山林
Meanings
1
mountain forest; forest land; woodland
Refers to forested areas on mountains or hills, often in the context of forestry, land use, or natural scenery.
The mountain forests in this area have many cedar trees.
I own some forest land, but maintaining it is hard work.
2
mountains and forests
Used when referring to both mountains and forests collectively, often in literary or descriptive contexts.
He loves mountains and forests and often goes hiking.
Usage patterns
- 山林を所有するto own forest land
My grandfather owns a large tract of forest land deep in the mountains.
- 山林を管理するto manage/maintain forest land
The villagers take turns managing the mountain forest.
- 山林を開発するto develop mountain forest land (e.g. for construction or agriculture)
This company has plans to develop the mountain forest and build a resort.
- 山林に入るto enter the mountain forest
I went into the mountain forest to pick mushrooms.