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ŸThe longest cable-stayed bridge in the world @Tatara Bridge
Image1 There are many kinds of bridges, including suspension bridges and arched bridges. However, no bridge seems as beautiful as a cable-stayed bridge. Tatara Bridge is reminiscent of a swan with its wings elegantly spread. Its central span is 890m and is the longest cable-stayed bridge in the world. The bridge is built between Ikuchijima, Hiroshima Prefecture and Omishima, Ehime Prefecture, which is a part of the "Shimanami Kaido" connecting Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture and Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture. Under the bridge, there are many places to visit such as Tatara Park, campgrounds, and hot springs, and visitors can have a fun time in the whole area.

Tatara Bridge scenery points
Setoda Parking Area in Ikuchijima is a good place to view the bridge when traveling by bus. Shimanami Park near Omishima Interchange is recommended when traveling by car.

¡Access
  From Hiroshima:
E By Bus: Take the bus to Imabari from Hiroshima Bus Center or Onomichi Station Square. Get off at Setoda Parking Area (about 50 minutes from Onomichi).
E By Car: Drive from the entrance of Onomichi Ohashi in Onomichi City or from Nishi-Seto Onomichi Interchange in the direction of Imabari.
  From Imabari:
E By Bus: Take the bus to Hiroshima Bus Center or for Onomichi Station from Pier Imabari or Imabari Station. Get off at Setoda Parking Area (about 50 minutes from Imabari).
E By Car: Drive from the entrance of Onomichi Ohashi in Onomichi City or from Nishi-Seto Onomichi Interchange in the direction of Imabari.
¡Regional Sightseeing Information
E Shimanami Council
E Travel Ehime
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