Day: January 20, 2026

Two Japanese cranes taking a walk during the winter.

Japanese Crane: A Timeless Symbol in Art and Culture

Did you know that there are 15 crane species worldwide, and that as many as seven of them are in Japan? Among these seven, the tanchozuru, also known as the red crowned crane, is the most well-known. For a long time, it has been a symbol of good luck and one of the most renowned birds in Japanese culture.