An event called “Kawami” (River Viewing) is being held daily until the 31st in the afternoon on the riverbed near Horohibashi Bridge in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, where visitors can enjoy food and drinks while overlooking the Toyohira River. Stalls and food trucks are selling Genghis Khan (grilled lamb) and tacos, attracting coworkers, families with children, and couples, creating a lively atmosphere.
Kawami
I am unable to identify a specific place or cultural site named “Kawami.” It is possible the name is misspelled or refers to a very localized or lesser-known location. Could you please provide more context or check the spelling?
Horohibashi Bridge
The Horohibashi Bridge is a historic wooden bridge in Kyoto, Japan, originally constructed in 1895 to provide access to the Heian Shrine. It is famously known as the “Bridge of Exile,” as it was the symbolic point from which defeated samurai were historically banished from the city. Its elegant, arched design has made it a picturesque and culturally significant landmark.
Chuo Ward
Chuo Ward is one of Tokyo’s 23 special wards and serves as the historical and modern commercial heart of the city. Its history dates back to the Edo period when it developed as a merchant district, and it is now home to major financial centers like the Bank of Japan, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the upscale Ginza shopping area.
Sapporo
Sapporo is the modern capital of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost prefecture, which was officially developed beginning in 1868. The city is internationally famous for hosting the 1972 Winter Olympics and its annual Sapporo Snow Festival, which attracts millions of visitors to see its massive ice and snow sculptures.
Toyohira River
The Toyohira River is a major river flowing through Sapporo, Hokkaido, and has been a vital source of water and transportation for the region’s inhabitants for centuries. Historically, it was used by the indigenous Ainu people and later by Japanese settlers for its fertile land. Today, it is a popular recreational spot, with its banks developed into parks and walkways for the city’s residents.
Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan is most famously the founder and first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, which became the largest contiguous land empire in history after his death in 1227. While not a physical place, his immense cultural and historical legacy is honored in Mongolia, most notably at the Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, a 40-meter tall stainless steel monument located near Ulaanbaatar.
