Aokigahara: The Forest of Shadows

Aokigahara. A sea of trees at the base of Mount Fuji,

shrouded in legend and silence. It is a place where iron-rich volcanic soil renders

compasses useless, and the silence is so heavy it feels physical. But why do

so many feel called here? It is more than just nature; it is a

cultural and spiritual weight that draws them in. In the shadow of the mountain,

the forest remains a dark mirror of the human soul.