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In Japanese culture carp are a symbol of love and friendship and their image can be seen on kites at children’s birthday parties, to wish the youngsters strength and virtue.

In the tattoo world, the carp, especially if associated with running water, is a symbol of the bravery which enables you to overcome obstacles and leads you to do great things.

This interpretation comes from the belief that the carp is able to jump easily up waterfalls and, if caught, can face the blade of a knife without quivering.

The fact that it swims upstream, means that it is also associated with non-conformity.

An ancient legend tells the story of a carp which succeeded in going up a waterfall, overcoming hurdles and evil spirits.

The gods, who were impressed by its qualities, turned it into a dragon.

So the carp began to represent those who are not afraid of facing hardships in life and aspire to achieving great things. The carp also expresses marital fidelity and good luck in general.

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