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The Powerful Symbolism Of Cherry Blossom Tattoos

The Powerful Symbolism Of Cherry Blossom Tattoos

The world of tattooing for women has really opened up in the past few years. There has been an phenomenal growth in the field which has lead to many new designs and design motifs done in tattoo art. Of those the whole motif of flowers has been that has received great interest among may female. They feel a close connection with nature or that flower in particular. This article will discuss the cherry blossom tattoo and it's historic significance along with some ideas about getting a cherry blossom.

There are really two may groups or cultures that hold the cherry blossom as a very important symbol in their culture. However, each of the cultures views them a little differently so lets look into this a bit more.

Chinese Symbolism of Cherry Blossoms

The Chinese hold the cherry blossom in very high regards and feel that as a symbol it is very important. The Chinese believe that it symbolizes power and beauty at the same time and also is associated with feminine power. This is an ideal symbol or tattoo for a women that is showing her power or even a person who has lived through a hardship and it is a good reminder to keep up beet.

Japanese Symbolism Of Cherry Blossoms

The Japanese have developed beliefs and symbolism for the cherry blossom that are different then the Chinese. They see much beauty and power in the delicate flower also. However, they ascribe the symbolism of impermanence and the brevity of life. This is not a negative connotation instead it is meant to remind people to live life to the fullest. This ties in very deeply with the old code for Samurai warriors and is a prevalent thought in Buddhism which is one of the major religious beliefs of the Japanese. If you are thinking about a tattoo that reminds you to seize the day and live ever day to the fullest then this might be just the symbol for you.

Location

The location for a cherry blossom tattoo can be pretty open. You will often see fallen cherry blossoms in the water along with koi fish in traditional Japanese tattoo art. You can also get the depicted on the tree. Some of the most common places are as a large back piece, a sleeve tattoo or the calf area on the leg. Of course depending on the size of the tattoo and the space you have on your body for it a cherry blossom tattoo can go just about anywhere.

If you think this might be a great tattoo for you it is important to do some further research. Take your tie and don't rush just to get the tattoo done only to regret it later. Instead spend some time researching possible designs that would work for you. Also find a tattoo artist that can come up with a design based on your particular needs and desires.

Nice Cherry Blossom Side Tattoo

Here is a short video of a lady getting a large cherry blossom tattoo on her side. Nice design, Video could have been shot a little better it is very home produced and mostly the tattoo gun sound but nonetheless it is a nice design overall. The hip and side area of a female is also pretty sexy, Hip tattoos, stomach tattoos and side tattoos are all very popular areas. They work well with the cherry blossom design also since it is tall, long and kind of a skinny rectangular shape by nature. It also works well as a back piece, as a sleeve tattoo design and such.

Welcome To Cherry Blossom Tattoos Designs And Symbolism Blog

Well you probably guessed it by now tis blog is all about the wonderful cherry blossom tattoo. It will feature articles, pictures and videos about cherry blossom tattoos. These tattoos are very hot and they look great for guys and girls alike. They are a traditional Japanese symbol that has been used extensively throughout Japanese tattooing. It is now becoming a very popular tattoo int he US and many people are starting to get traditional Japanese tattoo designs and therefore they are looking into Cherry blossom tattoos also.