Enoshima Benten Bridge — Local services in Fujisawa

If you’re heading to Enoshima Island, this bridge is your ceremonial rite of passage. It’s long, straight & has no shade...basically the treadmill of bridges, but at least you’re rewarded with ocean views & a cool sea breeze. Pro tip: bring water. Trust me. Halfway across, I started bargaining with the clouds for mercy.

Dropped off by the charming Enoden railcar (cutest train line ever), the walk to the island is actually part of the fun. On one side, blue skies & dramatic clouds; on the other, a lighthouse-topped island that looks like it belongs in a Studio Ghibli movie. The bridge builds the anticipation: you can almost hear it whisper, “Adventure (and uphill climbs with shops selling octopus crackers) awaits.”

All in all, this bridge isn’t just infrastructure...it’s a pilgrimage runway. Just hydrate first, or risk arriving on Enoshima already looking like a defeated...

I crossed the Enoshima Benten Bridge on foot, which was a very pleasant experience. Approaching the island by walking allowed me to gradually take in its beauty from afar. Spanning over 389 meters, the bridge offered stunning views of Sagami Bay and the surrounding coastline. As I walked, I could see the island's landscape unfolding, with its lush greenery and iconic landmarks gradually coming into view.

The gentle sea breeze and the sound of the waves below added to the serene atmosphere, making the walk truly enjoyable. I even paused for a moment to take in the view and snap a few photos. The bridge is also a popular spot for watching sunsets, so I made sure to time my visit to catch the beautiful colors of the sky reflecting...

本土と江ノ島を結ぶ橋で、歩行者専用の橋である（自転車や軽車両を除く車両は、並走する『江ノ島大橋』を利用する必要がある）。 江ノ島大橋の西側に架けられた橋であるため、特に夕焼けの時間帯は（特に西側の）景色を遮るものが全くなく、絶好の夕日の眺望スポットとなる。歩道自体は広めに設定されているものの、夕焼けの景色を見るための大勢の観光客が訪れると途端に道が詰まるので、譲り合いながら夕焼けの景色を臨むといいだろう。 一方で、遮るものが無いため、日中を通して風が強く、帽子などが飛ばされることがよくある。加えてトンビがよく飛翔しており、食べ歩きをしている最中に油断すると食べ物をトンビに掻っ攫われる場合があることに注意が必要である。

It connects the mainland and Enoshima Island and is a pedestrian-only bridge (bicycles and vehicles other than light vehicles must use the parallel "Enoshima Ohashi Bridge"). Because the bridge is located on the west side of the Enoshima Ohashi Bridge, it provides an unobstructed view of the west side, especially during sunset, and is an excellent spot for viewing the sunset. Although the sidewalk itself is wide, the path becomes clogged when many tourists arrive to view the sunset, so it is best to share the view of the sunset with other visitors. On the other hand, because there are no obstructions, the wind is strong throughout the day, and hats and other items are often blown off. In addition, dragonflies often fly over the area, and if you are not careful while walking and eating, you may have your food...