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Symbols of Yamaguchi Prefecture

Prefectural Emblem

Prefectural Emblem (image)

The emblem for Yamaguchi Prefecture combines the characters for 'yama' (mountain) and 'guchi' (mouth) into the image of a bird soaring towards the sun.

Prefectural Flower

Prefectural Flower (image)

Citron Blossom is abundant in Nagato City. In May, the citrus smell of many white blossoms floats in the air.

Prefectural Tree

Prefectural Tree (image)

Japanese Red Pine can be found all over the prefecture. It can grow almost anywhere and is resistant to drought.

Prefectural Animal

Prefectural animal (image)

There are over 2,600 Deer in Yamaguchi Prefecture. The Deer was selected as prefectural animal in 1964 from suggestions solicited from the public.

Prefectural Bird

Prefectural Bird (image)

Yashiro, Shunan City, is the only migration ground for Hooded Cranes on the island of Honshu. The Hooded Crane was selected in 1964 from suggestions solicited from the public.

Prefectural Fish

Prefectural fish (image)

Yamaguchi Prefecture was the first prefecture in Japan to lift the ban on eating Fugu (Blowfish). Fugu was selected as the prefectural fish in 1989.

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