Nakabashi Bridge
中橋
A vermilion wooden bridge spanning the Miyagawa River and Takayama's most classic postcard view. It is most beautiful in spring, when cherry blossoms bloom and the festival floats cross it.
Nakabashi is a vermilion bridge about 30 meters long that links the Takayama Jinya side with the Sanmachi old streets. The Miyagawa River below runs clear, and carp are often visible. In early to mid April, cherry blossoms line both banks, and during the Takayama Festival (April 14-15), the ornate festival floats slowly cross the bridge, making it a prime spot for photographers. A red bridge against snow in winter is also very photogenic. The end of the bridge is the entrance to the Sanmachi old streets. It is free and open all day, so visit early morning or evening to avoid the crowds for photos.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sanmachi Suji Old Town
- Jinya-mae Morning Market
- Takayama Jinya
- Takayama Museum of History and Art
- Miyagawa Morning Market
- Hida Takayama Showa-kan
- Shiroyama Park (Takayama Castle Ruins)
- Hida Kokubun-ji