Crazy how quiet Tokyo is compared to LA, SF and Vancouver.

10x more people, 10x less noise. Mostly because of cars.

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Though honorable mention to SF outer sunset and richmond. Super cozy.

and also Japanese don't talk loudly in public, but you can hear Europeans and Americans talk loudly in public spaces in Japan

Coming back for my birthday in June!

Def need to link up!

I just got back from Tokyo and nobody can believe me when I tell them people don't talk on crosswalks or public transit. Americans are loud, a great strength and great weakness of ours.

difference in urban design and cultural norms can make in shaping the vibe of a city

this was one of the most noticeable elements

hearing the pitter patter of pedestrians in a dense urban setting was mind boggling