The covers in Kobe are made of metal

 

and are round

 

or rectangular

 

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As in other cities in Japan, many covers in Kobe are colored

 

. No gilded covers were found.
The city emblem sometimes appears on the covers

 

.

On some covers the purpose is not indicated. There are covers bearing the word 消火栓 (fire hydrant)

 

or 汚水 (sewage)

 

.

Many covers feature urban buildings and cityscapes

 

.

There is a series of covers depicting historical buildings, which appear to be part of a display, as they are mounted on posts

 

.

Manufacturers
The manufacturers’ names do not usually appear on the covers.

Standards
The covers do not include any certification marks.