Anime
Double
bunshin / ぶんしん
Dictionary meaning
分身 (bunshin) can refer to something that branches off from an original body or object while sharing its form or nature. In Buddhist usage it also refers to the Buddha appearing in different forms to help living beings. A fictional clone technique is one specific use, not the word’s entire meaning.
Your intended symbolism
Your personal symbolism is separate from the dictionary meaning. Explain what you want this choice to express to a fluent Japanese reader and your artist.
Context & cautions
分身 is only part of the name 影分身の術. It does not, on its own, spell out Shadow Clone Technique.
Size & legibility: discuss with your artist
There is no universal minimum tattoo size based on stroke count. Ask your artist to check line weight, the gaps between strokes, placement, and how the lettering may age. Preview dimensions include transparent margins and are not a safe minimum size.
Typeface, output quality & sources →Dictionary reference: Japanese dictionary entry ↗
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Naruto example: 影分身の術
The official article about Tobirama describes 影分身の術 as a technique that divides the user’s chakra to create physical doubles. That description belongs to Naruto’s fictional setting, separate from the general Japanese meaning of 分身.
PICTURE YOUR PLACEMENT
See your kanji on skin
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From character to lettering
This is a typeset reference, rather than a tattoo stencil. Check the final drawing, orientation, and intended meaning with a fluent Japanese reader and your artist.
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