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From Sōunkyō Gorge to the Daisetsuzan Mountain RangeAuthor: Omachi Keigetsu
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| Original Title | 層雲峡より大雪山へ |
|---|---|
| Author | 大町 桂月 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In Hokkaido’s untamed wilderness, an expedition ventures into Sōunkyō Gorge—a realm of jagged cliffs and crystalline rivers flanked by volcanic pillars that pierce the sky. Guided by a bonsai-foraging woodsman and joined by unlikely companions—a tofu seller turned porter and a mountaineering school principal—the travelers navigate treacherous paths where waterfalls cascade like celestial threads and dwarf pines cling to windswept ridges. Amidst alpine meadows ablaze with rare blooms, they confront nature’s paradoxes: a snake trapped in a gorge’s grip, trout whose mating rituals end in death, and storms that transform campfires into fleeting constellations. As they ascend Daisetsuzan’s sacred peaks, volcanic craters unfold into flower-strewn plains, while distant smoke plumes hint at unseen forces. Yet beyond physical trials lies a deeper reckoning—between human ambition and the mountains’ ancient indifference. Whispers of their disappearance ripple through distant towns, weaving urgency into their quest. Here, every step etches a story of resilience and wonder, where wilderness transcends scenery to become both sanctuary and crucible. |
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