"According to Chinese legend, fish that pass the Dragon Gate rapids in the Yellow River will become dragons and live in eternal happiness. Only the koi is said to have achieved this difficult task. The koi, therefore, symbolizes strength, courage and endurance. Images of double koi symbolize happy marriage and long life." This is the 2nd in the series of 4 Japanese tattooed women. The 1st is called Dragon Mystic. The 3rd may be a tiger and 4th may be a Phoenix, Caroline is still undecided.