Industrial heritage and Ruins of KANSAI
Kansai’s Industrial Heritage and Ruins by photographers Yohei and Atsuko Maehata
Discovering regional resources hidden in the city. Photographers Yohei and Atsuko Maehata, who are photographing industrial heritage sites nationwide and promoting them for tourism, introduce the appeal of Kansai's Industrial Heritage and Ruins with photographs.
Photographer
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Yohei Maehata
Born 1978 in Kyoto Prefecture, currently residing in Kobe.
A photographer and writer currently working as an industrial heritage coordinator and J-heritage NPO representative to promote the value and appeal of industrial heritage.
When in elementary school and influenced by certain films, Yohei made a game of creating secret bases in abandoned factories and playing in them. This inspired him to turn his attention to ruins. While investigating ruins throughout Japan, he began to understand that these ruins had qualities of industrial heritage. Industrial heritage is a kind of a monument etched with the achievements and memories of those who built modern Japan. However, he witnessed the reality that today, many of these sites are being dismantled without people realizing.
Is this acceptable?
Triggered by this thought, in 2009 Yohei Maehata set up an NPO to visit and record industrial heritage so that large numbers of people could appreciate something of the historical value and appeal of industrial legacy, and is planning and running industrial heritage tours, guided visits and heritage-based regional vitalization projects all over the country.
http://www.yohei-maehata.com/
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Atsuko Maehata
Born 1984 in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, currently residing in KobePhotographer and industrial heritage explorer
Atsuko first stepped into the world of photography when she happened upon a toy camera in a variety store, and in recent years has traveled extensively with her camera to learn everything she could about the industrial heritage of Japan.
In 2014 Atsuko held a photo exhibition at the Canon Gallery and has published A Woman's Exploration of Industrial Heritage (Sogensha) and Exploring • Industrial Heritage. Her numerous photographs and written contributions to magazines, “mooks” and the web have been included in such publications as Rurubu Kyushu and Industrial Heritage Records (Sansai Mook, 2012) (cover photo). She has also made a number of media appearances in such programs as the NHK BS Premium New Japan Fudoki and BS Nippon Corporation’s I Want to Go Now! Amazing Views! Industrial Heritage, and NHK’s Radio Latenight Show.
In addition, she was also involved in the establishment of the NPO J-Heritage and was in charge of drafting plans for and guiding industrial heritage tours.
https://www.atsuko-maehata.com/
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Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal
At the time of the Meiji era, Kyoto was affected by the change of capital. The Kitagaki National Highway, then the prefectural governor, planned the construction of Lake Biwa Hydrophobic and aimed industrialization. Employed as a civil engineer, Tatsuro Tan just after graduating from university. We have introduced new technology such as the first case in Japan where a tunnel method is adopted for water channel construction. 1 trillion yen was invested in the age of 5 years and the present, and the spring was completed, and Kyoto was beautifully restored.
Lake Biwa Canal(Keage Power Station)
This is a kick-up power plant (Kyoto City) built as a power source for an apparatus called an Incline that raises and lowers ships going between waterways with different elevations in Lake Biwa, which draws water from Lake Biwa to Kyoto. It is Japan's first commercial hydroelectric power station completed in 1891 (Meiji 24). It also supplies power to the factory, and the third power plant, which was built in 1936 after the second power plant, is still in operation.
Lake Biwa Canal(Keage Power Station)
This is a kick-up power plant (Kyoto City) built as a power source for an apparatus called an Incline that raises and lowers ships going between waterways with different elevations in Lake Biwa, which draws water from Lake Biwa to Kyoto. It is Japan's first commercial hydroelectric power station completed in 1891 (Meiji 24). It also supplies power to the factory, and the third power plant, which was built in 1936 after the second power plant, is still in operation.
Osaka Artillery Factory
Osaka City once had a military plant that was said to be the largest in Asia. It is an Osaka artillery factory with the predecessor of Osaka Soraku, founded in 1870 (Meiji 3). It mainly manufactures cannons and shells, and casting and metal processing technology has reached the highest level in Japan. In addition to weapons, he also manufactured water pipes and Japan's first truck engine. After the war, most were removed and the site was used as an Osaka business park.
