The Japanese use rain chains (known as kusari-doi or kusari-toi) as a centuries-old, elegant alternative to traditional closed downspouts. Their purpose is both functional and aesthetic:
Practical Drainage: They guide rainwater from the roof gutter to the ground, a drain, or a collection basin (like a rain barrel) for efficient water management, preventing splash and protecting the building's foundation.
Aesthetic Water Feature: Unlike hidden downspouts, the rain chain celebrates the flow of water. It turns the rainfall into a visible, cascading water feature, often creating a soothing, melodious sound as the water trickles down the cups or links.
Cultural Significance: Originating on Japanese temples and tea houses as early as the Heian period (794-1185 CE), they reflect the traditional Japanese philosophy of blending simplicity, utility, and a deep appreciation for nature and its elements.
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Battle for Ogun East Senatorial Ticket in APC:
Senator Daniel had 8 years and the road leading to his house was not tarred, the roads leading to our villages were left in desolate state. - Dare Odufowokan SSA to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun
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🇳🇬 Debt Servicing by Administration (First 2 years)
Tinubu paid 13.5x more in debt servicing during his first two years than Buhari did over the same period. This expenditure surpassed the combined opening-term debt payments of Jonathan and Buhari by 6.8 times.
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Dangote Refinery has increased the ex-depot price of petrol by ₦75, increasing it from ₦1,200 to ₦1,275 per liter, while coastal prices have gone up to ₦1,215 per liter.
This adjustment amid Brent crude trading at $114.80 per barrel marks a 3.15% increase.
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Opposition parties in Nigeria have agreed to field one presidential candidate!!!!
#ADC #PDP #LabourParty #LP #SDP #APC #APCNIGERIA #obi #PeterObi #Atiku #Kwankwaso
BREAKING
PRESIDENT TINUBU RELIEVES WALE EDUN OF HIS APPOINTMENT, ELEVATES TAIWO OYEDELE TO MINISTER OF FINANCE
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