Angel Forest Shirakawakogen Live Cam

Ancient Origins and Formation

The Angel Forest Shirakawakogen occupies a highland plateau at an elevation of roughly 1,200 meters, formed by volcanic uplift during the Pleistocene epoch. Underlying strata of andesitic lava flows and pyroclastic deposits created a gently undulating terrain ideal for deep soil development, fostering rich forest growth. Over millennia, glacial meltwater carved shallow ravines and deposited alluvial soils, resulting in a heterogeneous topography where beech, fir, and birch communities thrive. This combination of volcanic geology and glacial sculpting defines the unique landforms that make Angel Forest Shirakawakogen a “scenic nature park” in Fukushima.