In Japan, the blooming of the local cherry blossoms (AKA "sakura") is a spectacle that attracts millions of visitors each spring. Because of the blossoms' short-lived beauty (the pretty pink flowers fall from their branches after just one week) they've become a popular a symbol for the ephemeral nature of life. Long story short, this stunning sakura tattoo serves as a reminder to savor the sweet things in life for as long as you can.