Themes
Tea Ceremony
- Grace
- Precision
Red & White
- Influence
- Flowers
Decay The tea ceremony decays throughout the novel. It is no longer used for traditional Japanese purposes. Chikako has turned it into a tool for her to meddle with Kikuji's life. She spreads this poison. Tradition is falling apart due to hate.
Fate Kikuji is unable to escape the life that his father left him. He inherits all his burdens and drama. He also inherits Mrs. Ota. Fumiko is stuck in this same destructive cycle too. Her mother only wishes for her to take her place.
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