#RetroJapan

February 2nd, 1920: The Day “Bus Girls” Changed Tokyo’s Streets Forever

Discover the history of "Bus Girl Day" in Japan (Feb 2). Learn how 1920s female conductors revolutionized Tokyo's transport and evolved into the iconic Japanese Bus Guides.

2026.02.02

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🌃Lighting Up Meiji Japan: The First Gas Street Lamps in Yokohama

Discover how Japan’s first gas street lamps transformed Yokohama’s streets on September 29, 1872. Explore the cultural impact, historical context, and legacy of this milestone in Japan’s modernization, explained for international readers.

2025.09.29

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

September 11: Public Telephone Day in Japan – A Retro Lifeline in the Smartphone Era

Explore the history and relevance of Japan’s public telephones on September 11, Public Telephone Day. Learn how these retro devices still serve communities and tourists in the smartphone era.

2025.09.11

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series