Osaka Artillery Factory
Osaka City once had a military plant that was said to be the largest in Asia. It is an Osaka artillery factory with the predecessor of Osaka Soraku, founded in 1870 (Meiji 3). It mainly manufactures cannons and shells, and casting and metal processing technology has reached the highest level in Japan. In addition to weapons, he also manufactured water pipes and Japan's first truck engine. After the war, most were removed and the site was used as an Osaka business park.
The 4th Division of the Imperial Japanese Army
Former Army Fourth Division Command Headquarters remaining in Osaka Castle Park (Osaka City). It was built in 1931 (Showa 6) along with the reconstruction of the Osaka Castle Tower. It is a sturdy structure made of reinforced concrete similar to that of medieval European castles, and was spared the damage of air raid during the Pacific War. After the war, it was used as a museum etc., but now it is a complex facility with restaurants etc.
The 4th Division of the Imperial Japanese Army
Former Army Fourth Division Command Headquarters remaining in Osaka Castle Park (Osaka City). It was built in 1931 (Showa 6) along with the reconstruction of the Osaka Castle Tower. It is a sturdy structure made of reinforced concrete similar to that of medieval European castles, and was spared the damage of air raid during the Pacific War. After the war, it was used as a museum etc., but now it is a complex facility with restaurants etc.
The 4th Division of the Imperial Japanese Army
Former Army Fourth Division Command Headquarters remaining in Osaka Castle Park (Osaka City). It was built in 1931 (Showa 6) along with the reconstruction of the Osaka Castle Tower. It is a sturdy structure made of reinforced concrete similar to that of medieval European castles, and was spared the damage of air raid during the Pacific War. After the war, it was used as a museum etc., but now it is a complex facility with restaurants etc.
Expo'70 Commemorative Park(Expo Line)
In 1970 (Showa 45), the first Asian World Expo (Osaka World Expo) in Asia was held in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, and 116 pavilions (excluding theme buildings) in 77 countries were established. Now, it is being maintained as a memorial park, and has an aspect as an industrial heritage. The tower of the sun, a symbol of the World Expo designed by the late artist Taro Okamoto, has been open to the public from March this year.
Expo'70 Commemorative Park(Expo Line)
In 1970 (Showa 45), the first Asian World Expo (Osaka World Expo) in Asia was held in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, and 116 pavilions (excluding theme buildings) in 77 countries were established. Now, it is being maintained as a memorial park, and has an aspect as an industrial heritage. The tower of the sun, a symbol of the World Expo designed by the late artist Taro Okamoto, has been open to the public from March this year.
Expo'70 Commemorative Park
In 1970 (Showa 45), the first Asian World Expo (Osaka World Expo) in Asia was held in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, and 116 pavilions (excluding theme buildings) in 77 countries were established. Now, it is being maintained as a memorial park, and has an aspect as an industrial heritage. The tower of the sun, a symbol of the World Expo designed by the late artist Taro Okamoto, has been open to the public from March this year.
Expo'70 Commemorative Park
In 1970 (Showa 45), the first Asian World Expo (Osaka World Expo) in Asia was held in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, and 116 pavilions (excluding theme buildings) in 77 countries were established. Now, it is being maintained as a memorial park, and has an aspect as an industrial heritage. The tower of the sun, a symbol of the World Expo designed by the late artist Taro Okamoto, has been open to the public from March this year.
Expo'70 Commemorative Park(Isamu Noguchi's Fountain)
In 1970 (Showa 45), the first Asian World Expo (Osaka World Expo) in Asia was held in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, and 116 pavilions (excluding theme buildings) in 77 countries were established. Now, it is being maintained as a memorial park, and has an aspect as an industrial heritage. The tower of the sun, a symbol of the World Expo designed by the late artist Taro Okamoto, has been open to the public from March this year.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Former Mikobata Mine
The Mikobata Mine, located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, was rebuilt in 1919 as a mineralization site for the ore of the Akenobe Mine after the mountain was closed without stable production. It has a scale that is to be regarded as the best in the world, but it is closed along with the closure of the Myonobu mine. At present, a part of the site is maintained and you can observe the appearance. The circular building is a filtration device to remove moisture in the final process.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Maya Tourist Hotel
The former Maya Tourist Hotel in Kobe City was completed in 1929 as a recreational facility for cable companies. After that, it opened as a hotel with a bath and a large dining room. Suspended business under the influence of the Pacific War. It reopened and suspended repeatedly after the war, and was closed around 1993. It is popular among manias as ruins, but it is old and dangerous, so only the appearance can be seen in the current tour.
