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Eshima Ohashi Bridge
The 'rollercoaster bridge' between Matsue and Sakaiminato, whose 44 m rigid-frame hump lets ships pass beneath. Telephoto shots of its seemingly vertical ramp made it a viral driving landmark.
4 km · about 5 min drive
Tottori, Japan · Asia
Sakaiminato is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Yasugichō, 4km from Eshima Ohashi Bridge.
Sakaiminato is a town located in Tottori, Japan. With a population of 36,324, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Sakaiminato sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sakaiminato to your route.
Babasakichō Station (馬場崎町駅, Babasakichō-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the city of Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. It is operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West).
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Sakaiminato is located in Tottori, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.5377 latitude, 133.2309 longitude.
Sakaiminato has a population of approximately 36,324 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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The 'rollercoaster bridge' between Matsue and Sakaiminato, whose 44 m rigid-frame hump lets ships pass beneath. Telephoto shots of its seemingly vertical ramp made it a viral driving landmark.
4 km · about 5 min drive
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