I learned that trees of Sophora japonica have often been planted in shrines and temples from long ago, because the plant has been considered a symbol of charms against evil and misfortune.  Looking at how the branches shape, however, I feel a little scared.

Flowers of Sophora japonica/

Make the sound of rain louder/

Rushing in shallow rivers/

Calligraphy and translation by Chio

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槐は古くから魔除けや厄除けの象徴とされ、神社や寺院に植えられることが多かったそうです。枝ぶりだけを見るとちょっと怖いのですが。

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