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Uomachi Gintengai
Renowned as Japan's first covered arcade shopping street, this historic commercial area remains a beloved destination for locals.
Japan's first covered arcade shopping street, was established in 1951. Designed to provide a comfortable shopping experience in all weather conditions, it has long been cherished by locals.
With around 120 shops lining the arcade, visitors can explore a wide range of stores, including karaoke spots, fashion boutiques, drugstores, and 100-yen shops. Traditional Japanese culture comes to life at specialty stores like kimono shops and cutlery stores featuring artisan-crafted kitchen tools.
The arcade is also a haven for food lovers. Highlights include restaurants serving the local specialty, yaki-udon (fried udon noodles), sushi bars offering fresh seafood, and traditional teahouses with delectable matcha sweets.
Brimming with the warmth of local smiles and friendly voices, Uomachi Gintengai offers a lively and inviting atmosphere. Conversations with shop staff add a personal touch, turning your shopping journey into a memorable experience.
Highlights
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Located in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, this is Japan’s first covered arcade shopping street.
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A historic shopping spot that has been in operation since 1951.
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Features approximately 150 stores.
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Offers local specialties such as yaki-udon and matcha sweets at select establishments.
Photos
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![Over 100 years of history, the kimono shop "Eri Fuku" is a must-visit.]()
Over 100 years of history, the kimono shop "Eri Fuku" is a must-visit.
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!["Kura Ichimonji" is a long-established store specializing in fine cutlery.]()
"Kura Ichimonji" is a long-established store specializing in fine cutlery.
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![At "Okonomiyaki Ishin", you can savor the local specialty, yaki-udon, featuring thick noodles coated in rich sauce.]()
At "Okonomiyaki Ishin", you can savor the local specialty, yaki-udon, featuring thick noodles coated in rich sauce.
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![Enjoy as much fresh seafood as you like at the conveyor belt sushi restaurant "Katsu Sushi no Tora".]()
Enjoy as much fresh seafood as you like at the conveyor belt sushi restaurant "Katsu Sushi no Tora".
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!["Tsujiri Chaho Kyomachi Main Store" offers matcha-infused drinks and sweets.]()
"Tsujiri Chaho Kyomachi Main Store" offers matcha-infused drinks and sweets.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 魚町銀天街
- Postal Code
- 802-0006
- Address
- Uomachi, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
- Telephone
- 093-521-6801(Uomachi Shopping Street Promotion Association)
- Closed
- Varies by store
- Business Hours
- Varies by store
- Access
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(1)About 3 minutes walk from JR Kagoshima Main Line’s Kokura Station.
(2)About 7 minutes walk from JR Kagoshima Main Line’s Nishi-Kokura Station. - Credit Cards
- Varies by store
- Official Website
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Official Website (English)
Official Website (Japanese)