Diverse conflicts have had a great influence on the world since ancient times. Human beings will not throw away strife. It is a fact on the history of the earth. In this situation the friendship between Japan and Taiwan is really great by some miracle.
How did both nations realize it? They shared lots of values in the period of Japanese rule. Moreover, after Japan left Taiwan in 1945, even though there is the absence of diplomatic relations, people in Japan and Taiwan have held informal exchanges. It is the most important factor.
I think Sakura, cherry blossom, is one of them. The flower is not only in Japan but also in East Asia including Taiwan, making people in the area touched and comfortable regardless of cultural difference and political conflict. Therefore, it is just like a symbol of peace.
The problem about Taiwan and China is very difficult, so the relation between them will not be improved in a short period of time. Meanwhile, the collaborations made by Japan, Taiwan and Korea are easy to proceed compared to it. Sakura will be a catalyst to promote the movement if the way to utilize it is designed properly.
When you watch Sakura only in Japan, you will think it is a flower of Japanese soul. However, considering that it exists in the other countries, we can say that it has a role connecting people all over the world. Taking good care of the viewpoint, I’d like to keep exploring the possibility of the flower.