Okutama bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Okutama, Japan.
The Okutama Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that spans across the reservoir with large steel cables running from a pylon to support the deck. It connects the two shorelines and forms a notable structure in the mountainous landscape of the region.
The bridge was built as part of Tokyo's infrastructure expansion to improve connections in the mountainous Okutama region and surrounding communities. Its construction marked an important step in connecting remote areas to the greater metropolitan area.
People gather here to enjoy views of the water and surrounding mountains, making it a meeting point for those passing through the region. The crossing has become part of the local routine, where residents travel daily while witnessing the landscape change with seasons.
The bridge is free to cross on foot or by vehicle, with convenient parking areas nearby for visitors. The walkway offers good vantage points for viewing the lake and surrounding landscape.
The lake below the bridge serves as a major water supply source for Tokyo's residents. This connection between a modern engineering structure and an essential water resource makes the crossing particularly significant for the region.
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