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Shou-chiku-bai

松竹梅 ・ しょうちくばい ・ shouchikubai


A traditional pattern consisting of pine (matsu), bamboo (take), and plum (ume) blossom. The bamboo is shown in the form of bamboo leaves (sasa). It is considered a lucky combination since all three plants can withstand the cold. The design is associated with happy occasions.

Also written as shochikubai.  


#plant #combination #grouping
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