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Japanese Koi Fish Tattoos
March 18, 2009 – 4:22 pm -
Japanese Koi fish tattoos are a beautiful symbol of the Koi fish, which are bred in Japan, especially for their exquisite color. A prize Koi fish can be valued at $100,000 or more. Koi are a type of carp that have been cultivated and bred in Japan for thousands of years. In Japan, the Koi fish are commonly displayed in most traditional Japanese gardens. It is likely that they originated from Eastern Asia in the Aral, Black and Caspian Seas. Earliest records of Koi have been found in China and have been widely spread in Japan.
For the Japanese, the Koi represent strength and power because they are often able to lift their entire body up and out of the water with ease and grace. Japanese Koi fish tattoos are gorgeous and wildly popular right now.
Koi fish tattoos of course have a long history and go all the way back to ancient Japan, and it is a definite Japanese and Asian tattoo theme. Therefore, the tattoos that represent koi fish often show them splashing in the water and water flying everywhere which shows their strength and beauty.
As an added bonus, the Koi is an absolute beautiful fish and their colors lend themselves to Japanese Koi Fish tattoos. The bright oranges mixed with the azure blues of water, make for an ideal tattoo, plus, they lend a sort of foreign mystery to the air to the person who wears the tattoo. Koi fish tattoos are now very popular among men and women and are excellent tattoo ideas.
Typically men get them on their shoulders or calf and women like them as a lower back tattoo.There are a few people that get them as full back tattoos with more of a traditional Asian design. The color scheme of the Koi fish tattoo is a very important element. A common color scheme would be the Yen Yang design of black and white. In most instances, color schemes work best if integrated with the tone of your skin. As an example, if you have a dark or olive skin tone, it may be more suitable to choose a bright hue so the Koi fish tattoo is more visible. The natural colors of white, red, black, yellow or gold or perhaps a mixture of those colors would be applicable if you really want more of the traditional style. Remember, out of deep respect, Koi Fish tattoos need a place of honor on your body.
Cost of Japanese Koi fish tatoos depends on the size you choose, how many colors, and the type you Want. If you want the work custom designed or you are going to use flash, they typically run between $50 to $250 dollars.
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Japanese Cherry Blossom Tattoos – Favorite Tattoo Ideas
March 18, 2009 – 1:46 pm -
Japanese cherry blossom tattoos are famous body art tattoos throughout the world. Because cherry blossom tattoos are delicate and feminine, they are extremely popular tattoo designs among young girls and women. They are seen as the ultimate representation of beauty and grace.
Japanese cherry blossom tattoo designs are inspired from the cherry blossom flower that has symbolic meaning and importance. The cherry blossom tattoo have a powerful impact on the wearer as well as the observer. Both, in the Chinese and the Japanese culture, cherry blossom flowers hold different symbolism. Chinese Cherry Blossom is a symbol of love. It signifies feminine beauty and sexuality. The Japanese Cherry Blossom represents the transience of life. Cherry blossom blooms for a very short time.
The Japanese cherry blossom tattoo is inspired by the cherry blossom flower that blooms in Cheery Blossom Season in Japan. The season starts at the end of March for two weeks, in Southern part of Japan and finishes around the end of April.
Japanese cherry Blossom tattoos are famous the world over. They symbolize the woman’s beauty and sexuality. Girls ink it on different parts of the body including left shoulder, ankle, naval area etc. They are one of the most feminine styles of tattoos for the female body.
Deciding to get a tattoo is a hugel decision, as it something that will be with you for the rest of your life. So, don’t rush into making a decision, think it over before you decide to get a tattoo. Here are tattoo ideas for Japanese cherry blossom tattoos:
1. Small or large flowing and graceful tattoos look great.
2. Girls can go for can a small branch, a few blossoms or a whole tree.
3. Cherry blossoms can be tattooed with other elements as well like birds, roses, angel etc.
People often confuse Japanese Cherry Blossom Tattoos with the Plum Blossom. To discern the difference between them, remember that the Cherry Blossom leaves have a small ‘V’ cut on the tips of the leaves, and the Plum Blossom is rounded all the way around.
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