Japanese Artistic Meets American Retro! The Foreigners' Residential Area in Okinawa's Minatogawa.

Originally, the Minatogawa Foreigners' Residential District was a collection of barracks where American soldiers and their families lived after World War II. Later, some of these barracks were transformed into the characteristic artistic shops and exquisite coffee shops we see today. Most of the houses are painted in shades of pink, complemented by the greenery surrounding them, creating an atmosphere of lazy relaxation that also makes for great photo opportunities. Let me introduce two of my favorite little shops in the area! First is 'Houkiboshi Minatogawa Hon Store', which specializes in brown sugar crème brûlée. The outside is crispy while the inside is soft, with a rich and delicious flavor, and there are various flavors to choose from that will make you want to keep eating. Another shop, 'The Flavor Design', allows you to customize your own perfume. With its laboratory-like design, you can mix and match scents to your heart's content, and even choose the color of the perfume and the bottle, creating your own unique fragrance! It's just too cute. The area isn't large, but each shop is adorable, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll and an afternoon tea to spend a relaxed afternoon!