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長寿を表す。由来する図案は、「厳寒三友」と称される松竹梅、長寿を表す鶴、神仙の食と言われる菊・桃。
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Floats, Zodiacs and a Fountain of Youth: Kushida Shrine
By
Jade Miles -
April 27, 2021
A gentle breeze flaps the tall flags at the entrance to Kushida Shrine as I wait for a chance to cross the street. At first glance it appears like any other jinja but, in fact, it’s one of the oldest and most revered Shinto shrines in Fukuoka. Established in 757, Kushida Shrine, affectionately known as ‘okushida-san’ is thought of as a guardian shrine of the city. People come as early as 4 am to pray to the enshrined deities Ohata Nushina-Mikoto, Amaterasu and her younger brother Susanoo, for good health and good fortune. Not known for being an early bird, it was a little later that I first stepped through the stone torii.
Entrance to the shrine
Inside the main gate, I crane my neck to see the eto ehou ban overhead. This circular disc features the twelve Chinese zodiac signs as well as the kanji characters for North, South, East and West. Each year on New Year’s Eve, the central spinner is pointed to the new lucky direction. For me, it points west-south-west.
The zodiac wheel
Stepping into the gravel clearing, I’m momentarily transfixed by the beautiful, chunky shimenawa straw rope hanging from the main hall. I move closer, passing between two omikuji paper fortune vending machines and stare up at the fine craftsmanship.
Kushida Shrine, with an impressive parade float, fountain of youth and many more surprises, is one of our favourite Shinto shrines in Fukuoka!
The fountain of youth
To the right of the main hall, I make my way over to the reisen (sacred fountain) featuring three crane statues. Nicknamed the fountain of youth, visitors are instructed to take three sips while praying for the health and longevity of themselves, their family and friends. Unfortunately, during my visit, the ladles had been removed as a social distancing measure, so I’d have to rely on sheet masks and a healthy diet.
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Interesting park, full frontal China, the walk around is ok, but the important thing here is the chance to get to see the locals and national tourists. Masses of them.
It is a large park, to see the main landmarks you will probably need a day or maybe half in a hurry.
Happy Birth•Day, dear Frances, 86 years young today :)
Frances is my friend kelly's mother.
Watercolor on Arches hot pressed paper, written with bamboo brush.
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JU is the Chinese/Japanese character for longevity. Here it is written one hundred times, each in a different form. Traditionally, JU was presented to an elder on a special occasion, such as her/his seventy-seventh birthday.
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I wrote this piece after Zen monk Hakuin, who wrote it for one of his lay followers when Hakuin was eighty-two (from p. 157 of John Stevens' 1988 book, SACRED CALLIGRAPHY OF THE EAST published by Shambhala, Boston).
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**p.s.** the original was sent to frances in hawai'i :)
Tancho Crane/ Red-crowned Crane
A Juvenile
The red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis), also called the Manchurian crane or Japanese crane (Japanese: 丹頂鶴 or タンチョウヅル; rōmaji: tanchōzuru), is a large East Asian crane among the rarest cranes in the world. In some parts of its range, it is known as a symbol of luck, longevity, and fidelity.
Adult red-crowned cranes are named for a patch of red bare skin on the crown, which becomes brighter during mating season. Overall, they are snow white in color with black on the wing secondaries, which can appear almost like a black tail when the birds are standing, but the real tail feathers are actually white. Males are black on the cheeks, throat, and neck, while females are pearly gray in these spots. The bill is olive green to greenish horn, the legs are slate to grayish black, and the iris is dark brown.
