This large coniferous tree has a solitary scaly greyish trunk up to 2 m (6 ft) in diameter and horizontal branching that forms a pyramidal or domed crown. It has dark green needle-like leaves and the yellowish-green female cones appear in the upper branches.

Hardiness zones 5 to 9 

Abies firma is naturally found in Japan from Honshu to Shikoku, Kyushu and Yakushima growing in mixed coniferous forest in the mountains and valleys from an altitude of 300 m to 1500 m (4,800 ft). 

It grows in dry and moist regions on well-drained moderately fertile soils with a pH 6-7.8. It prefers an open sunny to partial shade (when young) position and is frost and slightly drought tolerant.

Japanese Fir is grown for its majestic habit and foliage. It is used in parks and large gardens as a foundation plant or used in woodland settings. It is suitable for inland and low-mountain regions establishing in 4-6 years and is very long-lived. This large coniferous tree is also grown for its timber that is used in construction. ID 3628

Note:
Care should be taken when selecting a sight allowing ample room for it to grow as it has vigorous roots that can lift concrete and block drains.

Abies (AH-bee-ays) firma (FIR-mah)  

Pinaceae (py-NAY-see-ee)
Larches, spruces, pines, firs, hemlocks and cedars