They are still very well respected and I found them cute represented on this manhole cover:
EXIF info:
Nikon D80
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 22mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/640s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 100Cute Firefighters Manhole Cover
In Japan, the first Fire brigade service (Hikeshi) was established during the Edo period, in 1629. Because of the constant threat of fire (the frequent Edo fires were called Edo no hana - flowers of Edo), the firemen were admired, considered heroes and represented on ukiyo-e paintings...
They are still very well respected and I found them cute represented on this manhole cover:
They are still very well respected and I found them cute represented on this manhole cover: