Museum-grade barber shop still open for business after 70 years

In the heart of Jiatou Old Street, the Longjing Fieldwork Workshop works to preserve the charm of their hometown. Armed with old photographs, the team isn’t just retracing the exact spots depicted in the works of renowned Longjing artist Chen Hui-kun ; they are also uncovering hidden gems. One of their discoveries is the Yingchuan Men’s Barber Shop, a quaint spot tucked away in a quiet alley, resembling a mini-museum.

At 84 years old, Mr. Chen, the barber, remains remarkably sharp, skillfully wielding his scissors to serve his customers. His shop, in operation for over 70 years, has retained much of its original equipment, preserving memories that younger generations may never have experienced. Walking inside feels like stepping into a time machine, offering visitors a nostalgic journey to a bygone era.

Through these fieldwork efforts, locals are rediscovering the rich cultural and historical tapestry of their town. By exploring the alleyways and revealing these untold stories, they are building a precious collective identity. Every detail is documented to ensure this vibrant history is passed on to future generations.
 

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博物館等級的男士理髮店，本日營業中，超過70年載

龍井田調團工作坊，紀錄家鄉的美好，沿著茄投的老街開始，沿路手上拿著老照片，除了找尋龍井畫家陳慧坤的作畫地點，這次踏查，還發現在平靜小巷裡，卻有著如博物館等級的理髮店，穎川男士理髮店，現年84歲的陳老闆還耳聰目明，靈活的拿著剪刀幫顧客理髮，營業70年載，店裡的理髮設備保留原汁原味的記憶。這也是超出許多年輕一輩所接觸的認知，有如搭時光機回到過去的真實體驗。

透過田調活動，發掘家鄉人文歷史，用有趣的走讀方式，尋找巷弄之間，認同的寶貴故事，一步一腳印紀錄當下，勿讓美好事物稍縱即逝。