Hereâs a tribute to one of the most popular and beautiful of all the tattoo symbols that have emanated from the Japanese culture. This full-back covering Koi tattoo traditionally includes both the dull grey fish and the brightly colored varieties though the more radiant ones have always gained precedence in popular inks just like this one here. The Koi stands for love and friendship in Japan and symbolizes courage, the ability to attain high goals and overcoming lifeâs difficulties in tattoo imagery especially when combined with depictions of water.
Source: My Tattoo Design