Sefuri-san Mountain — Hidden Beech Forest Summit

**Summit beech grove:** The beech forest begins at approximately 800m and continues to the summit — 277m of continuous broadleaf canopy. In October, the beech leaves turn pale gold before falling, creating a floor-level carpet that extends to the horizon. This specific ecosystem is rare in Kyushu. **Winter conditions:** January–February, the summit carries 20–50cm of snow — the beech trees develop snow accumulation on their branches that creates a structural ice sculpture effect on clear post-storm mornings. Crampons necessary for the upper section.