Did you see her looking at me? Elizabeth asked Adam when they walked out of a magazine store
Mom, I don't think it's a good idea to ask someone else about this place
Who else can I ask? The hotel concierge can't help, and I can't find information on this online
Maybe the old man lied, maybe this place doesn't exist at all
No, it's here I know why she looked at me like that?
Maybe we should find someone more suitable?
For example, who?
Just like the people in there Adam pointed to a store decorated with exposed schoolgirl posters
So far, Elizabeth and Adam have visited several adult-themed stores in Japan; not to mention a sex museum and a porn theater
So Elizabeth walked into the porn store without thinking
Inside the house, several men were quietly browsing along the neat storage cabinets, no one seemed to notice them
Ask the man on the counter, Elizabeth whispered, then pushed Adam forward
Why me? Adam asked in surprise
Because I asked the last person
Mom! Adam was a little annoyed, but walked towards the counter
The man at the counter was reading a magazine and Adam cleared his throat to attract the man's attention, but the results were very little
Shitsureishimashita, Adam managed to say
The man at the counter looked up at him American? He asked
Adam nodded
Can I help? The clerk asked with a strong accent
Adam sighed with relief
He knows Japanese, but speaking Japanese is difficult for him
I want to know where to find a place called Jinshiguan? I heard it was somewhere in Takasaki
The clerk frowned No, he said, and then continued to read his magazine
Adam took a step back, then another step back
What did he say? Elizabeth suddenly appeared from behind and asked
Nothing, he said he didn't know
Are you sure? Maybe you should ask him again
This makes no sense. Mom, I am hungry, can we find a restaurant?
Very good, Elizabeth said I'm hungry, too
There is a good restaurant nearby, and the clerk from the porn store suddenly said and appeared next to them
He handed Adam a leaflet and looked at Elizabeth curiously
Very delicious, you will definitely like it
OK, Elizabeth said slowly, thank you
They walked out of the erotic shop and went to the streets. This time of day was quiet, only a few people walked by
Adam looked at the restaurant's flyer and said: Just a few blocks away, want to give it a try?
Elizabeth shrugged Of course locals usually know where to eat, but I don't know how that guy is doing, he's a little creepy
Ten minutes later, they arrived at the restaurant
It's clean, attractive, but completely empty
Before they could turn around and walk out, an old woman, cheerful, walked out of the back room and brought them to a table
Are you opening your business? Adam looked around and asked
Yes, yes, the old woman bowed politely and replied that she handed them two menus and poured them some tea
It's Ah! They are all in Japanese, Elizabeth threw the menu aside and said, "Please help me."
Adam's lips moved when he reads every Japanese character
A few minutes later, Elizabeth heard her stomach roaring. How about it? Have you picked up good things? She asked impatiently
Not yet, Adam murmured
Just then, a door to the restaurant opened and an old gentleman in a beautiful suit walked in and smiled when he noticed Elizabeth and Adam sitting at a table.
Ah, customers, he said with joy that his brand new and shiny shoes glittered as he walked towards their table with a few big strides
Maybe I can choose lunch for you. He can hardly hear his English accent.
Of course you can, Elizabeth replied that his pleasant appearance made her fall in love with him immediately
If you don't mind, I'll order you and I promise you won't regret it.
Adam looked up from the menu and frowned at the stranger
Please forgive me for being rude, the man said
My name is Maoxiong. I have several stores near Gaoqi. For example, I am always happy to see new people visiting our inconspicuous city. I am always happy to help.
OK, Adam nods you know better than me what's good here
The man clapped his hands twice, and the old woman came out of the kitchen and said a few words to the woman. She bowed and dragged her feet away.
So far, do you think Takasaki is fun? Maoxiong asked
We arrived in the morning, Elizabeth replied
We booked a hotel a few streets away and haven't visited it yet. Elizabeth pointed to a seat next to her. Please join us.
