The Wandering Kodama
The Cedar Grove
The cedar grove in Sugisawa was dense and contained ponds, misty marshes, and moss-covered trees. Although there were insects, birds, and small animals present, the forest remained relatively quiet. A stream flowed next to a narrow footpath leading to the Buddhist temple, moving over rocks and beneath large fern fronds. Small fish swam in the water, and birds landed on the bank to drink. Occasionally, small flashes of light appeared among the