What is the symbolism of cherry blossoms?

Answer 1

Chinese Cherry Blossom For the Chinese the cherry blossom is a very significant symbol of power. Typically it represent a feminine beauty and sexuality and often holds an idea of power or feminine dominance. Within the language of herbs and herbal lore of the Chinese the cherry blossom is often the symbol of love. Japanese Cherry Blossom For the Japanese the cherry blossom holds very different meaning. The cherry blossom is a very delicate flower that blooms for a very short time. For the Japanese this represents the transience of life. This concept ties in very deeply with the fundamental teachings of Buddhism that state all life is suffering and transitory. The Japanese have long held strong to the Buddhist belief of the transitory nature of life and it is very noble to not get too attached to a particular outcome or not become emotional because it will all pass in time.

Answer 2

Well there are two divisions of cherry blossoms, and depending on which countries motifs that you are going with, have different meanings. In Chinese culture, the blossom represents femininity and beauty for the most part, whereas in Japanese culture, it is representative of the fragility of life and usually is meant to denote death or loss.

Answer 3

they are one of the most beautiful sights of/in Japan.

Answer 4

good to look at, mate, what other use does a flower have