This video takes viewers on a walking tour through two nostalgic Showa-era shopping streets located in the Higashiogu area of Arakawa Ward, Tokyo. The host explores Oku-Ginza Shopping Street (尾久銀座商店街), known for its retro ambiance and a high number of currently operating shops, offering an authentic glimpse into local daily life away from the city’s modernized areas. Here, you’ll find classic storefronts, friendly shopkeepers, and the kind of community-centric charm that is becoming rare in Tokyo.

Next, the journey continues to Happy Mall Kumanomae (はっぴいもーる熊野前), another historic shopping street close to the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line) stop. This area preserves much of its mid-20th-century character with family-run businesses, old-fashioned signage, and unique local stores selling fresh foods, household goods, and daily necessities. It is a great area for those interested in exploring the neighborhoods of Tokyo that maintain a distinctly retro flavor, reminiscent of the Showa period.

Both shopping streets highlight the importance of community and tradition in Tokyo’s lesser-touristed neighborhoods. Visitors to these spots can experience a different side of the city, strolling through lively yet laid-back alleys while sampling traditional snacks, discovering regional goods, and interacting with longtime residents. For those exploring Tokyo and searching for the nostalgic Japan, Higashiogu in Arakawa Ward is a must-visit destination—well-served by the Toden Arakawa Line, making access easy for travelers determined to go beyond the usual tourist trails.