Kanmon Bridge
Kanmon Bridge
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tadJapan
Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan3,956 contributions
Apr 2020
下関側から見た関門橋。唐戸市場のあたりから撮影した。以下は、かつて英文で書いた紹介だが、修正して引用したい。Covid-19が収束したら、海外からも戻ってきてほしい。
The Bridge is at the narrowest spot in the Kanmon Straits between Shimonoseki, Honshu and Moji, Kyushu, where there were two historical battles.
The first one was fought between Genji-clan and Heike-clan in 1185. Emperor Antoku passed away here in the Strait and Genji started the Samurai period in Kamakura.
The second one may be called Shimonoseki Campaign (Shimonoseki War), when Choshu-clan( in Yamaguchi Prefecture) was defeated by the fleet made of the 4 countries- the British Empire, USA, France and the Netherlands in 1864.
Shinsaku Takasugi who was a kind of representative of the Choshu side started to topple down the Samurai system. The first place of the movement started in Kozanji temple(national treasure temple) in Chofu, Shimonoseki, a few months later after the defeat in 1864. The armies led by Shinsaku Takasugi defeated the Samurais which were more than 10 times in size and scale. This became the substantial start to establish the Meiji Restoration in 1868.
The Bridge is at the narrowest spot in the Kanmon Straits between Shimonoseki, Honshu and Moji, Kyushu, where there were two historical battles.
The first one was fought between Genji-clan and Heike-clan in 1185. Emperor Antoku passed away here in the Strait and Genji started the Samurai period in Kamakura.
The second one may be called Shimonoseki Campaign (Shimonoseki War), when Choshu-clan( in Yamaguchi Prefecture) was defeated by the fleet made of the 4 countries- the British Empire, USA, France and the Netherlands in 1864.
Shinsaku Takasugi who was a kind of representative of the Choshu side started to topple down the Samurai system. The first place of the movement started in Kozanji temple(national treasure temple) in Chofu, Shimonoseki, a few months later after the defeat in 1864. The armies led by Shinsaku Takasugi defeated the Samurais which were more than 10 times in size and scale. This became the substantial start to establish the Meiji Restoration in 1868.
Written December 17, 2020
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tes108
Newcastle, Australia735 contributions
Feb 2020
This magnificent bridge spans a busy and rough sea passage. Visible from along the waterfront in Shimonoseki but is worth driving across too.
Written February 16, 2020
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Peter R.
Ulsan, South Korea1,421 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
You can quite easily spend a full and interesting day exploring the many and varying charms of Mojiko Retro Town, but if you have the time (and the energy!) try walking from the JR Mojiko Railway Station to the JR Shimonoseki Railway Station on the other side of the Kanmon Straits, crossing the Straits in the process!
I spent about 5-hrs and clocked 12km on this "hike" but time and distance would vary depending on the various attractions that you take in on the way. Initially you can head eastwards from Mojiko Station towards the Kanmon Bridge by walking parallel to the tracks of the retro train "Shiokaze-go". Before Norfolk Square Station you can detour slightly to take in the quiet and peaceful Koso Hachiman Shrine.
Immediately after Norfolk Square Station the track disappears into a long tunnel through the hillside so follow the Mekari Tide Viewing Promenade which leads under the Kanmon Bridge itself to the picturesque Mekari Shrine.
You cannot walk across the Kanmon Bridge itself as there is no pedestrian access, but deep beneath the Kanmon Strait at this point lies a long 3.5km road tunnel connecting the islands of Kyushu and Honshu and pedestrians can use a Service tunnel which runs immediately beneath the road tunnel to cross the Strait. Access to the pedestrian tunnel is gained by elevators housed in a building adjacent to the Bridge itself.
Having traversed the c.800m Kanmon undersea tunnel, one reappears into daylight on the Shimonoseki side close to a park (Mimosusogawa Park) which commemorates a naval battle in 1864. A brisk walk back to Shimonoseki and you can take in the bright and photogenic Akama Shrine, the Shimonoseki Former British Consulate and the Kaikyo Yume Tower before arriving at the JR Shimonoseki Railway Station.
Throughout this long and interesting "hike", you never lose sight of the Kanmon Bridge; a landmark equally visible on both sides of the Kanmon Strait.
