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Rediscovering Retro Japan: A Nostalgic Stop by Zushi Beach
逗子海岸近く、懐かしの休憩スポット「逗子海岸ロードオアシス」
On my way to Nagai Seaside Park Soleil Hill in Yokosuka, Japan, I stopped at a roadside rest area on Route 134, about 400 meters (1,300 feet) west of Zushi Beach in Kanagawa Prefecture.
This rest stop, called Zushi Beach Road Oasis, has a retro charm that took me back to my youth. It features a cozy restaurant reminiscent of company cafeterias from the 70s and 80s (Maruwa Shokudo) and 808Cafe10R, a small cafe also selling potted plants and succulents in small batches. Although the cafe was closed for lunch, its rustic display of signage, posters in the windows, and antique items from North America added a splash of life to the quiet atmosphere.
Inside Maruwa Shokudo, the simple Formica tabletops, stainless steel chairs, and no-frills decor brought back memories of company cafeterias where I used to have lunch back in the 80s, when a bowl of curry udon could be had for less than 200 yen!
I ordered a hearty dish made with locally sourced vegetables and fish—comforting and fresh. Meanwhile, my loyal companion, Dale-chan, happily waited outside, resting on a bench surrounded by succulents and a quaint Farmer’s Market sign.
Out on the terrace, I enjoyed my meal while Dale-chan indulged in some kibble and treats, making it a relaxing moment for both of us.
Though the sky was overcast, the view from Zushi Beach Road Oasis still held a quiet beauty, with calm waves lapping at the beach. On clear days, you can see the expanse of Sagami Bay stretching out beyond Zushi Beach—a peaceful sight that makes this stop well worth it.
- Location: Zushi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Timestamp: 13:58・2024/09/25
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- ISO 2000 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/10
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