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Thrilling Honshu Cross-Island Walking TourAuthor: Oshikawa Shunrō
| Original Title | 本州横断 痛快徒歩旅行 |
|---|---|
| Author | 押川 春浪 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | A band of intrepid travelers embarks on an arduous trek across Honshu’s untamed wilderness, battling scorching sun, torrential rains, and treacherous mountain passes. Reduced to four members after losing companions, the group—led by the boisterous General Yoshioka—presses onward through desolate gorges, roaring waterfalls, and remote plateaus where few dare to venture. Their journey brims with peril: collapsing bridges force daring river crossings, eerie laborers brandishing dynamite eye them menacingly, and inhospitable inns test their resolve. Yet moments of triumph abound—discovering hidden waterfalls, outracing horse carriages with sheer grit, and rescuing a drowning steed mid-storm. \nAmidst the chaos, camaraderie shines through: late-night ghost stories in creaking lodges, impromptu speeches rallying villagers, and laughter echoing over shared hardships. The travelers’ sunburned faces and tattered clothes draw stares from fashionable crowds, but their unyielding spirit defies convention. As they navigate volcanic craters, fog-shrouded cliffs, and hostile terrain, each challenge fuels their determination. Yet mysteries linger—abandoned ruins hinting at forgotten tragedies, encounters with shadowy figures, and landscapes that pulse with both beauty and danger. What awaits at journey’s end? A glimpse of the Japan Sea’s boundless horizon offers only a fleeting answer, leaving readers yearning to join this unforgettable odyssey where every step thrills and terrifies in equal measure. |
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