A piece of Japanese pop culture has found its way onto Yokosuka Naval Base, home of the U.S. 7 th Fleet. To find it, just look down. “I was surprised to see all the positivity from people who are on- ...

Throughout Japan, including Tokyo, there are decorative “design manhole covers” intended to enhance the streetscape, celebrate culture and heritage, increase the visibility of infrastructure, and give ...

Let’s talk about manhole covers. Every city in the world has them, yet no one ever pays attention to the ugly, stinking, rusty metal plates, unless they’re comically misaligned with road markings—or ...

How many manhole covers are there in New York City? How are they made? Where do they lead to? In an episode of The Untapped New York Podcast we go over manhole covers 101 and discuss why New Yorkers ...

ASHEVILLE - A reader asks about the image imprinted on the city's manhole covers. Have other questions for our staff? Email Executive Editor Karen Chávez at KChavez@citizentimes.com and your question ...

TOKYO, Japan — To see the wonders of Japan, even the quirkiness of this country, you usually look up. But if you do that long enough you will miss the curiosities that most folks step over every day.

SPOKANE, Wash. – The City of Spokane is calling on young artists to submit creative designs for wastewater access covers, commonly known as manhole covers. The contest is open to all students 18 and ...

SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane Arts and the City of Spokane's Wastewater Management Department are teaming up and hosting a contest for local high school students. They're looking for someone to design new ...