I'm not sure how applicable that would be, since I live in Tokyo, though I'll admit that you've piqued my curiosity.

[Something about his enthusiasm, perhaps. He won't admit it aloud, but a place this dismal likely benefits from his attitude.]

The fact that real Yokai live in New York is already intriguing on its own.

[So how would that affect things long term? How separate are they from human society?

Questions upon questions pile up, but he ought to show at least some restraint.]