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It’s a shop you’ve not been in before, though it looks like it has been around for a long time. As you approach the worn wooden door with peeling lettering that reads “Starlight Sweets,” a feeling of intrigue washes over you. The gentle tingle of the bell as you enter seems to transport you to a different time. The aroma of the shop hits you immediately—a tantalizing mix of freshly-made candy, sweet chocolate, and a complex blend of spices. Despite the bustling crowd of customers, the sky blue ineki with long, wavy hair behind the counter greets you with a warm smile, making you feel instantly at home. The creaking floorboards under your feet and the vintage decor of the shop add to the sense of nostalgia and wonder. As you peruse the aisles, the candies and treats seem to tell a story of their own. You can’t help but notice the theme of celestial bodies in the shapes and colors of the candies—stars, moons, and galaxies that seem to twinkle and shimmer in the dim lighting of the store. You end up leaving with more candy than you intended, but you couldn’t resist the temptation of the homemade chocolates and fudge in the glass case. As the ineki wraps your candies in a small paper bag, you notice that their coat is also dotted with stars, completing the celestial experience. As you step back out onto the street, you realize that the shop truly lives up to its name—a sweet sanctuary of starlight and delights. 
Posted Mar 28
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