Kema Suimon, Canal lock between Yodo River and Okawa in Osaka, Japan.
The Kema Suimon canal system features large mechanical gates that control water flow between two major rivers in northern Osaka.
Engineers constructed this water management system during Japan's industrial modernization period to regulate river levels and prevent flooding in Osaka.
The canal structure earned recognition as an Important Cultural Property of Japan for its engineering achievements and historical significance.
Visitors can observe the lock operations from several viewpoints around the facility, which remains active in managing water levels.
Located at the intersection of Kita-ku and Miyakojima-ku districts, this canal separates fresh river water from the brackish downstream flow.
GPS coordinates: 34.72109,135.51688
Latest update: March 21, 2025 07:39
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