This species is among the largest cranes, typically measuring about 150 to 158 cm (4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 2 in) tall and 101.2–150 cm (3 ft 4 in–4 ft 11 in) in length (from bill to tail tip). Across the large wingspan, the red-crowned crane measures 220–250 cm (7 ft 3 in–8 ft 2 in). Typical body weight can range from 4.8 to 10.5 kg (11 to 23 lb), with males being slightly larger and heavier than females and weight ranging higher just prior to migration. On average, it is the heaviest crane species, although both the sarus and wattled crane can grow taller and exceed this species in linear measurements. On average, adult males from Hokkaidō weighed around 8.2 kg (18 lb) and adult females there averaged around 7.3 kg (16 lb), while a Russian study found males averaged 10 kg (22 lb) and females averaged 8.6 kg (19 lb); in some cases, females could outweigh their mates despite the males' slightly larger average body weight. Another study found the average weight of the species to be 8.9 kg (20 lb).
In the spring and summer, the migratory populations of the red-crowned crane breed in Siberia (eastern Russia), north-eastern China and occasionally in north-eastern Mongolia (i.e., Mongol Daguur Strictly Protected Area). The breeding range centers in Lake Khanka, on the border of China and Russia. Normally, the crane lays two eggs, with only one surviving. Later, in the fall, they migrate in flocks to the Korean Peninsula and east-central China to spend the winter. Vagrants have also been recorded in Taiwan. In addition to the migratory populations, a resident population is found in eastern Hokkaidō in Japan. This species nests in wetlands and rivers. In the wintering range, their habitat is comprised mainly by paddy fields, grassy tidal flats, and mudflats. In the flats, the birds feed on aquatic invertebrates and, in cold, snowy conditions, the birds switch to mainly living on rice gleanings from the paddy fields.
The population of red-crowned cranes in Japan is mostly non-migratory, with the race in Hokkaidō moving only 150 km (93 mi) to its wintering grounds. Only the mainland population experiences a long-distance migration. They leave their wintering grounds in spring by February and are established on territories by April. In fall, they leave their breeding territories in October and November, with the migration fully over by mid-December.
A red-crowned crane pair duets in various situations, helping to establish formation and maintenance of the pair bond, as well as territorial advertisement and agonistic signaling. The pair moves rhythmically until they are standing close, throwing their heads back and letting out a fluting call in unison, often triggering other pairs to start duetting, as well. As it is occurs year around, the social implications of dancing are complex in meaning. However, dancing behavior is generally thought to show excitement in the species. To strengthen the bond, red-crowned cranes engage in dual honking rituals before performing a dance.
The estimated total population of the species is only 2,750 in the wild, including about 1,000 birds in the resident Japanese population. Of the migratory populations, about 1,000 winter in China (mainly at the Yellow River delta and Yancheng Coastal Wetlands), and the remaining winter in Korea. It received endangered status on June 2, 1970.
In Japan, this crane is known as the tanchōzuru and is said to live for 1,000 years. A pair of red-crowned cranes was used in the design for the Series D 1000-yen note (reverse side). In the Ainu language, the red-crowned crane is known as sarurun kamuy or "marsh-kamuy". At Tsurui, they are one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan. Cranes are said to grant favours in return for acts of sacrifice, as in Tsuru no Ongaeshi ("crane's return of a favor").
Status: Endangered
The Longevity Challenge: Rewiring Economies for Longer Lives. Soon Joo Gog, Chief Skills Officer, SkillsFuture Singapore, Singapore. Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice, London Business School, United Kingdom. Graham Pearce, Partner, Global Defined Benefit Segment Leader, Mercer, Germany. Sandra Phlippen, Chief Economist, ABN AMRO, Netherlands
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Wednesday 3 May 2023
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Stakeholder Dialogue
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Designer: Yang Furu (杨馥如)
1958, September
Happiness and longevity
Xingfu changshou (幸福长寿)
Call nr.: BG E40/29 (IISH collection)
More? See: chineseposters.net
Nothing could be better than doing nothing in a lazy afternoon with sunlight, music & coffee... time just runs slowly... life just burns slowly...
