The Japanese Crane

The Japanese Crane Logo represents strength, healing, and the enduring hope to overcome life’s challenges. Rooted in Liam’s Japanese heritage, the crane is a powerful cultural symbol in Japan, representing longevity, good fortune, and resilience.

The legend of the 1,000 paper cranes, or senbazuru, says that if someone folds 1,000 origami cranes, their heartfelt wish will come true. The cranes have come to symbolize hope and healing, a meaning best known through the story of Sadako Sasaki, a young girl who folded cranes in her final days, wishing for both personal recovery and peace in the world. Today, the tradition continues, with communities folding 1,000 cranes for those facing serious illness, embodying collective support and the hope for recovery.

For Liam, this tradition became deeply personal when his brother fell gravely ill. Their Japanese school community came together to fold 1,000 paper cranes for his brother, offering their hope and prayers for his recovery. When his brother made a full recovery, the crane became an enduring symbol of resilience and the strength found in unity for Liam.

Adapted from Liam’s original hand-drawn sketch, the Japanese Crane Logo is now a cornerstone of Lowkure’s identity. It reminds us of the power of collective support, the resilience to rise through life’s challenges, and the hope that healing—both personal and collective—is always possible.