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Among bird motifs, the crane design is an essential and unforgettable one. Whether standing or in flight, cranes possess an elegance and dignity, making them indispensable as symbols of good fortune.
In the design known as "Mai-tsuru" (Dancing Cranes), which depicts a flock of flying cranes, it is customary to include a mix of cranes with open and closed beaks.
Another bird often depicted as an auspicious motif is the phoenix.
Just as the appearance of the Chinese phoenix has changed throughout history, the Japanese phoenix has also evolved over time.
One version of the Japanese phoenix, which has tail feathers resembling those of a peacock and a long tail like that of a long-tailed bird, is a Japanized interpretation of the phoenix motif.
