Like so many old Japanese towns and resort locations, the best days of this place are long gone. Many of the businesses are now closed, and a good number of those still operating seemingly do so more out of habit than any real sense of commerce.
That said, such areas are almost always fascinating to explore, and despite only being small, this one was no exception. There were hints of the past round every corner, and in a region hit particularly hard by the nation’s ageing population, the sight of a long-broken condom dispenser seemed especially poignant. Well, at least as poignant as such a machine can be.
YesterdaysHero says
Great opening and closing shots but these posts make wonder what the future will bring for so much of Japan.
Lee says
Thanks a lot. Happy with those two. But yeah, so many places like this will only decline further, with lots way past the chance of being saved.
Denise says
Rony wrinkle! 🙂 🙂
scruffy says
not a recognizable brand to this older lady 🙂
Lee says
Quite a name, isn’t it? Certainly one I’m not familiar with as well.
john says
That sign for snacks for kids, cats and canines (?), the spooky pedestrian sign and that alliterated condominium! It looks a world away from hustle and bustle and where every customer is welcomed.
Lee says
Definitely a lot of lovely little details to be found, and yeah, a world away from the hustle and bustle usually associated with urban Japan.