Where was the forest in the movie Princess Ghost filmed?

If you have seen Miyazaki Hayao's Ghost of the Princess, you will definitely remember the fantasy forest world presented in the film, and the prototype of this forest is on the Japanese island Yakushima on the World Heritage List.

Yakushima is one of the most worthwhile islands in the southwest of Japan, with lush virgin forests hidden among the rugged peaks. You can walk on any of the countless trails on the island and enjoy the beautiful scenery on the island. For domestic travelers, it is still a relatively small scenic spot.

Yakushima, located at the southern tip of Kyushu Island, is also a part of Dayu Islands in Kagoshima Prefecture. 1993 is listed as a world heritage by UNESCO, and it is one of the most worthwhile islands in the southwest islands of Japan. On the steep mountain peaks on the island, the world-famous cedar grows. Officially, this ancient Cetaceae plant inspired some scenes of Miyazaki Hayao's classic cartoon Princess Ghost. ?

Hiking in the peak and moss-covered forest is Yakushima's main tourist activity, but the island also has some very good seaside hot springs and several beaches. It must be remembered that Yakushima is a place full of extreme climate: the mountains squeeze every drop of water from the clouds passing by, making the inland of the island one of the wettest places in Japan. In winter, the top of the mountain will be covered with snow, while the weather along the coast is still relatively mild. In a word, Yakushima is a beautiful place.