Koi Tattoos

"So.. Are you Koi Tattoos Addicted?" That's the question we are asking to you, if your answer is yes then welcome to our website.

Here, You will see we have investigated deeply about koi tattoo designs and its placement. As you know probably placement matters a lot while tattooing your body part.

We all have seen people wearing a large koi on their bodies. There is no doubt right now they are one of the most popular trends and designs in the tattoo world.

People all around the world whether from western countries or Asian countries are loving kois as their tattoo design. You may know that koi tattoo designs are associated with oriental (Japanese and Chinese) myths. But due to its bold colors and deeply symbolic they have become very popular amongst western tattoo world.

Now you may ask us why they are growing everyday? We think there are so many reason. Mostly people like their ornamental beauty and bold colors. when colored ink was included in tattoo world then people could not find any better choice other than koi for their tattoo design. On the other side some people choose them because of the symbolism that it represents. You may know that people associate koi with perseverance, bravery and strength.

Let's see on this beautiful girl wearing a large koi tattoo on her side. We know you are wondering after seeing this sexy design. You can see use of bold colors and beautiful design. They are very beautiful and their colors and designs are intricate. We think this is the main reason behind their popularity as tattoo.

Koi Tattoo


Koi Tattoo

Koi fish are very powerful and energetic and they can swim against the current to reach food or spawning ground. Koi fishes can live up to thirty years and some also can live up to 200 years. So due to these facts people associate koi with strength, power and longevity.

Meaning and History of Koi Tattoos

So guys and girls if you are going to have koi fish as your tattoo design then you must know meaning of koi symbol. Koi is a Japanese word for carp and they have long been a part of the Japanese life. There is a small koi pond almost at every temple. As we said earlier people associate koi with power, bravery and strength. Koi has long been a symbol of manhood and the strength of masculinity.

As far as history of koi is concerned legend said If a koi fish succeeded in climbing the falls at a point called Dragon Gate on the Yellow River it would be transformed into a dragon. So, as we said earlier koi is associated with chinse, Japanese and Buddhist Culture. In Buddhist Religion, the Koi fish represents courage and bravery. Humans 'swim' through the 'ocean of suffering' without fear, just like a fish swims through water.

koi tattoos


koi tattoos

Let's see us on this girl covering her whole back with a large koi fish tattoo. you can also choose either few colors like this girl in your design. or you can also choose some bright colors and different shapes but keep in mind basic thing they should look like fish.

So when we talk about the design then there are numerous number of colors are available. But we have seen mostly guys and girls prefer bright colors as koi is also known for bright colors.

As far as shape is concerned we advise you to pick a design consisting of flower, water and koi. Because a whole scenery can symbolize beauty of koi in a better way.

You may know that there are many varieties of koi are available and they vary in color and design. You must choose colors according to your personality and feelings. For example Asagi koi have light blue top surface and red bottom, showa koi is of black color with red and white spots and Tancho koi having white color with a red spot on its head. So, you need to spend some time on choosing best design for you. Be remember you are going to have tattoo for a long time.

So.. Are you ready for rocking click here.. to see koi tattoo pictures. You can choose best design for you. and you can also print out this design for you. Go to your tattoo artist with this printed design. and take your tattoo on your skin. ohhh... now you have your colorful koi tattoo on your skin.

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