A private journey connecting volcanic origins and ancient faith, led by an experienced guide .
Tracing the 1,200 year evolution of the forest, born from fire upon an ancient lake.
About
I guide you into the story of this land and its people, not as an observer from the outside, but as if we are stepping into the story together.
The volcanic earth, the flow of water, and the traces of pilgrims.
Rather than just offering explanations, I prefer to observe with you what is here today. I value the time we spend together, walking the land at your own pace.
Tour
All tours are private, ensuring a personalized experience. In addition to the two recommended plans, I offer custom-made itineraries tailored to your requests. For your convenience, pick-up and drop-off services are available at Kawaguchiko Station and hotels within the Lake Kawaguchiko area.
The plans below are for those with a car or staying near Lake Saiko.
I offer private walks during the quiet hours.
Field Notes
A collection of my daily observations and travel notes. I share the quiet beauty of the landscape alongside practical insights not found in guidebooks, hoping to help you find your own pace and path through the Mount Fuji area and across Japan.
Summer Mornings in the Jukai Forest and Its Lava Caves
On hot summer mornings, the lake is calm, wrapped in a blanket of morning mist. It is a sign that another scorching day is beginning. The hot days continue, with no signs of an evening shower yet. During the day, fawns rest quietly in the shade, and wild birds gather at the water’s edge to …
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Life on a single Japanese maple
In front of my workspace stands a single Japanese maple tree. On its trunk, I noticed a black insect clinging motionless to the bark. Looking closer, it appeared to be a type of wasp already dead, still attached to the wood. Extending from the tip of its abdomen was a needle-like structure stuck deep into …
Famous views are fine, but…
The rainy Jukai forest is beautiful.A gentle rain is just right for a walk. Another good thing about a rainy day is that it frees us from the need to see the famous views. The rain changes our perspective.Instead of looking into the distance, we begin to look closely at our feet. It brings a …