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Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan - January 19, 2026: This high-angle, close-up photograph captures a dense pile of Cigu (Sagittaria trifolia), commonly known as Chinese arrowhead or Kuwai in Japan. The bulbs are round to heart-shaped with a distinctive, curved sprout or "horn" extending from the top. Their skin exhibits a layered, papery texture with a color palette ranging from pale grayish-blue and muted green to earthy tan and brown. These tubers are a seasonal staple in Yokohama Chinatown, particularly prized during the Lunar New Year and Japanese New Year (Osechi) for symbolizing growth and "sprouting" success due to their prominent shoots. The composition is filled with the organic shapes and textures of the bulbs, highlighting their fresh, unwashed state as typically seen in a bustling marketplace.