Akashi Kaikyō Bridge

The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge, is a suspension bridge connecting Kobe on Japan's Honshu Island to Awaji Island. It spans the narrow Akashi Strait, which has some of the strongest tidal currents and winter storms. The bridge is one of the longest in the world, with a central span of 1,991 meters (6,532 feet), designed to withstand earthquakes and forces from rough seas. It facilitates transportation, commerce, and travel between the islands, and is an engineering marvel demonstrating advanced design and construction techniques to ensure safety and durability in challenging conditions.