What are the taboos of giving turtle, whether it is food or use, as long as any kind of thing that can be thought of may be used as a gift. But before giving a gift to understand clearly what the symbolism of the item represents, for the symbolism is not good or not as a gift.

The name "turtle" means "eight". The meaning of sending turtle is "sending health". Eating turtle on New Year's Day means good health and longevity. Turtle is a symbol of longevity, its life expectancy is generally in the 30 years to 60 years or so, our country since ancient times, there is a "thousand years of tortoise," the saying, see its long life.