Stuck searching for the Nangan Region treasure chest in Forza Horizon 6? Stop driving in circles — the exact location is hiding in plain sight, and this guide gets you there in under 3 minutes!
Playground Games just dropped this week’s Treasure Hunt challenge in the stunning Nangan region — a mountainous Japanese-inspired area with winding roads, hidden trails, and one VERY well-hidden chest that’s driving players absolutely insane!
Table of Contents
Nangan Treasure Hunt – Quick Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Region | Nangan (Japanese-inspired mountain zone) |
| Challenge | Find the hidden treasure chest |
| Reward | 200,000 CR + Super Wheelspin |
| Difficulty | Medium-Hard (well-hidden location) |
| Time to Complete | ~3 minutes with this guide |
| Requirement | Must complete prerequisite photo challenge |
Exact Treasure Chest Location
| Step | Direction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fast travel to Nangan Main Festival Site |
| 2 | Head NORTH on the mountain pass road |
| 3 | At the fork (1.2 km in), take the LEFT dirt trail |
| 4 | Follow the trail past the red torii gate |
| 5 | Look for a small stone shrine on your RIGHT |
| 6 | Chest is behind the shrine under a maple tree |
The chest is nestled between two large rocks behind the shrine — easily missed if you’re speeding past at 200 mph!
Nangan Region Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Theme | Japanese mountain countryside |
| Road Types | Winding tarmac + dirt trails |
| Landmarks | Torii gates, shrines, hot springs |
| Best Car for Exploration | Any rally-tuned A-class vehicle |
| Danger Signs | 3 available (mountain cliff jumps) |
| Bonus Boards | 15 hidden across the region |
The Nangan region draws inspiration from real-world Japanese countryside aesthetics — winding mountain passes, traditional architecture, and breathtaking autumn scenery that makes exploration genuinely enjoyable!

Best Vehicle for Treasure Hunting
| Vehicle | Class | Why It’s Perfect |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota GR86 (rally tune) | A 782 | Perfect dirt trail handling |
| Subaru WRX STI | A 750 | All-terrain domination |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Evo | A 790 | Fast + nimble on narrow trails |
Pro tip: Use the GPS line on your minimap — it won’t lead directly to the chest but gets you to the shrine area quickly!
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FAQs
Do I need to complete the photo challenge before finding the treasure?
Yes! The treasure chest only spawns after completing the prerequisite Nangan photo challenge first!
What’s the reward for the Nangan treasure hunt?
200,000 Credits plus a Super Wheelspin — one of the best weekly rewards this season!