“Summer! A Festival of Food and Music!” was held in Mabi, Kurashiki City, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 7, 2022.
“Summer! A Festival of Food and Music!” is an event held at Mabi Showa-kan.
Mabi Showa-kan displays posters and records from the 1950s and 1960s, as well as retro cars.
An event at Mabi Showa-kan, where you can experience the charms of traditional Japan.
I went to “Summer! A Festival of Food and Music!” in Mabi.
The information provided was current when this article was published in September 2022. Please note that it may differ from current information.
About Mabi Showa-kan
Mabi Showa-kan, where the event is held, is a private museum in Mabi, Kurashiki City.
It opened in 2012 after the director renovated a warehouse he owned.
However, Mabi Showa-kan had to close three times due to the July 2018 heavy rains and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now, it has overcome these difficulties and reopened after renovations.
The museum reportedly displays collections that the director has painstakingly gathered over many years.
It is currently open only on the first Sunday of each month, and anyone is welcome to drop by.
Shops and food trucks set up at the event.
If you want to know which vendors will be there, look up “Mabi Showa-kan” on Facebook beforehand.
Many people visit Mabi Showa-kan to enjoy its retro atmosphere.
I went to “Summer! A Festival of Food and Music!” to get into the Showa-era spirit.
Mabi Showa-kan, brimming with nostalgia
I stopped by Mabi Showa-kan, where the event was being held.
A striking car takes center stage, while movie posters and Showa-era records cover an entire wall.
Among the exhibits, a retro car stands out and leaves a lasting impression.
It was reportedly used in the parade at the Vancouver Olympics by figure skater Daisuke Takahashi, who is from Kurashiki.
I hope I can ride in the car when it’s actually moving someday.
I spotted an alleyway with a Showa-era atmosphere on the left side of the museum.
“Showa Retro Shopping Street” looks just like a town from the 1950s and 1960s.
Apparently, a “telephone booth from the 1950s and 1960s” has recently been added somewhere in Mabi Showa-kan.
Be sure to look for it when you visit.
Enjoy summer in a retro mood! Kakigori, a quintessential summer treat
As I stepped outside the museum, a delicious smell wafted through the air.
Outside, shops and food trucks were selling food and drinks.
I spotted a food truck selling kakigori.
The temperature was over 35°C, so I wanted something cold to eat.
I savored kakigori, a summer favorite.
I ordered strawberry kakigori topped with condensed milk.
While waiting for it to be made, the sound of the ice being shaved made me feel cool.
You can enjoy the brain-freeze sensation while eating something cold.
I was sweating, too, so my body was delighted.
Kakigori is perfect for hot summer days.
I enjoyed a Showa-era summer at Mabi Showa-kan.
Piping-hot, freshly made pizza! —77MOE—
The aroma of baked cheese was coming from 77MOE, which sells pizza.
I got to chat with the owner while ordering pizza.
They usually sell their food from a food truck.
They don’t have a fixed location and set up at various events.
If you want to know where they’ll be, look up “77MOE” on Instagram beforehand.
There’s a wide selection of pizzas, and you can choose between S and M sizes.
I ordered a small Margherita as a late lunch.
Here’s the freshly made Margherita.
A generous portion of piping-hot pizza!
I savored the gooey cheese, and my heart melted, too.
Next time, I’d like to get the M size.
If you’re interested, stop by 77MOE.
From the Writer
“Summer! A Festival of Food and Music!” was packed with food, music, and the charms of the Showa era.
I enjoyed summer and savored the season while indulging in kakigori, a quintessential summer treat.
And surrounded by food and music, I felt as if I had traveled back in time.
It also seems like a great opportunity for people of all generations to experience Japanese culture.
I can’t wait for the next event!
Mabi Showa-kan is also attracting attention as a tourist spot.
Why not enjoy food and music while traveling back in time to the Showa era in Mabi, Kurashiki City?
Summer! A Festival of Food and Music! Information
| Name | Summer! A Festival of Food and Music! |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, August 7, 2022, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Location | 961 Tsujita, Mabi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Admission (tax included) | Free |
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