The best banyan tree in Japan

Here on Okinoerabu Island, you will find the best banyan tree in Japan. It is located on the grounds of Kunigami Elementary School, so anyone can visit, but I asked the staff if I could enter. It was planted by the first graduating class of Kunigami Elementary School in 1898, and it was refreshing to see how well the tree has grown since then. It is said that the tree has been loved by local residents and children for its history of coexistence and care, and was selected as one of the New 100 Famous Trees of Japan, which is why it is affectionately known as the "best banyan tree in Japan." It is also a natural monument designated by Wadomari Town, so it is listed in tourist brochures and on the island's website. It is close to Okinoerabu Airport, so if you have time before your flight, why not stop by? Address: 2904 Kunigami, Wadomari-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-9101 #trip202304 #Okinoerabu Island #Gajumaru #Kagoshima Prefecture Address: 2904 Kunigami, Wadomari-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture, 891-9101