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A Koi Sleeve Tattoo? Sounds A Bit Fishy To Me!

Posted on 26 September 2008 by Tony

A koi, also known as a carp, is large freshwater fish and a normal fixture in the art of tattooing in Japan. Koi are revered mostly in Asia since it plays significant parts in both the Japanese and Chinese legends and myths. A lot of those stories transformed Koi into dragons for their undying determination. The Koi symbolizes perseverance during troubling times and strength to battle life’s adversities.

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Japenese even believe that Koi fish are brave and proud since they don’t quiver and vibrate when killed as opposed to other fishes. Koi fish are also associated with the Samurais of Japan and are known as on the most sacred and exact symbol of Samurais.
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