Site of Katsunohashi Bridge
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(8)This site marks where Katsunohashi Bridge, one of Kamakura's ten historic bridges, once stood. While the original bridge, a grand stone structure with a raised center, was removed around the end of the Meiji era and the river it spanned is now an underground culvert, a small stone monument and an adjacent stone pillar (likely a remnant of the bridge) commemorate its existence. The bridge was named after Okatsu no Kata, a concubine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, who had it built.
Address
1-chōme-14-12 Ōgigayatsu, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0011, Japan
Opening Hours
OPEN 24 HOURS (Fri)
Worth it?
Worth it if you enjoy a treasure hunt for historical markers
Skip if you're looking for a visible, impressive landmark
Location
1-chōme-14-12 Ōgigayatsu, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0011, Japan
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Highlights
Look for a small stone monument behind the Koshin Tower near Jufukuji Temple's main gate, which marks the spot and mentions the bridge.
An elongated stone standing next to the monument is believed to be an original part of the bridge's foundation.
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Who it's for
History buffs and dedicated explorers interested in tracking down lesser-known historical markers, especially those keen on the 'Kamakura Jukkyo' (Ten Bridges of Kamakura).
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Reviews
3.8
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5 ReviewsReviewers note that finding the small stone monument can be a challenge, with some needing multiple attempts or local assistance. While the actual bridge is long gone, the site offers a glimpse into Kamakura's past for those who appreciate historical context over physical structures.
Fun facts
The monument and Koshin Tower appeared in Yasujiro Ozu's film "Early Summer" (麦秋), though the monument's position has since shifted due to road expansion.
