名港三大橋, Steel bridge in Nagoya, Japan
The Meiko Triton Bridge crosses the bay at Nagoya through a series of tall concrete piers that support three parallel arches rising in gentle curves above the water. Each arch forms part of a continuous roadway structure that carries traffic between the port district and the industrial areas beyond.
The crossing opened in the late 1990s to handle growing traffic between the port industrial zones and the surrounding urban areas. Its construction coincided with a period of intense harbor expansion reflecting Nagoya's role as a center for car manufacturing.
The bridge functions as a contemporary symbol of Nagoya's industrial heritage, reflecting the city's transformation from a maritime hub into a modern metropolis.
The roadway runs on an elevated level across the bay with no direct pedestrian access onto the traffic lanes. Visitors wanting to see it can find several viewing spots along the coastal roads and from the harbor area that offer clear sight lines toward the triple arch structure.
The design features three separate arches running side by side that carry different traffic lanes allowing flows to be divided by direction and vehicle type. This arrangement lets heavy freight and passenger cars cross the water simultaneously without causing delays for either stream.
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