Train Experiences

Or rather a strange experience I had in the train yesterday.

Took the Yamanote line and as always put my bag on the luggage rack (網棚). Train was not busy, but different, as there were more women with children than the standard crowd. No doubt, the effect of Obon vacation.

Then, a 20 something woman appeared from behind, grabbed the ring (つり輪)I was holding and pushed me aside. Did not say a word, stared at my eyes and bowed.  Push, stare, bow. Push, stare, bow.

Short pants, tiny shirt which shows her navel. Long brown hair in pony tale. Japanese? not sure.

As she was not talking, I decided to do the same. Move aside, stare, say nothing.

People around me were not sure what they were watching, and so do I. At least I know that I do not know her, but the people around me may had other thoughts.

Getting off at my station I was concerned if she will continue and follow me. Already planned to which police station to go and what to say to the cops, but luckily she did not follow me.

She did get out at the station, looking around a bit lost and then I lost sight of her.

Hope she is well, I am a bit shaken.

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