蒲生之樟, Natural monument camphor tree at Kamouhachiman-jinja, Japan
Description
The camphor tree at Kamouhachiman-jinja shrine is an enormous specimen that grows to about 30 meters in height. Its trunk is exceptionally thick with a natural hollow inside large enough to accommodate several people.
History
This specimen is approximately 1500 years old and received national monument status in 1922. The designation reflects its importance in preserving Japan's natural heritage.
Culture
The tree stands within Kamouhachiman-jinja shrine grounds, where local residents participate in traditional autumn festivals every November 3rd.
Practical
The tree grows on shrine grounds and is accessible to visitors, though the inner hollow can only be viewed from the outside. Photography and observation from this vantage point is possible, though it does not allow interior access.
Did you know?
For centuries, people used the spacious hollow interior as a shelter and gathering place. This practice reveals how important the tree was to local life and how it shaped community traditions.
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