Okama, a crater lake bordering Yamagata and Miyagi prefectures, is famous for its gorgeous emerald green colors, surrounded by a volcanic environment.
With that said, I haven’t seen it yet. Instead, Mother Earth disguised as heavy fog created an otherworldly place.
The wind blew and a path was revealed. Where was everyone going?
A shrine was waiting at the peak – Enkishikinaisha Zaokattamine Shrine (延喜式内社 蔵王刈田嶺神社). When most shrines use 2-5 kanji, this one stays memorable with 12.
These mounds are called “sei,” a way for people to connect with the gods and show appreciation for their blessings.
What would have been ordinary during a clear day became surreal. This, too, was a blessing.
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