Travel in Niigata
Bandai Bridge
Bandai Bridge · 萬代橋
Bandai Bridge connects Niigata city on both sides of the Shinano River. Its six arches span the river, making the riverside paths a place to view the bridge while walking.
Cross towards Furumachi or follow the Yasuragitei riverside paths.
Visitor information
Admission
Walking across the bridge and on nearby paths is free. Meals, shopping and nearby paid facilities cost extra.
Opening hours
As a road and pedestrian bridge, it has 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
Cross between the city’s two sides while looking over the Shinano River. To see the bridge’s six arches together, view it from the Yasuragitei paths.
How to get to Bandai Bridge
Walk about ten minutes from Niigata Station to Media Ship, then another minute to Bandai City. Bandai Bridge and Yasuragitei are about five minutes farther. Cross from Bandai to explore Furumachi, then allow about 15 minutes from the riverside back to the station. These are official city-route estimates, excluding traffic-light waits, walking breaks and meals.
Visiting tips
Leave time to return to the station
For a departure train, leave time to return from the riverside. Add traffic-light waits, rests and meals to the section walking estimates.
Questions about Bandai Bridge
Where can I see the whole bridge?
The Yasuragitei riverside paths offer views of the bridge’s six arches. On the bridge, cross between the city’s two sides while looking over the Shinano River; combine it with a riverside walk.
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