The rose has a significant place in Japanese culture, symbolizing love, beauty, strength, and resilience. It was first introduced by Dutch traders in the 17th century and has since become widely available and used in various ways. Japan hosts numerous rose festivals throughout the year and boasts many beautiful rose gardens open to the public. Roses are also used for making tea, oil, cosmetics, and art motifs. Roses are frequently featured in Japanese literature as symbols of beauty and love.