南缕古巷, Guitar Cafe, Beijing, China
0.2mm pinhole; 35mm film; 5 secs
It's incredible to think that Blackpool's 'Balloon' trams have been in regular passenger service at this popular seaside resort since the mid 1930's. To celebrate the longevity of these elderly, but stylish cars and the Blackpool Tramway itself, No700 was rebuilt and repainted as it would have appeared during WW2 and in the immediate post war period. She is seen at Bispham Station on 1st September 2001, being turned in readiness for her return journey to Blackpool.
Note that the trolley boom is being manually turned by the conductor. Cue the music to "Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside".
Part of the MAINLAND CHINA gallery.
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Everyone knows that the aging process is something that we cannot escape. We all will eventually see those first lines and wrinkles and we will feel our age taking its toll on our bodies. However, knowing that we cannot stop the aging process should not stop us from slowing down the process. We may not be able to escape the aging process but we can surely slow it down with the right lifestyle choices. Physical activity is one of the main steps towards longevity.
So my friends, there is no such secret potion or exiler of life... or any sacred spells to longevity of one's life... Its simply the routine we follow in our life.
So what I did last summer is before your eyes... I was following these steps to Longevity around Melishkar, Central Hunza, on the hike back from Eagle's Nest...
Visit: alphadentalexcellence.com/ In this video the doctor talk about Longevity of Dentures. At Alpha Dental Excellence we strive to be your trusted, affordable family dental provider. One piece of mind that you will have at our facility is that ALL aspects of dentistry are performed under one roof. Our team of dental professionals is committed to bringing you the highest level of service, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. Our patients receive the individual attention they deserve from our dentist and courteous staff.
Done for a 90th birthday party... sugar moth orcids and hand piped chinese symbol for longevity.
To all my cake peeps... *this* is the cake that caused the rant about the dry fondant...
"Our days on earth are numbered, we just can't see beyond the next bend, We just have no idea of what lies ahead and when this journey will end."
-Roger Hart
"DRYERS WILL REDUCE THE LONGEVITY OF CLOTHING"
An average home in China rarely has a dryer for their washing machine- or hand-washed clothing. This is the case even in the humid southern city of Fuzhou.
The photo was taken in May in a 'former middle-class neighborhood' that has deteriorated into 'a rustic slum in the Western eyes' due to a lack of communal neighborhood maintenance effort....
Ōwakudani (大涌谷 lit. "Great Boiling Valley") is a volcanic valley with active sulphur vents and hot springs in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is a popular tourist site for its scenic views, volcanic activity, and especially, Kuro-tamago (黒卵 lit. "black egg") — a local specialty of eggs hard-boiled in the hot springs. The boiled eggs turn black and smell slightly sulphuric; consuming the eggs is said to increase longevity. Eating one is said to add seven years to your life. You may eat up to two and a half for up to seventeen and a half years, but eating a whole third is said to be highly unadvised.
Gondolas often lead a hard life and take a lot of abuse. For a car that's nearly as old as I am it's in remarkably good shape. It seems the careful loading and unloading gave this gon a little added longevity. March 3, 2018.
Tancho Crane/ Red-crowned Crane
The red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis), also called the Manchurian crane or Japanese crane (Japanese: 丹頂鶴 or タンチョウヅル; rōmaji: tanchōzuru), is a large East Asian crane among the rarest cranes in the world. In some parts of its range, it is known as a symbol of luck, longevity, and fidelity.
Adult red-crowned cranes are named for a patch of red bare skin on the crown, which becomes brighter during mating season. Overall, they are snow white in color with black on the wing secondaries, which can appear almost like a black tail when the birds are standing, but the real tail feathers are actually white. Males are black on the cheeks, throat, and neck, while females are pearly gray in these spots. The bill is olive green to greenish horn, the legs are slate to grayish black, and the iris is dark brown.
