The Nature of Japan

World-famous photographer Mike Yamashita's stunning visual journey through Japan’s serene and timeless landscapes

The Nature of Japan is Michael Yamashita’s deeply personal photographic exploration of Japan, shaped by his lifelong connection to his ancestral homeland and decades as a National Geographic photographer.

The book traces Yamashita’s journey from his first visit to Japan—sparked by a desire to understand his heritage—through years of immersion in the country’s landscapes, tradition...