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Japan's first pedestrian zone for gourmet food and shopping.
The 1-kilometer-long pedestrian paradise, called "Heiwa-dori Shopping Park", is the main street of Asahikawa, and was established in 1972 as Japan's first permanent pedestrian paradise, and is lined with a variety of stores, from large-scale stores and various specialty stores to beauty salons and restaurants.
In addition to shopping, visitors can also enjoy gourmet food. The "Shichifuku Bento Suzuki Shoten" lunch box shop, established over 60 years ago, and the long-established Japanese confectionery store "Nichirin," as well as "5-7 Koji Flourito" with 18 unique stores across the alley, including restaurants, produce stores, and sake stores, and "Hachiya Gojo Founding Store," the oldest ramen store in Asahikawa, famous for its ramen, are all located in the area.
Fountains and bronze sculptures, including Tadayoshi Sato's "Young Woman," are placed throughout the street, and benches are arranged for a restful cultural and artistic stroll.
During the Winter Festival, it is also the site of the World Ice Sculpture Competition, creating a romantic and fantastic scene.
Permanent pedestrian paradise "Heiwa-dori Shopping Park"
Fountains, bronze sculpture statues and benches are also placed.
"Heiwa-dori Shopping Park" in winter
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Information signs are available (in English)
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Asahikawa Station, in front of AEON Asahikawa Station, and in the basement of Feeeal Asahikawa.
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Are there restrooms nearby?
In Asahikawa Station, AEON Asahikawa Station, Ekimae Building, Tsuruha Building, Feeeal Asahikawa, Food Terrace, Asahikawa Harete
Some reviews are AI-translated.
This place really has a local vibe. It doesn't feel as commercialized as the big cities.
Besides the modern department stores lining the street, there are also over 150 unique specialty shops here! 🙏👍
Heiwa Dori Shopping Park is the most famous spot in Asahikawa. The street has a pedestrian zone, and at night, the lights and snowy scenery make it even more beautiful!
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