What to know
After crossing the Kintaikyo Bridge, visitors are greeted by a statue of Kikkawa Hiroyoshi (1621-1679), the third lord of Iwakuni, who initiated the bridge's construction. Behind the statue lies Kikko Park (吉香公園, Kikkō Kōen), a spacious park with walking paths, plants, and fountains, surrounded by several points of interest.
During the Edo Period (1603-1868), the residences of the ruling Kikkawa family stood where Kikko Park is today, with their retainers living nearby. As a result, the area now features former samurai residences and museums displaying historical artifacts.
Kikko Park and its attractions are just a short walk from the Kintaikyo Bridge.
Buses run from both Iwakuni Station and Shin-Iwakuni Station to the Kintaikyo bus stop. The journey takes 15 minutes and costs 300 yen from Iwakuni Station (buses every 10-20 minutes), or 15 minutes and 350 yen from Shin-Iwakuni Station (1-2 buses per hour).
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 9:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30)
- Closed
- Mondays (or next day if Monday is a holiday), New Year, between exhibitions
- Admission
- Free
- English name
- White Snake Museum
- Original name
- Kikko Park
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