noun
Japanese red pine; Pinus densiflora
A common pine species in Japan, known for its reddish bark and often used in gardens and forestry.
庭に赤松を植えた。
I planted a Japanese red pine in the garden.
赤松は日本の風景によく合う。
Japanese red pines fit well with Japanese landscapes.
Standard kanji spelling for the Japanese red pine.
Katakana spelling often used in botanical contexts or for emphasis.
黒松 (Japanese black pine) has darker, thicker bark and is more salt-tolerant, often planted along coastlines.
The name 赤松 (literally 'red pine') refers to the reddish color of the bark. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.