Chikugo River Lift Bridge

Spanning the mouth of the Chikugo River and boasting a total length of 507 meters, this is hailed as the best movable iron bridge in the East. Since the water level of the Chikugo River is significantly affected by the differences in the ebb and flow of the Ariake Sea, a movable type of bridge was adopted where the movable crossbeam of the bridge was only lowered to connect the railway lines when a train was passing through, allowing ships to go out and return at all other times. Although the train tracks have been in disuse since the Saga Line was abandoned in 1987, it was restored as promenade to serve as a symbol of the town in 1996. It is now Japan’s oldest bridge in operation and was designated a National Important Cultural Property in 2003.

Spot details

Address: Saga Pref. Sagashi Morodomichoutameshige Ishizuka Map
Area: Around Saga City Area
Phone: 0944879919
Hours: [Movable Hours] 9:00-16:30
Closed: Monday(The day following if it falls on a public holiday), New Year's holiday(12/29-1/3)
Fees: [Tour fee] Free
Parking Lot: Available(20spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: *Telephone will connect to the foundation office.
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available