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Introduction of Horiwari River

Last Updated August 5, 2024

 With the development of Yokohama Port, the Horiwari River, completed in 1874, was used as a boat route connecting Yokohama Port and Negishi Bay from the Meiji era to the Showa era. Wharfs were lined up at the estuary, and lodgings, shipyards, and factories were lined up along the river, and it was said that the bustle was seen.

Event of Horiwari River

The event is introduced on the Horiwari River charming page.

Profile of Horiwari River

Overview of Rivers

Photo of the Horiwari River basin

 Horiwari River, a second-class river, Ooka River
  The Horiwari River is a population canal that diverts from Nakamurakawa near Kuraki Bridge and Ikeshita Bridge and pours into Negishi Bay.
  Bridge: From the upstream, Nakamurabashi, Tenjinbashi, Negishibashi, Sakashita Bridge, Isogobashi, Yahatabashi
  Certified as a civil engineering heritage selected by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers in 2010

History of the Horiwari River

Yahatabashi main pillar and arched sewage outlet

 The Horiwari River started construction in 1870 and completed in 1874, and has played a role as a boat route connecting Yokohama Port and Negishi Bay.
 Takigashira Wharf was also built on both banks of the estuary, and was completed in 1872. (The current location of the animal quarantine station of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is one side of the wharf.)
 Due to the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 (1923), the revetment was destroyed, bridges were dropped and burned down, but the reconstruction project in the early Showa era was restored with masonry seawalls, and unloading sites in various places And stairs were made. An elaborate main pillar is installed on the bridge, and it still retains its old features.

Current status of the Horiwari River


A row of cherry blossom trees at the Animal Quarantine Station

Animal Quarantine Station of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries A row of cherry blossom trees along the river is a highlight of cherry blossoms in spring.

Familiarity with the Horiwari River

At present, it is a familiar place where many people can enjoy the river on holidays. However, there are issues such as being sandwiched between roads with heavy traffic and not being able to make full use of the charm of the river.

Horiwari River Isogo Pier

In May 2022, a new hydrophilic facility "Horiwari River Isogo Pier" with a floating bridge on the Horiwari River was completed!


Horiwari River Isogo Pier

 In Kanagawa Prefecture, we are developing hydrophilic facilities in cooperation with town development in order to enhance the attractiveness of the town by utilizing the Ooka River water system rivers.
 The hydrophilic facility also has a floating bridge and a unloading bridge, which is expected to be used for revitalizing water recreation, creating bustle in the town, and transporting goods in emergencies.
 Please use it as a place where you can get close to the river!
 
⃝ Facility name: Horiwari River Isogo Pier
⃝ Facilities: Waterfront facilities, Ukisanbashi, unloading Sanbashi

Ukisanbashi is locked with an electronic key for safety management. Advance reservations are required for use by the Kanagawa Prefectural Flood Control Office.
In the case of use, please make advance reservation from prefecture homepage.

Civil engineering heritage selected by the 22, Heisei Society of Civil Engineers

In November 2010, it was certified as a civil engineering heritage by the Civil Society of Japan in 2010.

Reason for Certification

The Horiwari River, which was excavated in the early Meiji era and diverted from the Ookagawa River, played a major role in water transport and flood control measures in Yokohama City, and the long masonry revetment left a remnant of the time.

Civil engineering heritage selected by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers (external site)
The certification system for civil engineering heritage selected by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers was established in 2000 with the aim of contributing to the preservation of historical civil engineering structures through the recognition of civil engineering heritage. In 2010, 27 structures nationwide, including the Horiwari River, were certified as "civil engineering heritage."
 
Japan Society of Civil Engineers (outside site) (to the website of the Japan Society of Civil Engineers)

Improving the charm of Horiwari River! Workshop (FY2004)

In 2004, in order to discover and organize the charms of the Horiwari River, etc., and to make the waterside more familiar, "Improve the appeal of the Horiwari River! Workshop was held. I would like to introduce the contents of this workshop.

Three Factors of the Horiwari River

1.Historical charm and civil engineering heritage

  • Beautiful main pillar design
  • Masonry seawall with the taste of reconstruction after the earthquake
  • The only remaining landing site in Yokohama
  • The trace of Helm dog
  • Shipbuilding ring
  • Design of sewage outlet

2.Space and Landscape Attraction

  • Spacious space, water surface
  • The Road of the Wind
  • Scent of the tide
  • Scenery from the bridge
  • A row of cherry trees and willow trees
  • Green of cliffs

3.Attractiveness as a living space

  • Staircases falling on the surface of the water
  • Famous spot for goby fishing
  • I feel that I'm back to Isoko
  • Be relieved
  • I feel the proximity of the sea

Points (ideas) to be important for improving attractiveness

Take care of history

It inherits the civil engineering heritage of the reconstruction of the earthquake, such as the masonry seawall, the main pillar, and the ruins of Helm dog.

Take care of the scenery

Protect clean water, taking care of prospects, openness, closeness of the water surface, wind, and protecting clean water.

Use the water surface

Open events such as canoes, rafts, water restaurants, etc., where you can use the water surface from where you can.

Experiments and surveys

One-day pedestrian paradise, one-way social experiment, traffic volume survey

Make rules

Scenic Guidelines for Illegal Mooring and Seawalls

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Isogo Ward General Affairs Department Ward Administration Promotion Division

Telephone: 045-750-2335

Telephone: 045-750-2335

Fax: 045-750-2532

Email address: is-kusei@city.yokohama.lg.jp

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