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Shops on Motomachi, Yokohama, Japan
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Shops on Motomachi, Yokohama, Japan
Motomachi - a district of Naka Ward in Yokohama, Japan, which consists mainly of the Motomachi Shopping Street, a five-block long stretch of boutiques and shops, well known in Japan for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, original fashion, and (nowadays) Western influence. Date: circa 1910s
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Boutiques Bunting Cosmopolitan Dice Lanterns Motomachi Rising Shopping Ward Yokohama Naka
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Step back in time and explore the vibrant and cosmopolitan district of Motomachi in Yokohama, Japan, circa 1910s. This photograph showcases the bustling shopping street, a five-block long stretch of boutiques and shops that have long been renowned in Japan for their unique blend of Japanese and Western influences. The image is filled with an eclectic mix of establishments, from traditional Japanese shops with intricately painted signs and lanterns, to European-style stores displaying their wares under the protection of rising sun flags. The men in the photograph, dressed in both Western suits and traditional Japanese attire, add to the district's rich and diverse cultural landscape. The shops in Motomachi were once a symbol of Yokohama's burgeoning modernity and internationalism. The European influence is evident in the bunting and dice-patterned flags that adorn the shops, reminiscent of the European colonies that once dotted the globe. The air is filled with the scent of new goods and the sounds of lively conversation, as people from all walks of life come together to exchange ideas, goods, and experiences. This photograph is a testament to Motomachi's enduring history and its role as a cultural melting pot. It invites us to imagine the stories of the people who once walked these streets, and to appreciate the unique blend of traditions that continues to thrive in this district of Yokohama.
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