Blue (or Green): The symbol of wood. This represents a wish to grow.

Red: The symbol of fire. This represents a wish with gratitude.

Yellow: The symbol of earth. This represents a wish with sincerity and promises.

White: The symbol of metal. This represents a wish for law and justice.

Purple*: The symbol of water. This represents a wish for learning.

* Purple is now used in modern Japan instead of the traditional black.

This year, I have written my wish on a yellow tanzaku strip.

The scarf of the month features the Tanabata myth.

July 2022

Yuh Okano