Taisho-roman Street, local shopping street in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Taisho-roman Street is a shopping district in Kawagoe featuring buildings and shops that reflect the early 20th century. The narrow street with wooden facades, vintage signs, and traditional cafes displays the look of that era with small craft shops and souvenir stores.
The street is named after the Taisho era (1912-1926), when Japan was open to modern ideas and Western styles. Many of the buildings have kept their original structure since that time, documenting Japan's rapid modernization.
The street is named after the Taisho era, when Japan embraced modern and Western influences. Visitors today can see how local shops continue this blend of tradition and contemporary life in their daily operations.
The location is easy to reach and lies just a short walk from Kawagoe station. It is best to explore on foot and take time to browse the shops and photograph the buildings.
Many visitors rent traditional kimonos to explore the street in period clothing and feel transported to the early 20th century. The street also serves as a film set and has appeared in several Japanese television shows and films.
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