All Reviews of Megane Bridge (Spectacles Bridge)

This stone arch bridge was built during the Edo period. It got its name because the arches reflected on the water form two circles that look like a pair of glasses. When visiting, you can take a leisurely walk along the riverbank and admire the old stone bridge and surrounding streets from different angles. The reflection is especially beautiful on clear days.

I’ve been to Nagasaki twice, both times thanks to riding the TWO STARS 4047, which gave me the chance to visit this city again. The iconic Megane Bridge was included in my itinerary both times. My first visit was in the evening, when the stone arch bridge was reflected on the water in the setting sun, joining with the bridge piers to form a dreamlike pair of glasses. You can also look for the hidden heart-shaped stone in the nearby stone wall, which is a lot of fun. The second time, I went during the day and experienced a different kind of refreshing scenery, with the clear river water and old stone bridge complementing each other.

Although Megane Bridge itself is a small attraction, the surrounding area has an excellent selection of food. Besides stopping by the nearby Nagasaki castella shop Shooken to enjoy my favorite dessert, don’t miss Yossou, known for its century-old chawanmushi tradition and its quaint building that looks like the bathhouse from Spirited Away. This area perfectly combines strolling around the city with classic local food, making it a double treat not to be missed in Nagasaki.

After eating in Chinatown, I slowly walked over, browsing the shops and enjoying the scenery along the way. It was actually quite pleasant.
Megane Bridge itself isn’t very large, but seeing its reflection on the water from beside the bridge is truly distinctive, so it’s no wonder it has become one of Nagasaki’s signature sights.
I didn’t plan anything special. I just walked over to take a look and snap some photos, and even something this simple felt quite interesting.

This is Megane Bridge. I came after seeing it featured on YouTube, but honestly, I thought it was a bit ordinary—it’s basically a bridge that looks like glasses.
I actually thought the flowers by the roadside were prettier. Also, that day I saw a lot of what looked like school track teams doing spirited counting drills there, which I thought was pretty cool haha.
On a side note, I did really like the overall landscaping.

I heard this is one of the oldest arch bridges in Japan. If you're a history buff, you definitely have to check it out.

The bridge's reflection looks just like a pair of glasses—so cute! The photos turn out amazing 📸! The area nearby is also great for exploring, and it really feels like stepping back into the Edo period. Super relaxing for a stroll, and definitely a must-visit spot in Nagasaki!

This is known as one of the oldest and most famous stone arch bridges in Japan. Its reflection in the water looks like a pair of glasses, which is why it's called Spectacles Bridge. Even after so many years, the bridge still feels really solid.

It's about a 5-minute walk from the tram station. The water is super clean and clear, and you can see koi swimming around. But it's not that easy to get a good shot of the reflection in the water.