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Kiyosu Bridge spanning the Sumida running through the central Tokyo was built in 1928.

  • Writer: Masahisa Takaki
    Masahisa Takaki
  • 6 hours ago
  • 1 min read

This bridge was named after the place names of both ends of the bridge, KIYOsumi and nakaSU, at that time.  As a symbolic work of rebuilding and rehabilitation after the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923, the bridge was constructed together with Eitai Bridge 1 kilometer downstream from here.  It was elaborately designed putting importance on seismic resistance so that it can be durable against massive quakes coming next.  The steel materials for battleships were chosen for that reason.  As to design, it was with reference to Deutzer Bridge, a suspension bridge in Cologne, Germany.  Kiyosu Bridge, 186 meters long and 22 meters wide, was designated as an important cultural asset together with Eitai Bridge rebuilt in 1926 and Kachidoki Bridge built in 1940, both of which also span the Sumida. They are all beautifully lit up in the night as shown in the photo.


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