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Kintai Bridge
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Kintai Bridge

Getting around: From Hiroshima, take a JR train to Iwakuni Station (about 45 minutes), then a short bus or taxi ride to the bridge.
Hours: Accessible during daylight hours; a toll applies to cross the bridge itself, typically collected 8am-6pm or similar.

Kintai Bridge is a distinctive five-arched wooden bridge spanning the Nishiki River, originally built in 1673 and rebuilt several times since after flood damage, most recently in the 1950s using traditional joinery methods without nails. Its steeply arched wooden spans make it one of Japan's most recognizable historic bridges.

The area around the bridge includes parks, cherry trees, and the ropeway up to Iwakuni Castle, making it a pleasant riverside stop, especially in cherry blossom season.

Kintai Bridge FAQs

Do I have to pay to cross the bridge?

Yes, a small toll is charged to walk across.

Is the bridge original?

No, it has been rebuilt multiple times after flood damage, most recently in the 1950s, though it uses traditional wooden joinery techniques.

Can I combine this with Iwakuni Castle?

Yes, a ropeway near the bridge takes you up to the castle for a combined visit.

How far is it from Hiroshima?

About 45 minutes by JR train to Iwakuni Station, then a short bus or taxi ride.

Is it good for cherry blossoms?

Yes, the riverside park around the bridge is a popular hanami spot in spring.

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