[5.0] Locations, places of importance.
“Welcome to Paradise. Where all your dreams can come true. …And your nightmares.”
~Divided into three main districts, there is no end to what can be found in the island town of Onigashima~
Google maps view of Onigashima (thanks to Misc!)
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Yuan Shi
The suburbs of Onigashima, where most of the islands families live. With a little bit of everything, and a very calm environment.
Tsukuyomi High School- Established twenty-three years ago, the High School is open to students Monday to Saturday where it all begins. The school has been known for having high academics, and voted as one of the top ten education facilities in Japan. Also known for its vast size, large array of unique clubs, and quality of their faculty who work well even one on one with students, it’s easy to see why people find it so promising.
School dorms, apartments, and housing- Located throughout Yuan Shi, numerous student dorms and housing facilities are scattered around the schools. Most students by the time of High School tend to stay here, away from their parents and on their own in one of these dorms. It’s not uncommon for students to live near the campus with others, often sharing a house with several bedrooms.
Kame-Kazumi Shrine- It’s a small shrine where people come to offer prayers, donate, and say their grace. Some say they can hear the dead in this area, some at peace, others in pain.
Martial arts Dojo- Several masters here teach different styles to their own preference, allowing people to come here during certain days in regards to their desired study. Monday and Thursday is Aikido, Tuesday and Friday is Karate, Wednesday and Sunday is Judo, and Saturdays is Tai-kwon-do.
Onigashima mall- The mall located near the center of Onigashima island, it’s two stories, shaped like a giant plus sign, as it contains two massive strips of stores. Known for having indoor trees and plans, a constant temperature at 72 degrees, its massive wishing fountain, and the gentle environment, some people even come here just to relax aside from shopping. Located inside there is a:
CD Store, Gamer store, Coffee shop, food courts, Body Piercings, Clothing stores, Department stores. Body shop/vitamins, Photography shop, Cell phone services, Shoe stores, costume shop, Toy Store. Gift Shop, ect.
Karaoke bar/Coffee shop- Shiroi Tsuki Café as it is called holds nightly karaoke here, and sometimes up and coming musicians play here. It’s become a popular hang out for teens after school, the owner ‘Lance Starla’ being known to get along incredibly well with the kids despite his older age, clearly focusing the environment to be comfortable for the growing teens.
Ataraxia Bridge- This large cable suspension bridge spans out over a mile and a half long, with four lanes for traffic, to lanes leaving, the other to entering. There is a 150 yen toll for passing through by vehicle. But people walking or on bicycles can go over free. Cyclers have their own paths on the sides of the bridge, large enough that people often take it for a route on a sunny day to look over the waters.
Main subway station- Onigashimas subway system. It runs through all three districts with several stops between each, but the main station where people attain monthly passes is located here.
Kagerou Maid Cafe- Though it is called a maid cafe, there are male waiters who play butlers as well. There is one mandatory cosplay day a month, in which employees are dressed in playboy bunny outfits, yukatas, and seifuku among others. The owner is a strange but apparently very shrewd man with an affinity for capes and labeling everyone in sight an S or M. He refuses to answer to anything but Kagerou-sama.
Night Club- Also known as ‘The Insomnia Junction’, its open from 6pm to 4am, famed for ‘DJ Scratchman’ and his beats, the unforgettable parties, and occasionally rumored shady business that goes on here.
Hair Salon- ‘The Greatful Head’; owned by a very strange barber who, despite his/her professional skills as a barber, people have yet to even discern his/her gender. Either way, people don’t bother to ask, as the barber’s skills speak for themselves.
Junes- ‘Everyday’s a great day at your Junes~’ Onigashima’s largest grocery store is here in Yuan Shi. Always busy, and dwarfing the size to any other food market on the island, there is virtually nothing you can not find here in this store in terms of consumables. Though, some people think it’s a bit of a monopoly to the town, and putting smaller food markets out of business, so some boycott this place and go with smaller shops.
Onigashima Movie Theater- Rather than being a part of a chain of theaters, the island town has it’s own outside of the corporate companies. Its large complex holds 12 different showing theaters, and although they have the latest movies, certain nights they have specials, such as a day for classics, holiday themed movies, or even movies by popular demand.
Restaurants- ‘Yakinuki’ A popular family restaurant that has a modern and upbeat theme to it.
‘Kaiseki Ryori and Ryotei’ may be called "Japanese haute cuisine". It is a refined cooking style related to the tea ceremony, which emphasizes concepts such as simplicity and elegance. It can be enjoyed at special exclusive Japanese restaurants for business banquets and similar events.