I spent about 5-hrs and clocked 12km on this "hike" but time and distance would vary depending on the various attractions that you take in on the way. Initially you can head eastwards from Mojiko Station towards the Kanmon Bridge by walking parallel to the tracks of the retro train "Shiokaze-go". Before Norfolk Square Station you can detour slightly to take in the quiet and peaceful Koso Hachiman Shrine.
Immediately after Norfolk Square Station the track disappears into a long tunnel through the hillside so follow the Mekari Tide Viewing Promenade which leads under the Kanmon Bridge itself to the picturesque Mekari Shrine.
You cannot walk across the Kanmon Bridge itself as there is no pedestrian access, but deep beneath the Kanmon Strait at this point lies a long 3.5km road tunnel connecting the islands of Kyushu and Honshu and pedestrians can use a Service tunnel which runs immediately beneath the road tunnel to cross the Strait. Access to the pedestrian tunnel is gained by elevators housed in a building adjacent to the Bridge itself.
Having traversed the c.800m Kanmon undersea tunnel, one reappears into daylight on the Shimonoseki side close to a park (Mimosusogawa Park) which commemorates a naval battle in 1864. A brisk walk back to Shimonoseki and you can take in the bright and photogenic Akama Shrine, the Shimonoseki Former British Consulate and the Kaikyo Yume Tower before arriving at the JR Shimonoseki Railway Station.
Throughout this long and interesting "hike", you never lose sight of the Kanmon Bridge; a landmark equally visible on both sides of the Kanmon Strait.
Written September 13, 2018
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Miller144
Tokyo, Japan19 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
Wonderful bridge with under sea tunnel , an experience of life time which takes dedication, innovation and technology to build, a wonder of times
Written October 7, 2014
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Tushka
Ranfurly, New Zealand285 contributions
May 2011 • Solo
I was a solo female passenger on the mv Cap Capricorn when we sailed from Kobe to Pusan on the way to New Zealand. Our Captain allowed me to sit quietly on the bridge which was a privaledge . Approaching the bridge on such a large vessel I thought we would not fit! but slid under very well. The view all along the waterside from Kobe was amazing and it was evening as we left the channel and proceeded across the seas to Pusan.
I am now planning a trip back to Japan in Feb 2012 and will stay a couple of nights in Shimonoseki to see from the land view.
I am now planning a trip back to Japan in Feb 2012 and will stay a couple of nights in Shimonoseki to see from the land view.
Written December 18, 2011
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Your Travel Buddy SG
Singapore, Singapore32,179 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
it was a great experience driving across this massive bridge that connects Kyushu to Honshu. It has always been on my to-do things in Japan. I recorded the entire drive across the bridge. The passengers enjoyed a great view while we were crossing the bridge but as a driver, couldnt do that as i need to keep my eyes on the road.
Written May 15, 2024
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wmccfp
Stuart, FL330 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
After going under the Gallipoli bridge in the Bosphorous last year we were looking forward going under the Kamron Bridge. Unfortunately our expectations were set too high as bridge, an engineering marvel as its brethren, has no distinguishing feature such as the lights on the Gallipoli bridge or the color of the Golden Gate Bridge, and is set between two nondescript land masses.
Written November 15, 2023
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Kimitaka S
Taichung, Taiwan15,193 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
It is a large bridge between Honshu and Kyushu. Since it is reserved for automobiles, pedestrians cannot walk. However you can appreciate its beauty from distance.
Written December 29, 2019
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John C
Quezon City, Philippines1,823 contributions
Jun 2019
More than anything Kamnon bridge connects the islands of Honshu and Kyushu. fukuoka prefecture to Yamaguchi Prefecture. The bridge is passable by car, but there is a train tunnel and pedestrian tunnel. You can also cross thru 5 minute ferry boat ride. It is also home of famous puffer blow fish.
Written June 13, 2019
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Adrian L
Los Angeles10,529 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Just an amazing structure marking the entrance of Japan into the Modern World! For centuries, crossing the Strait was not easy, but now you could cross it safely within a few minutes. There are plenty of spots looking into the Kammon Bridge and due to the afternoon sun, we watched the Bridge from the Honshu side - Dannouracho. It is a nice photo spot for 15 to 30 minutes.
Written April 28, 2019
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