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel(Company house)
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel(Company house)
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Akenobe Mine Exploration Tunnel(One yen train)
The former Akenobe mine located in Yabu city, Hyogo Prefecture. There is a tradition that the copper here was used for the Great Buddha casting of Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Became public-owned at the beginning of the Meiji era, and in the management of the Mitsubishi joint-stock company from 1896 (Meiji 29). After that, a large-scale tin vein was discovered, and it reached 90% of the domestic output, and was said to be the No. 1 tin mine in Toyo. The market closed due to the market deterioration due to the strong yen in 1987 (Showa 62).
Former Ousakayama tunnel
Former Ousakayama tunnel (Otsu City) between Otsu and Kyoto Station on the former Tokaido Line was completed in 1880 (Meiji 13). It is known as Japan's first mountain tunnel built with only Japanese engineers without relying on foreign engineers. It is said that the miners of Ikuno Silver Mine (Hyogo Prefecture) were engaged in the construction work, and they were excavated with fleas and cranes. It is abolished by route change of 1921 (Taisho 10) year.
Former Ousakayama tunnel
Former Ousakayama tunnel (Otsu City) between Otsu and Kyoto Station on the former Tokaido Line was completed in 1880 (Meiji 13). It is known as Japan's first mountain tunnel built with only Japanese engineers without relying on foreign engineers. It is said that the miners of Ikuno Silver Mine (Hyogo Prefecture) were engaged in the construction work, and they were excavated with fleas and cranes. It is abolished by route change of 1921 (Taisho 10) year.
Former Ousakayama tunnel
Former Ousakayama tunnel (Otsu City) between Otsu and Kyoto Station on the former Tokaido Line was completed in 1880 (Meiji 13). It is known as Japan's first mountain tunnel built with only Japanese engineers without relying on foreign engineers. It is said that the miners of Ikuno Silver Mine (Hyogo Prefecture) were engaged in the construction work, and they were excavated with fleas and cranes. It is abolished by route change of 1921 (Taisho 10) year.
Former Ousakayama tunnel
Former Ousakayama tunnel (Otsu City) between Otsu and Kyoto Station on the former Tokaido Line was completed in 1880 (Meiji 13). It is known as Japan's first mountain tunnel built with only Japanese engineers without relying on foreign engineers. It is said that the miners of Ikuno Silver Mine (Hyogo Prefecture) were engaged in the construction work, and they were excavated with fleas and cranes. It is abolished by route change of 1921 (Taisho 10) year.
Former Ousakayama tunnel
Former Ousakayama tunnel (Otsu City) between Otsu and Kyoto Station on the former Tokaido Line was completed in 1880 (Meiji 13). It is known as Japan's first mountain tunnel built with only Japanese engineers without relying on foreign engineers. It is said that the miners of Ikuno Silver Mine (Hyogo Prefecture) were engaged in the construction work, and they were excavated with fleas and cranes. It is abolished by route change of 1921 (Taisho 10) year.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
Tsuchikura Mine
The former Tsuchikura mine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture (formerly Kinomoto Town), started operations at the time of the discovery of copper veins. After that, it became the management of Nitchitsu Mining Co., Ltd. (now Nichets), and 1500 people were living in the peak period, but cheap ore came from the foreign countries due to trade liberalization and copper value fell, 1965 (Showa 40) Closing of the year. The foundation after dismantling the building is left.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
The Former Nara Prison
The former Nara Prison (Nara City), one of the five Meiji Prisons, was relocated to a new location in 1908 (Meiji 41). Nagasaki and Kagoshima Prison etc. will have only the main gate, etc., but this was closed in 2016, with the building at the time of completion almost intact. It becomes an important cultural property of the country, and a trader according to the recruitment of businesses for preservation and utilization will use it as a rowing museum and a hotel.
