蒲生之樟

The massive camphor tree reaches 30 meters in height and features a trunk circumference of 24.22 meters with roots extending 33.5 meters.

The ancient tree received national special natural monument status in 1922, marking its importance in Japanese natural heritage preservation.

The tree stands within Kamouhachiman-jinja shrine grounds, where local residents participate in traditional autumn festivals every November 3rd.

Visitors can observe the tree's substantial base hollow, which spans approximately eight mats wide, though interior access remains restricted.

The 1500-year-old camphor tree represents the largest specimen of its kind in Japan, with a documented history of people gathering inside its hollow.

Location: Aira

Height: 30 m

Part of: Kamouhachiman-jinja, Aira

Address: 鹿児島県姶良市蒲生町上久徳2259-1

GPS coordinates: 31.76557,130.56962

Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:37