Saikai Bridge Park

Overview

Saikai Bridge Park is a prefectural park established by Nagasaki Prefecture, straddling Sasebo City and Saikai City. It boasts a vast area of 370,000 square meters, stretching along both sides of the 1,068-meter-long Saikai Bridge. The park features a variety of facilities, including a sledding hill, an athletic field with wooden playground equipment, a lawn area, and an observation deck. In spring, the park is ablaze with cherry blossoms, creating a breathtaking contrast between the blossoms, the sea, and the swirling whirlpools. The Saikai Bridge, completed in 1955, was once the third longest fixed arch bridge in the world, hailed as the "best arch bridge in the Orient". Beneath the bridge lies the Hariō Seto strait, known for its strong currents and whirlpools. From Saikai Bridge Park, you can get an up-close view of these mesmerizing whirlpools. The park also offers panoramic views of the Saikai Bridge and surrounding scenery, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the magnificent nature. This park is perfect for families, couples, and friends alike. If you're visiting Sasebo City, be sure to visit Saikai Bridge Park.