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Chris The Boatman
@romanyboatman.bsky.social
Art, narrowboats and an eclectic mix.
Wow
Magical,
Btw, I heard your interview on The Mushroom Hour such a fascinating podcast😀
November 14, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Reposted by Chris The Boatman
There had long been a legend that the seeds of the magical fruit 'Tokijiku no kagu no konomi' (非時香菓), what we now know as tachibana, could bestow eternal youth when eaten.

Emperor Suinin (垂仁天皇 29BC-70?) sent his loyal servant Tajimamori (多遅麻毛理) to find the fruit.
November 14, 2025 at 4:32 AM