Maoxiong bowed and sat down at their dining table
You must visit our temple, the nights at Lake Haruna are very beautiful, Mao Xiong said
The old woman came out from behind and brought out a few small plates
Eat it, Maoxiong said gently that when they tasted the food, he poured himself a cup of tea
I don't know what this is, but it tastes great, Elizabeth said while eating
Maoxiong laughed, where are you from? He asked after taking a sip of tea
California, Elizabeth swallowed the food and replied
Ah, Golden State Warriors, Mao Xiong said
Have you been there?
No, but I've been to New York several times for business
By the way, my name is Elizabeth
I'm glad to meet you, what about the young man Elizabeth? Is he your husband?
Oh no, Elizabeth said a little bit distraught, this is my son Adam
Really? Maoxiong raised his eyebrows and I apologized for my assumption
There is no need to apologize, Elizabeth said I was flattered
It's great to see you two. Mao Xiong bows slightly
A few more plates of food were brought to them, and Maoxiong gracefully pointed out each dish and explained what it was
After a few minutes of chatting, Maoxiong got up and left. I hope you have fun. He politely said, come back early and enjoy our food.
He bowed deeply
Oh, Elizabeth said, suddenly remembering you didn't happen to know that there was a place called Jinshigen Monogatari, right?
Jinshigen Monogatari? Maoxiong suddenly froze
Yes, we heard that you haven't heard of it somewhere nearby, right?
Maoxiong straightened his back and looked at Elizabeth. It happened that I had heard of this place.
Finally someone knows! Elizabeth shouted, can you tell us how to find it?
Of course, please wait. Maoxiong walked into the kitchen and appeared again a few minutes later. This is the address and direction. I hope my English is not too bad.
Great, Elizabeth glanced at the paper and said
And, if you give them this, Maoxiong takes out a business card, you can enter for free
He blinked, I know the owner
Thank you, Elizabeth said I thought this place didn't really exist
Oh, I promise you, it's true. Maoxiong looked at the watch. I must apologize. There is a business calling me. I wish you a happy lunch and a happy time in Takasaki.
Mom, I don't think it's a good idea to ask someone else about this place
Who else can I ask? The hotel concierge can't help, and I can't find information on this online
Maybe the old man lied, maybe this place doesn't exist at all
No, it's here I know why she looked at me like that?
Maybe we should find someone more suitable?
For example, who?
Just like the people in there Adam pointed to a store decorated with exposed schoolgirl posters
So far, Elizabeth and Adam have visited several adult-themed stores in Japan; not to mention a sex museum and a porn theater
So Elizabeth walked into the porn store without thinking
Inside the house, several men were quietly browsing along the neat storage cabinets, no one seemed to notice them
Ask the man on the counter, Elizabeth whispered, then pushed Adam forward
Why me? Adam asked in surprise
Because I asked the last person
Mom! Adam was a little annoyed, but walked towards the counter
The man at the counter was reading a magazine and Adam cleared his throat to attract the man's attention, but the results were very little
Shitsureishimashita, Adam managed to say
The man at the counter looked up at him American? He asked
Adam nodded
Can I help? The clerk asked with a strong accent
Adam sighed with relief
He knows Japanese, but speaking Japanese is difficult for him
I want to know where to find a place called Jinshiguan? I heard it was somewhere in Takasaki
The clerk frowned No, he said, and then continued to read his magazine
Adam took a step back, then another step back
What did he say? Elizabeth suddenly appeared from behind and asked
Nothing, he said he didn't know
Are you sure? Maybe you should ask him again
This makes no sense. Mom, I am hungry, can we find a restaurant?
Very good, Elizabeth said I'm hungry, too
There is a good restaurant nearby, and the clerk from the porn store suddenly said and appeared next to them
He handed Adam a leaflet and looked at Elizabeth curiously
Very delicious, you will definitely like it
OK, Elizabeth said slowly, thank you
They walked out of the erotic shop and went to the streets. This time of day was quiet, only a few people walked by
Adam looked at the restaurant's flyer and said: Just a few blocks away, want to give it a try?
