Hakucho Bridge
白鳥大橋
A suspension bridge spanning the entrance to Muroran Port, the largest of its kind in eastern Japan at 1,380 meters long. When lit at night, it forms part of the famous Muroran Industrial Night View alongside the nearby steel mills.
Hakucho Bridge opened in 1998. At 1,380 meters long, it is the largest suspension bridge in eastern Japan. It spans the entrance to Muroran Port, linking the Ebitomo Peninsula with the opposite shore of Chinya-cho. Cars may cross for free (pedestrians may not). After dark, the main cables light up and look like a white swan spreading its wings. Steelworks and oil refineries on both sides of the harbor glow brightly. The 'Muroran Industrial Night View' has been recognized as one of Japan's night view heritage sites. You can enjoy it from Iwatsu Observation Deck, Sokuryo Hill, and other spots, and there are also night sightseeing boats. It is about 35 minutes' drive from Noboribetsu Onsen.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Cape Chikyu
- Showa-shinzan
- Mount Usu Ropeway
- Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura
- Noboribetsu Onsen / Jigokudani
- Oyunuma Pond & Natural Footbath
- Toyako Onsen
- Noboribetsu Bear Park