Tattoo in the form of Japanese characters

Tattoos with Japanese characters are now quite popular. Often they are made even by people far from Eastern culture - they just like mysterious symbols. Graceful lines look beautiful and allow for different application options: you can make a mini-tattoo in just a few strokes or a large drawing with a complex composition.

Hieroglyphs are an alphabet, but symbols not only convey certain sounds: each of them has its own meaning. Signs endowed with a positive meaning are often chosen as tattoos - "love", "happiness", "wealth" and so on. Besides, you can use phrases of 2-3 hieroglyphs - they take up little space on the body, but they can hide in themselves a whole message with a claim to profundity.

There are several reasons why people get tattoos with oriental symbols.

• Love for Japanese culture. Some choose catchphrases or sayings related to a certain historical period to emphasize their hobbies. Fans of Japanese animation sometimes get tattoos that refer to the images of their favorite characters.
• Sacred meaning. Often, hieroglyphs are given a magical meaning, therefore, the drawing is selected in such a way as to attract the necessary energies into your life or to protect yourself from ill-wishers.
• Aesthetic appeal. Asian writing is beautiful in itself. Hieroglyphs look like unusual intricate patterns, so some lovers of beautiful tattoos want to transfer them to their bodies.

The symbols must be chosen carefully. Many of them have several meanings, and the meaning can also change when composing a phrase from two or more hieroglyphs.If you do not want to accidentally get a meaningless or even indecent inscription, it is better to consult with those who know Japanese. Do not hesitate to use the advice of a translator - this will save you from problems and expenses for mixing an unsuccessful drawing.

Often, tattoos in the form of Japanese hieroglyphs are confused with Chinese symbols. They are indeed similar as they share a common source of origin. In addition, there are also Korean and Vietnamese scripts with similar outlines. If it is important to emphasize the connection with Japan, and not just to make a beautiful drawing on the body, then make sure that there is no confusion with the choice of the symbol.

You can use one symbol or several at once to create a suitable inscription. In addition, hieroglyphs go well with various images - you can complement the sketch with a mandala, lotus, dragon or any other drawing that fits the meaning. Sometimes phrases in another language are included in the composition, for example, mantras, written not in symbols, but in Sanskrit letters.

Tattoos with hieroglyphs are suitable for girls and guys, you just need to choose signs with a gender-appropriate meaning. Popular symbols with translation are presented below. Fans of Japan and its culture can pick up beautiful hieroglyphs to use as tattoos.

You can pick up the following signs that mean certain words.

• Happiness. One of the most popular symbols, it is usually applied to the body to find inner harmony, to attract positive energy into life. This symbol is chosen by men and women, since it can be considered universal.

• Love. Such a sign is applied by those who want to find a soul mate or, on the contrary, emphasize the importance of an existing union and the strength of their feelings. Most often, a hieroglyph with this meaning is chosen by girls, being more romantic natures.

• Wealth. Some people believe that a tattoo like this will help them make a lot of money. Even from a psychological point of view, this makes sense - the symbol gives a person confidence, he begins to express himself more actively, becomes more decisive, and due to all this, he can move up the career ladder.

• Loyalty. This hieroglyph can be viewed in different ways. If men choose him, they usually mean loyalty to themselves and their principles. So they emphasize that honor and independence are important to them. For women, loyalty is more often associated with family and loved one. A girl's tattoo can speak of deep romantic feelings.

• House. This hieroglyph emphasizes that family and family ties are important for a person. Often it is chosen by women who dream of children.

• Victory. The symbol is suitable for people who want to become more decisive, achieve success, gain self-confidence. This sign is also used by individuals with a strong character, who already consider themselves winners in everything, but want to emphasize this even more. Such a hieroglyph is also popular among athletes, since many of them hope that it brings good luck in competitions.

When choosing symbols, it is recommended to focus on variants with a positive value. It is worth thinking carefully before applying negative signs on yourself, which are translated, for example, as "hatred", "death", "sadness". Even if now it seems that everything in life is bad, anger towards the world or specific people often rolls over, then you need to believe the opposite, concentrate on the good. Bad things don't come forever.

Tattoos consisting of several symbols need to be selected carefully. This is especially true for long phrases in which it is easy to make mistakes. There are simpler options - 2-3 hieroglyphs, which together denote a certain concept.

• "I love with all my heart." Option for romantic natures. The phrase can be written in different ways - the Japanese alphabet has several styles of writing.

• "Spring wind". A tattoo with this phrase is suitable for freedom-loving people who do not like to sit in one place. And also such a drawing can be interesting for those who want to add lightness to their life.

• "The Way of the Warrior". The phrase is associated with the Japanese concept of "bushido" - this is a kind of samurai code. The tattoo may indicate that the wearer follows the same principles or is engaged in martial arts.

Most often, black hieroglyphs can be seen in sketches, but there are other options. In Japan, colors are also given a certain meaning, so the choice of colors can carry additional meaning.

Let's consider some options.

• Blue-green. This shade is associated with the element of wind. It can mean freedom, lightness, or the destructive power of a typhoon.
• Red. Associated with fire and life energy. It is also believed that this color brings good luck and prosperity.
• Yellow. He is associated with wealth and prosperity. In addition, it is the color of the element of the Earth.
• White. It has a contradictory meaning: in eastern countries it is considered mourning, but at the same time it is also used for amulets against evil spirits.

Oriental symbols can be easily applied to any place, they can be enlarged or reduced to the desired size. Most often, hieroglyphs are placed on the limbs, back and neck.

• On the hand. It can be a miniature drawing somewhere on the palm or wrist. It is easy to cover it when needed. You can also make a whole sleeve using Japanese writing and drawings in the oriental style.
• On the foot. Girls are more likely to tattoo their thighs or feet; for guys, they can be located in the ankle or lower leg.
• On the back. There is room for imagination here. If there is a desire to get a large tattoo, then the back is well suited for this. And you can also limit yourself to a small symbol - this is usually applied to the shoulder blade.
• On the neck. This option requires a certain amount of courage, since the tattoo in this place is difficult to hide. Drawings are applied both from the side of the spine and from the side - under the ear.

Some people get tattoos on their faces. It is important to think about such an act properly, since not everyone around will appreciate such an extravagant look. For example, difficulties may arise when applying for a job. But if a person is busy in the creative field and completely confident in himself, then such a solution is quite suitable.

First you need to think over the sketch. You can draw it yourself, if you have the ability, or contact an artist specializing in tattoo drawings. Some salons have catalogs with ready-made examples, including popular hieroglyphs.

Before applying a tattoo, it is advisable to follow several recommendations.

• Drink plenty of water. The pattern fits better on moisturized skin, the process is easier and faster.
• Refuse alcohol a couple of days before the session. Alcohol tends to thin the blood, which can lead to more bleeding during drawing.
• Appropriate clothing should be worn for the session. If a tattoo is planned on the leg, then it can be a skirt or shorts. In the case of the arrangement of the picture on the hand, it is better to use a T-shirt or top. It is necessary to provide the master with convenient access to the desired part of the body.

Hair removal should be done prior to tattooing if there is abundant vegetation on the skin. In addition, the working area is treated with a special disinfectant. It will not be superfluous to use an anesthetic gel to reduce discomfort. True, some people do without it, since here it is worth focusing on the individual level of sensitivity (pain threshold).

After the completion of the procedure, the tattoo will require maintenance for some time. It will need to be processed with a special tool. In addition, it is not recommended to expose the drawing to direct sunlight or soak it in salt water (which is why it is not recommended to get a tattoo just before a trip to the sea).

If you follow all the precautions, then there should be no special problems. The tattoo will calmly heal and delight you.