This species is among the largest cranes, typically measuring about 150 to 158 cm (4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 2 in) tall and 101.2–150 cm (3 ft 4 in–4 ft 11 in) in length (from bill to tail tip). Across the large wingspan, the red-crowned crane measures 220–250 cm (7 ft 3 in–8 ft 2 in). Typical body weight can range from 4.8 to 10.5 kg (11 to 23 lb), with males being slightly larger and heavier than females and weight ranging higher just prior to migration. On average, it is the heaviest crane species, although both the sarus and wattled crane can grow taller and exceed this species in linear measurements. On average, adult males from Hokkaidō weighed around 8.2 kg (18 lb) and adult females there averaged around 7.3 kg (16 lb), while a Russian study found males averaged 10 kg (22 lb) and females averaged 8.6 kg (19 lb); in some cases, females could outweigh their mates despite the males' slightly larger average body weight. Another study found the average weight of the species to be 8.9 kg (20 lb).
In the spring and summer, the migratory populations of the red-crowned crane breed in Siberia (eastern Russia), north-eastern China and occasionally in north-eastern Mongolia (i.e., Mongol Daguur Strictly Protected Area). The breeding range centers in Lake Khanka, on the border of China and Russia. Normally, the crane lays two eggs, with only one surviving. Later, in the fall, they migrate in flocks to the Korean Peninsula and east-central China to spend the winter. Vagrants have also been recorded in Taiwan. In addition to the migratory populations, a resident population is found in eastern Hokkaidō in Japan. This species nests in wetlands and rivers. In the wintering range, their habitat is comprised mainly by paddy fields, grassy tidal flats, and mudflats. In the flats, the birds feed on aquatic invertebrates and, in cold, snowy conditions, the birds switch to mainly living on rice gleanings from the paddy fields.
The population of red-crowned cranes in Japan is mostly non-migratory, with the race in Hokkaidō moving only 150 km (93 mi) to its wintering grounds. Only the mainland population experiences a long-distance migration. They leave their wintering grounds in spring by February and are established on territories by April. In fall, they leave their breeding territories in October and November, with the migration fully over by mid-December.
A red-crowned crane pair duets in various situations, helping to establish formation and maintenance of the pair bond, as well as territorial advertisement and agonistic signaling. The pair moves rhythmically until they are standing close, throwing their heads back and letting out a fluting call in unison, often triggering other pairs to start duetting, as well. As it is occurs year around, the social implications of dancing are complex in meaning. However, dancing behavior is generally thought to show excitement in the species. To strengthen the bond, red-crowned cranes engage in dual honking rituals before performing a dance.
The estimated total population of the species is only 2,750 in the wild, including about 1,000 birds in the resident Japanese population. Of the migratory populations, about 1,000 winter in China (mainly at the Yellow River delta and Yancheng Coastal Wetlands), and the remaining winter in Korea. It received endangered status on June 2, 1970.
In Japan, this crane is known as the tanchōzuru and is said to live for 1,000 years. A pair of red-crowned cranes was used in the design for the Series D 1000-yen note (reverse side). In the Ainu language, the red-crowned crane is known as sarurun kamuy or "marsh-kamuy". At Tsurui, they are one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan. Cranes are said to grant favours in return for acts of sacrifice, as in Tsuru no Ongaeshi ("crane's return of a favor").
Status: Endangered
Look what I just found. Clarity
"Crabs with beach trash homes" by Shawn Miller. This is a good example of Adaptive behavior.
A Blueberry hermit crab (Coenobita purpureus )
Adapting with a plastic cap as a protective home.
Location: Northern, Okinawa
* All Coenobita species in Okinawa are recognized as a Living Natural Monument.
Read more about this project
okinawanaturephotography.com/crabs-with-beach-trash-homes...
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Chinese believe that peach is a symbol of longevity. This cake was meant for a mom who has been leaving the country for many years. She is back in home town now with her family and meeting her mom (the grandma) after so long. It's her birthday today (1st Jan) .
An early 60s KW still operating on July 4, 1996. Concrete Technologies was using it out of their Seattle plant.
