Japanese Covered Bridge

Situated at the western end of Tran Phu Street, the Japanese Covered Bridge is one of the three tile–covered bridges in Vietnam and is the only ancient bridge in Hoi An. Also known as Cau Temple, the iconic bridge is popular for its magnificent Japanese architecture and ornate carvings of two dogs and monkeys. Also one of the top romantic spots in Hoi An, it is generally lined with couples to take photographs.

The area surrounding the bridge is another attraction, with beautiful paintings lined up along the streets for sale by local artists. The Temple dedicated to Tran Vo Bac De, the Taoist god of weather, is situated on the bridge's northern side. This temple is frequented by locals who believe that praying here would save them from impending earthquakes. A visit to the Japanese Covered Bridge is a must for artists, architecture enthusiasts, and photographers. The major highlight of the Japanese Covered Bridge is the structures of two dogs and monkeys marking the birth of Japanese Emperors born in the month of the Dog and the Monkey, and the fact that the bridge was started in the year of the dog and completed in the year of the monkey.