THE CRANE AS A SYMBOL OF FIDELITY IN TURKISH AND JAPANESE CULTURES

Abstract

The crane is the symbol of fidelity, sack, profusion, welfare, pureness, patience, honour, love and freedom in Turkish culture. On the other hand, it is the messenger of enthusiasm, sadness and well-being. Therefore, they take an intermediary role in telling one's feelings in folk songs. The cranes have an important role in Japanese culture. The crane is the symbol of fidelity, welfare, beauty, sake, profusion, longevity in Japanese culture. In this context, Turkish culture and Japanese culture have some parallel points.