Japanese city lights up sewer covers with anime characters

In this picture taken on August 20, 2020 a pedestrian walks on an illuminated manhole cover of "Re:Zero ? Starting Life in Another World" by Otsuka Shinichiro in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture. - AFP

TOKOROZAWA, Japan (AFP): The humble manhole cover might not seem like much of a blank canvas, but one Japanese city is reimagining the possibilities with illuminated versions featuring anime characters.

Tokorozawa, near Tokyo, is hoping the unusual additions will attract visitors, including enthusiasts of the painted decorated manhole covers that adorn some of Japan's streets.