Yume-no-Tsuribashi, Suspension bridge in Kawanehon, Japan.
Yume-no-Tsuribashi is a suspension bridge for pedestrians and cyclists that spans Oma Dam Lake in the town of Kawanehon, Shizuoka Prefecture. The narrow walkway hangs from steel cables anchored on both valley slopes and sits close to the water surface below.
The bridge was built to reconnect mountain villages that were cut off from each other after the construction of Oma Dam flooded the valley floor. Over time it shifted from a local crossing to a destination that draws visitors from well beyond the surrounding area.
The name translates to Dream Suspension Bridge, a poetic choice typical of how places are named in Japan. Walking across, visitors pass just above the water surface of the lake, close enough to feel the movement of the structure beneath their feet.
The walk from the nearest parking area to the bridge takes about 30 minutes along a mountain forest trail, so sturdy footwear is a good idea. On weekends and during autumn, the bridge can get busy and a limited number of people are allowed on it at one time, so some waiting is possible.
After crossing to the far bank, visitors must climb a steep staircase and then cross a second bridge called Hiryu-Bashi before returning to the start. This means the two directions offer completely different experiences, which most people do not realize until they are already on their way back.
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