In Japan, the scarlet maple leaves in autumn and the pale pink cherry blossoms in spring have long fascinated people with their striking splendor and transitoriness since the period called the Heian (794-1185).
They have been traditionally respected as the most essential aesthetic subjects of "Mono no aware," which is Japanese inherent feeling of sadness or pathos about our fleeting world.
Autumnal leaves and cherry blossoms have been historically presented in various Japanese classical literature and fine arts and crafts.
In traditional Japanese expression, the vivid beauty of autumn leaves can be compared to the silk fabric “Nishiki” (brocade). Nishiki is a general term for brilliant silk fabrics in which the ground color and pattern are woven together with various colored threads.
In the glow of the autumn afternoon, the colorful leaves of Momiji (maple tree) are sparkling radiantly as if to try to crown their last glory.
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