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Yokohama Pier, Yokohama, Japan - Customs Office
Yokohama Pier, Yokohama, Japan - The brick building housed the Yokohama Customs Office Inspection Bureau - built in 1894 and designed by Japanese architect Yorinaka Tsumaki. The extended steel pier, which grew out of the original English Hatoba was designed by Henry Spencer Palmer. Date: circa 1910s
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This photograph showcases the Yokohama Pier in Yokohama, Japan, during the 1910s. The image features the imposing brick Customs Office Inspection Bureau, designed by renowned Japanese architect Yorinaka Tsumaki in 1894. The architectural masterpiece, with its distinctive red-tiled roof and intricate detailing, housed the customs office and was a symbol of Japan's modernization and western influence. Adjacent to the Customs Office, the extended steel pier can be seen, designed by Henry Spencer Palmer. This pier grew out of the original English Hatoba, which was built in the late 1860s. Palmer's design showcases the harmonious blend of western and Japanese architectural elements, with the steel structure contrasting against the traditional Japanese buildings. The pier was an essential part of Yokohama's bustling harbor, serving as a gateway for the import and export of goods. Ships of various sizes and shapes can be seen anchored at the quay, their sails billowing in the wind. The quayside bustles with activity, with workers loading and unloading cargo, and the sound of transport vehicles echoing through the air. The photograph captures the unique blend of cultures and influences that defined Yokohama during this era. The Oriental and Occidental elements coexist harmoniously, reflecting Japan's openness to the world and its commitment to modernization. The Yokohama Pier, with its iconic Customs Office and extended steel pier, remains a testament to Japan's rich history and its enduring connection to the sea.
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