Gejobashi at Tokushima Castle
A bridge connecting the southern moat and entrance area of Tokushima Castle.
At a glance
- Location
- Jonai, Tokushima-cho, Tokushima · southern castle moat
- Access
- South entrance of Tokushima Central Park
- Official map
- Tokushima Castle ruins walking map ↗
Checked · 2026.10.27
Gejobashi at Tokushima Castle
This is the bridge marked 下乗橋 on the official castle walking map. It forms part of a relatively level walking area around the moat, stone walls, and gate.
- Historic walk
- Moat
- Bridge
Confirm the bridge name and location
下乗橋 is read Gejobashi. It helps visitors understand the moat and approach to the castle grounds. This guide follows the bridge name marked on the official castle site map.
Distinguish it from garden bridges
Do not confuse it with Sukiyabashi in the palace garden. Dimensions, materials and descriptions of other bridges are not transferred here. The sources checked did not establish a detailed construction history or length for Gejobashi.
Include it in a castle walk
This is a point on a walk taking in the moat, gates and garden approaches rather than a large standalone attraction. Central Park is about 10 minutes on foot from Tokushima Station. Use the official site map within the park; garden and museum entry conditions are separate.
Photography and evening walks
Water and stonework look different by day and night. The JOURNAL’s evening visit does not guarantee permanent lighting or round-the-clock supervision. Follow closures and repair notices, and keep the path clear when photographing.
Take a look around
Photographed in March 2026The story behind this place
I followed a performance,
and found a city to return to
By daylight, what the night had hidden
There was a little time before I needed to go straight to the station. I wanted to see the castle ruins again in daylight. Walking up the dark path on the first night had not brought the…
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