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2019 Around Okawabata, Parent-Child Bird Observation Meeting

[Sam] February 11, 2019 14:00

DSC08665ELS''.jpgDSC08672RS'G.jpg On February 10, the 4th "Parent and Child Bird Observation Meeting" was held by Tsukuda Tsukishima Shimbun and Tsukuda River City Residents' Association (cooperation: Sumitomo Mitsui Construction Co., Ltd.).

9:00~11:00

After listening to a lecture on recent circumstances, such as (1) the blessed birdwatching environment in the Ishikawajima and Tsukuda areas and (2) the changes in the bird ecological environment following the dismantling of the Tsukiji Market, and (2) the bird ecological environment in Tsukuda and Tsukishima.

Visit Ishikawajima Park, Paris Square, and Tsukuda Park while learning how to find and identify birds with guidance from the local birdwatching family and nature observation instructors.

This time, I met Indian spot-billed duck, Eurasian wigeon, Owang, Kawau, Urica plum, Segrocame, black-tailed gull, Hakusekirei, dusky thrush, common sandpiper (upper left image), brown-eared bulbul and Japanese white-eye.

 

 

One of the correspondents' reflection meeting Part 1-From the 11th Chuo-ku sightseeing test-

[Edamame] February 10, 2019 12:00

This is Edamame, a correspondent with children.

On February 3 (Sun), the 11th Chuo-ku Tourism Certification was held.

Although I applied for it, I realized that there was an extreme lack of preparation.

"Isn't it better to stop receiving it?"

I felt like I heard the devil's whisper

"It's meaningful to participate!" He inspired himself, saying, "It's meaningful to participate!", And the day before he violently solved the past questions and challenged it.

And now it's over.

I don't think it's good if I finish it with "I'm over, okay?"

What you care about from the lost or wrong problems?

I would like to focus on some of them.

That's why please associate with the "Edamame One Remorse Meeting" series for a while.


First of all, it is a question from this year's theme problem "Heisei no Chuo-ku".

Question 5 Of the following buildings in Chuo-ku, they were designated as important national cultural properties.

   Which of the following is not Heisei?

A. Kachidokibashi A. Nihonbashi U.S. Mitsui Main Building E. Main Building of the Bank of Japan


・・To be honest, I wonder if there is such a point! It was a big sweat.

It is true that the historical value of modern buildings has been recognized as a matter of recent years.

In this way, all of them have the impression that they have been certified in Heisei (sweat like a waterfall).

That's why I removed it in the actual production.

I'll check it out.


A. Kachidokibashi

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This Kachidokibashi is often used for the certification.

It was called "the best movable bridge in the Orient" and originally jumped five times a day.

Currently, opening and closing is suspended due to a decrease in the volume of ship operations.

Yeah.

Based on evaluation of "highly technically completed structure with the largest movable branch in Japan", etc.

It was designated as a national important cultural property in June 2007! ! !

So this is not the answer.

B. Nihonbashi

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Nihonbashi, where the current bridge was built in 1911 (Meiji 44).

It's a place where there's no shortage of topics.

There are squares, docks and docks in the four Hashizume.

There's also a tourist information center.

However, the bridge itself that has exceeded the 100th anniversary of the bridge is also a frequent problem and must be checked.

The lion in the photo symbolizes "protection of Tokyo City" (frequency problem).

So Nihonbashi was designated as an Important Cultural Property in May 1999! !

That's why this is not the answer.

C. Mitsui Main Building

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As you can see from the photo, the order column of "Colint type (which is frequent here)" is the order column.

The Mitsui Main Building is impressive.

The building was completed in 1929 as an office building for major Mitsui companies.

It seems that there is a large safe with a circular door weighing 50 tons underground.

(This is also questioned in the past.)

So, the Mitsui Main Building was designated as an Important Cultural Property in December 1998! !

So this is not the answer.

D. Main Building of the Bank of Japan

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・・・ Don't say, "E is answered by the erasure method!"

In 1882, the Bank of Japan began its operations as a central bank in Japan.

I used the building of the Hokkaido Pioneering Envoy Tokyo branch office located under the Eitai Bridge.

Your design is Josaiah Condor. I'm a foreigner who was in charge of the design of Kanarukan.

(This is also a point that has been frequently asked for a long time.)

However, the facilities were narrow and the transportation was poor.

In Meiji 29 (1896), a new building was built and relocated.

