By Ambient Exploration
This immersive video captures a peaceful rainy morning forest walk on Mount Daisen, Tottori Prefecture. Beginning with the sound of rain falling on lush green leaves, the route takes you up steps toward Daisen Temple (大仙寺), a well-known Buddhist temple located midway up the slopes of the volcanic Mount Daisen (大山). The walk follows stone paths through beautiful beech forests, offering viewers an authentic atmosphere of Japan’s early rainy season.
Notably, the journey continues to Ogamiyama Shrine (大神山神社), a significant Shinto shrine at the foot of Mt. Daisen, frequently visited by hikers and pilgrims. The shrine’s stone-paved approach—one of the longest in Japan—features mossy stones and dense woodland, adding to the region’s serene spiritual ambiance. Alongside, the Sada River flows quietly through the forest, further enhancing the soothing natural soundscape throughout the walk.
Mount Daisen, often compared in shape to Mt. Fuji, is prized for its rich flora, hiking trails, and historic religious sites. Many travelers come to explore its natural beauty and tranquil temple grounds without crowds. As the video takes a loop through the lush forest trails, viewers can appreciate the textures of moss, the sound of footsteps on wet stone, and the evocative mood of rural Japan in the rainy season—making this a perfect video for those seeking calming, lesser-traveled destinations in Tottori.