Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge
祖谷のかずら橋
The Iya Valley is a remote mountain area in western Tokushima. It is said that members of the Taira clan hid here after their defeat by the Minamoto clan in the 12th century. Only three vine bridges remain in the valley, and the largest, Iya Kazurabashi, is 45 meters long over the Iya River. Walking across it is a popular experience.
Visitor information
- Getting there
The Iya Valley is in the remote western part of Tokushima Prefecture; allow plenty of travel time.
Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.
Tips for Muslim visitors
- The 45 m bridge sways, and you can see the valley floor through gaps in the deck. It is about a 5-minute walk from the parking lot.
- Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
- Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
- Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Tokushima and the verified places to pray nearby.
- Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.
Prayer times in Tokushima
Today (5 Nov 2026)
- Fajr04:50
- Sunrise06:25
- Dhuhr11:47
- Asr14:44
- Maghrib17:06
- Isha18:31
Times are calculated for Tokushima City. Times may differ elsewhere in Tokushima.
Places to pray near Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge
We have not verified a place to pray near here yet. Many large stations, airports and department stores in Japan have prayer rooms.
Halal food near Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge
We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:
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Photo: ume-y, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): japan.travel, miyoshi-tourism.jp