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Karakura City

Hidden within the Kohaku Mountain Range lies Karakura City. It is the largest city on Karakura Island, the main center of commerce, and the hub for all immigration on the island. With its prime location at the center of the island, many of the land freight routes circulate through the city, making use of its eastern and western tunnels through the mountain ranges.

Karakura City hosts 12 districts, with their own main attractions, with Karakura High School and Community College at the city center. This highlights the main purpose of the city, which is to educate the future citizens of the island. It also has various districts that make the city the main attraction of the island. To the north-east is the Shopping District, where a majority of the city’s shops are located, as well as a wide assortment of apartments for residents. To the west of the plaza is Business Park, a recently renovated district that holds a large number of apartments, as well as other business locations and an official business tower. Kaigan coast is to the south, with the dock being a tourist attraction with its amusement rides. To the east is the inner Ochiba forest, with campsites and a ranger station within. Additionally, it houses a wildlife sanctuary, which holds species ranging from foxes and goats to brown bears.

Within the city borders are multiple other organizations, including Karakura’s government, hospital, a dedicated police force, shrine, and news network. The main branch of Karakura’s Government can be found in the town hall, with a dedicated courthouse for trials. The hospital is located behind the Zikani Train Station and is the main center of medical practice on Karakura Island. To the south is the police station, where the Police force work to protect and serve the citizens. Within Business Park is the News Station, where a privately owned network make sure the Island is supplied with up to date news on current events. Lastly, within the Ochiba Forest is the Shinsei Seinaru Monastery, the main shrine on the Island, dedicated to Shintoist practices.


Tsubasa

Through the Togu tunnel, on the west side of Karakura City, stands the other major city on the island. Karakura’s second hub for transactions, imports, and exports, Tsubasa’s infrastructure rivals Karakura City itself. With its economy close behind the main city, Tsubasa prides itself on its superior importing and exporting power. The city houses the Island’s only airport and the largest port, allowing goods to be transported all over the island. This is the first stop for all immigrants who wish to reside on the island, as well as the main transporters of these new residents to Karakura City.

In recent years, Tsubasa’s growth increased drastically. It was at first a city made safer for the prosperity of the youth, hosting Karakura Elementary in its borders. However, the growth increased to its marketplace, fostering countless shops and restaurants, a public library, and a second large-scale hospital. To the far east of the city is the import terminal, as well as a delivery center. The city’s fleet of 20 trucks traverse the island daily, restocking all the necessities for the main city, as well as the minor towns all over the island.

Tsubasa also holds a second police force with a training regimen derived from Karakura’s main force. This force has a number doubling Karakura City’s own station, all to foster a safe environment for the elementary-age children. It is a self-sufficient city that works to keep all commerce flowing in and out of the island.


Yagi Groves

Nestled in what little remains of the Itsbyoshi Forest, a vast infrastructure built over the course of many decades resides. With roaming fields of rice and taro, that ensures the island’s citizens never go hungry. This district, named after the Itsbyoshi family who originally founded it, is appropriately named the Yagi Groves. It has been the largest manufacturer of crops within the island since its creation, yielding around sixty percent of the island’s annual production. Although it is no longer under the ownership of the Yagi family, it continues to prosper with the addition of modern expansion and innovation.

In the center of these vast fields and orchards, livestock and farmers coexist in a rural community. Each outbuilding and house circle a great tree at the center of the grove. Those who come to call such a place home have a dedicated workstyle and see little rest in producing the goods that maintain the island’s population. Despite the modern advancement, the groves have continued to hold a higher ethical standard than mainland Japan. This has allowed their crops to flourish, with a significant amount of their high quality goods being imported to other regions of Japan for consumption.

Yagi Groves is a major reason as to why Karakura has been self-sufficient and relies sparsely on outside contribution. The self-governing island abridged from its country, has little to fear of being cut off entirely. The Groves will continue to produce bountiful harvests, due to the efforts of the rich soil and those who spent long hours cultivating.


Kaigan Waters & Docks

On the south side of the Island resides the Kaigan waters. With its scenic views and calm ocean waters, it is a main attraction to tourists and natives alike. Karakura City’s dock dwells on the Kaigan shore, and is a destination for all smaller boats, and a resting spot for many larger yachts. The dock also doubles as a hotspot for residents to enjoy the ocean breeze, along with multiple amusement rides and shops.

The sea life that resides in the waters of Kaigan include many species of fish, axolotls, and dolphins. However, in certain seasons, certain species of sharks make their way towards the beaches. During the colder seasons, the waters freeze over, leaving the sea life to migrate from the colder temperatures, but once spring and summer arrive, they return as if they never left.

