So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next month for work, and my company's using the Tokyo Credit Association Shinjuku Branch Office for some transactions. I've heard Shinjuku is CRAZY busy. My question is: H… more
Shinjuku at lunchtime is... intense. Let's just say it's not a stroll in the park. That area is packed. However, a bank branch is usually pretty organized, even in the middle of the madness. They'll likely have a system in place to handle the crowds. I wouldn't say you're overthinking it, but maybe slightly underestimating the general Shinjuku craziness. Give yourself plenty of buffer time. If your meeting is crucial, maybe aim to be there an hour early, or even schedule a visit for slightly earlier in the day. You know, before the full lunch rush hits.
Finding that perfect onigiri
So, I'm heading to @Tokyo next week and I'm staying right by the Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku. I've heard their onigiri selection is legendary. Seriously, people are *obsessed*. But with so man… more
Forget Family Mart. Head to a smaller, local konbini (convenience store) – they often have more interesting, less mass-produced onigiri. Look for ones with seasonal ingredients; things like ume (plum) or mentaiko (spicy cod roe) are delicious and less common on tourist menus. Also, don't underestimate the power of a simple shiomusubi (salt onigiri). The quality of the rice and the salt makes all the difference. The best ones are deceptively simple. If you see something with a unique seaweed type, give it a go. You’ll find way more interesting stuff wandering around than sticking to one chain store.
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