Aomori Bay Bridge

What it is

• A 1,219 meter long prestressed concrete cable-stayed bridge built to reduce port traffic congestion.
• The second longest bridge in Aomori Prefecture, completed in 1994 after nine years of construction.
• A functional structure featuring four vehicle lanes and specialized seawater pipes for melting snow.
• An award-winning design that spans directly across the platforms of Aomori Station.

What to see

• Distinctive bridge pillars and cables designed to form the shape of the letter A.
• Elevated views of Aomori Port and the surrounding city skyline from the pedestrian sidewalks.
• The complex cable system that earned the JSCE Tanaka Award for engineering excellence.

When to go

• Visit outside of the winter season to ensure the pedestrian sidewalks are open for walking.
• Avoid winter months when sidewalks close to prevent accidents from falling ice.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.