They definitely don’t have the same fame and following as those in Shibuya and Harajuku, but Ueno’s old-fashioned shops do have more character. And without a doubt more characters.
Like this old fella for example. A man who may well have had to hire somebody younger to help out, but it’s still hard to see him ever leaving — at least while he has the legs for it.
A way of life which undoubtedly works for him, and in many ways, Ueno as well.
Lizzy says
Can’t even imagine the things he’s seen in his day….
Lee says
Yeah, he must have one or two stories to tell.
Matt says
Excellent photo. I really love the grainy effect, it adds to age of it. Looking at the old guy i can only begin to imagine some of the changes he’s seen.
Lee says
Thanks Matt! Ueno probably hasn’t changed as much as some areas, but still, over his lifetime, he must have noticed quite a few differences.
David says
Hi Lee.
Just a a quick note to say I really like your pictures.
And I’ll take Ueno over Shibuya or Harajuku any day. 🙂
Lee says
Thanks a lot David. Very nice of you to say so.
Hans ter Horst says
What a character! Great capture!