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What is a yokai
Yokai is a fantasy culture that Japan is proud of. In the world of manga, anime, and games, Western fantasy based on myths and legends such as dragons and magic is a familiar motif. However, Japan also has its inhabitants of a fascinating fantasy world. That is the existence of a youkai. Yokai are monster…
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Meaning of tattoo designs
meaning of the designs I often get asked about the meaning of tattoo designs. The peony is said to be the “King of Flowers,” and there are phrases like “a peony when standing, a tree peony when sitting, and a lily when walking.” However, the design itself does not have any inherent meaning. I have…
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Peony and Butterfly
Examples of the meanings of the peony design include fortune and a bright future. The language of flowers is noble, wealthy, etc. The peony flower is also known as the king of a hundred flowers and is a symbol of manhood. The butterfly, which transforms from a chrysalis into a beautiful butterfly, is a symbol…
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snake and sunflower
I received a commission for a snake and sunflower from a regular customer. The sunflower came to Japan in the late 1660s, so it is not a very new flower, but it is a motif not often used in ukiyo-e and Japanese carving, so it was interesting to paint it. The snake’s repeated shedding of…
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chrysanthemum
Along with cherry blossoms, chrysanthemums are the national flower of Japan, and are considered to be the most noble and beautiful of all flowers. Its name comes from the Greek word meaning “golden flower.” These flowers symbolize longevity, joy, optimism, and loyalty, and exist in a variety of colors, each with a different meaning. -Red:…
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