I’d been exploring Shibuya’s neon streets after a long flight and spotted a blog post about a drop game that looked straightforward. Intrigued, I tried plinko on my phone while grabbing ramen near Harajuku. The simple peg board and realistic physics hooked me immediately—each bounce felt satisfying without overwhelming sound effects. After a rough week of slot losses, I managed to recoup my evening train fare plus a little extra, which helped cover my taxi back to the hotel.