Jingu Bashi, Pedestrian bridge in Harajuku, Japan
Jingu Bashi is a pedestrian bridge in Harajuku that connects the train station to the entrance of Meiji Shrine. The reinforced concrete structure carries thousands of visitors daily between the station and this major shrine.
The original structure was built in 1920 and was among Japan's first reinforced concrete bridges. The current version was constructed in 1982 to replace the aging structure.
The bridge serves as a meeting place where fashion enthusiasts, cosplayers, and performers display various Japanese street styles. You see creative outfits and artistic expressions on display daily, with people stopping to photograph and share their looks.
You can access the bridge directly from Harajuku Station's east exit and should prepare for crowds. Weekends, especially afternoons, are extremely busy, making it harder to move across comfortably.
Until 1995 the surrounding area was closed to vehicle traffic on Sundays, creating a pedestrian zone that attracted street artists and musicians. This weekly closure made the location a notable hub for street art and unconventional culture in Tokyo.
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