‘God’s Crossing’ Vanishes at Lake Suwa: Japan’s Sacred Ice Threatened by Climate Change
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Feb 16, 2026, 14:15 IST | Updated: Feb 16, 2026, 14:15 IST
For centuries, the sacred “God’s Crossing” at Lake Suwa has drawn priests and parishioners to witness a rare communion with nature. But climate change has silenced the phenomenon for eight winters, leaving locals fearful that this unique ritual may be lost forever. This story highlights the fragile link between tradition and the changing climate.
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