Prefectural Office Crossing

The crossroads features traffic signals that stop vehicles in all directions, enabling pedestrians to traverse the intersection diagonally or straight in one phase.

The intersection design follows Japan's first pedestrian scramble implementation in Kumamoto Prefecture from 1968, marking a shift toward pedestrian-focused urban planning.

Japanese pedestrians demonstrate efficient movement patterns through the crossing, creating natural flow patterns without verbal communication during peak hours.

The intersection experiences high foot traffic between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on weekdays when students and office workers travel through the area.

During rainy periods, the crossing transforms into a pattern of moving umbrellas as pedestrians navigate the intersection from multiple directions.

Location: Naha

GPS coordinates: 26.21367,127.68050

Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:37