Hachiman Bridge (formerly Danjo Bridge)

Overview

Hachiman Bridge, designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan, is Tokyo's oldest iron bridge. Commissioned by the Tokyo Prefecture and built in 1878 (Meiji 11) at the Kobe Works of the Ministry of Engineering, it originally spanned a different location in Chuo-ku. Relocated to its present site next to Tomioka Hachiman Shrine after the Great Kanto Earthquake, it was renamed Hachiman Bridge. Although small, measuring only 15.2 meters long and 2 meters wide, it strongly retains the character of a Meiji-era bridge and is a precious relic of bridge construction history. Nearby Tomioka Hachiman Shrine is also recommended for historical sightseeing. Known as Fukagawa Hachiman Shrine in the Edo period, it served as the guardian shrine of the Fukagawa area, attracting many devotees. Its grounds contain various historical structures allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of the Edo period. Exploring Hachiman Bridge and Tomioka Hachiman Shrine offers a journey through history and culture.