🗺️ Moji Port Sakaemachi Ginten Street門司港栄町銀天街

The historic shopping street located in Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, was established in 1957. The iconic arcade stretches approximately 300 meters and was completed in 1957, lined with shops deeply rooted in the local community and unique stores. Here, you can find many local specialties, including the long-established confectionery "Wabukari Manju," which has been in business since the Meiji era, and the "Fugu Monaka," chosen as the decisive dessert by Ryuuou Fujii and 7-dan Ito in the third game of the Shogi Ryuuou match held in October 2023. Additionally, there are local sake "Sarukui 1757 Tokubetsu Junmai" brewed with local ingredients and sweet potato shochu "Jiimo." There’s also a unique takeaway dessert called "Oji-san Yaki," similar to taiyaki, allowing you to enjoy the pleasure of eating and drinking while strolling through the nostalgic atmosphere of the street. The shopping street frequently hosts "street art events." You can find optical illusion art and works by local artists everywhere, making it enjoyable to leisurely stroll through the shopping street while searching for these artistic pieces. It's about a 5-minute walk from JR Mojiko Station, so it's a good idea to combine your visit with the nearby "Mojiko Retro District."

Opened in 1957, this shopping street is filled with a retro atmosphere. The shopping street features arcades, making it convenient to stroll even in the rain. There are many local delicacies perfect for enjoying while walking around. Optical illusion art and works by local artists can be seen everywhere. It is located near the "Moji Port Nostalgic Area," known for its vintage streets.