So you've decided that you want a Japanese tattoo. The majority of Japanese tattoos consist heavily of written symbols which can be divided into three main categories.
1) Kanji
Of the three types of Japanese tattoo symbols, Kanji is the most popular because it is so expressive and artistic. So by combining a number of different Kanji symbols in your tattoo design it's possible to create a stylish and unique tattoo that expresses an unlimited number of ideas and messages.
2) Hiragana
Unlike Kanji symbols, which represent various ideas or meanings, Hiragana is a style of writing that's used in everyday Japanese life. In terms of design, the hiragana characters are more rounded than Kanji symbols, which is worth bearing in mind depending upon your artistic tastes.
3) Katakana
The system of Katakana is similar to Hiragana. The system of Katakana symbols is used almost exclusively to represent words that are non Japanese in origin. So unless you want to walk around wearing a Japanese tattoo that looks like a bad practical joke, if you don't speak Japanese fluently, it's vital to get an accurate translation of your design from a Japanese language expert.
It's also a good idea to make sure that you find a tattoo artist who has experience forming the various Japanese characters and symbols.Use the internet to look at as many different types and styles of Japanese tattoos as possible.
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