Shirakami Mountains - Anmon Falls

The Shirakami Mountains, spanning Aomori and Akita Prefectures, is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site featuring a pristine beech forest untouched by human hands. The Anmon Falls trekking course is a popular route that follows the gorge, visiting three waterfalls: the Third Falls, Second Falls, and First Falls. Along the beech forest walking trail, you can walk through one of the world's largest virgin beech forests and experience the breath of an ancient forest. Guided tours offer detailed learning about the ecology of plants and animals. Experience programs also provide opportunities to encounter Matagi culture.