Koi Tattoo

The Rich History of Japanese Koi Tattoo Designs


One of the most popular trends and designs in the world today is a tattoo koi tattoo. It is quite clear to see why this design was sought. They were very symbolic, mysterious and beautiful all at the same time. They are bright and colorful and when they splash of blue water behind them, they can make a dynamic tattoo full power, symbolism and movement. If you are considering to get a koi fish tattoo design then you should really know what the symbolism and meaning behind them first.




Story




Koi fish has long been a part of Japanese life. At almost every temple and shrine there is a small koi pond. Koi fish is also known as Carp is known throughout China and Japan. The story originally came from the teachings of Buddha in Chine where he believes koi fish will swim upstream and go against the flow and even waterfalls. The myth states that every koi fish that can swim in the Yellow river and waterfalls up in a place called Dragon Gate myth turned into a dragon. Therefore koi tattoo China will stand for strength and power, and progress. The same idealism is adopted in all of Japan. It was adopted in Japan to a level that has become part of everyday life and ritual. Even the big flag flying koi Boy's Day to celebrate the strength, energy and power that should have a son.




Meaning And Symbolism




The meaning of this symbol has become so much that it's hard to be able to communicate in one paragraph. This can mean many different things. For example on Children's Day in a group of at least four Japanese koi and often fly together at the flagpole. Thus, fish can be regarded as a symbol of family strength and unity. Since legend says that the koi tattoo fish swim upstream was also a symbol of power, struggle and overcome obstacles in life. In this same vein is also a symbol of courage. Japanese people believe that the koi tattoo so brave when it was caught and placed on the chopping block to be killed was not vibrate like other fish, but dare to accept death and fate as a person, especially someone with the spirit of the Samurai had to accept their lives and fallen short.




Others may find different meanings to it as a design for extremely sought and considered so high in all of Japan has become a symbol for all things good, strong and powerful. Because it makes a great tattoo designs. By Chris Ryerson

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