pines with entwined branches
A poetic or literary term for two pine trees whose branches have grown together, symbolizing marital harmony or deep love. Often used in classical poetry and romantic contexts.
The pines with entwined branches symbolize the eternal bond of a married couple.
There is a famous pair of pines with entwined branches at this shrine.
Another classical symbol of marital harmony, referring to a mythical bird with one wing each for male and female that must fly together.
From Chinese literary tradition, where entwined trees (連理) symbolize inseparable love. The term was adopted into Japanese classical poetry and literature.