Babadaimon no Keyaki Namiki

Two parallel rows of zelkova trees extend for 500 meters, creating a natural pathway that leads to the Okunitama-jinja Shrine in Fuchū.

The avenue traces its origins to 1062 when Minamoto no Yoriyoshi and his son planted 1000 zelkova saplings before their campaign in the Nine Years War.

This natural monument serves as a sandō, a traditional approach path to Okunitama-jinja Shrine, connecting Japanese spiritual traditions with environmental preservation.

Located at coordinates 35.673103, 139.479208, visitors can access the avenue through Fuchū Station on the Keio Line, with the site remaining open year-round.

Among Japan's natural monuments, this avenue stands as the sole designation specifically dedicated to lined zelkova trees, with some specimens reaching 400 years in age.

Location: Fuchū

GPS coordinates: 35.67310,139.47921

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36