Mother Tree

This giant Japanese beech, estimated to be 400 years old, is seen as a symbol of the Shirakami area. The tree is around 30 meters high and its trunk is 4.65 meters in circumference. A walking path provides convenient access; there's also an observatory nearby which offers a view of Mt. Iwaki and Mt. Oppudake.

Spot details

Address: Aomori Prefecture Nakatsugaru-gun Nishimaya Mura Kawabe National Forest Map
Area: Hirosaki / Kuroishi / Mt. Iwaki Area
Phone: 0172853021
Closed: Mid-Nov.-Late May (closed in winter)
*Subject to change depending on snow conditions in previous years
Parking Lot: Available(8spaces)