Experience the dreamy, magical glow of fireflies in the Nagatani Valley

Although firefly viewing has become increasingly rare due to the spread of urbanization, Nagatani Valley, located near the 400-year-old town of Sakawa, offers the opportunity for you to witness these little bugs in all of their glory

From being seen as spirits of warriors who fell in battle, to metaphors of passionate love, fireflies have inspired countless artists and writers for centuries, and you’ll surely understand why once you’ve witnessed the surreal magic of their pulsing glow

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