打越橋, Steel bridge in Yokohama, Japan.
Uchikoshi Bridge is a steel bridge in central Yokohama, Japan, painted red and open to both pedestrians and vehicles. It spans a canal and connects two sides of a residential neighborhood.
The bridge was built in 1928 as part of the reconstruction that followed the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. It was designed to serve as an evacuation route, reflecting the city's effort to rebuild with safety in mind.
The Uchikoshi Bridge stands out for its red paint, which makes it instantly recognizable among the city's other crossings. It sits in a residential area surrounded by schools, and people use it every day as a normal part of their commute.
The bridge is easy to reach on foot from nearby subway and train stations. Visiting during the day gives the best view of the red structure against the surrounding neighborhood.
In 1990 the bridge was included in a selection of 100 notable bridges in Kanagawa Prefecture, and in 2003 it received official designation as a Yokohama City Historic Building. Few bridges in the region hold both recognitions at the same time.
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