Synopsis

The Japanese honeybee, a wilder relative of its Western counterpart, yields less honey – a less commercially viable product. Yet, the multifloral honey it produces boasts a flavor both rich and complex. Cultivating these bees offers hobbyist beekeepers a deeper connection to the profound and unpredictable aspects of the natural world. Through observing them, we discover innovative methods of care and the remarkable strategies they employ to evade predators.