25 Mind-Blowing Japanese Dragon Tattoo Designs
The dragon is a revered symbol in the “county of the rising sun”. According to the Japanese mythology, the dragons are water gods who reside in ponds and water bodies. They are associated with wisdom and knowledge and the Japanese worship them for good luck and fortune. The Japanese dragon tattoo uses this holy symbol as design. The tattoos exhibit the serpentine, wingless mythological creatures with small claws and horned head. It is widely sported by people of all age groups on different body parts. It can be seen in various forms from black and white to colorful.
The Japanese dragon tattoo is inked with other motifs and insignia too, like flowers, clouds and flames. The size of the tattoo is mostly kept large, especially, by the men because the dragon looks more dynamic and formidable in that form only. However, women and even some men go for the elegant, small pieces. They have a dainty and cool look. Dragon tattoos have an amazing and superb dazzling effect on the eyes of the onlookers. To get a look and feel of how these tattoos look after getting carved, we take you to this post which has 25 designs showing the Japanese dragon in various poses and colors. Enjoy.
Splendid Tattoo
This small Japanese dragon carved on upper back of this sexy lady gives her a daring look.
Fearsome Presence
A terrifying Japanese dragon breathing fire from its mouth inked on back creates fear and awe.
Formidable
Black and white Japanese dragon inked on upper back in full swing, waiting to pounce on the victims.
Kanji And Japanese Dragon
The three Kanji symbols inked in the middle of the chest and a ferocious dragon moving towards them create an awesome tattoo design.
Attractive Dragon
This Japanese dragon with dashes of red, pink and other colors in its body draws instant attention.
Japanese Dragon
The red mouth and the red paws of this black and white Japanese dragon are signs of the blood it has sucked from the bodies.
Favorite Dragon
These two Japanese boys with dragon tattoos on their arms represent the craze for these tattoos in Japan.
The Guardian Dragon
The Tibetan skull and the Japanese dragon coiled around it has a deep spiritual meaning.
Epic Japanese Skull And Dragon
Large Dragon Backpiece
Colorful dragon with brilliant shades of bright hues and vibrant look graces the back.
Man Eater Dragon
Dragon tattoo inked in black and grey on hand and reaching up to chest looks as if it will devour the flesh of the man.
Classic Japanese Art
The traditional Japanese dragon inked on the arm looks graceful and elegant.
Terrific Dragon
The menacing Japanese dragon engraved on the rib points towards the power and strength the mythological creature wields.
My Tattoo Art
The tattoo artist proudly displays her creation carved on the arm of her client.
Stomach Tattoo
A Japanese dragon with a long and slender body pouncing on a flower carved on the stomach.
Wonderful Sight
The piercing and the Japanese dragon tattoo together create an amazing look on the chest and hands.
Shoulder Blade Tattoo
This lady has got a Japanese dragon on her shoulder for good fortune and prosperity.
Dynamic Tattoo
A bright and colorful Japanese dragon inked on the inner side of the forearm looks peppy.
Japanese Dragon In Inner Forearm
Unique Tattoo Piece
A black figure of Japanese dragon engraved on back of the palm has an unusual cute look.
Holy Japanese Dragon
This colorful Japanese dragon emerging from the clouds looks graceful and induced positive vibes.
Cool Back Tattoo
The terrifying Japanese dragon coiled around a branch covered with flowers presents a wonderful sight.
Lively Tattoo
Whole back covered with a black and white dragon bearing hues of magenta in its body looks nimble.
Elegant Dragon Tattoo
A beautiful girl with a serpentine Japanese dragon on her back looks more alluring in the tattoo piece.
Incredible Backpiece
This large Japanese dragon with a bright, sparkling red body carved with floral motif looks amazing.
Marvelous
Roaring Japanese dragon carved with sky blue flowers on the chest and arms presents a sleek and dynamic picture.
Terrific Chest Piece
An awesome Japanese dragon with vivid colors inked on chest and arm arouses wonder in the eyes of onlookers.
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Great collection of Dragon art,thanks, really good designs.
Incredible Backpiece is more than just a Japanese dragon. That’s very awesome and very colorful too. Nice post!