Known locally as Gohon Keyaki, these five towering zelkovas occupy a surreal position right in the center of traffic in Kami-Itabashi. Originally protected under a land-donation agreement by a former village mayor, later postwar attempts to remove them for road expansion were quickly abandoned after workers allegedly suffered mysterious illnesses and accidents. Today, the peculiar roadside grove remains rooted in urban folklore, with eerie rumors of curses, apparitions, and supernatural protection. Curious travelers and urban explorers will find it a fascinating glimpse into how ancient superstition quietly shapes modern city planning.
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