| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | east | Western culture | Western culture associates the concept of the east with new beginnings and hope as the direction of the sunrise. | 4 |
| 2 | east | Chinese culture | In Chinese culture, the east is linked to good fortune, prosperity, and the departure of ancestral spirits. | 2 |
| 3 | east | Japanese culture | In Japanese culture, the east is traditionally associated with good fortune and prosperity. | 1 |