162-2 Nishiiyayamamura Zentoku, Miyoshi, Tokushima 778-0102, Japan
Okinawa
Tokushima
A primitive suspension bridge woven from Shirakuchi vines in a hidden gorge
Iya's Kazura Bridge is a primitive suspension bridge made of Shirakuchi vines located in Miyoshi City.
Spanning 45 meters in length and 2 meters in width, the bridge stands 14 meters above the water and is designated as a National Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property.
The bridge is rebuilt once every three years using approximately 5 tons of vines, constructed using traditional methods.
