Cho
In Japan the Butterfly (Cho) is symbolic of the human soul, the transformation of life,
and the representation of beauty and love. Japanese mythology speaks of the butterfly
carrying souls of those who have left us and those who still remain.
Butterflies are also popular with young girls in Japan. They represent beauty and grace.
Woman wearing Kimonos are often compared to beautiful butterflies.
One butterfly represents young womanhood while two symbolizes martial bliss.
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Large Marble
Cho Collection
Mission Blue
Cho Collection
California Dogface
Cho Collection
Glasswing
Cho Collection
Map Butterfly
Cho Collection
Malachite
Cho Collection
Pipevine Swallowtail
Cho Collection
Common Buckeye
Cho Collection
African Giant Swallowtail
Cho Collection
Rajah Brooke Birdwing
Cho Collection
Striped Blue Crow
Cho Collection
Wavy-lined Sunstreak
Cho Collection