Narusawa Lava Tree Molds, Natural monument in Narusawa, Japan.
The Narusawa Lava Tree Molds contain twelve cylindrical cavities formed when molten lava solidified around large tree trunks during volcanic activity.
These geological formations emerged during Mount Fuji's substantial eruption in 864, when slow-moving lava engulfed the forest and created permanent imprints of trees.
The Japanese government recognizes these geological formations as Special Natural Monuments, highlighting their significance in understanding volcanic processes and natural history.
Visitors can access all twelve numbered molds through designated paths, with protective fencing installed around each cavity to ensure safety during observation.
The concentration of multiple lava tree molds in such close proximity makes this location one of the few sites worldwide to display this geological phenomenon.
Location: Narusawa
GPS coordinates: 35.48000,138.69833
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:09
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