Midori Bridge, Road bridge in Ashikaga, Japan
Midori Bridge spans the Watarase River in Ashikaga, connecting prefectural roads across Tochigi Prefecture. The structure carries multiple road routes that handle daily traffic through the region.
The bridge opened in 2012 and marked a turning point in Ashikaga's modern infrastructure development. It was built to improve regional transportation connections between different prefectures.
The bridge's name, Midori, meaning green in Japanese, reflects the connection between infrastructure and natural elements in Japanese architectural planning.
The bridge carries multiple prefectural roads, so traffic is heavy during rush hours and daily commutes. Pedestrians can cross it and enjoy views of the Watarase River along the way.
Located downstream from the Watarase Bridge, this structure integrates multiple prefectural roads at coordinates 36.331707 latitude and 139.434713 longitude.
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