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"The wooden, approximately 645-foot bridge, originally built in 1673 (later rebuilt and restored), captivated me with its graceful arches, especially when warm pink cherry blossoms bloom on either side of the Nishiki River every spring." - James March James March James March is a travel writer based in Birmingham, U.K. He has lived in France, Italy, and Canada and his writing frequently covers culture, gastronomy, identity, and history. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines