Shirakami-Sanchi, Mountain range in northern Tohoku region, Japan.
The Shirakami-Sanchi range extends across Aomori and Akita prefectures, containing the largest remaining virgin beech forest in East Asia at elevations up to 1,243 meters.
The beech forests of Shirakami-Sanchi survived the last glacial period, maintaining their natural state while similar forests disappeared throughout northern Japan due to development.
The mountain range became one of Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1993, recognized for its ecological importance and preservation of ancient beech forests.
Visitors must obtain permits seven days in advance to access the protected core area, while the Anmon Falls trail remains accessible without special permission.
The forest shelters 87 bird species and rare animals including Japanese black bears, mountain hawk-eagles, and dormice within its dense beech tree coverage.
Location: Aomori Prefecture
Location: Akita Prefecture
Elevation above the sea: 766 m
GPS coordinates: 40.47000,140.13000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:46
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