"Grandpa Hanasaka" (called Hanasaka Jiisan in Japanese) was passed down orally as part of oral culture and folklore, and later written down as a literary work and picture book. As a traditional Japanese children's story, "Grandpa Hanasaka" was widely passed on in folklore from the Edo period to the Meiji period (1868-1912) and later became a beloved work of literature. The story has also been incorporated into school materials and literature education, and is well known to many Japanese people even today. It has also been reinterpreted and popularized in various media in the form of films and dramas.
The Story of "Hanasaka Jiisan (Grandpa Hanasaka)"
The story of Grandpa Hanasaka is about the mysteries of nature and the connection between man and nature. The story unfolds as follows
1. Grandpa Hanasaka's wish
An old man, Grandpa Hanasaka, wishes for flowers to bloom in the middle of the night to prevent the theft of the flowers in his garden. His wish is fulfilled and the flowers in his garden bloom at night.
2. Grandpa Hanasaka's miraculous power
When a flower blooms at night, it attracts the interest of the people around him and they become aware of his miraculous power. He uses his power to help the people of his village by solving their various problems.
3. Harmony with nature
Grandpa Hanasaka appreciates the power of nature and values harmony with nature. He tells people about the importance of living in harmony with nature.
4. The Ending of This Story
People who are touched by the miraculous power and kindness of Grandpa Flower Bloomer gain a new understanding of nature and others, and their hearts are transformed.
The message of this story suggests the importance of harmony with nature, the power of goodwill, and the significance of people living with nature. It also shows how good intentions and acts of gratitude have a positive effect on the people around him and on nature.