A lot of guys out there these days are looking for something unique and fresh looking. Often different men get skulls, flames and sexy pinup girls as a sleeve tattoo design. However, recently there have been more and more men interested in the Japanese manga tattoos. This is great because the Japanese have a long history of full-body tattoos and therefore are well advanced in art for sleeve tattoos. These designs are fresh and make a great tattoo design for women, too. Here are some ideas to help you get started on your own full-sleeve tattoo.
Koi Fish
Koi fish are a popular subject for tattoo designs. Imagine beautiful orange koi fish and blue water turned into the perfect tattoo design for a sleeve. A fish wrapped around the front of the arm of fish can really come to life.
A Koi tattoo represent strength, power and the struggle for individuality. It encourages one to go through life and strive to be better.
In myths, you see the Japanese koi fish is swimming and fighting its way upstream. Not all of them make it, of course, but those who do reach a bridge of gold and turn into dragons flying to the sky. Any man with a koi tattoo shows that they are deeply reflective and emotional, which can drive girls crazy. There is much you can elaborate from with this tattoo...
Dragons
Of course, there are many who seek out the dragon. In Japan, the popularity ofg the dragon design is second only to the koi fish. A fierce, powerful dragon in red and black makes for the ideal tattoo design for men. Rough and ready and breathing the fire reflects the personality of a dragon person. He is a very mystical, for this mythical beast that is filled with all sorts of magic and lore. Its symbolism is great, of course, denoting power and strength.
Samurai
Samurai and the gods are always very popular in traditional Japanese manga tattoos. These designs feature fierce samurai warriors in the heat of the battle with the gods or fighting evil spirits. What can be cooler than a man wielding a katana sword and killing a huge dragon or demon. The reason is tattoo so popular in Japan and its traditional art, is that the samurai represents everything that is important to an honorable man. The samurai of Japan is fierce warrior in battle, but still develops his mind and follows the spiritual code Bushido. This is what all Japanese men want to be in their souls....
Hannya Masks
The Hannya or demon mask was originally used in Kabuki theater in Tokyo. However, the masks were so beautiful, they have become unforgettable work of Japanese art. Many collect and display Hannya Masks in their homes as they believe the masks ward off evil spirits. The Hannya masked represents a scorned woman who has been overcome by rage that upon her death she becomes a revenging demon. These are also very popular in traditional Japanese tattoos. It maybe a bit difficult to make a full sleeve of a mask, but the base design can be easily combined with other Japanese designs and symbols.
These are just a few of the many ideas are used in traditional Japanese sleeve tattoos. They all work very well in a tattoo for men and are becoming very popular in the West. These designs have a deep symbolism behind them, yet they still look cool and great for men. If you are thinking about getting a Japanese sleeve tattoo then you will want to look for a tattoo artist that specializes in Japanese art, if possible.
Small Japanese Hannya Demon Mask - Noh-Kyogen Kazarimen
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