This emense tree is located at the dead center of Takigakure. It has been around for tens of thousands of years. It's roots burrow down to the core of the Hero's Water Spring, so it can never die. The villagers feel that the tree represents the strength of their shinobi, that as long as they continue to live, their village will never die. Certain parts of the tree are hollowed out and provide homes for a wide aray of wildlife.