No.602 Children of the Showa Era

A photo taken in winter. The clothing gives us a glimpse into life at that time. The location is near Shirokanedai Station (post office). The second boy from the left is wearing tabi (traditional split-toe socks) and what would now be called a "chanchanko" (a traditional padded sleeveless jacket). Behind the children, some are playing chanbara (samurai sword-fighting games). You can tell the era from their clothing and games.