Niigata travel
Bandai Bridge
Bandai Bridge · 萬代橋
Bandai Bridge connects Niigata city on both sides of the Shinano River. Its six arches stretch across the water, making the riverside path a good place to see the bridge as you walk.
Cross towards Furumachi or follow Yasuragitei along the riverside.
Visitor information
Admission
There is no admission fee to cross the bridge on foot or walk nearby paths. Meals, shopping and nearby paid facilities cost extra.
Opening hours
The bridge is a road and pedestrian crossing, with no separate opening hours, last admission or regular closure days. Check same-day notices for events or traffic restrictions.
What to see at Bandai Bridge
Six arches seen from the riverside
Look along the Shinano River as you cross between the two sides of the city. For a view of the bridge's six arches, see it from Yasuragitei riverside path as well.
How to get to Bandai Bridge
Walk about 10 minutes from Niigata Station to Media Ship, then about one minute to Bandai City. From there, Bandai Bridge and Yasuragitei are about five minutes away. Cross from Bandai towards Furumachi, then allow about 15 minutes from the riverside back to the station. These are estimates from Niigata City's official route; waits at crossings, breaks and meals take extra time.
Before you visit
Leave time to return to the station
If you have a departing train, leave time to return from the riverside to the station. Add waits at crossings, riverside breaks and meals to the section-by-section walking estimates.
Questions about Bandai Bridge
Where can I see the whole of Bandai Bridge?
Yasuragitei riverside path offers a view of the bridge's six arches. On the bridge itself, you can look along the Shinano River as you cross between the two sides of the city; combine both with a riverside walk.
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