The Rainbow Bridge

Rainbow Bridge

The Rainbow Bridge is the longest bridge in the greater Tokyo Area. Its tower is 120 meters tall while the bridge itself is approximately 800 meters long. 

This bridge was constructed as a major route connecting the Tokyo Rinkai area with its city center. Having a two-tiered structure, Route 11 of the Metropolitan Expressway runs on the upper deck while a general road and the Yurikamome (automated transit system) run on the lower deck. There is also a walkway on the lower deck that allows you to cross the bridge and an observatory can be found en route to the other side. It would be a good idea to enjoy walking on this bridge on a nice day. 

The view of the long, suspension-type Rainbow Bridge with Tokyo Bay's horizon and the cityscape created by the high-rise buildings in the background is indeed a symbol of the Tokyo Bay. When this bridge is lit up at night, it is a sight worth seeing.