The Japanese dragon, or ryū (竜), is a legendary creature that appears in Japanese mythology and folklore. It is a powerful and benevolent creature that is associated with water, rain and fertility.
Japanese dragons are often depicted with a serpentine body, brightly colored scales, horns, claws and a long tail. They can also be represented with wings, but this is not universal.
Japanese dragons are associated with a variety of things, including:
Water: Japanese dragons are associated with water, and they are told that they live in rivers, lakes and oceans.
Rain: Japanese dragons are associated with rain, and they are told that they can control the weather.
Fertility: Japanese dragons are associated with fertility, and they are told that they bring good luck to the crops.