‘Koba Tofu Grill’ While Koba Tofu Grill has a casual ambiance, solicitous care and the finest cuisine are guaranteed. It is truly a rare find.
Gun shop- Known as the ‘Ronin Calibur’, the older gentleman who owns this shop sells mostly antiques, but has had a fancy for older firearms. Since firearms are illegal in Japan unless special licensed, he tends to sell replicas, or self defense tools such as tazers, nightsticks, pepper sprays, and so forth. However, rumor has had it from time to time that the old man has done a few dealings of real firearms to people without licenses or ex-cops.
Sword shop- Known as ‘Sharp Side of the Moon,’ many find the place to be unwelcoming and intimidating. Not because it sells swords and close combat weaponry, but because the owner is brash and unwelcoming despite it being his business, and many speculate its involvement with the Yakuza.
Onigashima park- During the day, this park is always bustling with a crowd. Built as a city square nearly 12 acres large, people often come here with their loved ones, for a ride on their bicycle, a walk, to play music, or just for fresh air. It’s not uncommon to see a few wild animals running about, or hear the sounds of musicians. During the day, it’s a gentle little paradise. But at night, people fear coming here. Once the sun falls, people claim the sites of spirits on the loose, including the infamous ghost that appears at 11:34 pm every night. Few people come as well mostly in fear of stalkers or criminals, since despite the low crime rate in Onigashima, nearly half the incidents on the island happen here at night.
100 yen Store- “How much does this cost? 100 yen? Really! Then how much is- Oh, also 100? Then how much-” Even in Japan… it always happens.
Hobby Store- A game and hobby shop known as Kakkoi Yuugi, people come here to buy such things as models, gaming and art supplies, school supplies, and tabletop gaming gear. The shop has two floors and a basement dedicating to the two specialties and an open playing room. On the first floor is all of its artistic supplies. People coming for just about anything they need for such things as models, clay, paints, pencils, paper, ect. On the second floor though is where all the gamers come, as they have anything from Dungeons and dragons, to Warhammer, darts, chess, and any fun, social gaming. Then finally, in the surprisingly comfortable basement, tournaments and games are held for these games almost daily, a different style of game every day.
Fast Food Restaurants- With quite a few of these scattered around, it’s difficult to name them all, but fortunately, they haven’t outrun the real restaurants for business. However, there is one small, local ramen shop known as Warai-Warai Ramen, which has been known for its amazing quality for the price and quick service, becoming a popular place for students to stop at after school or people who finish work.
Arcade- Iconically named Hadouken Haven, the massive arcade is actually sponsored by a small group of game designers, both for tournaments, and simply for business. The arcade rotates the machines to keep in the newest arcade machines at all times. However, they make sure to keep the older ones that were most popular. Gaming tournaments are held Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Sake bar- A popular bar known as Botan Dōrō, the place has a share of many kinds of sakes, and does good business in Onigashima, even if there is a few strange share of rumors about it.
Ling Bao Harbor
Onigashima, docks, ports, and beaches, a few dealerships and stores are here, but it’s mostly known for its tourist attractions for the beautiful waters and clean beaches.
Docks- To the south and east edges of the island, there is a vast number of docks built along the shores for ships of all sizes. There is always docks available.
Car Dealership- In Onigashima, the car dealership here is quite a unique one for how they sell and do their business. The dealership has a contract not with just one brand of cars, instead, numerous different companies allow them to sell their cars at regular price, making it a one-stop-shop sort of deal for automobiles. As of recently, they’ve even included several lines of motorcycles to their stock too.
Car shop/accessories- Located conveniently close by to the car dealership is the local car shop. From expensive repairs to simple oil changes, they can do just about any maintenance you need for your vehicle. As well, they sell a variety of parts from engine to body, but are known for being quite expensive.
Junkyard- It all has to go somewhere. Close to the southern most docks is a landfill, separated between trash, recyclables, and metals, even a scrap yard of cars. Most of it is picked up by cargo boat to bring it over the small stretch of ocean to Japan, but there’s always something here.
Pool Hall- ‘Room with a Cue’ as it is called is actually one of the oldest still intact buildings in Onigashima. So much in fact that it goes against several building code violations. However, no one seems to care since it has become such a popular place by the docks, second to that of the infamous bar.
Shooting Range- Authorities and officials only are allowed here quite obviously. Police officers in training are here often, not just for learning firearms, but also running the physical obstacle courses here. However, they do allow paid training for certain privileged individuals at times.
Gym- Onigashima fit club was once known for its excellence in quality, always keeping up to date on the newest equipment, even having sparring rooms, and with many effective and friendly instructors. But over the years, the gyms renown has really been tarnished, and is worse for wear after they changed ownership.
