One of my favourite things about Japan are the narrow, atmospheric ‘yokochos’ filled with bars and restaurants. People wander these dimly-lit backstreets in search of a quiet (or loud) corner to drink and often stay til the wee hours of the morning. Some bars are so tiny that they can only seat 5 or 6 people. It’s a side of Japan that’s only visible at night – during the daytime, the shops are closed and there is almost no sign of life anywhere.
Weekly Photo Challenge: narrow.
Celia in Tokyo 
Fab shots . . what time were you taking these though as they seem so quiet
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Thanks Becky! They do look pretty quiet don’t they… They were all taken at different times during the night (or day, for one photo). I think everyone was just inside, rather than walking around outside.
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I love those streets and those shopping arcades. They are just so interesting. Great photos.
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It’s very “Japan”, isn’t it. I’m intrigued by them, too :)
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Excellent submissions for this challenge!
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Thank you Hien!
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Hi Celia,
Yes those narrow lanes are always fascinating and the atmosphere in the evening is only enhanced by the lighting and signage, though maybe the signage is more fascinating to me because I can’t read most of them :). Love the shots and the memories.
John
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You’re spot on, there! So many different aspects make these laneways eye-catching. Similarly, I was fascinated by the streets of Hong Kong with all their neon signs and lights, though the streets are much wider there so doesn’t give that intimate feel.
Cheers John!
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Have you been to the ones with a hole in the ceiling so the waiter downstairs can take orders?
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Is that a real thing? Tell me more!!
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Bar Albatross, Piss Alley, Shinjuku station – middle lane close to the middle intersection where the shop specialises in eel. Check it out!
https://fabyeareat.wordpress.com/2013/12/22/hole-in-the-floor-bar-albatross-piss-alley/
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Thanks for sharing! I’ve passed that bar many times, but never actually gone in because it’s usually so busy.
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柳（やなぎ）の並木道（なみきみち）にそって、提灯（ちょうちん）が ぶら下がっているのを
みると、お祭りのような 陽気（ようき）さを 感じさせます。
こんなに狭い道が お祭り気分の人たちで にぎやかになるのが 夜の飲み屋街ですね。
セリアさんは 時々、バーでお酒を飲みながら、夜のにぎわいを 楽しみますか。
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一つびっくりしたのは、その静かな柳の並木道は世界最大の交差点から徒歩1分だけの場所です。
はい、私も時々こんな横丁に飲みに来ます。いつもとても楽しいです：）
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Looks like it will be interesting to explore.
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Yes, the perfect place to explore! And no matter how many times you go to the same place, you can always discover new things :)
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Love your interpretation of the topic Celia! And love the link-up itself, really makes me want to join :)
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You definitely should, Nano! It’s a great community and a great way to get to know other blogs :)
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