Kishu Railway Abolition Section
Kishu Railway is located in Gobo, Wakayama Prefecture, a local line with a very short operating distance of 2.7 kilometers. In 1928 (Showa 3), it was established as Gobo Rinko Railway to carry supplies from JNR Gobo Station to the port in the Hidakagawa Estuary. After that, the passenger also started, but due to the cancellation of the handling of supplies by JNR, in 89 (Heisei Gen), the west of Nishi Gobo Station became an abandoned line. Tracks and station traces will remain on the abandoned line section.
Sugimoto Wood Wool Factory
The cushioning material and wood wool used for packing of ceramics etc. are made from wood. In the forested area of Hashimoto City, Wakayama Prefecture, there was a Sugimoto Kibo Factory built in the late 1940s. However, there are fewer companies producing wood, and the plant has also been put into operation in 2016. The photo is a valuable record of how heavy wood-making machines are left before the factory is dismantled.
Sugimoto Wood Wool Factory
The cushioning material and wood wool used for packing of ceramics etc. are made from wood. In the forested area of Hashimoto City, Wakayama Prefecture, there was a Sugimoto Kibo Factory built in the late 1940s. However, there are fewer companies producing wood, and the plant has also been put into operation in 2016. The photo is a valuable record of how heavy wood-making machines are left before the factory is dismantled.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Tomogashima Islands(Old Battlefields)
The Yura fortress, centered on Sumoto City, Hyogo Prefecture, was also deployed on the uninhabited island group “Tomogashima Islands” in Wakayama City, and the battery racks were constructed at five locations on Okinoshima Island and on Torashima Island. Yura Fortress was destroyed by the Allied General Command (GHQ) after World War II. Since Tomogashima Islands has relatively good battery and underground ammunition depots, many people visit for a tour.
Kishu Mine
The Kishu mine, located in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, is said to have been mined during the Nara period. It was acquired by the current Ishihara Industry in 1934, and modernization was promoted. Around the peak of 65 (Showa 40), it produced 3,000 tons of copper a year.
Old Nakamura clinic
The former Nakamura Clinic in Nabari City, Mie, was built in 1923 (Taisho 12) and closed in 57 (Showa 32). A detective writer, Ranpo Edogawa's birthplace is nearby. The second floor is built of wooden, and the first floor has a doctor's office and a drug room, and the second floor has a sick room. A manual elevator that carries and raises and lowers medical instruments and stretchers remains as it is, and is currently used as a warehouse.
Old Nakamura clinic
The former Nakamura Clinic in Nabari City, Mie, was built in 1923 (Taisho 12) and closed in 57 (Showa 32). A detective writer, Ranpo Edogawa's birthplace is nearby. The second floor is built of wooden, and the first floor has a doctor's office and a drug room, and the second floor has a sick room. A manual elevator that carries and raises and lowers medical instruments and stretchers remains as it is, and is currently used as a warehouse.
Old Nakamura clinic
The former Nakamura Clinic in Nabari City, Mie, was built in 1923 (Taisho 12) and closed in 57 (Showa 32). A detective writer, Ranpo Edogawa's birthplace is nearby. The second floor is built of wooden, and the first floor has a doctor's office and a drug room, and the second floor has a sick room. A manual elevator that carries and raises and lowers medical instruments and stretchers remains as it is, and is currently used as a warehouse.
Old Nakamura clinic
The former Nakamura Clinic in Nabari City, Mie, was built in 1923 (Taisho 12) and closed in 57 (Showa 32). A detective writer, Ranpo Edogawa's birthplace is nearby. The second floor is built of wooden, and the first floor has a doctor's office and a drug room, and the second floor has a sick room. A manual elevator that carries and raises and lowers medical instruments and stretchers remains as it is, and is currently used as a warehouse.
Shiraishi Industry(Kuwana factory trace)
The Haruna Plant of Shiroishi Kogyo Co., Ltd. located in Inabe, Mie Prefecture. The calcium carbonate manufacturer started operation in 1921 (Taisho 10). The calcium carbonate "Hakuenka" manufactured at the same plant is recognized as being excellent as a reinforcing agent for natural rubber, and has been exported to the world, including being adopted by a British tire manufacturer. The operation was suspended in 76 (Showa 51) and has already been dismantled.
