{"id":98917,"date":"2023-03-14T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=98917"},"modified":"2024-02-27T14:45:36","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T05:45:36","slug":"sakaemachi-okinawa-arcade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/sakaemachi-okinawa-arcade\/","title":{"rendered":"From Sakaemachi to Koza: Exploring the Local Charm and Modern Culture of Okinawa&#8217;s Arcades"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>From bustling markets to quiet alleyways, Okinawa\u2019s arcades are a fascinating blend of the traditional and the modern, with old-school shops coexisting alongside trendy cafes and bars. While many travelers flock to the beaches and tourist hotspots, Okinawa&#8217;s arcades offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/okinawa-minsuku-accommodation-with-locals\/\" class=\"ek-link\">glimpse into the daily life of locals<\/a>, showcasing the multi-generational communities that have thrived there for decades. From the traditional shops selling daily goods to trendy cafes and bars, the arcades are a microcosm of coexistence where generations and cultures converge. With so much to discover and experience, a visit during the afternoon or evening is a truly enriching experience for travelers looking to delve deeper into the heart of the island&#8217;s culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a foodie, a photographer, or simply looking for an authentic cultural experience, here are the arcades of Okinawa that should not be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-exploring-the-living-breathing-market-of-sakaemachi-arcade\">Sakaemachi Arcade: Exploring the Living, Breathing Market of Retro Okinawa<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-koza-gate-street-a-unique-artifact-of-okinawa-s-history-and-culture\">Koza Gate Street: A Unique Artifact of Okinawa&#8217;s History and Culture<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-ginten-street-arcade\">Ginten Street Arcade: A Labyrinth of Colorful Murals<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-location-and-access\">How to Access<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-exploring-the-living-breathing-market-of-sakaemachi-arcade\">Sakaemachi Arcade: Exploring the Living, Breathing Market of Retro Okinawa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nestled in the heart of Naha, the capital city of Okinawa, Sakaemachi Arcade (\u6804\u753a\u5e02\u5834) is a living, breathing marketplace that <strong>captures the essence of the island&#8217;s rich cultural heritage and community spirit<\/strong>. Built in the 1950s, the arcade is home to a variety of shops and restaurants, each with its unique charm and character. The covered passageway provides shelter from the sun and rain, while the winding streets and alleys give the market a labyrinth-like feel. With multi-generational vendors and customers, Sakaemachi Arcade is a place where the old and the new coexist harmoniously, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that is unique in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"98936\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233347\/Okinawa-05542-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Sakaemachi Arcade\" class=\"wp-image-98936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233347\/Okinawa-05542-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233347\/Okinawa-05542-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233347\/Okinawa-05542-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233347\/Okinawa-05542.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98949\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sakaemachi Arcade\" class=\"wp-image-98949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234953\/Okinawa-05274.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98935\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sakaemachi Arcade\" class=\"wp-image-98935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233342\/Okinawa-05170.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Meet the multi-generational vendors and customers of Sakaemachi Arcade, a living, breathing marketplace that captures the essence of the island&#8217;s rich cultural heritage and community spirit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For travelers, the <strong>afternoon is an ideal time to experience the vibrant atmosphere <\/strong>of this bustling marketplace. During this time, the daytime shops are still open, while the nighttime shops are busy preparing to open their doors for business. Children are back from school, and the arcade is alive with activity as shop owners and customers of all ages mingle and interact. <strong>Pick up some delicious, fresh fruit<\/strong> from the friendly staff at one of the fruit shops, and then <strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.potohoto.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">relax with an ice coffee at COFFEE potohoto<\/a><\/strong> while deciding where to head next to pick up a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blueseal.co.jp\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Blue Seal Okinawa ice cream (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Blue Seal Okinawa ice cream<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"COFFEE potohoto in Sakaemachi Arcade in Okinawa\" class=\"wp-image-98933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21232839\/Okinawa-05342.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Relax with an ice coffee in COFFEE potohoto, Sakaemachi Arcade.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-koza-gate-street-a-unique-artifact-of-okinawa-s-history-and-culture\">Koza Gate Street: A Unique Artifact of Okinawa&#8217;s History and Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it might not have the same charm as the historic Sakaemachi Arcade, <strong>Koza Gate Street<\/strong> (\u30b3\u30b6\u30b2\u30fc\u30c8\u901a\u308a) in central Okinawa City has its own unique character and history that is just waiting to be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street, a retro shopping area in Okinawa, Japan\" class=\"wp-image-98934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233131\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05966.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A new generation is taking over Koza Gate Street.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A monument to the post-World War II era in Okinawa, many of the shops and establishments of Koza Gate Street display signs predominantly in English, a reflection of the area&#8217;s close ties to the American military presence on the island. The street was once the primary entertainment district of Okinawa in the 1970s, a time when the street and arcade behind it was bustling with activity and nightlife. But after the development of the American Village in nearby Chatan in the early 2000s, the Koza Gate Street area became dilapidated and is now a stark contrast to the glitz of its modern-day neighbor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98941\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233824\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03858.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98938\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233648\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-03833.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98939\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21233655\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-04102.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">The aged facade of Koza Gate Street.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a fantastic spot for photographers on the hunt for graffiti and urban decay. While it hasn&#8217;t necessarily attracted the crowd of tourists needed to support commercial businesses in the area, there are signs of a generational change taking effect. Young Japanese locals are running <strong>coworking spaces and chic cafes, injecting new life and energy into the area<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amberholic.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">AMBER HOLIC<\/a> is a coffee lover&#8217;s coffee shop with single-origin beans. <a aria-label=\"Dance studio GALAXY (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/studiogalaxy.web.fc2.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Dance studio GALAXY<\/a>, located in the heart of Koza Gate Street, is full of teenagers rehearsing their latest rock dance moves, indicating that the area is on the verge of a local, youth-led renaissance. The street is very much alive if you take the time to look, and it&#8217;s a stunning example of how a district evolves to mirror those living in and around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98944\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234022\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-06016.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98943\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234017\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05977.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"98942\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Koza Gate Street\" class=\"wp-image-98942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234010\/Okinawa-Koza-Gate-Street-05972.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">The youth-driven core of Koza Gate Street arcade.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-ginten-street-arcade\">Ginten Street Arcade: A Labyrinth of Colorful Murals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like Koza Gate Street, <strong>Ginten Street Arcade<\/strong> (\u9280\u5929\u8857), a short 20-minute walk away, has a rich history. While its once-vibrant atmosphere has also fallen into decline, here, too, nascent developments hint at new life in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234251\/Okinawa-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"wide angle view of Ginten Street Arcade, a shopping and graffiti rich area in okinawa, Japan\" class=\"wp-image-98945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234251\/Okinawa-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234251\/Okinawa-2-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234251\/Okinawa-2-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/21234251\/Okinawa-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The mural dedicated to the memory of the Ginten Street Arcade.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite the market being long gone, a huge mural and reproduction of the original facade are testament to the significance and history of this arcade. The colorful mural adds a modern touch to the area, celebrating the unique identity of Okinawa City. 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