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Otomo Trench, which became the foundation of Sapporo
Otomo Trench was the base of what became the Sosei River, which divides Sapporo into east and west. We follow the footprints of Otomo Kametaro, who dug the 4 km-long irrigation canal in four months, and laid the foundations of the city.
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Memories of a former coal miner
We met a coal mine heritage guide who has many years of experience in the mines.
An endless amount of lights changing along with the music is on display bringing a different vibe to the gingko trees at AKAPLA. Come enjoy the illumination with that special someone.
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The reason I continue to photograph coalmining heritage
Encountering coalmining heritage while travelling changed my life quite drastically. I wanted to express the beauty of abandoned structures fusing with nature.
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Modern Hokkaido seen in coalmining heritage
In 2019, Tan-Tetsu-Ko: Coal-Iron & Steel-Railway-Port became a Japan Heritage certified by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. At its center is the heritage of coalmining that prospered for an instant and then faded drastically.
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Understand the Original, and Restore It
Ishibashi Shoichi, now 91 years old, is an active watchmaker. A chat with him is a trip back to postwar Sapporo.
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Passing on the baton of memory
It is essential that people be given time to learn and deepen their own recollections of the industries that have enriched and supported their communities.
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Industrial heritage conveys the outline of current society and offers an opportunity to think about the future. That is also the process that confirms regional identity.
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There are insects and some parts are withered, but that is also life
Nishiyama Yuki’s work possesses a sense of vitality and intricacy that cannot be expressed simply.
Mitsui Fudosan Group Autumn Festival – Akapla Autumn Sports & Food Fest
This year sees the appearance of “HADO”, as well as other fun activities such as a huge model railway display, and delicious meals.Why not come and have fun?
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