The trees were originally planted by the local community in 1981 to enhance the agricultural landscape.
The Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) was once considered extinct until it was rediscovered in China in 1941.
The road spans exactly 2.4 kilometers in length.
The trees are maintained as part of a joint effort between the city and local farmers to preserve the 'Satoyama' environment.
The site has been designated one of the 100 Best Landscapes of Japan by the Yomiuri Shimbun.
The Avenue of Metasequoias is a 2.4-kilometer road in Takashima, Shiga Prefecture, lined with approximately 500 Dawn Redwood trees. The trees form a long tunnel that transforms significantly with the seasons, from vibrant green in summer to brilliant golden-orange in autumn. It is a prefectural road, specifically Prefectural Road 287, rather than a restricted pedestrian path. The trees were planted in 1981 as part of a local windbreak and landscape beautification project. The site is officially recognized as one of the '100 Best Landscapes of Japan.' The elevation of the road offers a straight-line view toward the Makino Highland. It is a public thoroughfare frequently used by local vehicles.
The pedestrian sidewalk near the entrance of Makino Pickland looking down the straight stretch of the road.
Prioritize safety as the road remains an active thoroughfare for local cars and agricultural vehicles.
Use the dedicated parking lots at Makino Pickland rather than attempting to stop on the roadside.
Bring a wide-angle lens to capture the full scale of the tree tunnel.
Do not park vehicles on the shoulder of the road, as it blocks traffic and is strictly prohibited.
Open year-round, but accessibility can be limited during heavy winter snowfall.
Do not step into the middle of the road to take photos; remain on the sidewalks.
