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Nagasaki Prefectural Saikaibashi Park

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Nagasaki Prefectural Saikaibashi Park

A prefectural park centered around the historically significant Saikaibashi bridge.

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Spanning across Sasebo City and Saikai City in Nagasaki Prefecture, this park boasts the iconic Saikaibashi bridge.

The Saikaibashi bridge, after which the park is named, is an arch bridge spanning the Inoura Strait (Harao Strait). Built to promote industrial development and facilitate connectivity, it linked the isolated Nishisonogi Peninsula and Sasebo City. Completed in 1955, it boasted the third-longest span of any fixed arch bridge in the world at the time. In 2020, it became the first post-war bridge to be designated as an Important Cultural Property by the Japanese government.

Flowing directly beneath the Saikaibashi Bridge is the Inoura Strait, counted among Japan's Three Greatest Rapid Tides, known for its whirlpools. The pedestrian walkway on the Shin-Saikaibashi bridge, built in 2006, features glass windows facing the sea, allowing visitors to observe the whirlpools under suitable conditions. Accessible by foot from the parking lot of Saikaibashi Park, the pedestrian walkway on the Shin-Saikaibashi bridge is a popular tourist spot.

Additionally, the park offers various facilities, including a sled slope and playground equipment, catering to visitors of all ages, making it a popular recreational destination for locals and tourists alike.

Highlights

  • A prefectural park centered around the historically significant Saikaibashi bridge, a designated Important Cultural Property.
  • The pedestrian walkway on the Shin-Saikaibashi bridge, where visitors can observe whirlpools, is also a popular tourist attraction.
  • The park features facilities such as a sled slope and playground equipment, making it a favorite recreational spot for locals.

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  • The Saikaibashi bridge, spanning 316 meters, was constructed in 1955 to connect Sasebo City and the Nishisonogi Peninsula.

    The Saikaibashi bridge, spanning 316 meters, was constructed in 1955 to connect Sasebo City and the Nishisonogi Peninsula.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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Sorry, we don’t.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.

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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.

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Are there restrooms available?
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Yes, there are.

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Are there any smoking areas?
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Yes.

Reviews

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  • 陳素貞
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    The scenery here is stunning! You get amazing views of the big bridge and the deep blue sea. In spring, you can see cherry blossoms, and in autumn, the fall leaves are gorgeous. It’s perfect for a walk, picnic, or just relaxing—a really peaceful spot!

  • 蔡粉絲
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    The view at Saikaibashi Park is super open! You can see both the old and new Saikaibashi bridges at the same time—so impressive!

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Details

Name in Japanese
長崎県立西海橋公園
Postal Code
851-3422
Address
2678 Hariohigashimachi, Sasebo City, Nagasaki
Telephone
0956-58-2004
Closed
Free to walk (Office closed on December 30 and 31, from January 1 to 3）
Business Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free (There are paid facilities in the park)
Access
From JR Sasebo Station, take the Saihi Bus for approximately 50 minutes and get off at either "Nishikaibashi Nishiguchi" or "Saikaibashi Higashiguchi" bus stop, located right by the bridge.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
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