Tatara Bridge

Tatara Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Seto Inland Sea with two distinctive inverted Y-shaped towers and a total length of about 1,480 meters. It has multiple lanes for vehicles as well as separate paths for pedestrians and cyclists.

Construction began in 1989 and engineers chose a cable-stayed design instead of the original suspension structure to minimize environmental impact. The project aimed to improve connections between Onomichi and Imabari across the inland sea.

The bridge links two regions and serves as part of a vital transportation corridor that connects communities separated by water. This crossing has changed how people move between islands in their daily lives.

You can drive across the bridge to enjoy views from above or use the separate pedestrian and cycling paths for a slower experience. Walking or cycling offers a closer perspective on the structure and surrounding seascape.

The inverted Y-shaped towers feature a diamond-pattern design that serves both structural purposes and makes the bridge instantly recognizable from far away. This silhouette is truly distinct when viewed from the water or at a distance.

Location: Onomichi

Location: Imabari

Inception: May 1, 1999

Official opening: May 1, 1999

Height: 226 m

Length: 1,480 m

Longest Span: 890 m

Width: 26 m

Website: https://jb-honshi.co.jp/english/corp_index/technology/introduction/introduction_tatara.html

GPS coordinates: 34.25944,133.06417

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29