22 Terrifying Bridges You'll Think Twice About Crossing

8. Ponte Eshima Ohashi, Japan

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The Eshima Ohashi Bridge, linking 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 genuine danger.