crane and tortoise; symbol of longevity
A traditional auspicious motif representing long life, often seen in art, decorations, and celebratory contexts. Cross-referenced with the proverb 鶴は千年亀は万年.
See also: 鶴は千年亀は万年
A crane-and-tortoise pattern was used in the wedding decorations.
crane-tortoise calculation; solving for two unknowns from totals
knock on wood; touch wood
Standard kanji spelling for the crane-and-tortoise motif.
Compound of 鶴 (つる, 'crane') and 亀 (かめ, 'tortoise'), both traditional symbols of longevity in East Asian culture.