This is the current main building of the Bank of Japan head office in Nihonbashi Honishi-cho, where "Koza" was located in the Edo period.

Kingo Tatsuno was in charge of the design. He's a disciple of Condor.

The model was the Belgian central bank (this has also been questioned in the past).

The design style is "Neo Baroque architecture" that combines the Baroque style and the Renaissance style.

About half of the building was burned down by the Great Kanto Earthquake, but repairs were made three years later.

An extension was made in the early Showa period, and it continues to this day.

And ... It was designated as an important cultural property in 1974! ! !!

Surprisingly, it was a long time before the other three.

So the correct answer was "E. The main building of the Bank of Japan Main Store"!


There are also many interesting exhibits at the "Mont Museum" right opposite the main building of the Bank of Japan.

After reviewing the test, why don't you take a walk around here? ?

"Edo Sakura-dori St.", where senior correspondent "CAM" was used the other day.

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It is a road that passes from the main building of the Bank of Japan to Choredo Muromachi.

This also includes "Depa Underground" at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store.

It's also perfect for a walk while looking for something delicious.

It is especially recommended because the row of cherry blossom trees is beautiful as the name suggests.

 

 

A little more to Valentine's Day! Six Heart Spots in Chuo-ku

[Hanes] February 8, 2019 14:00


Hello. I'm a new correspondent (Hanes)
As you can see when you look into the department stores in Ginza and Nihonbashi, Valentine's Day is approaching!
Cute sweets are lined up in stores, including overseas chocolates that you can't usually buy.
In recent years, there has been a growing tendency for women to buy slightly luxurious chocolates for themselves.
I feel that chocolate variations are becoming more and more abundant.

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(Purchased at Matsuya Ginza 8F. It is a women's favorite royal road and Instagrammable ◎)

There are many delicious chocolate shops in Chuo-ku, so I can't introduce them.
This time, I would like to introduce some heart spots in Chuo-ku that you can enjoy regardless of men and women of all ages.
In addition to Instagram, you may be happy if you visit!

■Ginza area
・GINZA SIX Rooftop Garden (Ginza 6-10-1)
I introduced it in the first article after my correspondent debut.
Hearts can also be enjoyed from the rooftop garden (where is it?)
It is a heart spot that seems known and actually is not well known yet.

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・Tenshodo Ginza Main Store (Ginza 4-3-9)
As you all know, there is a cute angel at the corner of this jewelry shop.
This is the work of sculptor Asahiko Yamada, which was set up during the renewal of the Tenshodo in 1997.
As the correspondent seniors have often introduced, wearing a Santa cap depending on the season.
It is a great photo spot for both Japanese and overseas.

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(Even if you become a familiar angel, you will take a picture every time you pass nearby.)

Well, you are such an angel, but did you know what you have?
I think you can imagine someone with good intuition, but yes. It's a heart arrow!
I've heard the story that "stroking your head will make love."
Please check this heart when you stroking your head.

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(The angel's head tells us that many people have been stroking.)

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・Chuo-dori (Ginza-dori)
In fact, heart can now be seen on the main street of Ginza!
Its identity is the leaves of the street tree "Katsura"
Unfortunately, I can't see this season, but I'd like to go see it when it gets warmer.

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・Place name sign (This time, we will use a photo of Ginza 3-chome on behalf of.)
This is a "hidden heart" that is a little nice if you find it.
It may be a little overdoing, but did you find it?

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The answer is here!

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In addition, the heart may be hidden in such places and places that pass sideways many times.

■Tsukiji area
・Tsukiji Honganji (3-15-1 Tsukiji)
It may be surprising, but there is also something like a heart here.
You can see it all over the premises, including main hall.

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Well, the reason why I dared to write "like a heart".
In fact, this is not a heart, it is called "Inome".
Since ancient times, it has been used in shrines and temples in the sense of amulet and invitation.

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And the name "Inome" is literally derived from "Inoshino eyes".
This year is the year of the boar, so why not look for Inome when visiting shrines and temples?

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■Harumi area
・Harumi Wharf
I haven't been able to see it yet, but there seems to be a spot where you can see a series of hearts here.
That's the self-proclaimed “power spot that calls happiness” introduced by senior correspondent George Mayame!
I want to put this on Instagram.
For more information, please refer to the following article.

By the way, I have introduced six heart spots, how was it?
I hope there is also one place where you can think, "I want to go here!"
Because of the Valentine's season, I came to a department store to shop.
Do you not go around heart spot in Chuo-ku?

