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Secrets from Japan and Beyond's avatar

Thank you for your comment!

It sure is...there's nothing quite like it.

If you have the chance to come to Japan, I suggest going to places other than Arashiyama in Kyoto:) ( it's beautiful but too crowded IMO)

https://www.tokyoweekender.com/travel/alternative-bamboo-forests-japan-arashiyama/

On the other hand when I was researching this article I was surprised to discover how many other countries have bamboo as a native plant!

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George Anderson's avatar

A lifetime ago I spent many nights in Okinawa guarding an armory in a bamboo grove. When the wind hit just right it would sound like people chattering.

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Secrets from Japan and Beyond's avatar

Wow that's a intriguing image, thank you for your comment!

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Kenneth Yap's avatar

The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter is indeed a beautiful fairy tale. I used to play with bamboo poles, but have never had the experience of standing in a grove of living bamboo stalks: it must be a magical experience!

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