Chusetsu Bridge

The Chusetsu Bridge spans 266 meters across the Nagara River with a distinctive balanced arch design made entirely of steel elements and measures 17.6 meters in width.

Built in 1948 after World War II, this structure replaced several wooden bridges dating back to 1884, marking Japan's first major steel bridge construction of the post-war period.

The bridge earned recognition as a Civil Engineering Heritage site in 2019, highlighting its structural importance in Japanese infrastructure development.

Located at the intersection of National Routes 157 and 303, the bridge serves as a primary connection point for vehicle and pedestrian traffic across the Nagara River.

The bridge features a rare structural design combining braced ribs with balanced arch construction, setting it apart from other Japanese bridges of its era.

GPS coordinates: 35.43056,136.75014

Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:22