Tateshina-Genseirin Primeval Forest

Located in the heart of Nagano Prefecture, just a 3- to 4-hour drive from Tokyo, the Tateshina-Genseirin Primeval Forest showcases nature’s remarkable resilience. Ancient trees, wrapped in thick vines, twist and curve around volcanic boulders as their roots grip moss-covered stones. These roots spread across the thin layer of topsoil, resting atop an ancient lava flow. Untouched for millennia, this virgin forest thrives in wild, unspoiled beauty, a testament to nature’s enduring strength.