Bijinbayashi Forest

Nestled on a 3-hectare hillside in Matsunoyama Matsuguchi, this beech forest boasts century-old trees that lend a unique beauty to the landscape. Known as the "Beautiful Forest," its name echoes the elegance of the standing trees. In the late Taisho era (1912-1926), the entire forest was felled for charcoal production, leaving the mountain bare. However, the following year witnessed a spectacular rebirth as beech trees sprouted and flourished, shaping the mountain's present appearance. This forest is also a thriving habitat for various wild birds.

Throughout the seasons, the beautiful beech forest unveils different expressions:

In spring, young leaves emerge against lingering snow, signaling the arrival of the season.

Summer invites you to experience a cool breeze amid vibrant greenery, with temperatures reportedly 2°C lower than the surrounding areas.

Autumn transforms the forest into a palette of yellows and oranges, enchanting visitors as if stepping into a living painting.

Winter blankets the area in a "silver world," where sunlight sparkles on the snow on sunny days.