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Onko Chishin – Japanese Tattoo Documentary

In this documentary we follow Dutch tattoo artist Rob Admiraal on his trip to Japan where he goes to have a huge dragon tattoo on his back finished, do some tattooing himself and visit other leading Japanese tattooists.

Onko Chishin (Complete with ENG subs) from rodgezooi on Vimeo.

Admiraal gives us a guided tour of Japanese tattooing and explains how traditional art and modern, Western influences each play their part in what tattoo in Japan has become today. He also talks about his personal tastes and preferences and does not hesitate to go deeper into more theoretical aspects of the art, such as the balance between representation and abstraction, typical for Oriental art.

An intriguing scene in the documentary is that in which Admiraal gets the very last part of his huge tattoo done: the eyes of the dragon, which will “bring it to life”. It is nice to see how this Dutch fellow at the same time acknowledges the importance of this almost magical gesture but also stays clear-headed and never seems to get carried away by all the “Orientalism” in which he is surrounded. I don’t know the guy, but I already like him…

The film was made by Rogier Postma.

Japanese Tattoo

Women Japanese Tattoo Designs


In recent years Japan has been the resurrection of the tattoo. Such as the revival of Japanese tattoo art can be very beautiful, you can understand. Some things can be tracked back thousands of years! Nowadays, they are popular in both sexes. Japanese tattoo design you are interested in women, is here to help you with your choice are several.




Understanding the history of




Tattooing in Japan is the traditional date back several centuries. For centuries, most of the people, art, most people have not received. Although the ancient Japanese tattoo are usually associated with criminals. Even some brands are associated with criminals. Yakuza branding of the time (3 patients) were kept. Gang tattoos on their chosen lifestyle will be displayed.




As the art in recent decades, the organization has not been associated with many of Japan's young people are getting tattoos more mainstream. This is your art, or Japan, and the broad trends that will be sort of, in Europe and North America spread to. Now, many people of all ages, women in Japan has begun the design of the tattoo.




Designed for Women




Here are some good looking women are the most popular designs. There are many women tend to prefer a particular image, but you of course you are free to choose the design you want.




It's a cherry tree




Perhaps the most popular flower in Japan, cherry blossoms, respect for the beauty and the food. They are how fragile life can be beautiful and symbolize. Even the cherry blossom samurai honor, write a poem about flowers. Nowadays, many women may choose to get tattoos cherry. Just find a picture of flowers and you'll understand why they are respected!




Geisha Tattoo




Both men and women of his Japanese tattoo geisha designs are included. They are mere "pineopboda" model, they have a very liberal traditions of Japanese culture, training, and women are noble. They have a beautiful very talented. They sing, dance, play musical instruments, complete with tea to follow, the teachings and general hosting. By Terry Daniels

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