Big Buddha of Kamakura
3D Radiance Field Reconstruction
The Tallest Trees
Have the Deepest Roots
Japan is often seen as a symbol of progress. Trains that glide at incredible speeds, conveyor belts that deliver meals, and cities lit by glowing neon and robotic charm. Especially in Tokyo, the future seems to meet the present.
every present moment is grown from what came before. Like a tree rising tall into the sky, its strength depends on the roots buried deep beneath it. Japan has deep roots. The cultures, rituals, and reverence stretch far back into time.
Just an hour from Kyoto, the primeval forest of Nara still grows untouched beyond its footpaths. Here, nature is given space to grow. Towering mossy trees, cherry blossoms falling like snow, gentle deer crossing your path, and a sky that opens wide, these are reminders of the quiet strength of nature, and the bounty it delivers when we harmonize with it.
Tradition coexists with daily life. Shinto shrines marked by red torii gates appear tucked between skyscrapers, lining forest paths, or perched on restaurant shelves. Buddhist temples are just as common. Both invite moments of stillness, gratitude, remembrance, and trust in what’s ahead.
While popular sites can feel crowded, peace isn’t far. Stepping even briefly off the communal path can reveal something quieter. A view less photographed. A moment more your own. Often, a moment of presence and reflection. Where calm arrives, and something lasting may take root.
The past nurtures our present, and our present carries the responsibility to shape a more thoughtful future. In Japan, tradition and innovation exist side by side. They move together, not apart. When we slow down and pay attention, we start to see how memory shapes progress. With care and intention, we can grow something lasting.
Photos of Japan
