Minamoto no Yorimitsu Three-Quarter Sleeve Tattoo Designs
Minamoto no Yorimitsu (Minamoto no Yorimitsu / Raikō) as a 3/4 sleeve — three-quarter sleeve covering shoulder to mid-forearm.
Why Minamoto no Yorimitsu works as a 3/4 sleeve
Heroism, demon slaying, martial excellence. One of the greatest warriors in Japanese legend.
The story behind the motif
Historical 10th-century nobleman who became legendary as a demon slayer. His most famous exploits include slaying the Shuten-doji (drunken demon) of Mt. Ooe with his retainers, and shooting down the Nue with an arrow guided by prayer. Commands the famous Shitennō (four heavenly retainers).
Composition notes
For a three-quarter sleeve, minamoto no yorimitsu sits naturally as the focal subject, framed by traditional supporting elements — clouds, waves, wind bars, or seasonal botanicals — that fill the space between major anatomical landmarks. Plan the composition so the motif’s strongest line follows the body’s natural flow (three-quarter sleeve covering shoulder to mid-forearm).
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