Yoshida Lava Tree Molds

More than sixty cave-like structures form in the ground where lava from Mount Fuji encased trees, creating vertical hollow tubes in the rock.

The caverns gained religious importance during the Edo period when Fujiko followers established them as places of spiritual practice and meditation.

The Yoshida Tainai Festival takes place every April 29th, featuring traditional ceremonies and fire rituals that connect people with Mount Fuji's sacred nature.

Visitors reach the site via bus from Fujisan Station to Kankyo Kagaku Kenkyusho Iriguchi stop, followed by a six-minute walk to the entrance.

Each hollow tube preserves the exact shape and size of ancient trees, providing scientists with data about the forest that existed before volcanic activity.

Location: Fujiyoshida

Part of: Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration

GPS coordinates: 35.61500,138.76030

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06