Traditionally known in Japan as a synonym for beauty, guardian, symbol of protection, in ancient tales she is revered as a messenger of the gods. A symbol of wisdom, rejuvenation, life, a cycle of eternity.

There are those who also believe that they are a symbol of bad luck or danger. There is a Japanese expression that says "Jano Michiwa Hebi" - "Of Snake the Road is Snake" which means, "A snake can bring its friends" and this expression is given by some who believe that if you attract a bad snake, others will follow

The snake is a symbol of duality, its two facets are expressed in different ways in Japanese literature, art and history.