More glimpses of unfamiliar Japan

This is the manhole cover for Nishinoshima, one of the islands that make up the Oki Islands. I know a squid is not a fish, but its close eno...

Every town in Japan has its own design of manhole cover. Usually the design reflects something of the towns traditions or culture. This one ...

This may look like a sculpture, but it's not. It's part of a device to teach kids about the wind. Kazenoko is located just off Route...