Garyu Sakura is an old cherry blossom which is estimated over 1100 years old in Daidouji Temple compound in Ichinomiya-town Takayama-city. Garyu Sakura has been designated as Japanese natural monument.
The term of "Garyu" means a laying dragon on the ground. The cherry blossom looked like "Garyu" so that it was named by the monk in Daidoji Temple and has been popular as a symbol of Ichinomiya-town. The area of Garyu Sakura was developed to the park and the cherry blossoms festival has been held there in blooming season in April. Many visitors enjoy Garyu Sakura.
Location | Ichinomiya-town Takayama-city(inside of Garyu park) |
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Variety | Edohiganzakura |
Age | About 1,100years |
Size | Height 20m/ Branch spread 30m/ Trunk circumference 7.3m |
Blooming season | From middle to the end of April |
Access | Get JR Takayama Honsen (JR Takayama Main line), get off at Ichinomiya Station and walk 1minute |