Kintaikyo (bridge)
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Flood-resistant Structure
The arches of Kintaikyo show a steep gradient. If you look up the bridge from underneath, you will see the unique structure built by the technique called Kumiki (the technique to combine timbers without nails) which is original to this bridge. Six kinds of timbers are joined together intricately. This technique made it possible to design this bridge to become stronger in spite of its weight and safe from the flooding river.
(Source: おでかけPHOTO日記)
Kintaikyo Painted in Ukiyo-e
Hiroshige Utagawa, the representative Ukiyo-e artist in Japan, painted the scenery with Kintaikyo in his work of “Rokujuyoshu Meisho Zue” painted during 1853 to 1856. It means that this bridge with sturdy rock piers and wooden arches has always been a symbol of Iwakuni.
(Source: 古文書館)
Illuminated Bridge at Night
Kintaikyo is illuminated at night for a certain period of time. The bridge illuminated in the darkness shows another face different from the bridge under the daylight. You can also see Iwakuni castle above the bridge, on the mountain. The scenery boasts the beauty of Iwakuni, the town that once flourished as a castle town.
(Source: Sean Pavone /shutterstock)
Kintaikyo and Cherry Blossoms: a Stunning Collaboration
Kintaikyo and neighboring Kikko Park are covered with about 3,000 cherry trees such as somei yoshino and yaezakura(double flowered cherry blossoms). The open space with grass is a great spot to enjoy cherry blossoms fully. Also, taking the pleasure boat “sakura-bune”(cherry blossoms boat) is another way to enjoy cherry blossoms.
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Kintaikyo Houseboat
Kintaikyo Houseboat is in operation on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays from the end of March to May, from the middle of September to November every year. It offers a peaceful time admiring Kintaikyo and the riverside scenery. Packed lunches and alcoholic drinks are available on the boat. (please confirm beforehand).
(Source: ミルココリン / PIXTA(ピクスタ) )
Iwakuni Castle
The castle stands on the mountain overlooking Kintaikyo is Iwakuni Castle. The present castle tower was restored in 1962, using the illustration stored in the castle as reference. Various swords and armor are exhibited inside the building where you can learn the history of Iwakuni. Kintaikyo can be seen from the tower castle.
(Source: 山口県photo素材集)
(Source: hide / PIXTA)
Flood-resistant Structure
The arches of Kintaikyo show a steep gradient. If you look up the bridge from underneath, you will see the unique structure built by the technique called Kumiki (the technique to combine timbers without nails) which is original to this bridge. Six kinds of timbers are joined together intricately. This technique made it possible to design this bridge to become stronger in spite of its weight and safe from the flooding river.
(Source: おでかけPHOTO日記)
Kintaikyo Painted in Ukiyo-e
Hiroshige Utagawa, the representative Ukiyo-e artist in Japan, painted the scenery with Kintaikyo in his work of “Rokujuyoshu Meisho Zue” painted during 1853 to 1856. It means that this bridge with sturdy rock piers and wooden arches has always been a symbol of Iwakuni.
(Source: 古文書館)
Illuminated Bridge at Night
Kintaikyo is illuminated at night for a certain period of time. The bridge illuminated in the darkness shows another face different from the bridge under the daylight. You can also see Iwakuni castle above the bridge, on the mountain. The scenery boasts the beauty of Iwakuni, the town that once flourished as a castle town.
(Source: Sean Pavone /shutterstock)
Kintaikyo and Cherry Blossoms: a Stunning Collaboration
Kintaikyo and neighboring Kikko Park are covered with about 3,000 cherry trees such as somei yoshino and yaezakura(double flowered cherry blossoms). The open space with grass is a great spot to enjoy cherry blossoms fully. Also, taking the pleasure boat “sakura-bune”(cherry blossoms boat) is another way to enjoy cherry blossoms.
(Source: s_fukumura / PIXTA)
Kintaikyo Houseboat
Kintaikyo Houseboat is in operation on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays from the end of March to May, from the middle of September to November every year. It offers a peaceful time admiring Kintaikyo and the riverside scenery. Packed lunches and alcoholic drinks are available on the boat. (please confirm beforehand).
(Source: ミルココリン / PIXTA(ピクスタ) )
Iwakuni Castle
The castle stands on the mountain overlooking Kintaikyo is Iwakuni Castle. The present castle tower was restored in 1962, using the illustration stored in the castle as reference. Various swords and armor are exhibited inside the building where you can learn the history of Iwakuni. Kintaikyo can be seen from the tower castle.
(Source: 山口県photo素材集)
