Description on the reverse of the greeting card shinkyo bridge constructed in 1636 with its bold red yet simple elegance contrasting with the wildness of the river gorge the green hills and the tumbling waters has long been considered one of the most beautiful structures in japan it is ranked as one of the three finest bridges of japan in feudal times the sacred bridge could be used only by the emperorthis card is made from quality heavy weight luxurious pearlescent paper giving a b