The former Yokota Gastroenterologist Surgical Clinic
The former Yokota Gastroenterologist Surgical Clinic in Tottori City was built around 1955 (Showa 30). It is a three-story reinforced concrete structure with a circular appearance when seen from above, and the rooms are fan-shaped inside. After entering the Heisei period and closing the hospital, it became an empty house, but since 2012 (Heisei 24), Tottori University has been mainly used for art projects.
Former Iwai Elementary School
The former Iwai Elementary School remains in Iwai Onsen(hot spring) in Tottori Prefecture, which is said to be the Sanin's oldest hot spring, was built in 1892 (Meiji 25). It is a two-story wooden structure, and it is a quasi-western architecture with a Japanese-style structure while incorporating Western style such as an order post at the entrance. After the new school is built in another place during the Taisho period, it is used for public offices. It is the oldest school building that exists in the prefecture and is designated as Iwami Town Conservation Cultural Property.
Former Iwai Elementary School
The former Iwai Elementary School remains in Iwai Onsen(hot spring) in Tottori Prefecture, which is said to be the Sanin's oldest hot spring, was built in 1892 (Meiji 25). It is a two-story wooden structure, and it is a quasi-western architecture with a Japanese-style structure while incorporating Western style such as an order post at the entrance. After the new school is built in another place during the Taisho period, it is used for public offices. It is the oldest school building that exists in the prefecture and is designated as Iwami Town Conservation Cultural Property.
Former Iwai Elementary School
The former Iwai Elementary School remains in Iwai Onsen(hot spring) in Tottori Prefecture, which is said to be the Sanin's oldest hot spring, was built in 1892 (Meiji 25). It is a two-story wooden structure, and it is a quasi-western architecture with a Japanese-style structure while incorporating Western style such as an order post at the entrance. After the new school is built in another place during the Taisho period, it is used for public offices. It is the oldest school building that exists in the prefecture and is designated as Iwami Town Conservation Cultural Property.
Wakasa Railway
The Wakasa Railway in Tottori Prefecture opened in 1930 (Showa 5) as the JNR Wakasa Line. It became JR West Japan from 1987 and was transferred to Wakasa Railway of the third sector in the same year. Currently, in Wakasa Station yard, we are focusing on sightseeing utilization, such as performing a hands-on operation of a steam locomotive C12 that once ran on the Wakasa Line. A lot of facilities of the early Showa era remain, and 23 facilities including station building and turntable are registered as tangible cultural property.
Wakasa Railway
The Wakasa Railway in Tottori Prefecture opened in 1930 (Showa 5) as the JNR Wakasa Line. It became JR West Japan from 1987 and was transferred to Wakasa Railway of the third sector in the same year. Currently, in Wakasa Station yard, we are focusing on sightseeing utilization, such as performing a hands-on operation of a steam locomotive C12 that once ran on the Wakasa Line. A lot of facilities of the early Showa era remain, and 23 facilities including station building and turntable are registered as tangible cultural property.
Wakasa Railway
The Wakasa Railway in Tottori Prefecture opened in 1930 (Showa 5) as the JNR Wakasa Line. It became JR West Japan from 1987 and was transferred to Wakasa Railway of the third sector in the same year. Currently, in Wakasa Station yard, we are focusing on sightseeing utilization, such as performing a hands-on operation of a steam locomotive C12 that once ran on the Wakasa Line. A lot of facilities of the early Showa era remain, and 23 facilities including station building and turntable are registered as tangible cultural property.
Wakasa Railway
The Wakasa Railway in Tottori Prefecture opened in 1930 (Showa 5) as the JNR Wakasa Line. It became JR West Japan from 1987 and was transferred to Wakasa Railway of the third sector in the same year. Currently, in Wakasa Station yard, we are focusing on sightseeing utilization, such as performing a hands-on operation of a steam locomotive C12 that once ran on the Wakasa Line. A lot of facilities of the early Showa era remain, and 23 facilities including station building and turntable are registered as tangible cultural property.
Wakamatsu Mine
Wakamatsu mine site in Nichinan Town, Tottori Prefecture. Development began in 1900 (Meiji 33), and the chromium ore produced here became a raw material for refractory bricks. In large-scale deposits, there are times when shipments of chromium ore groups in the Chugoku region represented here accounted for about half of the whole country. The mountain closed in 1996. It has been selected as a modernization industrial heritage of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, with its mechanical plantation site remaining.
