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Iya Kazurabashi
Iya Kazurabashi · Iya Vine Bridge · 祖谷のかずら橋
Cross a vine bridge over the valley at Iya Kazurabashi. The valley is visible below and the bridge moves with your steps; the crossing itself is the experience.
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Visitor information at a glance
Admission
Crossing costs JPY 550 for junior high school pupils and older visitors or JPY 350 for primary school pupils. Preschool children cross free. Yumebutai parking costs JPY 500 per ordinary car, separate from admission. Parking reservations are not accepted.
Opening hours and closed days
The bridge opens from 08:00–18:00 in April–June, 07:30–18:30 in July–August and 08:00–17:00 in September–March. There are no regular closing days.
What can I see at Iya Kazurabashi?
Walk above the valley
See valley scenery from the woven vine bridge. Its floor has gaps and the bridge moves; watch your footing while crossing.
How to get to Iya Kazurabashi
Continue from JR Oboke Station by bus or taxi. From Kazurabashi or Kazurabashi Yumebutai stop, walk about 5 minutes to the bridge. If driving, park at Yumebutai and walk through the facility. Iya Kazurabashi and Oku-Iya’s double vine bridges are different places. Return to your arrival stop for the bus. Match travel-date return services and accommodation transfers beforehand.
Before you visit
Distinguish your destination from other vine bridges
Iya Kazurabashi differs from Oku-Iya’s double vine bridges. For driving, choose Yumebutai car park; for buses, search both Kazurabashi Yumebutai-bound and return services.
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Before you cross
If height or movement concerns you, inspect the bridge on site before choosing to cross. Heavy-rain warnings can cause temporary closure; check operating guidance on wet days.
Questions about Iya Kazurabashi
Can I reach Iya Kazurabashi without a hire car?
Yes, by bus or taxi from JR Oboke Station. Choose both Kazurabashi Yumebutai-bound and return buses and the connecting JR train at Oboke. The operator states that all buses are suspended on 1 January.
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