Tsūjun Bridge
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I visited Tsujunkyo Bridge in early fall, and the energy was electric. It’s nothing short of spectacular. Crowds gather in anticipation to witness water shooting skyward from the stone arches, a dramatic and iconic scene that blends natural beauty with ingenious Edo-era engineering. It’s one of those rare sights that feels both ancient and alive. While viewing the bridge from below is free, if you want the full experience — to stand atop the bridge and see the water spray up close — you’ll need a ticket. 🎫 ¥500 for adults / ¥200 for children, available at the Roadside Station Tsujunbashi (Michi-no-Eki) right by the parking area. Upon purchase, you’ll receive a fabric sticker that grants access to walk across the bridge between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM (last entry at 2:30 PM). ⏳ Tickets are limited to 300 per day, so plan ahead!
Benz Hue
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It was built in 1850s, to pass valley and carries water to another plateau. Water should be flushed once a year in order to pour out sand and dust from waterway, but nowadays they flush every weekend and holidays for viewing, except spring-summer season (it is actually used so they need water to fill ricefield). There is a museum in the roadside rest area, and you can see replaced stone-made waterway. Though no English explanation, it is recommended to see and know the history, as the story is written in elementary school textbook among Japan.
T MIZ
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This is a terrific example of masonry and engineering. We came around 1pm and were able to see the excess water venting from the sides. I never knew such aqueducts were built in Japan. The facing stones fit together in flowing organic pattern. It looks like a fusion of the Roman arch and Japanese castle foundations
Nathan
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The extreme force of the water flowing out from both sides was stunning. It lasts long enough to view from above and below as well. You’ll get a little wet if you get too close underneath! This bridge definitely deserves more recognition.
Jesus Gonzalvez
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Picturesque aqueduct in the countryside. The water is only released for 15 minutes, so check the daily schedule on their website before going. The view from below is free, or you can pay 500 yen at the upper parking area to walk up top.
Matt Jaeger
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definitely a crowd pleaser and we were lucky just on time for a 1pm irrigation water falls. It was a happy moment for all the people there. Beautiful green yellow fields to walk around and shops to get local tea and groceries.
Yun
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Nagahara, 郡山都, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto 861-3661, Japan
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tsujunbridge.jp
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Tsūjun Bridge is an aqueduct in Yamato, Kumamoto, Japan. It is an arch bridge completed in 1854 and is 84.0m long. The arch spans 27.3m. It is the largest stone aqueduct in Japan. The Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs has designated the bridge an National Treasure.
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