Hieroglyph Gold Chosen As Symbol Of 2024 In Japan
Date
12/12/2024 3:11:28 PM
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
By Alimat Aliyeva
The hieroglyph "kin" ("gold") has been chosen as the symbol for
the outgoing year 2024 in Japan, according to
Azernews reports.
Solemn ceremony marking the occasion was held at the Buddhist
"Temple of Pure Water" in the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto.
The hieroglyph "gold" was selected as the symbol of the year
through a nationwide survey. The choice was influenced by several
factors, including the success of Japanese athletes at the Paris
Olympics, as well as a large-scale scandal involving financial
reporting violations within the Liberal Democratic Party.
Additionally, the inclusion of the gold and silver mines on Japan's
Sado Island in the UNESCO World Heritage list also played a
role.
In accordance with tradition, the symbol of the year was
inscribed on a sheet of rice paper measuring 130 by 150 centimeters
by the abbot of the temple, Monk Seihan Mori. The practice of
selecting the symbol has been a tradition since 1995, and this
marks the 30th such ceremony. More than 221,000 people participated
in the national voting, with 5.47% of voters selecting the
hieroglyph "gold."
The selection of "kin" as the symbol of the year reflects a
blend of Japan's rich cultural heritage and its contemporary
achievements. This symbolic tradition continues to serve as a way
for the public to reflect on significant events, both celebratory
and challenging, that have shaped the country in the past year.
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