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Hannya is Hot in Anger

Irezumi can never be complete without figures like Ryu, Koi fish, Hannya, and many more. Hannya is a significant character that symbolizes an angry face of a jealous female demon. However, it is also used to ward off evil and bad spirits away. The red and golden color here pops quite well with blue eyes looking straight.

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Happy Okame for Happy Life

The doll in the tattoo here goes by the name “Okame”. She is a religious figure in the Shinto religion. She is the goddess of good fortune and happiness. The tattoo here only uses black shades but that in itself is quite impressive. Also, Okame means someone who has a glad spirit.

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Sakura Colored Blossoms with Waves

The sleeve of happiness is how I like to call it. The blossoms are sakura colored with waves in the background show quite a few things. First, the blossom signifies the process with tides showing that things might not always be happy as happiness comes in waves.

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Colorful and Angry Hannya

Hannya is a Japanese drama character who is a jealous female demon. No wonder the tattoo and mask might feel demonish but it in reality is a symbol of wisdom and good luck. To date, people use this mask to ward off the devil in Japanese culture. Being behind the neck might mean that no devil is to be attracted and the mask protects the person.

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Cute but Sneaky Daruma Tattoo

Daruma dolls are cute little dolls that are a sign of perseverance but also used as objects of good luck and fortune. Hence they are gifted to friends and families for good luck. The tattoo here invites good luck and the face facing upwards shows grit and perseverance.