Bar Named 'Used-to-bes,' it's known for the great food, friendly service, and infamous for there milkshakes and special wines. The title came when this bar had ended up being sold and bought over and over, the title and ownership to the bar changing a total of seven times in just nine years. Fortunately now it has become a stable and strong business, especially bringing in the sailors around the docks after a hard day’s work.
Apartment complexes- Though there are many apartments and housing in the Ling Bao district, most are quite rundown, the prices being cheap for a reason.
Local restaurants- Kappo-Kappa
A popular restaurant off the bay known for their incredible sushi and seafood, local and outside of the normal chain restaurants, people come here for the unique tastes and recipes. Oddly enough, despite how many people wish to give the chef credit for the amazing food, no one ever really sees him, leading some to speculate just who, or even
how the food is made.
Orphanage- Almost home Orphanage fortunately doesn’t have a whole lot of children needed to be taken care of, meaning that the amount of orphans on the island are few. Even better, their renown for taking care of the children and bringing them up is of the best standards, giving the poor young ones a good start to their life and helping them by being the family they need.
Catholic Church- Though few come here, the church is always welcome, even to those who haven’t found faith. Unlike some churches of Japan, there are few to almost no bad rumors about this church, and the small building holds good standards and those who reside here are known to be very friendly. …However, there has been strange, unexplainable phenomena happening here occasionally, the worshippers believing it to be an act of God.
Beaches- Onigashima’s beaches are renowned for being cleaner than most of Japan’s beaches, and has become a popular staple to the tourism on the island. During the day, there are often lifeguards scattered about on duty.
Souvenir shops- Not surprising, since Onigashima has a good share of tourists, especially along the beach, there is a wide variety of souvenir shops, mostly selling things that locals wouldn’t care for. …Though if you do need a cheap t-shirt, why not get an I <3 Onigashimi one?
Boat/Ferry rides- Though the most popular way to Onigashima is to simply take the Ataraxia bridge to get across, there are some who prefer the sea, and there are many boats that go from the docks to other places in Japan. As well, tourists love taking a tour around the island, and there are even boats that go out to bring people for fishing in the crystal clear, blue waters.
Tai Shing
The most wealthy town in Pang Yin, Tai Shing is home to the several corporations, is scattered with massive, skyscraping buildings, and houses several famous people from all of Japan.
Sindertech Corperation- Deep in the heart of the Tai Shing district lies one of Sindertech's most proud establishments; their research facility. Though Sindertech is known worldwide -their company name as popular as Coca-Cola- and possessing 12 research facilities around the world, here on Onigashima lies one of their largest one.
The reason being that it is their main facility is because this was also where Sindertech was first established. The building much smaller as it was first purchased in 1939 by Jared Sinder and Lester Ashenval, it officially grew and Sindertech's name truly started n 1959. From their, they expanded by buying rights and forging pacts with numerous other companies, known to be possess the most widespread of partnerships in the world, including with the Korijo group.
As years passed, Sindertech had expanded to what is has today, now owned by Jared's grandson, Vangelis Sinder at the year 2000 came. Sindertech's main headquarters isn't far either in Japan, but here on Onigashima lies Sindertech's pride and joy of all their research Currently, Sindertech has been known for their medicinal research, often searching for cures to deadly diseases like AIDs and several cancers. Their lead researchers are Mortimer Vitision, Celeste Yari, Jace Westworth, and Gianna Garnet, all brought in from around the world from the most highly esteemed educational backgrounds.
Biolife industries- Also in Tai Shing lies Biolife industries, a specialized production facility for medical equipment and research. A well known company, who has recently shifted their goals to stem-cell research, many have rejected it over the controversial study. However, due to their lines of production, creating medicines and products for doctors, people have learned to widely accept it, despite their controversial practices.
Established back in 1974 by Kaede Yokina, the company originally started small as a biological studies center for human research. But overtime, it grew into the highly esteemed company it is now, Kaede being nearly in her 70s now still running the company, with no signs of a successor. Almost daily, shipping trucks and boats arrive to this company which is built right along the coast, delivering and shipping in and out supplies to be distributed around the world to hospitals everywhere. Though some people still protest against the company, it has severely dwindled down, almost as if out of pity when recently there was an assassination attempt on Ms. Yokina.
In an effort to try and find someone to run the company when she passes away, Kaede adopted two girls. One named Kagura, another who's name was never mentioned.
Saori
Mount Tonigawa- Just over the western horizon of Tai Shing lies a Mount Tonigawa. Though certainly not an impressive one compared to most other mountains, it still gives a nice change of scenery to the busy life of the people in Onigashima. Especially for those in Tai Shing who can watch the beautiful sunset over the mountains. Rumor has it of a creature living here, but most dismiss it as folklore and silly myths, much like the Kappa.
