They symbolize the beauty, fragility and fleeting nature of life. The cherry blossom is the most fragile and short lived flower in nature, and I would argue the most beautiful; to the touch, sight and smell. If I was ever forced to get a tattoo somehow, it would be of cherry blossoms. I have a cherry tree, as soon as it rains or gets windy, the blossoms are gone for another year.
Cherry blossoms are the symbol of the samurai.
They symbolize the beauty, fragility and fleeting nature of life. The cherry blossom is the most fragile and short lived flower in nature, and I would argue the most beautiful; to the touch, sight and smell. If I was ever forced to get a tattoo somehow, it would be of cherry blossoms. I have a cherry tree, as soon as it rains or gets windy, the blossoms are gone for another year.