Japantown: Present and Past

Whether it’s shopping for unique items, savoring your favorite kind of sushi and other Japanese cuisine, or buying your groceries,  J-town currently has much to offer:

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If the past interests you, here are photos of Hank’s Custom Rod and Reel, which occupied the same space as the old Hank’s Coffee Shop, a local favorite back then. Located at 205 E. Jackson Street, it was established in 1978. Owner Hank Nishijima closed its doors in 2004. These photos date from May 22, 2004.

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