Okamura Bridge, Nielsen-Lohse bridge between Nakanoshima and Okamurajima, Japan
Okamura Bridge is a crossing that connects Nakanoshima and Okamurajima at the boundary between Hiroshima and Ehime prefectures. It spans across the Setouchi waters and provides both a vehicle roadway and a pedestrian footpath for crossing.
This bridge established the first permanent crossing between Hiroshima and Ehime prefectures when it was built. It became a landmark moment for connecting previously separated island communities with stable infrastructure.
The bridge sits within mandarin orange groves that shift with the seasons, giving visitors a sense of the agricultural traditions that shape island life. These farms reflect how farming communities have long depended on the land and seasonal rhythms.
The bridge is best reached by taking a boat from the mainland and then walking from a nearby community. Wear comfortable shoes since you will need to walk partway to reach the bridge.
Walking across this bridge means crossing from one prefecture into another without a visible checkpoint or barrier. The boundary between the two regions is marked but easy to overlook unless you know where to look.
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