The Complete Guide to Japanese Traditional Tattoos
Few tattoo styles can compete with the timeless classic that is Japanese traditional tattooing. Japanese traditional tattoos are one of the oldest tattooing styles that we know of; the look of which remains iconic to this day. Everyone can imagine the classic large koi fish saturated with deep, rich color. Images in the Japanese traditional style burst off the skin with amazement and are usually massive in size. Detailed line work brings something like the koi fish to life as it swims down your leg; these tattoos feel bigger than just ink on skin. In Japanese culture, their tattoos are traditionally filled with symbols and underlying meaning from the animals used to the colors tattooed.
In this guide, we will explore some of the popular ideas used as centerpieces in a Japanese traditional tattoo and what each popular symbol represents. Then, we’ll explore the different color choices and what each of them represents to traditional Japanese culture before answering some frequently asked questions for people considering a Japanese Traditional Tattoo for their next ink.
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