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A 6 page paper which examines the types, uses and symbolic
nature of the Matsu, or Japanese Pine. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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6 pages (~225 words per page)
File: JR7_RAmatsu.rtf
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2002). One group of conifers that is used widely throughout Japan is known as Matsu, or Japanese Pine. In all honesty, the term Matsu, in Japan, merely refers to the
trees class as a pine. According to one author, "Ehime and Fukui adopted the matsu, apparently recognizing all pines, just as the "southern pine" is a popular symbol in the
southern United States" (Japans Tree Symbols: Conifers, 2002). These are cities which have essentially adopted all pines as Matsu, despite some variations in name. And, each city, like many other
cities around Japan, focus on different pines, offering us an idea of the broad range of subject matter when discussing Matsu: "Actually, Ehimes designation focuses on the Japanese red pine,
black pine and goyoumatsu, or Japanese white pine (Pinus pentaphylla). The capital of Ehime is Matsuyama, a name that means pine mountain" (Japans Tree Symbols: Conifers, 2002). Bearing in
mind the diversity associated with the term Matsu, the following paper presents an examination of the Japanese Pine in general. The paper discusses the symbolic presence of the trees, the
design elements offered by the pine, gardens which offer varied applications of the tree, and a brief discussion of the Matsu in art. Symbolism The pine is used
in many applications, both as a subtle presence and a powerful presence due to its symbolic nature. According to one author we see that "The pine (matsu) signifies longevity since
it is an ever-green tree, lives for a long time and grows beautifully weathered with age. It has been valued since ancient times and has been incorporated in over 100
family heraldic designs" (Relationships with Nature (2): Pine). It is also used in combination with other plants or trees, keeping its symbol of longevity: "The pine, bamboo, and plum (sho-chiku-bai)
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