Far backcountry life in Japan

Bamboo chopping for Bamboo charcoal making was done. It is winter work since bamboo is dry and there is less possibility of insect invasion. Cutting bamboo from forest is good for expecting next bamboo sprout.
Last bamboo charcoal was not perfect but result was OK which charcoals are available for cooking.

New year stared visiting nearest shrine on 1st Jan just 5 minutes walk from home. Thanks for harvest of ginkgo nuts.