図柄Motif library
Motifs and what they mean.
24 traditional motifs. Filter by kind or method, or search by name, kanji or placement.
Koi鯉
2–6
Perseverance. The carp that climbs the waterfall becomes a dragon.
Dragon龍
6–20
Wisdom and protection. A water spirit, never a beast of fire.
Tiger虎
4–12
Courage, and a guard against bad luck and disease.
Snake蛇
3–8
Renewal and protection. Sheds its skin, keeps its secrets.
Crane鶴
2–5
Long life and fidelity. Cranes are said to live a thousand years.
Fox狐
2–6
Cunning and the divine. Messenger of Inari, shape-shifter, trickster.