Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge

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Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge

Japan’s longest triple-arched wooden bridge.

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This is a 300 meter-long triple-arched wooden bridge over Lake Fujimi. The bridge is known as "Nagaiki-no-Hashi" (bridge of long life) and is popular for its longevity blessing. The bridge is also renowned for "Tsugaru no Sakasa Fuji" (Mt. Iwaki reflected on the lake surface), which can only be seen on clear, windless days and was used in a JR East TV advertisement. Near the bridge are Crane Nature Park and Fujimi Lake Park, which are also good places for a stroll.

Towada Shrine, located on the shore of Lake Fujimi, is dedicated to Princess Shirakami, who committed suicide by entering the water after losing her tragic love. Princess Shirakami fell in love with the lord of Shimizu Castle, but the lord married another woman. In her grief, the princess threw herself into a large pond, and her grudge transformed into a white dragon that continued to torment the lord. Later, the villagers built this shrine, fearing that it was haunted by Princess Shirakami. The shrine is now a sacred place for the fulfillment of love, dedicated to the goddess of pure love.

Highlights

  • The spectacular view that became a hot topic by a TV advertisement.
  • You are fortunate if you can see "Tsugaru no Sakasa Fuji."
  • There are many spiritual sites where you can receive various blessings.

Photos

  • Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge and the “Tsugaru no Sakasa Fuji”

    Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge and the “Tsugaru no Sakasa Fuji”

  • During the winter, the entire area turns silver.

    During the winter, the entire area turns silver.

  • “Tsuru-no-Mai Cherry Blossom Festival” is held during Golden Week.

    “Tsuru-no-Mai Cherry Blossom Festival” is held during Golden Week.

  • Fujimi Lake Park is crowded with families on weekends.

    Fujimi Lake Park is crowded with families on weekends.

  • Towada Shrine stands quietly by the lake.

    Towada Shrine stands quietly by the lake.

Reviews

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  • momoe

    天氣之好,景色美的像一幅畫。

Details

Name in Japanese
鶴の舞橋
Postal Code
038-3542
Address
81-150 Osawa, Mawarizeki, Tsurutamachi, Kitatsugarugun, Aomori
Telephone
0173-22-6211
(Tsuru no Mai Bridge Tourist Center “Kokonimo Aruja”)
Hours
Free to walk around anytime
Directions
1) 10 minutes by taxi from JR Mutsu Tsuruda Station
2) 15 minutes by car from Tsugaru Kashiwa I.C. on the Tsugaru Expressway
Official Website
Official Website (English)