Wakato bridge in Kitakyushu-city, constructed in 1962

 

Wakato bridge is Japan’s first suspension bridge over the Dokai Bay, connecting Wakamatsu

and Tobata, and was completed in 1962.

At the time of its completion, it was the largest suspension bridge in the East, and

due to problems with welding reliability, it was constructed using riveted joints.

24,000 tons of steel used manufactured at Yawata Steel Works.