“Small alpine animals can be called souvenirs misplaced by nature or the unfortunate orphans left behind by the earth. (Omitted) The beauty of an object can largely be attributed to its background, and it cannot be denied that the sprawling atmosphere of high mountains highlights that beauty even more. (Omitted) However, it must be told that there are unspeakable miseries and numerous mysterious workings hidden behind the beautiful picture scrolls that unfold to display small mountain animals. ”
“Visiting the Alpine Butterfly ①”1955 ‘Yama to Keikoku’ August issue published by Yama-to-Keikoku-sha
Yukio Tabuchi (1905–1989)
A mountain photographer and insect ecology researcher. Based on Mt. Jonen-dake of the Northern Alps and its foothills in Azumino, he made great strides in his research on the ecologies of alpine butterflies and paper wasps and is often called the Jean-Henri Fabre of Japan. His observations of the alpine butterfly are evidence of his constant, overwhelming love of nature. His achievements are lauded today at the Tabuchi Yukio Memorial Hall in Azumino City, where they are being passed down to the next generation.
