
It is a general term for butterflies belonging to the family Papilionidae. In Japanese it is called “Agehacho”. The reason why it is called “Ageha(あげは)cho” is that the swallowtail butterfly flutters freely and looks like it is floating in the sky. Ecology of butterfly Adult swallowtail butterflies are often seen from March to October. … Read More

Flies are said to inhabit about 3000 species in Japan. It is an insect that completely metabolizes, and is said to become an adult in about two weeks after returning from an egg. Japanese says Hae.

Japanese says “Tonbo” slender-bodied non-stinging insect having iridescent wings that are outspread at rest.

A anti-mosquito incense. A mosquito-repelling incense, usually shaped into a spiral, and typically made from a dried paste of pyrethrum powder. Japanese says Katori-senko.