
Plum Blossom
The lovely shape of the plum blossom, its fragrance, and its unique branching are loved by many. Plum blossoms have been appreciated in Japan for over one thousand years, and appear in many classic works of Japanese art and literature, including Japan's oldest poetry anthology, the Manyoshu. Plum blossom motifs appear in Japanese crafts and kimonos, picture scrolls and ukiyo-e. Bring plum blossom motifs into your home for a classic design that's always in style.
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