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Oshimori-ji Temple Kinmokusei

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王至森寺のキンモクセイ · Fragrant Olive · Western Japan
Kinmokusei at Oshimori-ji Temple Kinmokusei, Iioka, Saijo, Ehime
Oshimori-ji Temple Kinmokusei, photo 2Oshimori-ji Temple Kinmokusei, photo 3

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About this spot

One of Japan's biggest kinmokusei, made a national natural monument in 1927. It divides into four trunks just above the ground and stands around 12 m tall; its age is not known. The old trunk is hollowing with age, but the tree still flowers each autumn.

Getting there

Nearest station
About 15 min by bus from Iyo-Saijo Station (JR Yosan Line)
Address
Iioka, Saijo, Ehime
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