Megane Bridge

this bridge was one of the old bridge built with stone. i thought this is a beautiful bridge with the view of the river. it was raining hard when we arrived here so no other people around. the bridge also named 'spectacles bridge' because of its shape

Meganebashi (Spectacles Bridge) is the oldest arch-shaped stone bridge in Japan and is designated as an Important Cultural Property. It was originally built in 1634 under the supervision of Mokusu Nyojo, a Chinese monk who later became the abbot of Kofuku-ji Temple. After being badly damaged by floodwaters in 1982, it was subsequently repaired with the original stones that had been recovered. The reflection of the double arches on the river surface creates an image resembling a pair of eyeglasses, which is how it got its name. The best vantage point to capture an iconic shot is from one of the other bridges nearby.

Built in 1634, this is the oldest stone-arch bridge in Japan. Its name means '"spectacles" or "glasses" in Japanese , and got its name from the reflection of its two arches on the river. Quite beautiful in design on its own, but the river and the nearby bridges are lovely. Well worth a visit.

it is good to walk along the river and watch the fish, they are large KOI in the river!!!! the bridge is old and the best spot is standing on the stone path in the river, so instagramatic

Kinda not sure why the bridge is such a famous place to visit… I think it looks fine and if you have the time, feel free to pay a visit; if not, that’s no big deal 🤣