A subtropical UNESCO island of ancient cedar forests, some trees over 2,000 years old. Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke drew its mossy, primeval atmosphere from these slopes.

Best season

April–november (rainy through june)

Crowd level

Moderate

Opening hours

Trailheads dawn–dusk; permit required for some routes

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

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