Ikiki no Gomon, Giant tree at Ōyamazumi Shrine, Imabari, Japan
The Ikiki no Gomon features a substantial trunk with distinct hollows and natural patterns formed over generations of growth at Ōyamazumi Shrine grounds.
The tree has stood at this location since ancient times, marking the entrance to Ōyamazumi Shrine, a center of spiritual practices in the Setouchi region.
Local residents gather near this tree during traditional festivals and ceremonies, maintaining connections to nature-based spiritual traditions of the region.
Visitors can reach the tree by following marked paths through the shrine grounds, with dedicated parking areas and informational signs available.
The tree's natural opening creates a gateway effect, leading many to interpret it as a physical boundary between mundane and sacred spaces.
Location: Imabari
GPS coordinates: 34.24778,133.00847
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:26
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