Local manhole cover
A manhole is an inspection hole for managing sewer pipes buried underground.
In the first place, design efforts began when the government proposed that each municipality across Japan create manholes with their own original designs in order to improve the image of sewage services and appeal to the public.
It is said that there are approximately 14 million sewage manholes in Japan. It is said that there are over 10,000 different lid designs across the country.
The designs are unique to the region, and feature tourist spots, local specialties, flowers, etc., and local manhole covers can also be found throughout Okayama Prefecture.
How about visiting manhole spots while sightseeing in the prefecture?
In the first place, design efforts began when the government proposed that each municipality across Japan create manholes with their own original designs in order to improve the image of sewage services and appeal to the public.
It is said that there are approximately 14 million sewage manholes in Japan. It is said that there are over 10,000 different lid designs across the country.
The designs are unique to the region, and feature tourist spots, local specialties, flowers, etc., and local manhole covers can also be found throughout Okayama Prefecture.
How about visiting manhole spots while sightseeing in the prefecture?
"Manhole Card"
``Manhole Card'' where you can collect manhole covers with rich designs
Would you like to collect it too? Japanese manhole covers are local products with different designs all over the country. In addition to introducing Japanese manhole covers in a fun way, we have also issued a communication tool called ``Manhole Card'' to deepen understanding and interest in sewerage systems. It depicts various places related to the area, famous items, sports, characters, etc., and is truly a street cultural object created by the delicacy and politeness of the Japanese people! The number of fans who are attracted to its uniqueness and beauty and visit it is rapidly increasing! There are places in Okayama Prefecture where manhole cards are distributed, so be sure to get one when you travel!
Okayama City
Kurashiki City
Niimi City
