Dragonfly (tombo - トンボ)

In Japan the dragonfly is a symbol of martial success, as various names for the insect are homophones for words meaning 'victory'. It is also a symbol of late summer and early autumn. The dragonfly motif is often found on Japanese arts and crafts.

 

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Fan with dragonflies
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Front of a slipper with a dragonfly motif

 

 

 

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