The phrase "The unwaking world was as hushed as a deep forest" from Haruki Murakami's "Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World" evokes a sense of tranquility and stillness. It suggests a realm that is untouched and serene, akin to the atmosphere one might find in an undisturbed natural setting. This imagery highlights the contrast between the noise of everyday life and the peacefulness of a more primitive, quiet existence.