The word "moon" often appears in literary works because the changes of its phases make it a mystery.It contains abundant cultural messages and conveys specific cultural meanings in different cultural backgrounds.In Chinese literary works,it stands for the female.In contrast,it is a male god in Japanese culture.The contrast is influenced by culture,social feature and geography.

The moon in Chinese literature represents the female, while in Japanese culture it is a male god, influenced by culture, social features, and geography.

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Gender Analysis of Moon in Chinese and Japanese Mythology

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