Tenjin Bridge, Arch bridge in Kitahama-Higashi, Japan
Tenjin Bridge is an arch bridge spanning the Okawa River at the eastern end of Nakanoshima Island. It features three steel arches with concrete structures at both ends and connects different districts across the waterway.
The first structure was built in 1594 as one of the twelve public bridges of Osaka maintained by the shogunate. The bridge received its current form after being rebuilt in 1934.
The bridge takes its name from the nearby Tenjin Shrine, a place of local worship. Residents and visitors recognize it as one of the three main crossing points of Osaka and watch daily as people and vehicles traverse its path.
The bridge allows both pedestrians and vehicles to cross the river and move between different parts of the city. Early morning hours tend to have lighter traffic, making the crossing more pleasant.
During the Revolt of Oshio Heihachiro, the bridge was deliberately destroyed to prevent rebel forces from advancing through the city. This dramatic moment shows how crucial the crossing was as a control point in Osaka.
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