夕焼け / sunset glow
夕焼け (yūyake) refers to the warm, reddish glow in the sky just before sunset. It’s a poetic and nostalgic symbol in Japanese culture, often associated with the end of the day, fleeting beauty, and quiet reflection. Whether admired during an evening walk or captured in art and haiku, 夕焼け evokes a gentle sense of calm and transience.
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