- young pine; New Year's symbolic pine decoration
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
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- young pine
- New Year's symbolic pine decoration
This refers to a young tree, specifically a pine tree that is still in its early stages of growth. It often symbolizes strength and resilience due to the evergreen nature of pine trees.
This meaning pertains to a traditional decoration used in Japan during New Year's celebrations, known as "kado-matsu," which consists of young pine branches arranged in a specific way to welcome deities for the new year.
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