.Momiji (紅葉)—the Japanese maple—symbolises the beauty of impermanence in Japanese culture, embodying the fleeting brilliance of autumn and the Zen concept of mujō (transience). Its delicate, star-shaped leaves and vivid seasonal colours make it a beloved subject in traditional arts such as Sumi-e, poetry, where it evokes quiet reflection, nostalgia, and the harmonious passage of time.