The Kaigan shore hosts more attractions than just the dock. Firstly, one of the two lighthouses on the island resides on the beach, signaling to ships that are approaching the island. Ensuring no major accidents occur near the city. Additionally, there is the waterpark residing near the beach. With access to a changing room, multiple water slides and diving boards, it provides a safe environment while still on the beachside.


Ochiba Gulf

Along the outskirts of the Ochiba Forest, rest soft sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. Rests the Ochiba Gulf, filled with bright corals and ocean life. Over the decades of the Izu’s history, these shores would be used by sailors and fishermen along with the rest of the shores around the Izu. Diving and snorkeling would become a favorite pastime as new life would come up over the centuries, a small coral reef would start to form with many different colours and species of life.

Smaller sea life would appear from the depths such as sting rays, Clams, and many species of Tuna would migrate to the reef. More notable sealife that would approach the shores would be Blacktip reef Sharks, they would stay away from most people that would approach them.

With the arrival of the new sea life and the dangers of boats and people flocking to the Island, a small group of Marine biologists would form a group that would later turn into a large marine research project called ‘Karakura Sealife Protection Group’, or KSPG. They would protect the Ochiba Gulf and the surrounding area for study and protection of the ever-expanding coral reef. KSPG would build private docks and research buildings for KSPG members and marine researchers.


Kampo Forest

Resting at the south-west of the Island, tucked away between the mountains and the ocean, sits the lonely Kampo Forest. Over the decades, these forests rested quietly from outside forces until the city of Karakura formed ever so slowly. The Kampo Forests consisted of two types of trees; Sugi and Hinoki trees. The Sugi Trees were mainly used in the creation of Temples and Shrines all throughout the Izu, they would be replanted after a certain population of the trees fell as to maintain the forest. Hinoki trees would be used to create the many bridges across the Izu, along with normal house buildings, and many of the older buildings on the island would be made out of these old trees.

Surrounding the bottom of the Kampo floor would be a litter of several different types of foliage, such as the herbs of the Wild Ginger and the Kii Garlic. Near the Ocean and Rivers, Japanese Laurels and Japanese Sedge would grow wild and untamed. Near the bottom of the many trees and in the shade of the leaves would be Hosta. Common flowers within these woods would be Camellias and Maule’s Quince flourishing in the low light setting, and their stunning colour making them pop out among the browns and greens.

Common animals that roam these forests would be Squirrels, Hares, and Red Foxes. Reptiles such as the Common House Lizard would also call these woods home and are most Karakura Izu’s children's first pet.


Itsbyoshi Forest & Palaces
To the east of Karakura City lies the Itsbyoshi Forest, the largest and most mysterious forest of all. Many strange occurrences happened within the confines of the woods, including missing people, ghost stories, and supplies that disappeared en route to a destination. As the island continued to westernize, the island was left mostly untouched due to the strange nature of the forest. Any attempts at gathering timber from the trees led to unexplainable catastrophe happening to the structures built with it.

As time progressed into the modern era, all the mysteries came to their own conclusions. The Itsbyoshi Palaces, which were once a staple of the old era, were replaced with estates, which themselves were reduced to accommodate the rising population. The missing people were involved in cases that were resolved as civilians lost in the woods. The ghost stories were just that, folktales that were aided by the misty environment of the forest. As for the supplies that disappeared, highway robberies that led to the theft of transported goods. After a proper road was formed through the forest, most occurrences stopped.

However, to this day, the stories haunting the forest are still believed by the populace. Spreading rumors of the spirits that dwell within the trees, along with the tales of all that occur within.


The Ochiba Forest: Inner and Outer
Severed by the Kohaku mountains, the Ochiba forest consists of both an inner and outer portion. The smaller of the two, the inner Ochiba forest, resembles something akin to a campground. Log cabins and campfires collect near the center, and pathways sprawl outward, urbanized by the bustling city beside it. Several attractions include that of a nature reserve and fishing ponds which locals often gather to make a wage. Despite the intrusion of civilization, trees of honoke cypress and japanese pine coat the landscape, many caves warped into the mountain side house wildlife such as foxes and bears. These natural features provide a taste of wilderness to the industrialized city of Karakura, while maintaining safety.

The outer Ochiba forest possesses a far different scene, cut off from the majority of the populous due to the mountain range, it is home to another way of life foreign to those living within Izu Karakura cities. The only civilization that remains is that of small rural settlements held by land-owning residences. A slower way of life breathes easy, with an impressive self-sufficiency. Neighbors are far and few between, with dirt roads and decaying structures left abandoned. Dwelling within these woods hosts many natural dangers from fierce and unpredictable lightning storms to rumors of beasts that have no place amongst the environment. This gossip alone drives away new faces and allows the ecosystem to remain relatively untouched, native vegetation and wildlife flourish without disruption from mankind.

