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  2. Hajichi - Wikipedia

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    The tattoos could represent pride in being a woman, beauty, and protection. [4] They were associated with rites of passage for women and could indicate marital status. The motifs and shapes varied from island to island. Among some peoples it was believed that women who lacked hajichi would risk suffering in the afterlife. [5]

  3. Rapa Nui tattooing - Wikipedia

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    In some cases the tattoos were considered a receptor for divine strength or mana. They were manifestations of the Rapa Nui culture. Priests, warriors and chiefs had more tattoos than the rest of the population, as a symbol of their hierarchy. Both men and women were tattooed to represent their social class. [2] [3]

  4. Shaka sign - Wikipedia

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    The "shaka" sign. The shaka sign, sometimes known as "hang loose" is a gesture with friendly intent often associated with Hawaii and surf culture.It consists of extending the thumb and smallest finger while holding the three middle fingers curled, and gesturing in salutation while presenting the front or back of the hand; the wrist may be rotated back and forth for emphasis.

  5. Surf culture - Wikipedia

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    Until the 1830s women were still actively engaged in Hawaiian surfing, but this changed after American missionaries had come to the islands and taught the Hawaiians that it was improper for women to surf. Women did not begin surfing around the Hawaiian islands again until the late 1800s. By the end of World War II surfing would have a major ...

  6. These 55 Hawaiian baby names are inspired by the Aloha State

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    Here are the top 55 Hawaiian baby names, including Kai and Koa for baby boys, and Leilani and Kaia for baby girls. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: ...

  7. Tā moko - Wikipedia

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    Women continued receiving moko through the early 20th century, [12] and the historian Michael King in the early 1970s interviewed over 70 elderly women who would have been given the moko before the 1907 Tohunga Suppression Act. [13] [14] Women's tattoos on lips and chin are commonly called pūkauae or moko kauae. [15] [16]

  8. A Comprehensive, Not-at-All-Unhinged Guide to All 40+ of ...

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    Here's a comprehensive guide to all of Harry Styles' tattoos and their meanings, from the giant swallows on his chest to that tiger on his thigh.

  9. Sailor Jerry - Wikipedia

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    At the time, it was the only place on the island where tattoo studios were located. His studio became China Sea Tattoo after his death. His earlier studios were at 434 South State Street, 150 North Hotel Street and 13 South Hotel Street. Collins developed tattoo designs with inspiration from sailor tattoos and Japanese tattoo imagery. [3]

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