Hidden in Beijing’s buzzing Wangfujing Street, Heping Guoju (meaning ‘pastry shop’) is blowing Gen-Z’s minds with its retro 1980s time capsule! Step into a neon-lit wonderland where hutongs (alleyways), vintage train stations, and old-school grocery stores collide. Sip soy milk, crunch handmade candies, or try walnut cakes—snacks that’ll make your TikTok feed pop!
This isn’t just a nostalgia trip for 80s-born Beijingers—it’s a cultural bridge for everyone. Imagine scrolling through Instagram reels… but IRL! From pixelated arcade games to retro posters of Deng Xiaoping-era ads, every corner screams ‘vintage vibes’.
Why does this matter? As Beijing rockets into the future , spots like Heping Guoju keep its soul alive. Whether you’re a traveler craving authentic culture or a diaspora kid reconnecting with roots, this place hits different. Pro tip: Grab a red-bike photo op and tag #ThrowbackBeijing!
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Step into a neon-lit wonderland where hutongs (alleyways), vintage train stations, and old-school grocery stores collide. Sip soy milk, crunch handmade candies, or try walnut cakes—snacks that’ll make your TikTok feed pop!
to retro posters of Deng Xiaoping-era ads, every corner screams ‘vintage vibes’. 
, spots like Heping Guoju keep its soul alive. Whether you’re a traveler craving authentic culture or a diaspora kid reconnecting with roots, this place hits different. Pro tip: Grab a red-bike photo op 
and tag #ThrowbackBeijing!
