Momosuke Bridge, Wooden suspension bridge in Nagiso, Japan
Momosuke Bridge is a wooden suspension bridge spanning 247 meters across the Kiso River, combining wooden planks with steel cables and stone foundations at each end. The construction shows a blend of traditional materials and early engineering techniques common to structures from this era.
The structure was built in 1922 to transport materials for a hydroelectric power plant and served communities as a vital connection route. After a temporary closure in 1978, it was later restored to preserve its historical form.
The bridge is recognized as an Important Cultural Property of Japan since 1994 and represents how communities depended on such structures for connection during regional development. The craftsmanship in the wooden construction and the way the structure sits within the natural landscape of the Kiso gorge are visible to visitors today.
The bridge is accessible on foot, with a short walk of about 10 minutes from JR Nagiso Station leading directly to the structure. Several viewpoints along National Route 19 allow visitors to observe the structure and the surrounding landscape from different angles.
The central section of the bridge displays original railway tracks once used to transport construction materials via small trolley cars. These tracks remain partially visible today and show how the bridge functioned during its operational period.
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