Bamboo and its material can be found all over in Japan because the warm, humid climate that is well suited to its cultivation. It is frequently used in construction and handicrafts. Shakuhachi, is a wind instrument made of bamboo. But bamboo can also be found in walls and floors of buildings as well as decorative purposes. The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of the most popular sights for tourists. Here, you can find a 500-meter path that is really beautiful and photogenic.