Designed petals of the national flower, cherry blossoms. A symbolic pattern of spring. The pattern of cherry blossom originates from the Heian Period (794-1185) used for dress, furniture and battle-gear.

Designed petals of the national flower, cherry blossoms. A symbolic pattern of spring. The pattern of cherry blossom originates from the Heian Period (794-1185) used for dress, furniture and battle-gear.

Pine was often used for a traditional pattern. It is a symbol of a long life.

Designed petals of the national flower. A symbolic pattern of spring. The pattern of cherry blossom originates from the Heian Period (794-1185) used for dress, furniture and battle-gear.

Designed petals of the national flower. A symbolic pattern of spring. The pattern of cherry blossom originates from the Heian Period (794-1185) used for dress, furniture and battle-gear.

Maple leaves is traditionally used as a symbol of fall. This subtle color graduation of falling leaves is often employed in Kimonos for its beauty.

Designed weeping cherry trees. A symbolic pattern of spring.

We use the powder for traditional noodles or other dishes as a spice. An opinion says it was brought to Japan in 1542 by a Portuguese missionary.

The lush, fresh and delicate green leaves in early summer delights our eyes.

Designed petals of the national flower, cherry blossoms. A symbolic pattern of spring.

Ipomoea nil, a traditional gardening flower from the Edo Period (1603-1868). A typical pattern for summer.

Maple leaves is traditionally used as a symbol of fall.

A pattern for autumn with Miscanthus and Buschklee (Lespedeza sp.). Buschklee is one of seven autum flowers. We enjoy the full moon in autumn (moon is the brightest in September in orthern hemisphere) and decorate the room with cakes, boiled taros and this autum flower for the autumn feast (Tsukimi=月見).

A fruit of spring.