Kyoto Miku — Firefly Hunting on the Philosopher’s Path

Kyoto Miku enjoys a quiet summer night along the Philosopher’s Path, where fireflies dance above the gentle stream.  

In Japan, “hotaru-gari” (firefly hunting) is a cherished early-summer tradition — not for capturing, but for admiring their fleeting glow.  

The Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto is one of the most poetic places to experience this moment, surrounded by willow trees and soft lantern light.  

Through this artwork, I wanted to capture that calm beauty — the silence, the light, and the breath of Kyoto’s summer night.

Kyoto Miku by Mikan Tomo

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