Through somebody at TikTok I learned a new Japanese word that I love, Komorebi. It refers to light filtering through trees and casting a shadow on the ground. It induces a sense of wonder in those observing it. Google the word, there is a lot to it. So a light went off in my head on this because I’ve always loved sunlight through leaves and I love dappled shadows.
Above is what I mean by dappled shadows.
Dappled Shadows on my backyard fence.
Light filtering through leaves at a local park.
Backing off a little bit from the same tree and you get the filtered light and the dappled shadows.
I love this word, it names a feeling that I have had for a long time. When I go hiking I’ve shot a lot of photos at the end of the day especially of the sun peaking through the leaves or branches. Dappled shadows that I come upon often leaves me amazed. Especially when the wind is blowing and I’m watching shadows moved.
Since I have learned the word, I am seeing Komorebi everywhere I look almost.
I am linking with Shadow Shot Sunday
I didn’t know that word, thank you for it! English really doesn’t have enough words, does it? I mean, look at the word “love.” So many types, and other languages have different words for those types. Thanks for participating!
…and filter through it dies.
How interesting to read about this today! Hello from Japan. Arrived Tokyo last night. Hope to see some fall colors, including komorebi sights.
Yes, there is a word for what you describe. I have wondered for years, believe it or not. Alana ramblinwitham
You’ve got some beautiful komorebi there in Oklahoma! Thank you for sharing the link to my article about it. I’m happy you are like that beautiful word and concept.
Beautiful shadow shots!
A fascinating mood, the light in the trees… and of course the word which mean this. Lovely Post.
I like that word. I too have liked dappled sunshine through the trees.