Black Bamboo Flowered for the First Time in 120 Years — an Old Omen Turns Hopeful

In May 2026, black bamboo in Nagoya flowered for the first time in roughly 120 years. Here's why this ultra-rare event was once feared as a bad omen — and why more people now see it as a symbol of renewal.

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