Bridge Spots in Japan

  • Meiko Triton (Ise wangan Expressway)
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    Aichi Nagoya-shi Minato-ku Tokai-shi Tobishimamura
    The nickname for a series of bridges along the Isewangan Expressway spanning from the Tokai Interchange to the Tobishima Interchange. The Triton is comprised of three cable-stayed bridges: the Meiko Higashi Bridge, the Meiko Chuo Bridge, and the Meiko Nishi Bridge. The name is a reference to the sea god Triton and was chosen after a public contest. The bridges are lit up different, seasonal colors, such as the green of fresh leaves in spring and the red of fall foliage in autumn, adding vivid color to the nighttime scenery of the port.
  • Gojo Ohashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sujakuchou - Nishigahara-machi, Shimogyo-ku
    This bridge crosses the Kamogawa River at Gojo-dori Street in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. It's famous for being the place where the Heian period legend of theencounter between Ushiwakamaru and Benkei was said to have happened. Many tourists visit to see the stone statue of the encounter in a style where the protagonists are characterized like Kyoto dolls.
  • Notojima-ohashi Bridge
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    Ishikawa Pref. Nanaoshi Ishizakimachi Co
    The Notojima-ohashi Bridge provides a breath-taking view at its highest point in the middle, and is a 1050 meter-long bridge connecting Noto Island with Ishizakimachi, Nanao City. It is adored as a symbol of Noto Island. The curvy bridge is extremely beautiful and represents the calmness of the Inland Sea. Approximately five minutes by car from JR Wakura-Onsen Station.
  • Kurushima-kaikyo Bridge
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    Ehime Prefecture Imabari City - Oshima Between
    Connecting Shikoku and Honshu, this worlds-first three-stage suspension bridge runs across the Kurushima Strait—a rough spot of sea known as the three rapids whirlpool of Seto Inland Sea. The Kurushima-kaikyo Bridge stretches for 4.1 kilometers and features a road for motor vehicles, as well as a scooter lane and a bicycle/pedestrian lane. You can get a great view of the grand Seto Inland Sea from on top of the bridge. This place is also famous for its evening views, as it holds many nighttime illumination events regularly.
  • Tsutsuji Suspension Bridge
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Yumoto
    This suspension bridge spans the “Yahata Nature Study Path” in Yumoto, Nasu Town. The 38-meter-high, 130-meter-long bridge offers a sweeping view of the natural splendor of the Nasu Mountains. In addition to azalea season, the fall foliage and various blooms throughout the four seasons make for gorgeous scenery.
  • Fukuhakudeai Bridge
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    Fukuoka Pref. Fukuokashichuouku Nishinakasu ・ Hakata-ku Nakasu
    A 78.2-meter long bridge located in Tenjin Central Park in Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City. Symbolized by its Hakata Promenade, the bridge connects the Tenjin and Nakasu areas. A sightseeing destination which sees many tourists crossing its length, the bridge is also outfitted with parasols modeled after the folk song of Kuroda Bushi as well as a statue of the Three Apprentice Geisha.
  • Mugiyama Floating Bridge
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    Tokyo Nishitama-gun Okutamamachi Kawano
    "A floating bridge on Lake Okutama, one of Tokyo's prime water sources. Commonly called the ""Drum Can Bridge,"" it gives visitors the chance to walk across Lake Okutama. The 220-meter-long bridge was built to provide foot access to the far shore at the time the dam was built. Originally drum cans provided flotation, but today this is done with polyethylene and styrofoam. The bridge doesn't sway much or get much spray, so kids can cross safely too. Still, watch your step as there are some gaps."
  • Yatsugatake Kogen Ohashi Bridge
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    Takanecho, Hokutoichi Yamanashi prefecture
    This 490 meter-long, 100 meter-tall yellow bridge over the Kawamata River Valley is well known as a scenic spot. From the bridge, you can enjoy views of Mt. Fuji, Mt. Yatsugatake, Mt. Kaikomagatake, and the three peaks of Mt. Ho-o. The area is home to many varieties of deciduous tree, including Japanese larch, Japanese white birch, and Japanese maple. From late October to early November, their leaves turn to red and yellow.
  • Kinuura Bridge
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    Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, Takahama City
    This highway bridge is located along National Route 247, in Aomi-cho, Takahama City. The bridge was opened in 1956, and at the time of its opening was known as the bridge of dreams and also as the longest bridge in the Orient. The surrounding area is well-known as a fishing spot where goby and other fish can be caught.
  • Shianbashi
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    Nagasaki Nagasaki-shi
    The bridge is located near the Shikanbashi stop, on the north side of the former Maruyama Amusement Center, and was so called because people used to hesitate whether or not to cross the bridge to go to the Hanamachi (flower district).
