noun
flower-comparing contest (Heian period)
A courtly pastime of the Heian period where participants compared and judged the beauty of flowers, often as part of poetry gatherings or seasonal festivities.
花競べは、平安時代の宮中で行われた優雅な遊びの一つです。
Hana-kurabe was one of the elegant pastimes held at the imperial court during the Heian period.