Saturday, April 9, 2011

Canal City (inside)

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I must admit I do like the architecture of Canal City in Fukuoka. It is easy to see the influence of the canyon country of the Colorado Plateau on the design.

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Designed by American architect Jon Jerde who also designed the Riverwalk complex in nearby Kokura and the Namba Parks complex in Osaka.

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The name Canal City derives from a pool of water that snakes along the interior of the canyonlike interior.

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There are several fountains and an area for performances.

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I was here a few days ago and there was some type of market going on.

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Posted by Ojisanjake at 1:16 PM
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5 comments:

  1. FilipBlogApril 2, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Again super colours.

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  2. LApril 3, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    It's really pretty! I've been there a couple of years ago but at night. Did not imagine it looked like that in the day time.

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  3. Suzuki Air Conditioner CompressorApril 6, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    I like it because i was seeking for such type of info.

    I hope it benefits all one who land up here.

    Thanks for sharing!!

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  4. kyungmeeApril 28, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    always love your images! Alwsays interesting finds and reading!

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  5. OjisanjakeApril 28, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Thanks Amey

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