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  2. Cherry blossom - Wikipedia

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    The traditional symbolism of cherry blossoms as a metaphor for the ephemeral nature of life is associated with the influence of Shinto, [37] embodied in the concept of mono no aware (物の哀れ) [a] (the pathos of things). [38] The connection between cherry blossoms and mono no aware dates back to 18th-century scholar Motoori Norinaga. [38]

  3. Hanami - Wikipedia

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    Hanami picnics in front of Himeji Castle, 2005 Osaka Castle. Hanami (花見, "flower viewing") is the Japanese traditional custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers; flowers (花, hana) in this case almost always refer to those of the cherry (桜, sakura) or, less frequently, plum (梅, ume) trees. [1]

  4. List of plants with symbolism - Wikipedia

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    Apple blossom: Preference, better ... Cherry blossom: A good education [2] [5] [4] white: ... Rose symbolism – a more expansive list of symbolic meanings of the ...

  5. Konohanasakuya-hime - Wikipedia

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    Konohanasakuya-hime is the goddess of Mount Fuji and all volcanoes in Japanese mythology; she is also the blossom-princess and symbol of delicate earthly life. [1] [2] She is often considered an avatar of Japanese life, especially since her symbol is the sakura (cherry blossom).

  6. Sakura Sakura - Wikipedia

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    Symbolism of Sakura (cherry blossom) is deeply rooted in the culture of Japan. This is because it symbolizes the transience of life and impermanence. 'Falling flowers' is a metaphor to represent the warriors who died in battles and souls of the dead.

  7. List of kigo - Wikipedia

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    plum blossom (梅 ume) – early spring; cherry blossoms (桜 sakura) and cherry blossom-viewing (花見 hanami) – late spring (April) – for the Japanese, cherry blossoms are such a common topic that in just mentioning blossoms (hana) in haiku it is assumed they are cherry blossoms. Hanami is an occasion for partying with friends or coworkers.

  8. 11 Stunning Photos of Cherry Blossoms Just in Time for Spring

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    The rosy pink and white buds will be blooming anytime now.

  9. Hanakotoba - Wikipedia

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    Meaning Image アマリリス ... Cherry blossom: Kind, gentle, transience of life Cherry blossom: ... Plant symbolism; References Gatti, Sabrina (2016). Lieve ed ...