23rd August 2020
Hinoki Cypress Mask
Mt. Yoshino is famous as Nara’s most beautiful cherry blossom spot. In spring, you can see the breath-taking sight of cherry blossom covering the entire mountain. There are 30,000 cherry blossom trees in Yoshino. Since ancient time, heavy rains have nurtured this densely wooded area. In the 16th century, forest management practices were established. In Yoshino’s lumber industry, cedar and...