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  • Sanjo-ohashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Nakagyou-ku Nakajimachou Ohashi Town Higashiyama ku
    This bridge is in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City. It was the westernmost of the 53 stages of the Tokaido Highway, one of the Gokaido, or five main roads during the Edo period. Today the bridge is made of concrete and consists of two traffic lanes and a sidewalk. Beside the bridge there are statues of Yajirobei and Kitahachi, the main characters from Tokaidochu Hizakurige (Sahnk's Mare). There's also an ekiden monument marking the spot that was the start of Japan's first ekiden relay walking race.
    Sanjo-ohashi Bridge image
  • Uji Bridge
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    Kyoto Ujishi Uji
    This bridge is located in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. Built during the Asuka period, it is said to be Japan's oldest bridge, and is counted along with Shiga Prefecture's Seta no Karahashi Bridge and Yamazaki Bridge in the town of Oyamazaki in Otokuni District as one of the three oldest bridges in Japan. The current bridge was replaced in 1996, and is 155.4 meters in length and 25 meters wide. In addition, since it makes an appearance in the Tale of Genji, there is a statue of Murasaki Shikibu nearby.
    Uji Bridge image
  • Shijo-ohashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Nakagyou-ku Kashiwayachou Saito-machi, Shimogyo-ku, Kawabata-cho, Higashiyama Ward
    This bridge runs between Nakagyo Ward and Shimogyo Ward in Kyoto City. Since it connects two parts of downtown Kyoto, it gets a lot of traffic. Originally built in 1142, it was constructed in its current steel girder form in 1942. Eastbound there are three lanes including a right-turn lane, and westbound there are two lanes. The sidewalk is wider than those of other nearby roads.
    Shijo-ohashi Bridge image
  • Ichijo Modori-bashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Kamigyo-ku Horikawashimonocho
    Ichijo Modori-bashi Bridge image
  • Gojo Ohashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Sujakuchou - Nishigahara-machi, Shimogyo-ku
    This bridge crosses the Kamogawa River at Gojo-dori Street in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. It's famous for being the place where the Heian period legend of theencounter between Ushiwakamaru and Benkei was said to have happened. Many tourists visit to see the stone statue of the encounter in a style where the protagonists are characterized like Kyoto dolls.
    Gojo Ohashi Bridge image
  • Kozuya Bridge (Nagare Bridge)
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    Kyoto Yawatashi Kouduya Miyamaekawabata
    Built in 1953 (Showa 28), the Nagarekibashi is one of the longest wooden bridges in Japan, measuring 356.5 m. Its official name is Kamitsuya Bridge, and it is characterized by its design that allows it to be washed away even when water levels rise due to typhoons or heavy rain. This simple structure is reminiscent of the original Japanese landscape and has been the filming location for many movies and period dramas.
    Kozuya Bridge (Nagare Bridge) image
  • Asagiri Bridge
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    Kyoto Ujishi Uji
    This vermillion-colored bridge that spans the Uji River is located in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. 74 meter in length, it connects Uji Shrine and Tachibana Island. You can enjoy the different scenery of every season together with the Kyoto-like atmosphere. In addition, famous as a place connected to the Tale of Genji, it is visited by many tourists from both Japan and abroad.
    Asagiri Bridge image
  • Nagare Bridge
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    Kyoto Yawata-shi Kozuya Miya-mae Kawabata
  • Hanajiri Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Sakyo-ku
  • Dodani Bridge
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    Kyoto Yosa-gun Yosanocho
  • Matsugasaki Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Sakyo-ku
  • Toufukujiengetukyou
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    Kyoto Kyoutoshi Higashiyama-ku Honmachi 15-778 Tofukuji within
  • Izumi Ohashi
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    Kyoto Kizugawa-shi Yamashirocho
  • Hazukashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kyoto-shi Fushimi-ku Hazukashikamogawacho
  • Yamashiro Ohashi
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    Kyoto Kyotanabe-shi
  • Tamamizu Hashi
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    Kyoto Tsuzuki-gun Idecho Ide
  • Hiraki Hashi
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    Kyoto Kizugawa-shi Yamashirocho Hira Obari Ki
  • Kuni Ohashi Bridge
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    Kyoto Kizugawa-shi
  • Nakiri Hashi
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    Kyoto Kizugawa-shi
  • Miyukibashi
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    Kyoto Yawata-shi
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Around Gion Around Kiyomizu-Dera Temple Around Okazaki Around Ginkaku-Ji Temple Ichijo-ji Temple / Shugakuin Around Fushimi Inari Around Kyoto Station City Center Around Kyoto Imperial Palace Around Nishijin Around Kamigamo Around Kinkaku-Ji Temple Uzumasa / Hanazono Arashiyama / Sagano / Takao Around Mt. Hiei Ohara / Kurama / Kifune Katsura / Nishiyama Yamashina / Daigo Around Fushimi Around Uji Joyo / Yawata Kyotanabe / Kizugawa Kameoka / Nantan Maizuru / Miyazu
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Its wooden tea houses, shuffling geisha, and spiritual sights have seen Kyoto hailed as the heart of traditional Japan, a world apart from ultramodern Tokyo. Despite being the Japanese capital for over a century, Kyoto escaped destruction during World War II, leaving behind a fascinating history which can be felt at every turn, from the fully gold-plated Kinkakuji Temple down to traditional customs such as geisha performances and tea ceremonies, which are still practiced to this day.

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