Cherry blossom trees are a symbol of nature’s beauty and Japan, specifically Tokyo. In the spring, these delicate flowers emerge from buds on branches when they bloom in stunning colors across neighborhoods, leaving visitors dumbfounded at their abundance.
If you are looking for a thoughtful and meaningful tattoo, then the cherry blossom is sure to catch your eye. They convey feelings of peace, enlightenment, or even love – who wouldn’t want that kind of sentimentality?
In this article, we’ll go over the meaning and symbolism of cherry blossoms. We will look at some popular tattoo designs based on these flowers.
The Symbolism of Cherry Blossom Tattoos
Cherry blossoms have many peaceful and calm meanings attached to them, making cherries a beautiful tattoo. There are different types of cherry blossom tattoos out there for you to choose from today.
Shortness of Life
Cherry blossom tattoos are a great reminder of the beauty in life and how quickly they can be taken away. The cherry trees only bloom for two weeks during springtime, but the best time to watch for the cherry blossoms is normally between four and seven days after peak bloom starts.
Religious Symbolism
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Cherry blossom tattoos are not just pretty designs but also have religious significance. They represent the peaceful philosophy of Buddhism, which teaches that life’s only purpose is to find wisdom and understanding in this world – and with each passing day, we’re reminded by cherry blossoms’ short lifespan (only lasting about two weeks).
Strength
The petals of the cherry blossom are a symbol of drops of blood on battlefields. This flower also stands for strength and perseverance, so it is common to use samurais or tigers with cherry blossom tattoo designs.
Love and Sexuality
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The delicate cherry blossom symbolizes the coming spring and love and femininity.
Hope
Though the life of a flower is short, each bloom indicates hope for future generations.
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Common Designs of Cherry Blossom Tattoos
Cherry blossoms can be represented in tattoos in petals and have a delicate appearance that would go well with other elements such as birds or insects. Popular choices include:
Watercolor blossom tattoo – the watercolor tattoo style mimics the look of paintings using vivid colors but light as if slightly watered down in places and running into each other. In cherry blossom designs, they can be done entirely with this type or have solid outlines too for added effect.
Tattoo from our artist Ada Luna
Traditional style tattoo – the traditional style of tattooing involves relatively heavy black outlines with a more or less solid color fill. If any, little shading is applied in these designs, which makes them bold and high contrast –perfect for those who want their skin tone displayed prominently on display.
Tattoo from our artist Daniel Sartor
Branch Designs – the traditional style of tattooing involves relatively heavy black outlines with a more or less solid color fill. If any, little shading is applied in these designs, which makes them bold and high contrast –perfect for those who want their skin tone displayed prominently on display.
Cherry blossom and hummingbird tattoo – the cherry blossom and hummingbird are some of the most beautiful combinations in tattoos. Although they aren’t native to each other’s countries, their symbols go well together because both represent mindfulness (the bird), positivity/endurance for life’s joys even when things get tough.
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Cherry blossom and Buddha tattoo – cherry blossom tattoos are a beautiful symbol of hope and inspiration, but they should only be placed on parts of your body that won’t violate any Buddhist principles. If the meaning associated with cherry blossoms most closely reflects how you see it, then this design may just have what’s needed for inspiration in life.
Tattoo from our artist Marek Pawlik
Cherry blossom tree tattoo – if you’re thinking about getting a large tattoo, consider an elegant single cherry blossom. This design will be highly discreet and can look truly beautiful in quiet elegance-all while still conveying the full meaning that larger trees hold for their respective cultures or regions where they grow on earth.
Tattoo from our artist Jeff Bermingham
What Is the Ideal Placement for Cherry Blossom Tattoos?
Cherry blossom tattoos have a unique look and mostly appear in the form of a tree with many branches. Hence, people prefer getting this tattoo on their arms as it showcases how far they spread out beautifully, the best place to get one would be near your biceps or forearms if you want others to be able to see what’s there without distortion when looking up close; however other locations like chests, back stomachs, spine thighs, shoulders feet could also work depending upon preference.
Small tattoos are best placed on the wrist, back, or side of the neck. The placement will dictate what kind you get and how it looks, dependent upon which design options fit into this area snugly enough to not be uncomfortable but still visible for all its worth.
You can get medium cherry tree tattoos on any part of your body that you want to show off. The best placement for these designs is the arms or legs, but they also look great when placed onto shoulders and backsides as well.
Check out our marvelous gallery of cherry blossom style tattoos on different parts of the body:
Shoulders
Thighs
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Tattoo from our artist Ada Luna
Tattoo from our artist Jeff Bermingham
Chest
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Back
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Tattoo from our artist Ada Luna
Tattoo from our artist Daniel Sartor
Arms
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Cherry Blossom Tattoo Ideas
Have you decided that the sakura flower might be right for your next tattoo? Check out our collection of cherry blossom designs below to get inspired.
Cherry Blossom Tattoo and Tiger
The tiger and cherry blossoms combined leave you with some amazing imagery, as well as the meanings behind these two symbols making this tattoo more beautiful.
With a powerful, ink-bearing tiger and cherry blossoms that symbolize strength according to Japanese culture, this tattoo shows how independent you are. You have your power with these symbols, which makes life worth living, in my opinion.
Cherry Blossom With Asian Lettering Tattoo
The cherry blossom has been associated with the samurai for centuries. This association is understandable, as both share a sense of elegance and courage that was necessary to be an effective leader during times when the battle was imminent or happening nearby The meaning behind these tattoos tends towards strength-to represent how powerful they feel on your body — and purity because who doesn’t love seeing pink?
Summary
Forget the standard rose, heart, or even script. There is nothing more beautiful than a tree full of blossoming cherry blossom trees in springtime. The petals are pure white with pink centers and make for an eye-catching design on any person’s body part; they decide to ink up themselves with one too – not just those looking for something colorful but also anyone seeking some meaning behind their tattoo decisions (even if it seems minor) which can help them remember why these particular flowers mean so much when all else fades away into obscurity. You’re going to love your next tattoo appointment. Get ready for the best cherry blossom tattoos.
Check out our fascinating gallery of cherry blossom-style tattoos below for design ideas and inspiration.
FAQ
? Is It Expensive To Get a Cherry Blossom Tattoo?
The cost of a tattoo varies depending on many factors, including the size and design. For example, if you go with smaller cherry blossom tattoos that do not have very intricate details, they will typically range from $50-$150 per piece done; however, larger pieces can be more expensive than this at around 300 dollars, for instance (depending upon complexity).
❓Should I Get a Cherry Blossom Tattoo on My Thigh?
Cherry blossom tattoos are a popular choice for women, and it’s easy to see why. The delicate flowers on these little floppers bring life into any outfit while also adding some much-needed style. Thigh tattoos are not only a great way to adorn your thighs, but they also present the hip and lower torso stylishly. Unlike most other types of body art that require you to wear long clothing in order for them not to be seen, or it covers up as soon as possible after getting this done, so work doesn’t become an issue – no such worries with thigh tattoos.
? What Does a Cherry Blossom Tattoo Mean?
The beautiful cherry blossom symbolizes love and the passage of time. The petals fall one by one, reminding us that life moves quickly in this world where we’re always surrounded by new things to enjoy or catch up on from previous years.
✨ What Symbols Look Good in the Mix With the Cherry Blossom Tattoo?
Cherry blossom tattoos are a popular choice for women because they can be used to symbolize everything from love, friendship, and life goals down to just being happy with what’s in front of you. You can mix them with such symbols as moon or anime characters or tigers.
