Street Barber
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Elderly Guangzhou street barber services clients in a back alley. Not only does this keep the gentleman occupied and earning useful income, it's an opportunity to get out of his undoubtedly cramped home and socialize with other men his age.

Notice the two bird cages hanging from the wall on the left. Keeping song birds is a popular pastime for older, retired Chinese men, which often results in a friendly rivalry for who is considered to have the most prized bird and handsomest cage.

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