Iwakuni’s Kintai Bridge: A Must-See Day Trip #shorts #Japan #iwakuni #hiroshima #travelblog

Iwakuni’s Kintai Bridge: A Must-See Day Trip #shorts #Japan #iwakuni #hiroshima #travelblog

After the Mitaki Dera Temple tour, we set the GPS for the city of Iwauni, hoping the driving directions would be easy to follow. It is approximately 42 kilometers southwest of Hiroshima and takes about 1 hour by car. It is most famous for its stunning Kintai Bridge, a magnificent fivearch wooden structure that spans the Nishiki River. The wooden boats you see on the Nishiki River are part of a traditional local experience, offering scenic cruises and a view of the Kentai Bridge from the river. They are particularly popular during the cherry blossom season when the cherry trees along the river banks would be in full bloom. The Kintai Bridge has a remarkable history of resilience against natural forces. First constructed in 1673 after many previous bridges were destroyed by floods, its unique five arch wooden design proved effective for centuries. It famously stood for an incredible 276 years through countless floods thanks to a system of periodic rebuilding. The bridge was finally destroyed by a typhoon in 1950 after decades of neglect. But the local town’s people quickly rebuilt it to its exact original design, especially how the bridge rests on a series of stone peers. The reconstruction was completed in 1953 and thus preserving the magnificent bridge we see today. [Music] [Music] [Music]

Embark on an easy day trip from Hiroshima to Iwakuni, a scenic city famous for its stunning Kintai Bridge.

Join us as we explore the profound history and stunning natural beauty of Southern Japan. In this episode of our Autumn in Japan series, we travel from Osaka to Hiroshima on the Nozomi bullet train.

Episode 4: Four Days in Hiroshima + Miyajima, Mitaki-dera and Iwakuni – • Autumn in Japan: Four Days in Hiroshima + …

Discover the powerful story of Hiroshima, the City of Peace, through a solemn visit to the Peace Memorial Museum and Atomic Bomb Dome. Experience the sacred tranquility of Miyajima Island as we see the iconic “Floating” Torii Gate and the majestic Itsukushima Shrine.

Our adventure continues with a scenic road trip to the base of Mount Mitaki, where we find the stunning autumn colours of Mitaki-dera Temple, and a journey to Iwakuni to walk across the historic, five-arched Kintai Bridge. We’ll also share our first experiences driving in Japan and a taste of the famous Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki.

Don’t miss a single moment of our unforgettable journey—from moments of deep reflection to delicious local cuisine.

Autumn in Japan Series:
Episode 1: My Hokuriku Arch Pass Experience – • Autumn in Japan: My Hokuriku Arch Pass Exp…
Episode 2: Four Days in Kyoto – • Autumn in Japan: A Return to the Ancient C…
Episode 3: Autumn in Japan: Osaka, Nara, Himeji and Mount Shosha Engyo-ji Temple Complex – • Autumn in Japan: Osaka, Nara, Himeji and M…
Episode 4: Four Days in Hiroshima + Miyajima, Mitaki-dera and Iwakuni – • Autumn in Japan: Four Days in Hiroshima + …

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