Landmark
Kintai Bridge
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Kintai Bridge is a celebrated wooden arch bridge crossing the Nishiki River in Iwakuni. Its five graceful arches, built without nails, create a distinctive silhouette against the river and mountains. Visitors can walk across the bridge, enjoying views of the river and cherry blossoms in spring. The bridge is a symbol of Iwakuni and a masterpiece of Edo-period engineering, reconstructed after floods to maintain its historic appearance.
Don't miss
- Walk across the five wooden arches for close-up views of the craftsmanship
- Photograph the bridge from the riverbank, especially during cherry blossom season
- Visit the nearby Kikko Park for a full view of the bridge and castle
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kintai Bridge
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inErawan Waterfalls and Bridge Over River Kwai Tour from Bangkok4.4★ · 435 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$56 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexiblePrivate Tour : Erawan Waterfall and Bridge over the River Kwai5★ · 30 travelers10–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$161 per personSee dates →More attractions in Iwakuni