The Japanese Bridge of Hoi An, circa 1590

Built in circa 1590, the Japanese Bridge in Hoi An, Vietnam once connected the Japanese Quarter with the rest of the city.  Unlike the typical Chinese and Vietnamese designs which tend toward overly decorative, the bridge is a simple arched design with tiled and gabled roof with minimal ornamentation. 

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