Minatomirai Bridge

The Minatomirai Bridge extends across Yokohama harbor with a double-deck structure, featuring an upper deck for expressway traffic and a lower deck for local roads.

The bridge construction commenced in June 1997 and reached completion in July 1997, marking a new era of infrastructure development in Yokohama's waterfront district.

The bridge represents a central element in the transformation of Yokohama's port area into the contemporary Minatomirai district, connecting residential and commercial zones.

The structure spans 983 meters in length with a 510-meter main span and maintains a clearance height of 51 meters to accommodate maritime traffic beneath.

Engineers incorporated specific structural elements into the bridge design to address the geological conditions of Yokohama's coastal environment.

Location: Yokohama

Inception: June 1997

Official opening: July 1997

GPS coordinates: 35.46528,139.62750

Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:28