Beneath the grime of Over-the-Rhine, the facade and entryway to Japp’s are a veritable treasure trove of pattern and typography. Paying close attention has such rich rewards.
January 6, 2009
Japp’s on Main St. in OTR
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Japp’s use to be a hair store and belonged to my great grandfather, John G. Japp. I have never been able to go into the building when it was Japp’s Bar. I wanted to see the memorabalia that was supposedly on display. Thanks for posting these pictures…it warms my heart to see our family name in mosaic.
Comment by Linda Japp — April 19, 2009 @ 6:50 pm
Thanks for sharing, Linda. I’ve never been inside; I wonder any of my readers have photos or memories of the interior to share with you.
Comment by visualingual — April 20, 2009 @ 8:27 am
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