Decorative Manhole Cover In Odaware Japan Editorial Photo

A decorative manhole cover from Odawara, Japan. The cover features an intricate design that depicts two figures carrying a mikoshi (portable shrine) through water, symbolizing a traditional Japanese festival or event. In the background, there is a castle structure, which is likely Odawara Castle, a famous landmark in the region. The design also includes mountains and trees, adding a natural landscape element to the scene. The manhole cover is circular, set into a paved stone walkway, and the artwork is done in a stylized, relief manner common to decorative manhole covers in Japan.