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Kois symbolise strength in the Asian culture. Facing downwards generally means that the way the Koi is directing in the way in which the power will flow. I am considering getting one on my arm, as a full arm piece with Koi facing away from me as a symbol of strength going through my left arm and out my hand (or fist)

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13y ago

Actually it's bad luck for a Koi to going "downstream" for a tattoo.

(it's not actually bad luck, it's considered that you are trying to overcome any hardships and that the Koi is travelling in Autumn. The background should denote maple leaves etc.)

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14y ago

I'm not sure if the answer changes based on whether the fish is pointing up the arm, but in general, they symbolize luck.

Here's a site with more information if you're curious.

http://www.ilovetattoosandpiercings.com/koi-fish-tattoos.html

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11y ago

That its going in the wrong direction. Koi are always meant to be going upstream, never downstream.

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Simply that it's going the wrong way. Koi are always supposed to be swimming upstream against the current.

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