Okay, so I’ve been thinking about getting a new tattoo for a while now. I wanted something meaningful, something that would really resonate with me. And I’ve always been fascinated by Japanese culture and philosophy. So, I started looking into Japanese quotes that might work as a tattoo.
First, I hit up Google and Pinterest, just browsing through different images and articles. I wasn’t sure exactly what I was looking for, just kind of letting things wash over me. I saw a bunch of common ones, like “Fall seven times, stand up eight” (七転び八起き), which is cool, but felt a little…overdone, you know?
Then I started digging deeper. I wanted something a bit more unique, something that really spoke to my personal journey. I found a few websites dedicated to Japanese proverbs and idioms, and that’s where things got interesting.
- I considered “Ichi-go ichi-e” (一期一会), which means “one time, one meeting.” It’s about treasuring every encounter, because it will never happen again. Pretty deep, right?
- Then there was “Kachou Fuugetsu” (花鳥風月), which translates to “Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon.” It’s about experiencing the beauty of nature, and through that, discovering yourself. I really liked that one.
- Another one I stumbled upon was “Mizukara Koufuku wo Tsukuridasu” (自ら幸福を作り出す) meaning, making one’s own happiness.
I spent hours going back and forth, writing down different quotes, trying to imagine them on my skin. It’s a big decision! You don’t want to end up with something you regret later.
The Final Choice
After a lot of soul-searching (and asking my friends for their opinions!), I finally settled on “Mizukara Koufuku wo Tsukuridasu”. It will remind myself everyday. I love the idea. I’m still playing around with the placement and font. Maybe on my forearm? Or my ribcage? Still figuring that part out. I also need to find a reputable tattoo artist who specializes in Japanese calligraphy. That’s the next step!
I’m really excited about this. It feels like I’m not just getting a tattoo, I’m marking a significant moment in my life, a commitment to a certain way of thinking. Will let you all guys know after I get this done. I’m kind of pumped!