 

 

Spring is near! Circle presentation [Municipal Social Education Center]

[Dimini ☆ Cricket] February 6, 2019 11:00

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Ritsuharu has passed, and it is time to see the annual “Circle Presentation” on the bulletin board of the ward.

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This presentation is a place where circles working using each social education hall can show their daily results.

Speaking of Tsukiji Social Education Center, band performances, choruses, ballroom dances, Tai Chi, ukulele, Shigin, Nihon Buyo, Ryukyu Sanshin are extremely diverse and varied.

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The Nihonbashi Social Education Center Circle Presentation will be held on February 9 (Sat) and 10 (Sun).

The Tsukiji Social Education Center circle presentation will be held on February 23 (Sat).

All venues are the 8th floor hall of Nihonbashi Social Education Hall (1-1-17 Nihonbashi Ningyocho, Chuo-ku).

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The Tsukishima Social Education Center's circle presentation will be held on March 16 (Sat) and 17 (Sun).

The venue is the 4th floor hall of the Tsukishima Social Education Center (4-1-1 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku).

Please refer to the website below for details such as the holding time.

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Admission is free.

It's a good idea to enjoy watching the results of the daily activities of everyone who belongs to the circle, and if you're thinking of starting something this spring, it's good to start that activity I think

Please come and visit us.

In late March, there is also a “Circle Experience Week” at each Social Education Center.

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In addition, we received your consent for photography at the Tsukiji Social Education Center.

Click here for the website of the Municipal Social Education Center ⇒

https://chuo-shakyo.shopro.co.jp/news/2019-01-14/post_4164.php

Click here for a blog post that introduced a circle presentation in January last year. ⇒

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If you try a fixed-point observation...(formerly Tsukiji Market & Athlete Village)

[GPP] February 5, 2019 09:00

"Why don't you look at Chuo-ku from the outside? This is the sequel to "Rainbow Bridge & Carletta Shiodome".

[Reference] /archive/2018/06/post-5316.html


 Chuo-ku is transforming toward the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. By "fixed-point observation", the change can be seen.

 We photographed the same thing from the same place (Caretta Shiodome 46th floor observation space) at different times.....


Demolition status of the former Tsukiji Market (on site)


 First of all, the former Tsukiji Market (in the hall) relocated in October 2018.

 The inside market is now surrounded by fences, so you can't see the inside from the ground. However, from a skyscraper, it looks so good....


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 The security checkpoint (a blue roof building lined up in three rows) has been removed.

 A provisional detour (inner turn) has been opened from Tsukiji Ohashi to Shin-ohashi Bridge Street.

 There is also a change in the number of cars that use the parking lot.



Construction status of Olympic Village (Harumi)


 Next, the construction status of the Athlete Village.

 Comparison of May 2018 with January 2019, seven months later....。


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Note) The front is the Hamarikyu Garden, and the back is the Toyosu Market.


 Among the photos taken in January 2019, the buildings that look black are the athlete villages under construction. It has a strong presence.

 It seems that the foundation was spending time on the construction, but when the construction of the building started, I feel that it will be faster after that.


Starting with photography from the Carletta Shiodome Observation Space, the "If you look at Chuo-ku from the outside" series and the "fixed-point observation" series will continue in the future....

 

 

2019 Sumiyoshi-jinja Shirine Festival bean-throwing ceremony

[Sam] February 4, 2019 18:00

DSC08545ELSR'.jpgDSC08515RS'G.jpg On February 3, when Sunday and Setsubun overlapped, blessed with good weather, the annual "bean-throwing ceremony" was held in various parts of the ward.

At Sumiyoshi-jinja Shirine (Tsukuda 1), the event was held from 15:00 after the festival of the festival.

Setsubun means that the day before the beginning of spring, summer, fall, and winter, at the turn of the season, bean-throwing ceremony is one of the Shinto ritual rituals of disaster relief.

Generally speaking, Setsubun is the day before the spring, when it moves from the winter festival to the spring festival. As the beginning of the year, it is said that Setsubun gradually began to refer to the spring Setsubun.

When it comes to the stage where beans and sweets are scattered from Kagura Hall, the children gathered together reached out all at once to get "Fuku", and shouted "Here, here" and "Oh, I'm sorry", and the hall was filled with the enthusiasm of many children.