Japanese cedar trees near Kyoto, Japan.

Japanese cedar trees (Petasites japonicus) with branches cleared to develop a smooth exterior. Tree trunks are used as a feature in living room alcoves. Children harvest the trees their grandparents planted, nurture and cultivate trees their parents plant and  plant new trees for future generations.  West of Kyoto, Takao area, Japan.  To see more images from Japan visit EastepPhotogrpahy.com