In Japan

This breathtaking image captures a quiet, meditative moment in a Japanese bamboo forest, where a stone staircase ascends through an arching canopy of tall, slender bamboo. Sunlight filters through the dense green foliage, casting a soft, ethereal glow that enhances the sense of calm and seclusion. The path, flanked by woven bamboo railings, draws the eye forward into the misty distance, inviting contemplation and connection with nature. Photographer Daniil Korzhonov masterfully conveys the stillness and beauty of this iconic landscape, a symbol of Japan’s deep reverence for the natural world.