noun
mountain forest; forest land; woodland
Refers to forested areas on mountains or hills, often in the context of forestry, land use, or natural scenery.
この地域の山林は杉の木が多い。
The mountain forests in this area have many cedar trees.
山林を所有している
I own some forest land, but maintaining it is hard work.
noun
mountains and forests
Used when referring to both mountains and forests collectively, often in literary or descriptive contexts.
彼は山林を愛し、よくハイキングに出かける。
He loves mountains and forests and often goes hiking.