Asian Dragon Tattoo

Dragons have long been important part of Asian culture specially Chinese. The most commonly known Asian dragons include those from Japan and China, Korea, and Indonesia. Differences among the Asian dragons are minor. For example, Japanese dragons traditionally have five claws, where as in Chinese culture five clawed dragons were reserved for emperors, with four claws being the norm. Personally, my favourite are the Japanese dragons.

Dragon tattoos are marked in in many different shapes, styles and sizes, but they have dragon in common which is a mythological creature that is both fearsome and beautiful, and is the subject of folklore around the world.

Selecting a Asian Dragon Tattoo

Chances are it will be someone who has an interest in mythology or fantasy – and who is committed to it enough to make it a permanent part of their body art. You may think of Dungeons and Dragons player, but that’s just the beginning. Dragon tattoos are a common Goth tattoo image and may also be popular among people who have an interest in the art and symbols or the Middle Ages.

Asian Dragon Tattoos are quite popular today due to their rich diversity in design and meaning. These creatures can symbolize guardianship, freedom, wisdom, and empowerment. A unique idea is having a design in which the dragon is breathing out a flame which spells a lovers name or initials, or something similar. In this case, the dragon represents the "fire within", which could symbolize a burning passion for someone or something.

Asian dragon tattoos are lot different from the fairy tale dragon that goes back to the middle ages, though they are seemingly the same creature. These dragon tattoos make a beautiful and impacting visual persona.

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