Elizabeth shrugged Of course locals usually know where to eat, but I don't know how that guy is doing, he's a little creepy
Ten minutes later, they arrived at the restaurant
It's clean, attractive, but completely empty
Before they could turn around and walk out, an old woman, cheerful, walked out of the back room and brought them to a table
Are you opening your business? Adam looked around and asked
Yes, yes, the old woman bowed politely and replied that she handed them two menus and poured them some tea
It's Ah! They are all in Japanese, Elizabeth threw the menu aside and said, "Please help me."
Adam's lips moved when he reads every Japanese character
A few minutes later, Elizabeth heard her stomach roaring. How about it? Have you picked up good things? She asked impatiently
Not yet, Adam murmured
Just then, a door to the restaurant opened and an old gentleman in a beautiful suit walked in and smiled when he noticed Elizabeth and Adam sitting at a table.
Ah, customers, he said with joy that his brand new and shiny shoes glittered as he walked towards their table with a few big strides
Maybe I can choose lunch for you. He can hardly hear his English accent.
Of course you can, Elizabeth replied that his pleasant appearance made her fall in love with him immediately
If you don't mind, I'll order you and I promise you won't regret it.
Adam looked up from the menu and frowned at the stranger
Please forgive me for being rude, the man said
My name is Maoxiong. I have several stores near Gaoqi. For example, I am always happy to see new people visiting our inconspicuous city. I am always happy to help.
OK, Adam nods you know better than me what's good here
The man clapped his hands twice, and the old woman came out of the kitchen and said a few words to the woman. She bowed and dragged her feet away.
So far, do you think Takasaki is fun? Maoxiong asked
We arrived in the morning, Elizabeth replied
We booked a hotel a few streets away and haven't visited it yet. Elizabeth pointed to a seat next to her. Please join us.
Maoxiong bowed and sat down at their dining table
You must visit our temple, the nights at Lake Haruna are very beautiful, Mao Xiong said
The old woman came out from behind and brought out a few small plates
Eat it, Maoxiong said gently that when they tasted the food, he poured himself a cup of tea
I don't know what this is, but it tastes great, Elizabeth said while eating
Maoxiong laughed, where are you from? He asked after taking a sip of tea
California, Elizabeth swallowed the food and replied
Ah, Golden State Warriors, Mao Xiong said
Have you been there?
No, but I've been to New York several times for business
By the way, my name is Elizabeth
I'm glad to meet you, what about the young man Elizabeth? Is he your husband?
Oh no, Elizabeth said a little bit distraught, this is my son Adam
Really? Maoxiong raised his eyebrows and I apologized for my assumption
There is no need to apologize, Elizabeth said I was flattered
It's great to see you two. Mao Xiong bows slightly
A few more plates of food were brought to them, and Maoxiong gracefully pointed out each dish and explained what it was
After a few minutes of chatting, Maoxiong got up and left. I hope you have fun. He politely said, come back early and enjoy our food.
He bowed deeply
Oh, Elizabeth said, suddenly remembering you didn't happen to know that there was a place called Jinshigen Monogatari, right?
Jinshigen Monogatari? Maoxiong suddenly froze
Yes, we heard that you haven't heard of it somewhere nearby, right?
Maoxiong straightened his back and looked at Elizabeth. It happened that I had heard of this place.
Finally someone knows! Elizabeth shouted, can you tell us how to find it?
Of course, please wait. Maoxiong walked into the kitchen and appeared again a few minutes later. This is the address and direction. I hope my English is not too bad.
Great, Elizabeth glanced at the paper and said
And, if you give them this, Maoxiong takes out a business card, you can enter for free
He blinked, I know the owner
Thank you, Elizabeth said I thought this place didn't really exist
Oh, I promise you, it's true. Maoxiong looked at the watch. I must apologize. There is a business calling me. I wish you a happy lunch and a happy time in Takasaki.