Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Christmas Park 2026

Dates & time: December 5, 2026 (Sat) 10:00〜15:30
Price & booking: Admission: adults ¥500 / elementary & junior high students ¥250 / 65+ ¥350. Christmas Bridge Expedition: adults (high school and up) ¥1,000 / elementary & junior high ¥500 (includes admission; pay on the day). Keychain making is extra Only the Christmas Bridge Expedition requires advance booking via the booking page (20 people per tour, first come first served; closes Fri, Dec 4 at 19:00). Other activities need no booking.
Venue & access: Bridge Exhibition Center (Hashi no Kagakukan) About 5 min walk from JR Maiko Station, or about 7 min from Sanyo Maiko-koen Station.

There are 2 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Bridge Exhibition Center (Hashi no Kagakukan), and 2 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A one-day Christmas event at the Bridge Exhibition Center, the museum at the foot of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The highlight is the Christmas Bridge Expedition, a tour inside the bridge's anchorage, which is normally closed to the public, where you can peek into the maintenance walkway and take photos. In the museum's paid area, kids can try bridge puzzles, a bridge quiz and a hunt for hidden mascots, with a gift from Santa for finishing. Ornament making is free with admission, and the mascots Wataru and Meguru appear for meet-and-greets through the day. A good pick for families with school-age children who want a winter outing with a look at how the world-class suspension bridge works.

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In the museum's paid area

Bridge puzzles: finish one (several difficulty levels) for a gift from Santa
Bridge quiz: answer every question correctly for a gift from Santa
Find Wataru & Meguru: spot all the mascots hidden around the museum for a gift
Meguru workshop: ornament making (free with admission), keychain making (paid)

Museum shop

A day-only Christmas set is on sale (contents are a surprise)

What to wear for the Bridge Expedition

Sneakers required; sandals and heels are not allowed

*Meet-and-greets may change or be canceled without notice

*Inquiries: Bridge Exhibition Center (078-784-3339)

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FAQ

What age can join the Christmas Bridge Expedition?

From 1st grade of elementary school. Elementary and junior high students must join together with a guardian.

Can I enjoy anything without booking?

Only the Christmas Bridge Expedition needs booking. The puzzles, quiz, mascot hunt, workshop and meet-and-greets are open to anyone who enters the museum.

How do I pay for the Bridge Expedition?

You pay on site on the day. The fee includes museum admission.

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