Kōrai Bridge, Arch bridge in Osaka, Japan
Description
Kōrai Bridge crosses the Higashi-Yokoborigawa River using concrete arches and features decorative railings with traditional ornamental details. The structure links two districts and shapes the urban landscape of Osaka through its distinctive design elements.
History
The present bridge was built in 1929, replacing an earlier iron bridge from 1870 whose materials came from England. This transition shows Japan's rapid modernization during the early industrial period.
Culture
The name reflects ancient diplomatic connections with Korea, as this location once welcomed Korean envoys during feudal times. The area still carries traces of this historical exchange in its layout and character.
Practical
The bridge sits four minutes on foot from Kitahama Station via exit 30 and is easy to access on foot. It connects the banking district with the commercial heart of the city.
Did you know?
The bridge served as the starting point for calculating distances across western Japan during the Meiji period, marked by a milestone. This detail shows how central this location was to early modern surveying efforts.
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