【Kamon name】 Chrysanthemum137
Chrysanthemum
The chrysanthemum is used as an emblem for the imperial family, ever since the Emperor Go-Toba from the Kamakura period. In the 4th year of Meiji period, all non-royal use of the emblem was outlawed.
Clove
Cloves are originally from the Maluku Islands. They also have a long history in Japan, and are even contained in the Shosoin treasure house. The emblem represents the bud.
Maple
This emblem is a pictorial representation of a maple leaf. This is not a very common emblem, possibly due to its connotation of falling.
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