Nobi Bridge

The Nobi Bridge is a steel crossing over the Kiso River that joins Ichinomiya City in Aichi Prefecture with Hashima City in Gifu Prefecture. The structure contains two traffic lanes for vehicles and a separate pedestrian pathway for walkers.

Planning for this crossing started in the late 1990s to address traffic problems between the two regions. Construction took place in the 2010s and created a new river passage for regional transport.

The bridge serves as a connecting point for local festivals and community events, linking the distinct cultural traditions of both Aichi and Gifu regions.

The crossing permits passage for both pedestrians and vehicles with standard driving conditions for regional transport. Visitors can walk across to experience the connection between the two prefectures or simply traverse it as part of travel between the areas.

The bridge was built using advanced engineering where pneumatic caissons were sunk to stabilize the foundations within the river. This construction method remains relatively uncommon in modern infrastructure projects.