Shōman (Lesser Ripening)

Ayame petals have a mesh-like pattern. (© Pixta)

Kakitsubata feature a white streak. (© Pixta)

Hanashōbu are noted for their yellow marking. (© Pixta)

Safflower used in dyeing. (© Pixta)

Safflower-dyed fabric. (© Pixta)

Yushima Tenjin Festival in 2019. (© Pixta)

Empress Masako feeding silkworms. (Courtesy the Imperial Household Agency)

Rice planting. (© Pixta)

School uniforms for summer (left) and winter. (© Pixta)

Broad beans. (© Pixta)

Boiled octopus (left), and served as sashimi. (© Pixta)