In Japan, in the final days of February, a war is beginning. The WAR of the WORLDS! Namely,
the war between the human and plant worlds. This is the time of year when the flora and fauna take revenge on humans for ravaging and polluting their world. The first bombardment comes from the “Japanese Cedar”. The cedars release their sexual spores, commonly known as “KAFUN”, into the air. The attack is quick and savage. Many refuse to leave the house during this strike. The victims of this attack suffer from “KAFUN SHO”, better known to the western world as “hay fever”. The casualties number in the thousands. The human world’s only line of defense is a variety of surgical masks, goggles, medicines and teas. All of which, provide some relief, but are a poor defense against the potency of the menacing pollen. The survivors of the first wave usually fall victim later by a second onslaught of flowers, wild grass, vegetation and scrubs. As for me, I am one of the lucky survivors. I am one of the strong few that…ACHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
