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Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi Bridge 九重“夢”大吊橋

Japan's highest pedestrian suspension bridge, 390 m long and 173 m above a forested gorge with views of two of Japan's top 100 waterfalls.

Hours8:30-17:00 (Jan-Jun, Nov-Dec; tickets to 16:30); 8:30-18:00 (Jul-Oct; tickets to 17:30)

ClosedOpen daily (entry may be restricted in bad weather)

PriceJunior high school and older: ¥500

Getting thereBungo-Nakamura Station (JR Kyudai Line), then Kokonoe town bus

Time needed1 hour

Best timeLate October to early November for autumn colours

Address1208 Tano, Kokonoe, Kusu District, Oita

Websiteyumeooturihashi.com

About

Opened in 2006, the bridge spans the Naruko River gorge in the Kuju highlands. From the deck visitors see the Shindo Odaki and Medaki waterfalls, chosen among Japan's 100 best, and the Kuju mountains beyond. Shops and a tourist information counter stand at the Nakamura-side entrance.

Highlights

390 m span, 173 m above the valley
Views of Shindo Odaki and Medaki falls
Autumn foliage across the gorge
Kuju mountain panorama

Tips

Keep your ticket; it is stamped and needed for the return crossing
Pets cannot cross; temporary pet care is available

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