轟橋, Stone arch bridge in Bungo-Ono, Japan.
Todoro Bridge is a stone arch structure spanning the Okutake River with two connected vaults. The crossing connects both riverbanks and allows passage for pedestrians and vehicles.
Built in 1934, this crossing was originally designed for timber transport from forest reserves. Rail-based vehicles carried wood from the slopes of Mount Kei through the valley.
The stone masonry techniques used in the bridge construction represent traditional Japanese engineering methods, with master craftsmen Yamashita Kahei and Kai Toshimitsu.
The crossing is accessible by car via Route 502 and local roads heading toward Takachiho. Access starts from Kiyokawa Station and takes only a short drive to reach.
The bridge stands 27 meters above the water, making it the highest stone bridge in Japan, with its main span of 32.1 meters being the longest among Japanese stone bridges.
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