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It was a privilege to be part of photographing a research conference in Japan, gathering religious scholars and leaders from diverse ancient civilizations such as Jewish, Sumer, Himalayan, Maya, Theotiwakan, and Azteca. The attendees shared their deep knowledge of ancient wisdom and sought to rediscover the sustainable symbiotic society of the Jomon period through visiting and researching ancient sites in the Tohoku region. This joined wisdom can serve as a guide to help human society make a better future. I feel immensely grateful for the opportunity to document this incredible journey.