Retro Japanese cafe apparel lineup salutes the ice cream soda float
Thankyou Mart, a Japanese store that sells the majority of their items for 390 yen (san=3, kyu=9 in Japanese) has created some original apparel and…
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Vintage Showa era clothing on display at Sumix’s new virtual shop
Japanese Showa era vintage boutique brand Sumix has made a dream project come true for fans of the era’s celebrated nostalgic aesthetic. Utilizing the latest…
Stroll down Showa period memory lane with nostalgic retro Japanese cafe sweets capsule toys
When the term “retro” is mentioned in Japan, it’s often in reference to the nostalgic charm and appeal of the Showa period (1926-1989). Perhaps once…
Players make charming retro Showa era Japan islands in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Japan’s Showa period ran from 1926-1989, and while it’s often viewed with the historic context that focuses on the post-World War II hardship and the…