  • Kurima Bridge
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    Okinawa Miyakojima-shi Shimoji
    This bridge connects the southwestern part of Miyako Island to the southeastern part of Kurima Island. The 1,690-meter-long bridge, which opened in 1995, is one of largest bridges ever built in Japan for the purpose of carrying a farm road. The bridge is open to pedestrians in addition to automobile traffic. The clear water below the bridge shifts across a spectrum of colors ranging from deep blue to emerald green throughout the day as the angle at which the sunlight strikes the water changes. In addition to a walkway, the bridge also features an observation area equipped with stools.
  • Kasado Ohashi Bridge
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    Yamaguchi ken Shimomatsu city nostril
    This bridge over Kasado Bay in Kudamatsu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, connects Kudamatsu City and Kasado Island. This beautiful red truss bridge was completed in 1970 and is a symbol of Kudamatsu City. Kasado Island is said to be where Kojiro SASAKI stopped on his way to Kyushu while following Musashi MIYAMOTO.
  • Mihama Bridge
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    Chiba Pref. Chibashi Mihama-ku Utase 3
    This road bridge spans the mouth of the Hanami River, and you can see the scenery of the Makuhari Shintoshin (New Downtown) area, including Tokyo Bay, Makuhari Messe and Chiba Marine Stadium. Connecting the beaches of Makuhari and Kemigawa, it is a spot where you can enjoy the Chiba City townscape and the night-view towards Tokyo in the distance.
  • Roppouzawa Bridge
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    Tochigi Pref. Nikkoushi Seno
    This is a 320- meter -long bridge located roughly midway along Kirifuri Kogen Highway that spans Roppouzawa. It is an inverted rose type arch bridge located at a height of 1,434 meters. You can command a view of the Kuriyama Dam and Mt. Tsukuba from the bridge, and you can also enjoy the fresh greenery in spring and the autumnal colors in autumn. There is a car park maintained before and after the bridge so it is convenient to walk there from the carpark.
  • Ote Ohashi Bridge
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    Nigata Pref. Nagaokashi Okamuramachi Nagaoka-shi Shinano 2 (Right bank) Nagaoka-shi Kusatsuzu-cho (left bank)
    This bridge spans the Shinano River flowing through Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture. Intersecting with Nagaoka City's main street, it gets pretty busy. Originally it had two lanes when it opened in 1985, but it was upgraded to four lanes in 2010 to cope with the increase in traffic volume. It's a great spot to view the Nagaoka Fireworks when vehicles are banned and it's transformed into a pedestrian thoroughfare. During the climax of the event, cascading Niagara fireworks are launched from below the bridge.
  • Blue Wing Moji
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    Fukuoka Pref. Kitakyushushimojiku Higashiminatomachi
    A 108-meter long drawbridge located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Famously known as one of Japan's largest pedestrian bridges, it allows those crossing its length to enjoy views of the Kanmon Straits and the majestic Kanmon Bridge. Also a recognized sweetheart's spot, the bridge is visited by couples, locals, and tourists of all kinds.
  • Megami Bridge
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    Nagasaki Pref. Nagasakishi Nishidomarimachi -Tomachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture
    This bridge is along the Nagasaki Megami Ohashi Road in Nagasaki City. The sixth-longest cable-stayed bridge in Japan, it was built to alleviate traffic congestion by connecting the southern part of the city with the western part at the shortest distance. It is beautifully lit up at night, and was chosen as a Japan Night View Heritage.
  • Ikitsuki Ohashi Bridge
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    Nagasaki Pref. Hiradoshi Iketsu-cho
    This 960-meter bridge runs along Prefectural Route 42 that links Hirado Island and Ikitsuki Island to its northwest. Opened in 1991, it can now be used for free. There is a park at the foot of the bridge on the Ikitsuki Island side, and besides Roadside Station Ikitsuki Ohashi, there is also the adjacent Hirado City Ikitsuki-cho Municipal Museum Shima no Yakata.
  • Marusuzu Bridge
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    Kumamoto Pref. Asogunminamiogunimachi Manganji
    A bridge located in Minamioguni Town, Aso County, Kumamoto Prefecture. Spanning the Kurokawa Onsen hot spring district, during the Yuakari event each year in winter, carved bamboo tubes lit from within and bamboo work lights are placed around the bridge. Many tourists come during the event to enjoy the magical sight of the lights reflecting off the river surface.
  • Tennozu Isle Fureai Bridge
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    Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Tennozu Isle Fureai Bridge is a pedestrians-only bridge linking Tennozu Isle with Konan Park. The Bridge, which opened in 1996, has been used as a filming location for many TV drama series, TV commercials, and movies. At night, the Bridge is illuminated, and the combination of the Bridge and the buildings on Tennozu Isle makes for a spectacular nightscape. Tennozu Isle Fureai Bridge was built using the pin-connected truss construction technique, which is rarely used nowadays, giving the Bridge a distinctly “retro” feel.

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