Eshima Ohashi Bridge

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Japan

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Shimane

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Matsue

Crossing Eshima Ohashi Bridge is not for the faint-hearted. The third-largest rigid-frame bridge in the world, it connects Tottori prefecture and Shimane prefecture. On the Shimane side, the rollercoaster-like bridge has a gradient of 6.1% and a super zoom lens can make it look even more intense.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy

Accessbility

Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

Super zoom lens (400mm)
Tripod
Teleconverter

How to get there

N35° 30' 23.3316"E133° 10' 06.3588"

This photo of the Eshima Ohashi Bridge was taken in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture. You need a car to get there. Take Prefectural Road 338 toward the shop Kotobuki Bussan (寿物産) and look for parking around there. Cross the road in front of Kotobuki Bussan (寿物産) and walk toward the seaside. Reference the GPS coordinate. With a super zoom lens (400mm) you'll be able to bring Eshima Ohashi Bridge into focus and create a familiar image.