Iya Kazurabashi Vine Bridge – Best Parking & Access Guide for Visitors

The Kazurabashi Vine Bridge in Iya Valley, Tokushima Prefecture, is designated as an Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property by the Japanese government and is a popular tourist destination visited by many.

In this article, we’ll introduce how to access the bridge, nearby parking options, admission fees, and available discount coupons.

There are several parking lots around Kazurabashi, and each charges different fees.

We’ll provide maps and addresses for each, along with how far they are from the bridge.

Please note that there are no free parking lots in the area, so all visitors coming by car will need to use paid parking.

Prices may vary by season, so please check the latest information before your visit.

Access

Address: 162-2 Zentoku, Nishi-Iyayama Village, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture 778-0102

By Car:
Approx. 1 hour from Ikawa-Ikeda IC on the Tokushima Expressway
Approx. 20 minutes from JR Oboke Station

By Train:
Take a Shikoku Kotsu Bus (bound for Kazurabashi or Kubo) from JR Oboke Station, get off at “Kazurabashi” stop → about a 5-minute walk
*The bus takes around 22 minutes. Please note that it runs infrequently.*

Kazurabashi Admission Fee

  • Adults: ¥550
  • Children (Elementary school and older): ¥350
  • (As of June 2025)

Discount Information

  1. Online Combo Ticket (Kazurabashi + Heike Yashiki Folklore Museum)
    Adults: ¥950 / Children: ¥590
    Regular price: Adults ¥1,050 / Children ¥650
    Available online with advance reservation.
    Includes both Kazurabashi and the folklore museum.
    Website: https://nishi-awa.jp/reserve/2188/
  2. JAF Member Discount
    Show your JAF membership card to get discounts for up to 5 people.
    Adults: ¥500 / Children: ¥320
    Details: JAF Official Site

Nearby Parking Options

Here are 4 parking lots near the bridge. Choose one that best suits your needs.

1. Kazurabashi Yume-Butai Parking – ¥500 per entry

About 4-minute walk to the bridge.
Large tourist facility with local products, restaurant, and plaza. Plenty of spaces available.

2. Takimi Parking Lot – ¥300 per entry

About 4-minute walk to the bridge.
Located across from Yume-Butai.
More affordable and often overlooked, making it a great choice.

3. Watariguchi Parking Lot – ¥500 per use

About 2-minute walk to Kazurabashi Bridge.
Recommended for those prioritizing location as it is very close to Kazurabashi Bridge.
Limited parking spaces, so if you can park here, consider yourself lucky.

4. Paid Parking Lot – ¥300 per use

About 4-minute walk to Kazurabashi Bridge.
Located near Kazurabashi Yumebutai, this lot offers reasonable rates compared to others nearby.

Summary

The Kazurabashi Bridge is not only a scenic spot but also a cultural treasure of Japan. Since parking lots are limited and vary in pricing and location, we recommend checking options beforehand and arriving early during peak season.

Feel free to use the information above to choose the parking option that best fits your needs!

The information provided is based on details available at the time of reporting. Please check on-site for the latest updates.

Feel free to use this guide to choose the parking option that best suits your needs!