5335 Takeo, Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Takeo Shrine, also known as Takeo Gosha Daimyojin, is the oldest shrine in the city, with a history spanning over 1200 years. Located a 15-minute walk from Takeo Onsen Station, the shrine is free to enter and features the sacred 3000-year-old Takeo Giant Camphor Tree. Visitors can receive a special 'goshuin' (seal stamp) adorned with a golden camphor tree and gold dust. The shrine also has a 'heart' shaped pond and the couple camphor trees, a popular spot for couples.