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Iwama Chinkabashi (Iwama Submersible Bridge)
岩間沈下橋Kochi · Shikoku
Built in 1966, this 120-meter railing-less 'submersible' bridge crosses the Shimanto River at a wide, tranquil bend near Ekawasaki and is the finish line for many canoe tours.
- Crowd level
- Hidden gem
- Rating
- 4.3· 408 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free, open-access public bridge
- Nearest station
- Ekawasaki Station (JR Yodo Line)
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
Open 24 hoursFreeStored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
About 15-20 min by car from Ekawasaki Station via Route 441, or reachable by canoe or rental bicycle from the Kawa-no-Eki Canoekan.
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