Shower-Dori extends off the southern tip of the Shimotori arcade, Kumamoto's largest shopping area. Shower-Dori's name refers to this area's lack of a roof, allowing both 'showers' of light in through the trees along the street, as well as actual showers when it rains. In contrast to the bustle of Shimotori, Shower-Dori is a much more relaxed and refined area, with a number of high-fashion boutiques and stylish cafes. When the weather is nice, Shower-Dori is an excellent place to go for a stroll or take a seat at one of the curbside tables and bury your nose in a book.