Ichijō Ōhashi

Ichijō Ōhashi is a steel bridge in Sapporo that crosses a major traffic route, connecting residential neighborhoods with commercial areas. It features separate lanes for pedestrians and vehicles along with multiple access points throughout its span.

The bridge was built during Sapporo's infrastructure expansion period as the city grew rapidly. Its construction reflects the transformation of Sapporo from a frontier settlement into a major northern Japanese city.

The name Ichijō Ōhashi follows Japanese naming traditions where Ichijō refers to the first street and Ōhashi means large bridge. It serves as a familiar landmark that helps people navigate and understand the city's street layout.

The bridge is easy to reach on foot since it sits centrally in Sapporo's grid layout with clear pedestrian routes. Crossing is straightforward whether you are walking or driving through the area.

The bridge is part of Sapporo's distinctive grid street system, designed like a checkerboard, which makes navigation straightforward throughout the city. Many visitors overlook how this fundamental design shapes daily movement through town.

GPS coordinates: 43.06047,141.36822

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21