Design, etc. Japan-China Treaty of Peace and Friendship The "Japan-China Treaty of Peace and Friendship," concluded in 1978, holds significant meaning in Japan-China relations, as it was established to solidify and further develop the peaceful and friendly relationship between Japan and China, which was normalized in 1972. Last year (2007) marked the 35th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations, and various exchange projects were carried out as the "Japan-China Cultural and Sports Exchange Year." Both countries aim to connect this momentum to this year (2008), which is the 30th anniversary of the "Japan-China Treaty of Peace and Friendship" and the "Japan-China Youth Friendship Exchange Year," to deepen mutual understanding between the people and aim to build a "strategic mutually beneficial relationship." Regarding the Design (1) "World Heritage Sites" of Japan and China (by Ikuo Hirayama) "Temple of Heaven" A historical site in Beijing, China. Registered as a World Heritage Site in 1998. "Mount Huangshan" A scenic spot in Anhui Province, China. Registered as a World Heritage Site in 1990. "Nine-Story Tower of the Mogao Caves" A historical site near Dunhuang City, China. Registered as a World Heritage Site in 1987. "Five-Story Pagoda of Horyu-ji Temple" A wooden tower within a temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan. Registered as a World Heritage Site in 1993. (2) Symbols of Prosperity and Development "Fish and Water Affection - Four Seasons" (by Wang Chuanfeng) "Fish," which symbolizes prosperity and development in China, and "plum blossoms," "water lilies," "autumn leaves," and "narcissus," representing spring, summer, autumn, and winter. (3) Symbols of Peace, Friendship, and a Beautiful Environment "Mandarin Ducks, Peonies, and Cherry Blossoms" (by Motoharu Morita) "Mandarin ducks," representing intimacy, and "peonies" and "cherry blossoms," which are representative flowers of both countries.