無想吊橋, Suspension bridge in Kawane, Japan
The Musou suspension bridge spans 400 meters across a deep valley about 80 meters above the Sakarigawa River in Shizuoka Prefecture. Its walking surface consists of two thin wooden planks supported by steel cables.
During the 1960s and 1970s, forestry workers used this bridge daily to reach timber harvesting operations and the Chizu Forest Railway. It was built out of practical necessity for regional logging activity.
The name 'Musou' means 'non-thinking' and reflects the mental state needed to cross this narrow walkway suspended above a gorge. Visitors experience a direct connection between physical challenge and present awareness.
Reaching the bridge requires following a challenging mountain path from Hinata Forest Road with careful navigation through steep terrain. Visitors should have solid footing and wear appropriate footwear for the conditions.
The steel cables supporting the bridge show a noticeable tilt toward the left side, adding to the psychological challenge of crossing. This subtle asymmetrical feature often surprises visitors as they approach the walkway.
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