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EspañolThe Garden of Truth
Director: Tsuyoshi Kumeta
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Country: Japan
Synopsis
A filmmaker journeys deep into the mountains of Japan, to the remote town of Maniwa. There, people have lived in harmony with the forest for generations. What is their way of life like? Why do they continue to live this way in the modern age? With these questions in mind, the filmmaker sets out in search of answers. People living with trees. Families bound by nature. Through their hands, the filmmaker discovers a deeper meaning of life.
Objectives
The goal of this film is to share the quiet beauty and depth of life rooted in Japan’s mountainous regions with a global audience. In a world increasingly shaped by urbanization and speed, the film invites viewers to reconsider the value of living in harmony with nature and to reflect on what it means to live sustainably and meaningfully. By going beyond surface-level images of Japan, the film reveals the deeper layers of rural life—its connection to land, memory, tradition, and family. It seeks to awaken curiosity about a more grounded, human way of living, and to encourage a kind of travel that is not just about sightseeing, but about genuine encounters. Ultimately, the film hopes to shed light on lesser-known places like Maniwa, fostering appreciation for their cultural richness and inspiring interest in slow travel and regional revitalization. Through the hands and voices of those who live with the forest, the film aims to leave a quiet yet lasting impression of the strength and grace found in living close to the earth.
