The Shirakami Sanchi mountain range contains the world's largest remaining tract of virgin Siebold's beech forest, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Trails ranging from gentle woodland walks to challenging ridge routes lead through a primeval landscape of towering beeches, emerald-clear streams and waterfalls including the spectacular Anmon Falls. Wildlife including Japanese black bears, golden eagles and endemic flora inhabit the protected core zone. Guided trekking tours depart from both the Aomori and Akita sides, offering a rare chance to experience truly untouched Japanese wilderness.
- Type
- Experience
- Category
- Nature
- Season
- Summer
- Month
- June to October
- Region
- Tohoku
- Prefecture
- Aomori / Akita
- City
- Nishimeya / Fujisato
Highlights
- ◆UNESCO World Heritage virgin beech forest — the world's largest
- ◆Anmon Falls three-tiered waterfall trail
- ◆Rich wildlife including Japanese black bears and golden eagles
- ◆Guided trekking available from Aomori and Akita trailheads
- ◆Pristine mountain streams and old-growth forest canopy