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【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
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【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
【しまなみ海道の展望建築】（愛媛県今治市　旧国名：伊予）
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[Shimanami Kaido Observation Architecture] (Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, former province name: Iyo)

Of the Honshu-Shikoku Bridges that connect Honshu and Shikoku, the Nishiseto Expressway that connects Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture and Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture is commonly known as the Shimanami Kaido and is known as a major tourist destination that attracts many people from all over the world. The idea for the Honshu-Shikoku Bridges originated from a series of drownings in the Seto Inland Sea after the war, and it was a long-cherished wish for the residents of the coastal prefectures who had witnessed the tragedies. After overcoming various hardships, such as the plan being frozen just before construction began due to the economic downturn caused by the oil crisis, the Seto Ohashi Bridge (Kojima-Sakaide Route) was opened in 1988, and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (Kobe-Naruto Route) was opened in 1998. The Shimanami Kaido (Onomichi-Imabari Route) was the last of the three routes to be completed the following year, in 1999. Its unique feature is that it has both a pedestrian path and a bicycle path, which do not exist on the other two routes. This is because the Shimanami Kaido is a "bridge for daily life" for the people living in the Geiyo Islands, and is an easy-to-access means of transportation to replace ferries. However, at the same time, the pedestrian path and bicycle path are the perfect base for leisurely viewing the landscape nurtured by the serene scenery, and they have become the basis for creating a tourism movement in which the passage of the seaway itself is the purpose of the trip. The Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge (photos 2-5) is a bridge that connects the Shikoku mainland with the islands, and is the gateway to the Shimanami Kaido when starting from Imabari. Its total length is approximately 4km, and it was the world's first triple suspension bridge (a bridge made up of three connected suspension bridges. For this reason, each bridge is officially named the Kurushima Kaikyo First Bridge, the Kurushima Kaikyo Third Bridge), making it a groundbreaking piece of architectural history. The Kurushima Strait, from which it takes its name, is known as one of the Seto Inland Sea's most complex waters with particularly strong tidal currents, and in the Middle Ages, the Murakami Kaizoku (villages of pirates) were active there, well versed in the area. With their help, many people and things passed through the bridge, promoting economic activity and cultural exchange in the Seto Inland Sea. Even today, when the Murakami Kaizoku are long gone, the tidal currents are as strong as ever, and the construction of the bridge was fraught with difficulties. However, the know-how cultivated in the construction of other Honshu-Shikoku Bridges was utilized, and the result was a demonstration of Japan's high level of technological prowess to the world. In addition, the design is appropriate for the Shimanami Kaido, whose tourist attractions are its landscapes, and was designed to harmonize with the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea's islands. The height of the six towers of the bridge is adjusted to form gentle curves, creating a relaxed and natural atmosphere as a part of the "sea road". You can experience its true value at the "Kurushima Kaikyo Observation Deck" on the Imabari City side. After learning about the strait and the outline of the construction inside the building, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the graceful bridge and the Seto Inland Sea from the observation deck. The sound of the waves and traffic echoes around the bridge, and the sight of white ships sailing leisurely on the tides is truly worthy of being called the symbol of the Shimanami Kaido. Oshima is waiting for you at the end of the Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge heading north. It was one of the bases of the Murakami pirates who controlled the strait, and is also known as a producer of high-quality stone and citrus fruits. The island has a tranquil appearance, with small coves and villages forming the epitome of society, industry and scenery of the Geiyo Islands, with Mt. Kiro at 307m above sea level. One of the most famous attractions on the island is Kirosan Observation Park (photos 1, 6-10). The observation deck in the park was designed by one of Japan's leading architects, Kengo Kuma (1954-). Kuma's attempt at creating a "disappearing building" with this observation deck was an attempt at creating a "disappearing building". In creating a building with the theme of harmony with the surrounding landscape, Kuma deliberately restored the former mountaintop in the park, which was cut off horizontally, and then cut into the mountaintop to "bury" the observation deck. Mt. Kiro was not only restored to its original form, but also added an appeal as an observation spot that attracts tourists. The success of this innovative observation building caused a great sensation, and it came to be recognized as one of the main pillars of Kuma's architectural philosophy. When you visit the site, the cemented buried area emphasizes an inorganic impression and a "vertical" perspective, while when you go upstairs, the wide sky suddenly opens up and you are placed in the "horizontal" Seto Inland Sea. When you think about the fact that the scenery, full of color and movement, which cannot be expressed by the word "breathtaking view", is completed by an exquisite harmony between nature and man-made, you cannot help but feel the irreplaceable charm of what you are standing, seeing, and feeling. Recommended for solo travelers: ★★★★ (There are people, but not many. You can enjoy sightseeing in peace!) Visit date: Around 4pm on a weekday in the second week of December Access: About 5 minutes by car from Imabari Kita IC (to Kurushima Kaikyo Observatory) #Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge #Kurushima Kaikyo Observatory #Kirosan Observatory Park #Kirosan Observatory #Imabari #Imabari City #Shimanami Kaido #Shimanami JAPAN #Ehime Prefecture
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