In 1924, intense earthquake aftershocks liquefied the surrounding paddy fields and dramatically thrust centuries-old wooden pillars back into the open air. Dating back to 1198, these massive cypress remains are tied to a legendary bridge commissioned by samurai lord Inage Shigenari and linked to the mysterious death of shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo. Today, precise replicas stand in a commemorative pool over the underground-preserved originals, marking where the Sagami River flowed over seven hundred years ago. It is a compelling historical monument where natural disaster and medieval Japanese history intersect.
- Samurai History
- Historic Landmarks
- Disaster Heritage
- Archaeological Sites
- Ruins
- Bridges
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