[2025 Takeo Attraction] Travel Guide for The Great Camphor Tree of Takeo (Takeo no Okusu) (Updated May)

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 When traveling to Saga, Kyushu, in addition to the famous Takeo Hot Springs, you must make a pilgrimage to this spiritual and historical shrine - Takeo Shrine! The shrine itself has a history of over 1,300 years, with beautiful architecture and a tranquil atmosphere, but its real highlight is a tree called "God's Tree" - Takeo Okusu (武雄の大楠)🌳 This giant tree is said to be over 3,000 years old and is one of the most sacred trees in Japan. The trunk is so wide that people can walk inside. You will be so shocked that you will be speechless when you see it in person! Although it is now impossible to get close to or walk into the sacred tree hole (a fence has been set up on site to protect the tree), you can still feel its magnificence and sacred aura from afar. When you stand in front of the big nan tree, you will feel that time has stopped. It is a great place to quietly feel the energy of nature. 📍 Attraction Information Takeo Shrine (たけおじんじゃ) Address | Takeo 5335, Takeo-cho, Takeo-cho, Saga Prefecture Transportation｜About 20 minutes on foot from JR Takeo Onsen Station, or about 5 minutes by taxi Opening hours｜Open all day (recommended to go during the day) Tickets | Free admission Features｜Thousand-year-old sacred tree "Takeo Daikasu", forest shrine, quiet trail 🌿 Recommended nearby tours ✔️ Takeo Library: Beautiful like a bookstore and cafe, a must-see spot for design fans ✔️ Takeo Onsen Romon: A cultural heritage building with over a century of history ✔️ Takeo Onsen: It’s the perfect place to soak after your trip♨️ 📸 Tips for taking photos ✔️Shrine Torii + stone steps are classic shooting spots ✔️For long-distance photography of the big nanmu tree, it is recommended to use a wide-angle lens to capture the entire tree, which is full of momentum. ✔️Shoot against the light in the morning or afternoon, the light and shadow will be particularly beautiful! #Takeo Shrine #Saga Attractions #Kyushu Free Travel #Japanese Shrine #神木 #Takeo Okusan #Takeo #Saga Travel #Takeo Hot Spring #Saga Culture #Japanese Natural Shrine #Secret Shrine #japantravel #sagajapan #hiddenjapan

#Spring0yenTrip I went to see the illuminated Great Camphor Tree of Takeo🌃. The tree is said to be over 3,000 years old and is impressive even during the day, but the illuminated Great Camphor Tree at night is truly mystical! 🌳✨The curves of the trunk and branches that emerge in the soft light are beautiful, and it feels as if you have entered a mythical world. Standing under the tree, I was overwhelmed by its size and presence, and felt both the strength and kindness of nature. Taking a deep breath in the fantastic atmosphere, I felt my mind calm down and I felt energized🌿. If you are going to visit, I definitely recommend visiting at night! It was a special spot where quiet and peaceful time flows. #GreatCamphorTreeofTakeo #AmazingLightUp #PowerSpotAtNight #GiantTreeOfFantasy #ArtOfNatureAndLight

Saga Prefecture is located in the northwest of Kyushu Island, Japan. It is a place full of history and natural beauty. How to play in Saga? I'll help you avoid the pitfalls! 🚗Takeo Onko Tree Come to Takeo Shrine to see the 3,000-year-old Onko tree. This giant tree is said to be over 3,000 years old and ranks seventh in the national giant tree ranking. 🚗Kawakami Gorge Kawakami Gorge is also known as "Kyushu's Arashiyama" Every year from mid-March to late May, a carp flag event will be held. 🚗Karatsu Castle This is also a famous place for cherry blossoms and wisteria. 🚗Yutoku Inari Shrine It is a popular tourist attraction, with about 3 million visitors each year. 🚗Mikaeri Falls This majestic waterfall was selected as one of the top 100 waterfalls, with the highest drop of 100m in Kyushu. 🚗Ouo Shrine