Introduced from China from the Nara period to the Heian period. A typical plant that symbolizes longevity based on traditional Japanese play “Noh”. In fact...

Since ancient times in China, Empress tree has been respected as a tree inhabited by the fantasy bird, the phoenix. The story was transmitted to Japan, and it has been used as an auspicious pattern for the emperor's clothing since the Middle Ages...

A typical plant that symbolizes longevity because they Keep green all year long while withstanding the wind and snow. Considered as one of the auspicious pattern since the Heian period...

Tachibana has been believed to have longevity and a healthy child.
Often used as a pattern for kimono wedding dress...

Considered as a symbol of celebrations. Sasa has more variety/types compared to bamboo.
The leaves are often used as a pattern.

The pattern of running water has been variously expressed as an eternal form. Since water is the source of life, the movement of water running into the ocean represents life in ancient days...

kikkou=tortoiseshell, Tsunagi=connection.
Turtles have long been treated as a symbol of longevity.

A pattern with 4 petals in a diamond, and it may be used in combination with other patterns. Many variations have been introduced.