Onigashima medical center- With two medical research facilities on the island, it’s easy to see why this hospital is one of the best in Japan. People from all over Japan come here for serious cases. The building itself is 14 stories tall, and has some of the finest medical minds in Japan.
Onigashima Library- This large, two story library has texts of all kinds to your need. From in depth history or research for a school project, to even just looking for a manga or books on CD. The computers and research terminals are well maintained, and the staff is incredibly well trained, most knowing the entire library like it’s their second home.
Computer store- ‘Data Downpour’ as it has been dubbed once it changed new ownership, they hold many special parts, and rumor has it that the tech owner actually
lives here. As well, some speculate illegal upgrades are possible to attain if you pay the owner a special fee.
Nikko Hitachi Hotel- It’s no secret, this place has become known as a bit of a romance hotel for couples wanting special nights alone. In fact, it’s actually shunned to see people under the age of 18 treading inside.
Taxi company- Owned by a Joseph Palmer, the American had a strange story how he brought the company up. Having only come to Japan as a visit, he lost all his funds in a bet, and had to make a living. Instead, he decided to just stay in Japan, and know owns the taxi services of Onigashima transportation, a reliable and friendly service that’s never late and is priced at a fair bargain. He’s a local face that just about everybody knows.
Police Station- Not only does the Onigashima police force settle here, but also SAT - Special Assault Team. They are the equivalent of a Japanese version to America’s SWAT team. Fortunately, there has been little need for it, and crime in Onigashima is practically at an all time low this year, so lately, the police have become more relaxed, almost… lazy.
101.5 Onigashima's radio station Where station 101.5FM is hosted. The building is actually not very big, but the massive tower jutting out from the top is pretty distinguishable. Home to Zoey Holender's radio show 'The Rundown' as well as music request hours, local news, traffic, the 'Oni-guys' who have a late night show with two humorous locals talking about their own spin on the news, and other programs. Security lately has been bumped up due to stalkers of some hosts.
Onigashima University of Education- The college here in Onigashima focuses mostly on teaching young high school graduates the pursuit of education and becoming a teacher or business owner. With a high quality staff and unique approach to their system, the university is voted one of the top in Japan for those who want to become a teacher.
Kissaten coffee shop- Though more of a franchise with higher priced coffee, they do good business in Tai Shing. Most people prefer local shops, but the wealthier people of Onigashima still seem to come here more often. …Even if it does taste exactly the same as any other place and they’re spending an extra 180 yen.
Naginata Amusement Park- One of the largest tourist attractions in Onigashima, and also one of the towns biggest sources of income, the amusement park. With a safe record and a vast amount of rides, as well as one of the worlds fastest Roller coasters; The Raijin, it’s easy to see what makes this park so popular. However recently, when they’ve mentioned the plans of building their next coaster around Mount Tonigawa, criticism about it has come up, as well as a petition against it.
Typhoon Water Park- Another popular tourist attraction, and conveniently located near the amusement park lies the water park. Known especially for their tubing slides and the Kamikaze 110 foot water slide drop, this place is incredibly popular during the summer.
Baseball stadium- As America’s pastime becomes a favorite of Japan as well, it’s no surprise that the massive island has a stadium of its own. Able to seat 55,000 spectators, and even with a massive retractable roof for rainy days, it’s become a bit of an icon to the island. Onigashima even has their own baseball team, the Yama-bito breakers, which has been a pretty successful team especially this year!
Convention Hall- Simply enough, for conventions, meetings, and so on, there is this large center for anyone willing to make reservations. On the second week of May, they hold an anime convention here yearly as well; Onime Con.
Onigashima central prison- Fortunately, there hasn’t been a large amount of people sent here due to the lower crime rates in Onigashima. But on the contraire, people don’t seem to last long here, the prisoners seeming to grow quite violent and berserk inside the walls of this rather average looking prison. Some speculate there is some sort of curse here.
Nobodies Child Correctional Facility- The juvenile correction facility. Much like the central prison, Onigashima can happily say they have few people who are sent here, and have been known to have a positive reform on over 90 percent of the children who come here.
Yoshita Arts and Science museum- Open all week to the public and currently expanding, the museum has become well known not only for the interesting spectacle of art, but the interactive and entertaining science exhibits.
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11:34: It is said, that at this time, the ghost of a lost, young woman can be seen in Onigashima park.
Hideyoshi Oda Height: 5”10” Weight: 165 lbs Age: 24 Nationality: Japanese
