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Hamburger Top 100 Store Visit. Shinjuku Gyoenmae. Despite being located next to the chaotic Shinjuku, this place has a discreet and peaceful atmosphere. The bustling Yasukuni Street in front of the station may be lively, but the opposite side, within the Gyoen, gives off a calm vibe. In the midst of summer, with the scorching sun shining brightly, I personally love the Gyoen the most in June, during the rainy season. Yes, Gyoen means rain. It's quite obvious, even for myself. It reminds me of Makoto Shinkai's "The Garden of Words." Even though it has a runtime of less than an hour, it was not shown in many places... For those who are not familiar with "Your Name," many may not know, but it was a masterpiece. The way rain is depicted, from a gentle drizzle to a heavy downpour. The sound of rain. People reflected on the water's surface. Wet leaves illuminated by light. The composition of figures against the sky... Shinkai is truly a "sorcerer of water and light," and just watching the visuals is enough to make your heart tremble. The intensity and gentleness of the rain, expressing the characters' emotions through light and shadow... It is a work that is often overlooked in Shinkai's filmography, but it is definitely a must-watch. By the way, watching this film will make you smile at certain scenes in "Your Name," which is fun for fans. Now, located in Shinjuku Gyoenmae is "Chatty Chatty," which has been selected as one of the top 100 hamburger stores. I visited a few years ago, but my burger cravings have increased, so I decided to revisit. Last time I visited, it had an all-American exterior, but it seems they recently renovated, and now it has a more Japanese... or Oriental feel. The interior feels a bit more spacious now. The menu is recommended to be ordered online at various places. The limited edition items were labeled with a label maker. Here's what I ate: Special Smoky Burger Chatty Chatty is known for their white buns. It's unique, isn't it? Just being white is rare, but the bottom part is thick and chubby, while the top is thin like a hat. The texture is fluffy and chewy, and the quality of the bread is high. Inside, there's lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayonnaise sauce on top of the patty. The smoked bacon is cut into large pieces. The smoky bacon and sauce blend together to increase your appetite. Chocolate Mint Shake As a chocolate mint enthusiast, I had to order this when I saw it on the menu. The top is fluffy whipped cream with chocolate chips sprinkled on top. It has a strong mint flavor that complements the greasiness of the hamburger, providing a refreshing taste. It's been a while since I visited Chatty Chatty. The white buns are still amazing. So fluffy and delicious. Thank you for the meal!