Shielded from the influence of other portions of the island, the forest nearly goes unnoticed. Within these forgotten woods, several ruins remain, unknown to the history books. Historical encampments of settlers have been taken back by the woods, grown over and nearly invisible from decades of erosion and natural forces.


Shizukanamichi Woods

The southernmost edge of the island consists of the Shizukanamichi Woods. With its many assortment of trees of varying colors and natures, it is a popular romantic getaway spot. Due to the large amount of traffic from visitors, there are direction markers littered all throughout the forest, making it near impossible to get lost within it.

The forest hosts a variety of camping grounds, hiking trails, and picnic spots. The camping grounds have open sites for groups to congregate and set up tents, as well as already established spots with cabins and campfires. These camp sites also have picnic spots nearby, with tables and clearings for blankets to be laid down. At the very center, there is a clearing of trees that works as a very popular stargazing location.

In the winter, the ranger station hosts stargazing events, where they safely transport guests to the center clearing to ensure nobody gets lost in the bad weather. At the opening, the rangers put on movies for all the guests after a poll on which to play. Snacks and drinks are provided, all sponsored by the island’s government and private donors.


Ichikawa Woods

The Ichikawa Woods occupy the eastern side of the island. One of the smallest forests on the island, it is used as a wildlife sanctuary, more than for raw materials. While it is home to an array of trees, such as Japanese Maples and Beech trees. A portion of the island’s sugar and syrup originate from the maple tree sap. The Beech wood is often sold to woodworkers, due to the versatility of the wood.

Due to an agreement made during the days of the Itsbyoshi Court, the land that the woods inhabit is owned by the Ichikawa family. Due to this, the family requires a formal notice for any use of their land or resources found on it. The family maintains positive relations with the government and many other organizations that have a use for the forest, all as a means to continue moving the island into the future.

Hidden somewhere in the center of the forest, concealed within the foliage, resides Ichikawa Bionic’s laboratory. A science center where many of their breakthroughs were founded within. Many prototypes are developed, as well as a high-tech manufacturing line to produce prosthetics that get sent to the island’s two hospitals. Ichikawa Bionics continues to work towards more breakthroughs, all to increase the quality of life on the island.


Ogonshoku Woods

Sitting between the Ochiba Gulf and Tsubasa sets the quiet forest of the Ogonshoku Woods. Being one of the first forests you see whilst traveling from the mainland to Tsubasa, these woods would be packed with berry bushes, naturally growing Herbs, and home to local Izu-Karakura wildlife. A small row of hills sat nearest the coast, where a small, family-run company sits. They own several cabins within these quiet woods for those who wish to get away from the bustling and busy city life. The caretakers of these cabins travel between the renters, checking in if they need any assistance during their stay. It is said that these woods are the most peaceful within the Izu-Karakura.

The local researchers of the Karakura Sealife Protection Group, or KSPG, are known to use these woods when they need rest or pass through these woods on their way to Tsubasa for supplies. Ruins of old homes and points of interest could be found in these woods, but they would be under the protection of Tsubasa’s Government and Police Force. Tourists would come and take photos of these ruins when they are permitted to by the ruins' caretakers, who keep tourists and delinquents from ruining a part of history.


Motokawa Forest

The common phrase ‘in an ideal world’ is outspoken frequently in Izu-Karakura, where Motokawa Forest has been that ideal world for centuries. Even to this day, the woodland that resides with mountains scaling high, lives with the uniqueness people claim it has, adapting it to a perspective of heartfelt glory. With sanctuaries nowhere as powerful in Karakura, this location plays a key role for tourists and residents alike. The special inaba shidare maples line themselves up naturally with the outskirts of the forest, creating a boundary and enabling the forest’s growth through the shield-like pattern it beholds.

Currently, empty-handed residents voraciously hunt for foods naturally given to them; everything but the biology of the trees, with all other living animals equipping a bounty on their head. The trees closer to the centre squeeze themselves together, embracing to make hammock ends loose, leaving campers upon the bark-ridden floors, with skin resting against spikes of poison ivy. The retention of the dark oak is short-lived, making way for Karakura City’s foolishness, feeding into the vandalism of their architecture.

Spirituality’s awakening found at the shoreline manages to revoke the heinous smell of the sea. So, no matter how gross the trashy, ammonia-like smell, there are always chords unravelling as sheet music at any distance; claimed by the forest that everyone has grown to love.

 
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