Tancho Crane/ Red-crowned Crane
The red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis), also called the Manchurian crane or Japanese crane (Japanese: 丹頂鶴 or タンチョウヅル; rōmaji: tanchōzuru), is a large East Asian crane among the rarest cranes in the world. In some parts of its range, it is known as a symbol of luck, longevity, and fidelity.
Adult red-crowned cranes are named for a patch of red bare skin on the crown, which becomes brighter during mating season. Overall, they are snow white in color with black on the wing secondaries, which can appear almost like a black tail when the birds are standing, but the real tail feathers are actually white. Males are black on the cheeks, throat, and neck, while females are pearly gray in these spots. The bill is olive green to greenish horn, the legs are slate to grayish black, and the iris is dark brown.
This species is among the largest cranes, typically measuring about 150 to 158 cm (4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 2 in) tall and 101.2–150 cm (3 ft 4 in–4 ft 11 in) in length (from bill to tail tip). Across the large wingspan, the red-crowned crane measures 220–250 cm (7 ft 3 in–8 ft 2 in). Typical body weight can range from 4.8 to 10.5 kg (11 to 23 lb), with males being slightly larger and heavier than females and weight ranging higher just prior to migration. On average, it is the heaviest crane species, although both the sarus and wattled crane can grow taller and exceed this species in linear measurements. On average, adult males from Hokkaidō weighed around 8.2 kg (18 lb) and adult females there averaged around 7.3 kg (16 lb), while a Russian study found males averaged 10 kg (22 lb) and females averaged 8.6 kg (19 lb); in some cases, females could outweigh their mates despite the males' slightly larger average body weight. Another study found the average weight of the species to be 8.9 kg (20 lb).
In the spring and summer, the migratory populations of the red-crowned crane breed in Siberia (eastern Russia), north-eastern China and occasionally in north-eastern Mongolia (i.e., Mongol Daguur Strictly Protected Area). The breeding range centers in Lake Khanka, on the border of China and Russia. Normally, the crane lays two eggs, with only one surviving. Later, in the fall, they migrate in flocks to the Korean Peninsula and east-central China to spend the winter. Vagrants have also been recorded in Taiwan. In addition to the migratory populations, a resident population is found in eastern Hokkaidō in Japan. This species nests in wetlands and rivers. In the wintering range, their habitat is comprised mainly by paddy fields, grassy tidal flats, and mudflats. In the flats, the birds feed on aquatic invertebrates and, in cold, snowy conditions, the birds switch to mainly living on rice gleanings from the paddy fields.
The population of red-crowned cranes in Japan is mostly non-migratory, with the race in Hokkaidō moving only 150 km (93 mi) to its wintering grounds. Only the mainland population experiences a long-distance migration. They leave their wintering grounds in spring by February and are established on territories by April. In fall, they leave their breeding territories in October and November, with the migration fully over by mid-December.
A red-crowned crane pair duets in various situations, helping to establish formation and maintenance of the pair bond, as well as territorial advertisement and agonistic signaling. The pair moves rhythmically until they are standing close, throwing their heads back and letting out a fluting call in unison, often triggering other pairs to start duetting, as well. As it is occurs year around, the social implications of dancing are complex in meaning. However, dancing behavior is generally thought to show excitement in the species. To strengthen the bond, red-crowned cranes engage in dual honking rituals before performing a dance.
The estimated total population of the species is only 2,750 in the wild, including about 1,000 birds in the resident Japanese population. Of the migratory populations, about 1,000 winter in China (mainly at the Yellow River delta and Yancheng Coastal Wetlands), and the remaining winter in Korea. It received endangered status on June 2, 1970.
In Japan, this crane is known as the tanchōzuru and is said to live for 1,000 years. A pair of red-crowned cranes was used in the design for the Series D 1000-yen note (reverse side). In the Ainu language, the red-crowned crane is known as sarurun kamuy or "marsh-kamuy". At Tsurui, they are one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan. Cranes are said to grant favours in return for acts of sacrifice, as in Tsuru no Ongaeshi ("crane's return of a favor").
Status: Endangered