Man in casual attire: This (Tokyo Metro puzzle) game is pretty easy. We just have to follow everyone else carrying the material who got off the train before us.
— Nagatacho Station, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Overheard by The Japan Times On Sunday
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