Japanese Manhole Covers
We never noticed these in Japan but apparently these manhole covers were created starting in the 80’s as part of a government public art project. We’ll make sure to start looking down next time! Hit the jump for more pics.
Via Curatedmag.com & Google Images
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those are so amazing, it reminds me of house bunny when she gets burned down under. lol except these are way doper=)
very pretty!
some have an aztec feel to them, I think…..interesting!
Had a teacher back in Germany that collected pictures of manholes but never seen creative ones like these, very inspiring.
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dope.. japan always havin unique things.. have 2 visit 1 day!! yessurr
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This is absolutely Fantastical!
i wonder how long it takes the artist to embellish one manhole?…this is y i dream of visiting Japan…they have such a rich n aesthetically ravishing culture in which they almost magically transcend so delicately!
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hmm I never noticed those either and I lived there for 7 years..weird..they must be in a certain area
the last one is amazin!!!
I want to go to Japan so badddd.
What a great idea, I like the designs too.
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