Walking across the Rainbow Bridge in Tokyo, which connects the Shibaura pier to the Odaiba waterfront, takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes for a one-way trip, covering a distance of about 1.7 kilometers (roughly 1.1 miles). The pedestrian walkway, known as the "Rainbow Promenade," offers two distinct sides: the North Route, which provides views of the Tokyo inner harbor, Tokyo Tower, and the city skyline, and the South Route, which offers views of Tokyo Bay and, on clear days, Mount Fuji. The walk is entirely free, but there are specific operating hours: typically 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM in the summer and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the winter. It is important to note that you cannot bring bicycles on the bridge unless they are folded in a bag, though you can "push" them across on a provided wooden trolley. The walkway can be quite windy and noisy due to the cars and Yurikamome trains running alongside it, but it provides some of the most spectacular, unobstructed views of the city. Most people start the walk from the Shibaura-futo side (accessible via the Yurikamome line) and finish in Odaiba, where they can explore shopping malls and beaches.