noun
flowers and the moon
Archaic poetic term for the beauty of flowers and the moon, often evoking refined aesthetic appreciation.
古人は花月を愛でて詩を詠んだ。
People of old admired the flowers and the moon and composed poems.
noun
refined leisure; elegant pastime
Archaic term for cultured leisure activities, especially those involving appreciation of nature and art.
花月を友とする隠遁生活に憧れる。
I long for a secluded life where refined leisure is my companion.