This bridge spans the Tosabori River, and is dotted with famous modern buildings, including the Bank of Japan Osaka Branch, the Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library, and the Osaka Central Public Hall. The original bridge was built during the Edo period by Yodoya, Japan's largest lumber merchant at the time. It was approximately 65 meters long and 4 meters wide. The bridge was named after Yodoya. The Yodoya family is said to have made significant contributions to the development of the Dojima Rice Market, the Tenma Vegetable Market, and the Zakoba Fish Market. However, in 1705, they were suddenly demolished, and the family line became extinct. The original bridge was washed away in a major flood in 1885. The current bridge was completed in 1935 after a competition for design was held as part of the first urban planning project, which began in 1922. Due to its excellent design and harmony with the surrounding environment, the bridge was named the most attractive bridge by citizens in a survey conducted by the city of Osaka. 70,000 people cross the bridge and 60,000 vehicles pass over it every day.