Wakamatsu Mine
Wakamatsu mine site in Nichinan Town, Tottori Prefecture. Development began in 1900 (Meiji 33), and the chromium ore produced here became a raw material for refractory bricks. In large-scale deposits, there are times when shipments of chromium ore groups in the Chugoku region represented here accounted for about half of the whole country. The mountain closed in 1996. It has been selected as a modernization industrial heritage of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, with its mechanical plantation site remaining.
Wakamatsu Mine
Wakamatsu mine site in Nichinan Town, Tottori Prefecture. Development began in 1900 (Meiji 33), and the chromium ore produced here became a raw material for refractory bricks. In large-scale deposits, there are times when shipments of chromium ore groups in the Chugoku region represented here accounted for about half of the whole country. The mountain closed in 1996. It has been selected as a modernization industrial heritage of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, with its mechanical plantation site remaining.
Former Minawa Power Plant
In 1912, the former Minawa Power Plant (Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture) completed Shikoku Hydroelectric Power, the predecessor of Shikoku Electric Power Company. The purpose was to supply power to Takamatsu and one yen in Kagawa prefecture using the water of the Iya River. The 2000-kilowatt output was the largest in Shikoku at that time, but was replaced by the new Minawa Power Plant, which was put into operation in 1959 (Showa 34).
Mikawa's Residence
The Mikawa's Residence in Tokushima City is a Western-style house built by the obstetrics and gynecologist Yoshiyuki Mikawa around 1928 (Showa 3). The reinforced concrete construction is characterized by a complex appearance with many curved surfaces. The interior is also full of highlights such as marble stairs and curved fixtures. It is an index work that tells the development of modern architecture in the region, and is designated as an important cultural property of the country.
Mikawa's Residence
The Mikawa's Residence in Tokushima City is a Western-style house built by the obstetrics and gynecologist Yoshiyuki Mikawa around 1928 (Showa 3). The reinforced concrete construction is characterized by a complex appearance with many curved surfaces. The interior is also full of highlights such as marble stairs and curved fixtures. It is an index work that tells the development of modern architecture in the region, and is designated as an important cultural property of the country.
Mikawa's Residence
The Mikawa's Residence in Tokushima City is a Western-style house built by the obstetrics and gynecologist Yoshiyuki Mikawa around 1928 (Showa 3). The reinforced concrete construction is characterized by a complex appearance with many curved surfaces. The interior is also full of highlights such as marble stairs and curved fixtures. It is an index work that tells the development of modern architecture in the region, and is designated as an important cultural property of the country.
Mikawa's Residence
The Mikawa's Residence in Tokushima City is a Western-style house built by the obstetrics and gynecologist Yoshiyuki Mikawa around 1928 (Showa 3). The reinforced concrete construction is characterized by a complex appearance with many curved surfaces. The interior is also full of highlights such as marble stairs and curved fixtures. It is an index work that tells the development of modern architecture in the region, and is designated as an important cultural property of the country.
Old New York Standard Petroleum Brick Warehouse
Tsuruga Port in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture has been a trading base with Asia since ancient times, and has prospered as a gateway to the continent in modern times. The red brick warehouse was built in 1905 (Meiji 38) by the US oil company "New York Standard Company" to store oil. It is also used as a military equipment warehouse and kelp storage warehouse, and it is now a tourist facility where you can enjoy history, culture, and food.
Old New York Standard Petroleum Brick Warehouse
Tsuruga Port in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture has been a trading base with Asia since ancient times, and has prospered as a gateway to the continent in modern times. The red brick warehouse was built in 1905 (Meiji 38) by the US oil company "New York Standard Company" to store oil. It is also used as a military equipment warehouse and kelp storage warehouse, and it is now a tourist facility where you can enjoy history, culture, and food.
Fukui Railway Vehicle Factory
There is a vehicle factory built at the end of the Taisho Era on the Fukui Railway Kitafu Station yard in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. It is a wooden flat with a gabled roof and an exterior clapboard. A work area and a warehouse are provided along with two lead-in lines. One of the company's predecessors, it is a valuable railway facility that has been in operation since the age of Fukubu Electric Railway, and is designated as a registered tangible cultural property of the country.
