Stroll Through the Retro Shopping Street and Enjoy Lunch at a Vintage Eatery
About this spot
The symbol of Bungo-Takada, this shopping street preserves the bustling atmosphere of the 1950s in its original form, lovingly polished through community-wide effort. Lined with traditional shopfronts along streets such as Shin-machi Dōri and Chūō Dōri, each shop window displays "one shop, one treasure"—proprietors' prized possessions and vintage tools. Walking through, you'll encounter nostalgic enamel signs and hand-painted shop signs at every turn, as though you've stepped into a movie set. For lunch, enjoy croquettes while strolling or savor retro-style meals at old-fashioned eateries. Casual chats with shopkeepers and the pleasure of weighing out candies at the candy shop bring a unique character to your journey that deepens the experience.
Tips
The town stroll itself is free. Parking near the Showa Roman Museum makes it easy to walk the shopping street. Having small change on hand is convenient for purchasing croquettes and candies. To enjoy the lively atmosphere when shops are open, a weekend daytime visit is recommended.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes required. Midday when all shops are open is the ideal time to enjoy the shopping street.
Access & map
〒879-0628 Oita Prefecture, Bungo-Takada City, Shin-machi 989-1
Model course featuring this spot
Usa and Bungo-Takada: A Retro Stroll through Usa Shrine and Showa-era Town
Oita
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