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Togetsukyō Bridge

landmark

Togetsukyō Bridge

渡月橋

4.4Est. 90Kyoto, Kansai

Overview

Iconic wooden bridge spanning Katsura River in Arashiyama, framing western Kyoto hills in all four seasons.

Togetsukyo is a 155-meter bridge built across the Katsura River, which flows leisurely through Saga Arashiyama, a well-known place of scenic beauty in the western hills of Kyoto. The artistic form of the bridge embodies the aesthetic sense that is at the heart of the Japan artistic tradition.

Practical info

Japanese name
渡月橋
Nearest station
Arashiyama Station (2 min walk)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair entrance
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