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『Lycoris』 by Carlos Ferran Via Flickr: Red Spider Lilys, known officially as Lycoris radiata, are often associated with the ending of summer, and the beginning of fall in Japan. These flowers are also associated with death, or lasting goodbyes, which is why they're typically used at funerals. They don't stay in bloom for long, maybe 3 weeks at most, but they are striking to look at if you find them. Growing on a hillside overlooking Sagami Bay, a group of Lycoris flowers catch the last bit of ambiant light, while a Tokyo bound Odoriko Limited Express passes by underneath. JR Tokaido Main Line. JR E257 Series. Ishibashi, Kanagawa Pref., Japan.