Great Ginkgo of Hida Kokubun-ji

The ginkgo tree reaches a height of 28 meters and spreads its branches across the temple grounds, creating a natural canopy for visitors.

This living natural monument has stood at the temple site since 746 CE, when Emperor Shōmu established Hida Kokubun-ji during the Nara period.

The tree holds status as a National Natural Monument of Japan, representing the connection between nature and Buddhist temple architecture.

Visitors can observe the ginkgo tree throughout the year during temple hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with autumn displaying yellow foliage.

At over 1,250 years old, this ginkgo tree stands as one of the oldest specimens in Japan, maintaining its growth near the temple's three-story pagoda.

Location: Takayama

Height: 28 m

Website: http://hidakokubunji.jp/html/ginkgo.html

GPS coordinates: 36.14331,137.25383

Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:55