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Japan's Five Great Cherry Trees, Japan
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Japan's "Five Great Cherry Trees," also known as the "Nihon Godai Zakura," are celebrated for their age and beauty.
Miharu Takizakura (Miharu, Fukushima Prefecture): This weeping cherry tree is one of Japan's three giant cherry trees and is believed to be over 1,000 years old.
Ishitokaba Zakura (Kitamoto, Saitama Prefecture): This tree is known for its impressive size and longevity.
Yamataka Jindai Zakura (Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture): Also known as the Jindai Cherry Tree, this tree is believed to be between 1,800 and 2,000 years old and might be the world's oldest cherry tree.
Kariyado no Gebazakura (Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture): This tree is known for its unique shape and beautiful blossoms.
Usuzumi Zakura (Motosu, Gifu Prefecture): This tree is another notable example of a long-lived and majestic cherry tree.
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