Aokigahara Jukai : Discovering the story of the land through the forest.
Long ago, there was an ancient pilgrimage route called the Izu Mineheji on the Izu Peninsula. I recently walked the West Izu section of this path. The coastline was rugged, with dramatic rocks shaped by old volcanic activity. Facing Suruga Bay, the deepest bay in Japan, this area has long been blessed with excellent natural …
The temperature is rising, and I find myself spending more time guiding out on the lake. Perhaps due to the lack of snow this winter, the water level has dropped significantly. As a result, the lava walls rising from the water appear much taller than usual.The border between the black and white on the wall …
May has arrived, and the forest is coming to life with fresh green leaves.On the edge of the woodland, a large Katsura tree is once again covered in lush foliage. Walking through the trees, you might notice the sweet, subtle scent of Japanese Bird Cherry in the air.A young male deer, having survived the harsh …