[2025 Hitachiota Attraction] Travel Guide for Ryujin Big Suspension Bridge (Updated Apr)

#cherryblossom25 Review (Traveler using #cherryblossom25): If you want an adrenaline rush and cherry blossoms, Ryujin Gorge is the place. The centerpiece here is the Ryujin Suspension Bridge — one of Japan’s longest pedestrian bridges — soaring over a deep river gorge. And during sakura season? The view is absolutely jaw-dropping. I crossed the bridge with cherry trees blooming like bursts of pink fire along the cliffs below, and the wind made petals spiral around me midair. Talk about cinematic. There’s even a famous bungee jump here if you’re feeling bold (I wasn’t — maybe next time!). But honestly, just walking across and gazing at the blossoms from that height was thrill enough. My #cherryblossom25 post was a wide shot of the bridge floating in a sea of sakura, and it quickly became one of my most saved posts. Unique, breathtaking, unforgettable.

・Access From Tokyo Station: Take the JR Joban Line Limited Express to "Mito" (approx. 70 minutes), then transfer to the JR Suigun Line to "Hitachi-Ota" (20 minutes). From there, take the Ibaraki Kotsu Bus bound for Shimotakakura (40 minutes) and get off at "Ryujin Suspension Bridge." The total travel time using public transportation is about 2.5 hours. For drivers: From the Joban Expressway, take either "Naka IC" or "Hitachi Minami-Ota IC" and follow Route 33 for about 45 minutes. There is free parking available for up to 500 vehicles. ・Highlights The bridge spans 375 meters in length and rises 100 meters above the lake surface. As one of Japan's largest pedestrian-only suspension bridges, peering down at the dam lake through the glass floor at the center is sure to make your legs tremble. Its signature attraction is the "Ryujin Bungee," one of Japan's longest bungee jumps, where you dive 100 meters down toward the lake. Each season offers a unique charm: cherry blossoms and around 1,000 carp streamers in spring, lush greenery in summer, fiery autumn leaves in fall, and clear air with sea clouds in winter (photo shows autumn 🍂). Grabbing a coffee from the shop and enjoying the stunning views is also highly recommended for a relaxing experience!