Overview
Kinu Bridge is a road bridge spanning the Kinugawa River in Ishii-cho, Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture. Managed by the city of Utsunomiya, it was once part of National Route 123. Its charm lies in being a historic bridge still in active service more than 90 years after it was built.
Highlights
- ●The solid steel bridge structure
- ●Views of the Kinugawa River
- ●Its Civil Engineering Heritage history
- ●An active bridge over 90 years old
History
It was first built in 1915 (Taisho 4) as a wooden bridge using Akita cedar, then rebuilt as a steel bridge in 1931 (Showa 6). Still used as an active bridge as of 2021, it has been certified as a Selected Civil Engineering Heritage by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers.
Access
The bridge crosses the Kinugawa River in Ishii-cho, Utsunomiya. Head from central Utsunomiya toward the Kinugawa River. Please check maps and official information for the exact route.
Best season
A clear day when the river runs calm is ideal, letting you take in the solid structure of the steel bridge at leisure.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Set off from central Utsunomiya
- 2Head to Kinu Bridge along the river
- 3Gaze at the Kinugawa from the bridge
- 4Observe the steel structure and stroll the surroundings
Did you know?
💡 It is notable for having first been built as a wooden bridge of Akita cedar before later being remade in steel.
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