Antique vase with a picture of bamboo. Porcelain, painting, gilding. workshops of Kutani. Japan, XX century

Bamboo is a symbol of undying love, goodness in the family, good luck in any field. This is a symbol of growth, an image of a noble husband, what a man should be when it comes to trials. Bamboo is associated with longevity, the ability to overcome any obstacles. When bad weather - bamboo bends to the ground, but does not break, when the storm leaves, it rises again to the sun.

The Japanese associate bamboo with strength and eternal youth, devotion. According to legend, bamboo drives out evil spirits. It is a divine plant that is revered along with the gods. Musical instruments, talismans and charms were made from it.