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Sakura and Japanese Castle Manhole Cover

Wed, March 26, 2014, by Muza-chan

The symbol of sakura is one of the most popular graphic representations in Japan. The cherry blossoms are drawn almost everywhere, on kimonos, vases, chopsticks, screens, fans, sake barrels or coins… So it is only natural to find sakura on the Japanese manhole covers, like this one, representing the Inuyama Castle…

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Inuyama Castle Manhole Cover, Inuyama
Inuyama Castle Manhole Cover, Inuyama
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EXIF Info:

Nikon D90
Lens: 8-16mm F/4.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 16mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/1000s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 200
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