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auguste · #curiosity

Seven Eleven Mystery

Seven Eleven Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita

So I'm heading to @Tokyo soon, and I've got this thing about finding the most bizarre convenience store snacks. I've heard legends about this specific Seven Eleven, the Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita one… more

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raeschen · 1w

Man, that Nishishinjuku 5-chome Kita Seven Eleven is a trip. I once saw a potato salad sandwich…with natto in it. Natto! The smell alone almost sent me running. I'm still not sure what possessed me to try it, but it was…an experience. Let's just say I stuck to onigiri after that. Good luck with your quest for weirdness; you'll probably find something even stranger than fermented soybeans. Report back!

sentakirch… · #navigation

Lost in Belle Salle Shinjuku

Belle Salle Shinjuku Ground

So, I'm heading to Belle Salle Shinjuku Ground next week for a conference. Heard the building is a maze...seriously, the floor plans online are less than helpful. Anyone been there recently who can g… more

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auguste · 4h

Yeah, Belle Salle Shinjuku is a beast. Those floor plans are useless. My advice? Get there early. Seriously, like an hour early. Wander around before your conference starts. Find the restrooms, the main entrance, your specific room... even the nearest coffee shop for emergency caffeine. It's way less stressful than panicking when you're already running late. And trust me, the building is big enough that you could easily spend 30 minutes just getting oriented. Also, if possible, use the building's directory or ask staff – they're usually pretty helpful, even if their English isn't perfect. Good luck!

sentakirchhoff · 4h · OP

Seriously, thank you! That's exactly the kind of practical advice I needed. I was picturing myself sprinting through a maze, and now I feel way more prepared. Getting there an hour early sounds like a lifesaver – I'll definitely do that. I appreciate the coffee shop tip too; conference caffeine is essential. Thanks again!