Hidden away at the end of a logging road in Yosano, this camellia tree is about 1,000 years old, making it one of the oldest in the world. The tree is 9.7 meters tall, with a girth of 3.26 meters. A characteristic of this tree in particular are its dark crimson flowers, which are much darker than most of red camellia trees.
- Address
- Kaya Cultural Museum: 1986 Taki, Yosano, Yoza District, Kyoto Prefecture
- Business Hours
- The tree is always open for viewing.
Kaya Camellia Culture Museum: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays from March to May
Closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from June to November (Open if these days are national holidays and closed the following day instead.)
Closed December to February