{"id":100421,"date":"2017-07-06T14:35:45","date_gmt":"2017-07-06T05:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?p=100421&lang=en"},"modified":"2018-08-09T15:02:42","modified_gmt":"2018-08-09T06:02:42","slug":"fukuoka-vintage-shop-guide","status":"publish","type":"guide","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/guides\/fukuoka-vintage-shop-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Fukuoka Vintage Clothing Shop Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In Fukuoka, many people have exceptional senses of style and charisma, uniquely distinguishing themselves from others. A variety of vintage shops are located in Fukuoka which have wide ranging apparel available, from trendy and daily items to unique and rare items.<\/p>\n

Styles in-store vary from 1800s French couture through to American grunge and Japanese retro pieces. With great care and attention to detail, pieces are sourced from around the world and re-incarnated with fresh detail, color and shape. It\u2019s clear to see that innovation in and passion for the art of vintage clothing are alive and kicking in Fukuoka, and we\u2019re excited to introduce some of our favorite shops below! <\/p>\n

If you have other vintage shops you\u2019d like to recommend, please let us know in the comments section at the end of the guide.<\/p>\n

YT Clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The owner\u2019s love for alternative and grunge rock music shows in the \u201980s~\u201990s grunge fashion style of items in this vintage clothing shop. A firm believer in the idea that vintage clothes carry pieces of culture and history from said period, the staff always make sure to purchase only top-quality clothes from the U.S.A.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: YT Clothing
\n\u2022 Address: ARKTOWN 106, 1-15-50 Kego, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 13:00~21:00
\n\u2022 Closed: irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-732-3440
\n\u2022 Clothing type: mens
\n\u2022 Origin: U.S.A
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1940s~1990s
\n\u2022 http:\/\/ytclothing.shop-pro.jp<\/a> <\/p>\n

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Push \u201cme\u201d Harder<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tiny and cute, this vintage store is located in Daimyo. Despite its size, it offers a variety of vintage items in stock ranging from girly to feminine. Even people who have never tried on vintage clothing before could easily find something to wear for their first time! Dried flowers decorate the interior coupled with yellow lights, giving the store a warm and soft feel.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Push \u201cme\u201d Harder
\n\u2022 Address: Ark Cube II, 1-3-5 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 12:00~20:00
\n\u2022 Closed: never
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-707-1140
\n\u2022 Clothing type: womens
\n\u2022 Origin: U.S
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1940s~1990s
\n\u2022 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pushmeharder2017\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Kimagureya (\u304d\u307e\u3050\u308c\u3084)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Most of the clothes, bags, shoes, and other items sold in this offbeat store are \u201960s~\u201970s Japanese retro items. All items are painstakingly handpicked by the store manager, who feels each pattern and button to check for the delicate, authentic impression of clothes of that period. Kimagureya, which has two branches (Kimagureya Ane and Kimagureya Imouto) also sells unique handmade accessories.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Kimagureya Ane, Kimagureya Imouto
\n\u2022 Address: Kimagure Ane, 2-1-55-2F Imaizumi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a> \/ Kimagure Imouto, 1-18-18-105 Imaizumi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 13:00~19:30
\n\u2022 Closed: irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-713-1131
\n\u2022 Clothing type: womens
\n\u2022 Origin: Japan
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1960s~1970s
\n\u2022 Kimagureya Ane: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kimagureya_ane\/<\/a>, Kimagureya Imouto: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/__kimagureya__\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Ichigo-ichie?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Snugly located in an alley in the Nishijin shopping district, the shop owner is known to dispense advice not only about fashion, but also about life to his customers. Aged fifty-nine years old, he purchases all items based on his years of experience by considering the quality and history of each. As a result, most products offered at Ichigo-ichie are stylish and of good quality. Quality products and the owner\u2019s wisdom are the secrets to this shop\u2019s success!<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Ichigo-ichie?
\n\u2022 Address: #6 2F Narakisou, 5-6-5 Nishijin, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 11:00~20:00
\n\u2022 Closed: irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-843-2200
\n\u2022 Clothing type: mens
\n\u2022 Origin: U.S.A, Europe
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1940s~1990s
\n\u2022 http:\/\/ichigoichie.ciao.jp\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pearl<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This vintage shop sells carefully-selected items from 1800s~1970s Europe. The owner herself handles each selection when purchasing in Europe, particularly in France, in order to provide her customers items with the feel and aura of the period. Gentleman- and career-style clothing is available for men while a more classical style is offered in women\u2019s clothing.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Pearl
\n\u2022 Address: 105 Toho Mansion 2 Yakuin, 3-10-12 Yakuin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka <\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: Mon. ~ Fri.: 12:00~20:30, Sat. ~ Sun.: 12:00~20:00
\n\u2022 Closed: irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-406-9907
\n\u2022 Clothing type: mens, womens
\n\u2022 Origin: Europe
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1800s~1970s
\n\u2022 www.geocities.jp\/pearlvintage\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Nobo<\/strong><\/p>\n

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With a modern and simple interior, this vintage shop specializing in European clothing is located on the main street of Daimyo above popular, long-standing sweets shop \u201cKomaya\u201d. They specialize in buying and selling recent European vintage items for daily, trendy wear. The minimalist interior also makes it easy for the customers to search for items, providing a nice and comfortable mood.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Nobo
\n\u2022 Address: 1-11-25, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka <\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 13:00~21:00
\n\u2022 Closed: irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-724-5054
\n\u2022 Clothing type: mens, womens
\n\u2022 Origin: Europe
\n\u2022 Clothing period: nothing in particular
\n\u2022 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nobostore\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Going Bellbo<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A Japanese retro vintage shop located in Daimyo. Selling \u201960s~\u201990s Japanese vintage clothes in top condition with their original design, color, and shape, they also stock funny, nostalgic items. The owner also remakes old items into new, original ones and prints T-shirts with cute illustrations designed by the Going Bellbo manager himself. Customers will surely find a lot of interesting items here.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop name: Going Bellbo
\n\u2022 Address: 4F Mountain House \u2161, 2-2-44 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 Open: 13:00~19:00
\n\u2022 Closed: Tue., irregular
\n\u2022 Tel.: 092-771-6070
\n\u2022 Clothing type: mens, womens
\n\u2022 Origin: Japan
\n\u2022 Clothing period: 1960s~1990s
\n\u2022 http:\/\/www.goingbellbo.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Original report and illustrations by Taejeong Kim for Fukuoka Now. She spent three years in Fukuoka, and now studies art in Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, MD, U.S.A.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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