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The project to restore the Japanese Bridge was approved by the People's Committee of Hoi An City on December 28, 2022, with a budget of over 20 billion VND. Prior to this, the monument had undergone seven restorations. By 2022, the Japanese Bridge had seriously deteriorated, with cracks and subsidence in the bridge abutments and piers; many columns and beams were damaged. The restoration process lasted more than a year longer than initially planned due to numerous controversies regarding the bridge's "curved or straight" shape and related architectural features. The Hoi An Cultural Heritage Conservation Management Center had to temporarily halt the restoration work for thorough research.
The Hoi An Cultural Heritage Conservation Management Center announced that the restoration of the Japanese Bridge has been completed, covering all important aspects such as the foundation, piers, and abutments; the floor, wooden frame, and roof; and the electrical and anti-termite systems. Currently, the unit is dismantling scaffolding and canopies, renovating the landscape, and cleaning up to hand over the site, making it convenient for tourists to visit.
The Bridge Pagoda has completed all its important construction projects.
During the restoration period from late 2022 to early August 2024, although the Japanese Bridge remained open to visitors, the main components of the structure were covered by scaffolding to ensure the safety of both visitors and construction workers. This prevented visitors from fully appreciating the unique architecture of the Japanese Bridge.
According to the plan, the Japanese Bridge will be inaugurated on August 3rd, as part of the 20th Hoi An - Japan Cultural Exchange Event in 2024.
The restoration work has contributed to preserving and enhancing the unique cultural heritage value of the Japanese Bridge, while also meeting the needs of tourists. The reopening of the Japanese Bridge marks an important milestone in the preservation of cultural heritage in Hoi An. This is also great joy for local people and tourists, promising to attract a large number of visitors in the future.
The Japanese Bridge in Hoi An is known as a tourism symbol of the ancient town. It makes a strong impression thanks to its architecture, which is heavily influenced by Japanese style.
This temple was built with the intention of acting as a sword to block the monster's back. Therefore, it will not be able to stir up trouble and disrupt people's lives.
Located in the heart of Hoi An's Old Town, this unique architectural masterpiece, steeped in history and culture, is considered a symbol of this heritage site. Built in the 17th century by the Japanese community, it harmoniously blends traditional Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese architecture, creating an impressive and captivating overall effect for visitors.
The Japanese Bridge (Chua Cau) was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Along with Hoi An Ancient Town, the Japanese Bridge is one of the most valuable architectural and cultural heritage sites in Hoi An, considered a symbol of the ancient town, and is now a popular tourist destination. With the completion of its restoration and reopening to visitors, the Japanese Bridge and Hoi An will have convenient access to these sites.
