On her journey back home Princess Moonbeam wept softly, sad that it was time for her to leave her family on earth but glad that she'd had the opportunity to get to know them. As she wept, small silver droplets floated down, left behind. These radiant tears glided gracefully to the bamboo–cutter, his wife, and their neighbours – who all missed the Moon Maiden greatly. Her tears carried a message of love and comfort much like she had during her time on earth.
To this day, the tears of Princess Moonbeam can been seen on a brightly moonlit night in the small ponds, marshes, and glades all across Japan, especially around Mt. Fuji. And, chances are, a small blue and black butterfly will be close by, fluttering in the grassy fields.