Retro Showa Era Japanese Café: Colorful Vintage Charm

An inviting vintage Japanese cafe from the Showa era (1960s-70s), bathed in warm ambient light and a soft neon glow. The interior features colorful decor and varied seating: turquoise vinyl booths along one wall, red-and-yellow chrome-legged stools at a glass-topped counter, mismatched wooden chairs with striped cushions, and a small tatami seating area with floor cushions. Walls are covered in retro geometric wallpaper, complemented by shoji screens, frosted glass panels, and hanging noren. Pastel color palette of mint green, coral pink, pale yellow, and sky blue. The counter showcases a polished dark wood finish, a glass pastry display, brass espresso machine, and porcelain cups. A vintage jukebox sits in the corner, along with a coin-operated vending machine for drinks. Soft paper lanterns and pendant lamps cast a warm glow, with a ceiling fan spinning slowly. The floor alternates between polished wood and checkered vinyl. A barista in a retro uniform (rolled sleeves, bow tie) serves coffee to customers dressed in period-appropriate outfits. The scene is cinematic, detailed, with shallow depth of field and subtle bokeh, photorealistic or painterly style.