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Yamato nadeshiko (やまとなでしこ or 大和撫子) is a Japanese term meaning the "personification of an idealized Japanese woman",[1]  or "the epitome of pure, feminine beauty".[2]  It is a floral metaphor,[3]  combining the words Yamato, an ancient name for Japan, and nadeshiko, a delicate frilled pink carnation called Dianthus superbus, whose kanji translate into English as "caressable child".[4] [5]

The term "Yamato nadeshiko" is often used referring to a girl or shy young woman[6]  and, in a contemporary context, nostalgically of women with good traits which are perceived as being increasingly rare.[7]  However, Nadeshiko Japan is also widely used as the name for the Japanese national women's football team.[8]