In Japanese symbolism the koi represents perserverance in adversity and strength of purpose. The strongest koi swims upstream until it reaches the final waterfall, where it vaults into the mists and becomes a water dragon. |
The design shows an ink illustrations which refers to "Metamorphosis" a book written by Franz Kafka. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking up to find himself transformed into a monstrous insect-like creature. |
This t-shirt design was a initially a tattoo design for a friend which draws reference to the biblical story of Adam and Eve who ate an apple from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, causing their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. |
Geishas are traditional, female Japanese entertainers whose skills include performing various Japanese arts such as classical music and dance. The red umbrella also represents the red rising sun of Japan. |