Bridge at the Japanese Tea Garden, Moon bridge in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, United States.
The wooden Drum Bridge forms a steep arch over a water feature, creating an architectural element that connects different sections of the Japanese Tea Garden.
Shinshichi Nakatani constructed this bridge in Japan during 1894, then dismantled and rebuilt it in San Francisco for the Midwinter Fair exhibition.
The bridge design reflects Japanese garden principles where the steep climb encourages visitors to slow their pace before participating in tea ceremonies.
Access to the bridge requires purchasing tickets through the San Francisco Botanical Gardens Society, with regular maintenance ensuring structural safety.
The bridge creates a complete circular shape when its reflection appears in still water below, representing the full moon in traditional garden design.
Location: San Francisco
GPS coordinates: 37.76914,-122.48373
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:01
Moon bridges form semicircles that reflect full circles in water. These structures originated in East Asia and combine function with design. The bridges stand in public gardens, botanical spaces and traditional landscapes from Japan to California.
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