Touring the Submergible Bridges of the Shimanto River
A driving tour of the submergible bridges spanning the Shimanto River, Japan's last pristine river. Savor the spectacular scenery of railingless bridges and crystal-clear waters.
The Shimanto River, flowing through Kōchi Prefecture, is known as 'Japan's last pristine river.' The river basin features 47 submergible bridges (railingless bridges) with a unique structure that allows them to submerge underwater during floods, preventing them from being swept away. A driving tour visiting the Sada Submergible Bridge and Iwama Submergible Bridge, among others, is a highlight of any Shikoku journey. The landscape created by the emerald-green waters, submergible bridges, and verdant mountains that surround them embodies Japan's primordial scenery and soothes the hearts of all who visit.
Access
20 minutes by car from JR Nakamura Station
Hours
散策自由
Budget
無料
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