Sarubashi Bridge, one of the three strangest bridges in Japan

  • Yamanashi
  • Experience Gifu
Photo courtesy of Otsuki City Tourism Association

A bridge over the ravine of Katsura River

The "Monkey Bridge" in Otsuki City spans the ravine of the Katsura River, and is supported by four layers of spring towers protruding from both banks of the river without piers.
It is depicted in the famous ukiyoe woodblock print "Koyo Sarubashi no Zu" by Hiroshige Utagawa, and the unusual bridge structure is said to have been inspired by the sight of monkeys crossing the deep ravine to the opposite bank in a row like a bow.
During the autumn foliage season, maple trees, maple trees, and ginkgo trees change color, and from the bridge you can enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful autumn view.
The spot is easy to reach by train, so be sure to visit one of the three strangest bridges in Japan!
Katsura River valley (1)
Katsura River Valley➁
Otsuki City Tourism Association
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