22 Terrifying Bridges That Will Make You Think Twice Before Crossing

8. Ponte Eshima Ohashi, Japan

The Eshima Ohashi Bridge, connecting Matsue and Sakaiminato, is famous for its dramatic appearance. When photographed with a telephoto lens, the bridge seems impossibly steep, resembling a roller coaster rising sharply into the sky. In reality, the gradient is only 6.1 percent, but the illusion is so convincing that it has become a sensation among travelers seeking a thrill without true danger.