JET Programme Series: Japan's Manhole Covers - Knikkoliev Seebaran

Japanese manhole covers are not like those we are accustomed too. These manhole covers are artistic, colourful and full of design.
 

The Manhole covers comes in a variety of designs; mostly landscapes and floral patterns and even local characters and historical places are featured. The design on the Manhole Covers usually depend on the location, and utility type.
 

These covers are considered works of art by many and is scattered throughout Japan. It have become a major tourist attraction and feature in Japan.
 

See a few of the pictures from Knikkoliev's collection.

 

JET Series: Japan's Manhole Covers (Japanese Embassy's Facebook ) 


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