Post by Japan - The Government of Japan

#PhotoOfTheMonth: A nameless pond that captivated the world.🪷 Summer is the best season to see why an ordinary irrigation pond in Seki City, Gifu prefecture, became extraordinary. Crystal-clear water, blooming lilies, and vibrant koi create a landscape that has captivated visitors around the world. The turning point came when local residents took ownership. Reimagining it not as what was once an everyday piece of rural infrastructure, but as a place of beauty, volunteers cleared the water, planted lilies, and introduced colorful koi. Through these ongoing efforts, they transformed a simple water source into a masterpiece. Today, volunteers continue to care for the paths, proving how local devotion can rediscover the value of familiar places and pass it down to future generations.🌍