Kurihama Flower World is a large nature park in Yokosuka that is filled with enormous beds of seasonal flowers. Perhaps to help emphasize the natural elements of the park, a large concrete bridge that is located near one entrance of the park has been designed to appear as if it is made of very large rough hewn timbers. Due to the size and shape of the bridge piers and beams it is readily apparent to even the most casual observer that the bridge is actually made of concrete. (although for a second I did briefly wonder if there were Giant Redwoods in Japan!). Yet I found the detailed application, and artistic treatment of the faux wood grain fascinating. Previously I had noticed small faux wood concrete fencing used in neighborhood parks throughout Yokosuka, yet this bridge at Kurihama Flower World was a completely different size and scale. All visitors using this entrance to the park walk (or ride the replica train tram) under the bridge, thus it serves as a very appropriate gateway to the nature park.
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