Night View of Nene-bashi Bridge

In the central part of Arima Onsen, there is a bridge with red railing called Nene-bashi. Near the bridge is a bronze statute of Nene, the lawful wife of Hideyoshi. From this place, visitors can climb down to Arima River Shinsui Park. Every year in the first part of April, a cherry blossom festival is held and all the local people of Arima gather at the river site to participate in the merriment. In the evening, the red bridge and cherry trees are lit up and the contrast against the darkness creates a dreamy feeling.