In Japan, the Butterfly, ready to fly after its long spell in the cocoon and spreading its brand new wings, is a popular symbol for young girls. It represents emerging beauty and grace, with the added notice to regard change as joyful, not traumatic In Japanese Anime and popular culture the Butterfly is used to indicate Memories fleeting flitting memories, Usually seen on screen as an indicator of lost or forgotten memories.
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The ancient name for dragonfly was 'kachimushi'. 'Kachi' means 'victory' and 'mushi' means 'insect'. Therefore samurai used to like to use the motif of the dragonfly as a symbol of victory.
the blue dragon in Japanese culture means "leader" here's the link: http://www.blackdrago.com/famous_japanese.htm#blue
There are a number of things a snake could symbolize in Japan. A snake could symbolize trickery or foolishness for example.