Artist's commentary
Burning fallen leaves
Even in Gensokyo, supposedly smaller than the outside world-
The changing of the seasons is surprisingly different.
As the faded autumn leaves flutter in the wind,
The trees reveal their branches, and Youkai Mountain is already covered in a blanket of snow.
Meanwhile, in the Forest of Magic, filled with mana, its blessings continue until the autumn evening.
Charcoal smoke begins to rise from the lost bamboo forest,
And in the human village, sake brewed with newly harvested rice is added to the menu at izakayas.
It seems that humans and youkai are gathering at Hakurei Shrine, perhaps taking advantage of this opportune moment.
Tonight, they will once again bring seasonal produce and share a sip of sake.
On a cold, still night, countless stars twinkle high in the sky,
Cheerful laughter could be heard.

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