Tenugui (Asagao) snowdome Kadomatsu are traditional Japanese New

Kadomatsu are traditional Japanese New Year decorations placed at the entrance of homes as a signpost for the Toshigami-sama

The chrysanthemum symbolizes immortality and longevity

looks almost ready to eat

In times when child mortality was high

Tenugui (Asagao) snowdome Kadomatsu are traditional Japanese NewDescription Morning glories are symbolic of summer in Japan and have been cherished for centuries. During the Edo period, cultivating them became a popular pastime, leading to the creation of many beautiful varieties. The flowers bloom in the early morning and wilt by midday, symbolizing fleeting beauty and the transience of life. In the language of flowers, they represent "love" and "ephemeral love." As a cherished summer tradition, they are often