英語ニュース

ENGLISH NEWS

英語ニュースEnglish news

英語時事ニュースに関する著作権はインターアクト・ジャパンに帰属しており、無断での転載、複製、販売などは厳しく禁じられています。
許可なくこれらの行為を行った場合、法的措置を取る可能性があります。

Maintenance Hole Ads Spreading in Japan

マンホール広告事業、日本全国に広がる

  • LEVEL0

    More Japanese cities now let companies put advertisements on maintenance hole covers.

    Tokorozawa City in Saitama started this in 2018 to address falling water income. The ads earn money for the city and make streets look fun. People even come to see the designs.

    Many cities now use a similar idea. In 2020, Tokorozawa made light-up ads. They provide light at night and help stop crime.

  • LEVEL1

    Japanese cities have started using the ground for advertisements. Bright and colorful maintenance hole ads are now spreading across the country.

    In 2018, Tokorozawa City in Saitama was struggling with decreasing water income. In response, it started letting companies put ads on maintenance hole covers. The unique ads have been very successful. They earn important income and make streets look interesting. Tourists even visit maintenance holes to see their designs.

    Many cities now have their own programs. In 2020, Tokorozawa created illuminated ads, which provide night-time light and stop crime.

  • LEVEL2

    Cities usually have billboards overhead, but Japan is now turning its attention to the ground for advertisements. Colorful ads on maintenance hole covers are spreading nationwide, brightening streets in creative ways.

    In 2018, Tokorozawa City in Saitama was struggling with falling water revenue due to population decline. Instead of raising water fees, it proposed allowing paid corporate ads on maintenance hole covers. As Japan’s first such initiative, the city adjusted ordinances and verified safety and effectiveness before its launch. Corporate interest has grown steadily, and the ads are providing valuable income while improving the sewer system’s image. They are also drawing visitors to see unique designs.

    Many local governments have now adopted similar programs. In 2020, Tokorozawa added solar-powered illuminated cover ads, enhancing night-time visibility and crime prevention.