Ondo-no-seto

Ondo-ō-hashi

Ondo-no-seto (音戸の瀬戸) is a strait in Seto Inland Sea around Kure, Hiroshima between the main island of Japan and Kurahashi island.

Overview

Ondo-no-seto was excavated under the leadership of Taira no Kiyomori from 1164 to 1167 during the Heian period, to allow passage of trading ships for trade with China.

The famous red bridge, called "Ondo-ō-hashi, crosses the Ondo-no-seto, and it is known for the azaleas growing there.

Around Ondo-no-seto on the main island side, Ondo-no-seto Park is a popular place to visit.

Ondo-no-set is a part of Setonaikai National Park.

See also

• Taira no Kiyomori
• Setonaikai National Park

External links

• Looking around Ondono-seto(in Japanese)

34°11′40″N 132°32′15″E