Seimon Ishibashi bridge

The Seimon Ishibashi bridge is one of the most recognizable bridges of Japan, as it leads to Edo Castle. The bridge is also called the Seimon Stone Bridge or the Eyeglass bridge due to its distinct looks. And behind the bridge you will a metal bridge called Nijūbashi leading to the Imperial Palace.

Although the bridge itself is not open to the public you can still make some characteristic pictures over the stunning double bridge as it passes over the canals, leading into the fortified walls with the Imperial Palace in the background.

If you go sightseeing in Tokyo then you surely want to see this bridge. As you pass the bridge you can also head into the Imperial Palace East Gardens for a relaxing stroll and to find out what remains of the edo castle.