[Yamaguchi · Shimonoseki Touring] Tsunoshima Bridge – Stunning Ocean Views and Scenic Shots with Your Motorcycle

Basic Information

  • Spot Name: Tsunoshima Bridge Side Road
  • Location: Toyotakicho Kanda – Tsunoshima, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
  • Access: About 70 minutes from the Chugoku Expressway “Shimonoseki IC” by car or motorcycle
  • Parking: Available
  • Date Visited: April 2025
  • Official Website: Yamaguchi Prefecture Tourism Site
  • Note: The side road is located on a slope. Be sure to park your motorcycle in gear and use the side stand carefully. Especially on windy days, take extra care to prevent tipping.

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Highlights

  • Instagrammable Views: Tsunoshima Bridge + Emerald Ocean
    The 1,780-meter-long Tsunoshima Bridge stretches over a vibrant blue-to-emerald green sea—an absolutely breathtaking sight. The side road allows you to capture that perfect shot with the bridge, the ocean, and your motorcycle all in frame.
  • Local Seafood Delights to Savor
    After enjoying the view, refuel with local delicacies! The Tsunoshima area is well-known for fresh seafood, including squid dishes and seafood rice bowls—a must-try for touring riders.
  • Perfect Scenic Route: Combine with Motonosumi Shrine
    Just a 40-minute drive from Tsunoshima, the iconic Motonosumi Shrine is a seaside shrine famous for its rows of vermillion torii gates. Combining both locations creates the ultimate coastal touring experience.

Quick Impression

I honestly thought the photos I saw online were heavily edited—but I was wrong. Standing before the bridge and the glowing sea under a clear blue sky felt like being in a tropical paradise. It was truly unforgettable to capture my bike with such an incredible view—definitely a memory for a lifetime!

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Travel Tips

The side road is popular for photos and can get crowded. After taking your shot, consider moving to the nearby Amagase Park Parking Lot, where you can enjoy a more relaxed view of the bridge.

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