Hotaka Mountain Trail Marker, Nagano Alps

English

Hiking deep into the Northern Japan Alps in September — and this weathered wooden trail sign caught my eye. The patina, the moss, the honest craftsmanship of mountain markers like this one remind me why I love alpine trekking. Every worn edge tells a story of countless hikers who came before.

日本語

９月の北アルプス登山で見つけた、年季の入った木製の標識。苔むいて、風化して、でもしっかり山道を示している。こういう地味な登山道具の味わい、最高だな！！