- The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge is a suspension bridge in Japan. It is the world's longest suspension bridge, with a main span of 1,991 meters (6,532 ft). The bridge is located in the Akashi Strait between the cities of Kobe and Awaji on the island of Shikoku.
- The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge was designed to withstand earthquakes and typhoons. The bridge has two main towers, each 298 meters (978 ft) high. The towers are made of steel and concrete and are filled with water to help them withstand earthquakes. The bridge deck is made of steel and is supported by cables made of steel wire. The cables are arranged in a double-layer system, with each layer consisting of 127 cables. The cables are connected to the towers at anchor points that are 250 meters (820 ft) below the sea level.
- The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge was built over a period of 10 years at a cost of 5 billion USD. The bridge was opened to traffic on April 5, 1998.
- The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge is a major tourist attraction. It is estimated that more than 1 million tourists visit the bridge each year. The bridge is also a popular spot for bungee jumping.
