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  1. 5) OBANA
    Obana (尾花), a kind of pampas grass, is so-named because the plant ears resemble animal tails. Horses with chestnut coats and white manes/tails are known as 'Obana Kurige' (尾花栗毛).

    In the language of flowers (花言葉) the grass symbolises vitality and reckless youth.

    Displays of obana (susuki) and small pyramids of dango are often seen around 'moon viewing' season (月見), prayers for (and symbols of) a bountiful harvest.

    #Japan #月見 #moonviewing #harvestmoon #pampas #autumn