Mamedamachi Shopping Street
By @isaacdelperal
A historic merchant district in Hita with beautifully preserved Edo-period buildings housing around 100 unique shops and galleries.
Address: 9 Mamedamachi, Hita, Oita 877-0005, Japan
Why go
To shop for authentic, handmade crafts in a town often called "Little Kyoto," away from the mass-produced items of larger cities.
Known for
Artisanal geta (wooden sandals), locally brewed soy sauce, and traditional Japanese sweets.
Vibe
Retro. Artisanal. Serene.
Tips
Look for the sake breweries that offer bottle sales of local labels you won't find in standard Japanese supermarkets.
About @isaacdelperal
Hi! My name is Isaac and I am currently traveling around the world while sharing my journey from Madrid. I love exploring new places and I have put together these maps to show you all my favorite spots. I have spent a lot of time in Japan, so you will find plenty of my top recommendations for your own trip there in my collections.