Kintaikyo Bridge

About

A historic wooden arch bridge with five spans

Why go

• It was so scenic!
• It had just stopped raining when we arrived early in the morning so everything looked so fresh and magical.

Must try

• Walk under the bridge onto the river bed
• Catch a cable car up the mountain to visit Iwakuni Castle
• Cross the Kintaikyo Bridge
• Explore Kikko Park
• Take the cable car to Iwakuni Castle

Pro tips

• Park at the ropeway as we purchased a ropeway, bridge and castle pass
• Travel 30 minutes on train from Hiroshima to Iwakuni
• Short bus ride from Iwakuni Station to the bridge
• Allow half day
• Rent a bike

Good to know

• Pay a small entrance fee in yen
• Be mindful on the days it rains so you won't slip
• Keep an eye out for pit vipers

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Rating

4.3 / 5 (18046 reviews)

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