NIHONBASHI (BRIDGE)

Constructed in roughly 1603, Nihonbashi literally means Japan (Nihon) Bridge (bashi). During the Edo period (1603-1868) when Tokyo was still called Edo and acted as the center point and place of power, it was said that all roads came from Edo (literally as the Gokaido highway system started in edo and branched out throughout Japan). The town of Nihonbashi acted as the starting point, and the zero marker was the bridge itself. The current twin arch, stone bridge was constructed in 1911, as the original was a wooden one that had sustained much damage from earthquakes and fires. This bridge is an important cultural property of Japan. Start your exploration of Nihonbashi here!

Photo Credit: Japan Guide

Address: Japan, 〒103-0022 Tokyo, Chuo City, １ 日本橋

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How to get there: A 1 minute walk from Nihonbashi Station, Exit B12 on the Ginza Line.