Aokigahara Jukai : Discovering the story of the land through the forest.
I recently travelled to Rausu and the Notsuke Peninsula in Hokkaido. When I first visited Shiretoko in winter about five years ago, I was simply overwhelmed by the sight of the Sea of Okhotsk covered in drift ice. At that time, I didn’t give much thought to its ecological role or the creatures living there. …
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The Tranquil Drama of a Winter Morning The scenery around Mt. Fuji transforms into a quiet, almost mysterious scene as winter approaches. This is true on calm mornings of late November and December at Lake Saiko, where a natural phenomenon known as “steam fog” frequently occurs. Understanding the Phenomenon Steam fog is a natural phenomenon …
The Oniwa and Okuniwa Scenic Routes You don’t need to be a seasoned hiker to experience the profound beauty of Mt. Fuji up close. Even if you’re not confident in your stamina, you can still immerse yourself in the mountain’s majestic scenery and geological history. We recommend two easy-to-access routes near the 5th Station: the …
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