On July 31, we participated in an open seminar sponsored by the National Institute of Land and Culture of Construction Technology, and sponsored by Chuo-ku. The title of the seminar is "How to enjoy infrastructure thoroughly." The venue was the 3rd floor hall of Nihonbashihamacho F Tower Plaza, which was full of capacity of 120 people.
The first part was "Application of Civil Engineering to Show-Rediscovery of Civil Engineering in Japan" by Professor Homare, Ph.D. of Engineering, Professor Kikkawa of Urban University. Kikkawa's first part was very fun with easy-to-understand explanations using plenty of case-introduction images, and it was interesting for me who originally liked to see structures. Mr. Kikkawa's deep affection for civil engineering was oozing out.
The second part was "Introduction of case studies in the Nihonbashi area-Vaccharal Tokyo Cruising-" by Dr. Miya of the Institute for Land and Culture. Under the title of "Oedo Nihonbashi Boat Tour", you can watch the cruise from Nihonbashi Pier to the Nihonbashi River, enter the Kanda River and enter the Sumida River with commentary. The explanation was quite realistic, with the addition of the person in charge involved in the infrastructure planning of several locations in the video.
In addition, this VR video is open to the public and can be seen on your smartphone etc. You can see the direction pointing your smartphone 360 degrees (you need to install the youtube app). Enter from the QR code below.
In addition, it seems that there are 140 free invitations to the "Funa Tour" held after September. If you are interested and time, why not join us (pictured below)?
Chuo-ku also has many fun infrastructure assets. For example, looking up at the structure of Hakozaki Junction from below has become a popular spot for foreigners, and the roofed moving trail bridge "Triton Bridge" over Harumi Triton Square is also popular. It may be interesting to plan a tour around Chuo-ku from the viewpoint of an infrastructure structure.
Hakozaki Junction
※▶ http://www.ctie.co.jp/kokubunken/
※Boat tour facebook ▶ https://www.facebook.com/funameguri/
