Magome — Morning Light
I usually arrive before the crowds. This is the hour when Magome still belongs to its residents. We often pause here, while the village is still quiet.
Open Hills — Unhurried Views
To me, the terraces are not simply landscapes to be admired. They are silent reminders of the countless lives, hardships, and quiet determination that shaped rural Japan over centuries.
Tsumago — Evening Dignity
Lantern glow brushes against darkened timber. As evening gathers, the post town feels timeless—calm, warm, and deeply historic. It always brings back memories of my childhood.
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Short films from recent private journeys along the Nakasendo.
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Nature: Emerald-green rivers and Forest
Beyond the old road lie clear rivers and forest valleys. When the journey allows, I sometimes lead guests into these quieter landscapes, far from the familiar route.
Narai Nakasendo Trail via Torii Pass — Quiet Elegance
The trail crosses a deeply wooded landscape, opening occasionally toward Mt. Ontake. As a child, I often heard Kiso-bushi, the old folk song of the Kiso Valley. Even now, walking here sometimes brings its melody quietly back to me.
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Short films from recent private journeys along the Nakasendo.
Watch on Instagram →Begin planning your private journey.