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  1. Goat / Sheep

  2. Monkey

  3. Rooster / Chicken

  4. Dog

  5. Boar / Pig

  6. Rat / Mouse

  7. Ox / Bull / Cow

  8. Tiger

  9. Rabbit / Hare

10. Dragon

11. Snake / Serpent

12. Horse

13. Earth

14. Aquarius

15. Aries

16. Cancer

17. Capricorn

18. Gemini

19. Leo

20. Libra

21. Ophiuchus

22. Pisces

23. Sagittarius

24. Scorpio

25. Taurus

26. Virgo


Goat / Sheep

Year of the Goat / Zodiac Sign

 yáng
 hitsuji
 
Goat  /  Sheep Scroll

羊 is the character for goat or sheep in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the goat (sheep), you . . .

Are sophisticated and considerate
Can always find the best solution to problems.
Are tolerant.
Are not afraid of hardship.
Know how to save money (thrifty).

Monkey

Year of the Monkey / Zodiac Sign

 hóu
 
Monkey Scroll

猴 is the monkey character in Chinese.
猴 means ape in Japanese due to an error made long ago as Japan absorbed Chinese characters.

If you were born in the year of the monkey, you . . .

Are smart, brave, active, and competitive.
Like new things.
Have a good memory.
Are quick to respond
Have an easy time winning people's trust.
Are, however, not very patient.

Rooster / Chicken

Year of the Rooster / Zodiac Sign

 jī
 niwatori
 
Rooster / Chicken Scroll

鷄 or 雞 is the character for rooster or chicken in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the rooster (chicken), you . . .

Have a unique sense of color.
Are highly principled and responsible.
Have persuasive power.
Are honest.
Have a great ability to communicate.

Common Chinese chicken Alternate Chinese chicken #1 Alternate Chinese chicken #2

Please note: There are a few different ways to write rooster/chicken, as shown to the right. If you are particular about the form, please let us know when you place your order.

Dog

Year of the Dog / Zodiac Sign

 gǒu
 inu / ku
 
Dog Scroll

狗 is the character for dog, canine, or hound in Chinese.

If you were born in the year of the dog, you . . .


Are strong-willed
Loyal to your friends and mate.
Never compromise when you think you are right.

Note: Can be pronounced, and means dog in Japanese but feels like a very old word (see our other dog if you need a Japanese dog).

Boar / Pig

Year of the Pig / Zodiac Sign

 zhū
 inoshishi
 
Boar / Pig Scroll

豬 is the character for boar, pig, or swine in Chinese and old Korean.

If you were born in the year of the boar/year of the pig, you...

Are optimistic.
Have good luck with wealth and money.
Are honest, generous, and warm-hearted.

Rat / Mouse

Year of the Rat / Zodiac Sign

 shǔ
 nezumi
 
Rat / Mouse Scroll

鼠 is the character for rat (and sometimes mouse) in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the Rat, you . . .

Are sensitive and smart.
Easily adapting to new environments.
Have a curious nature.
Are good at using the opportunities that are presented to you.

In some contexts, this character could mean “mouse.”

Ox / Bull / Cow

Year of the Ox / Bull - Zodiac Sign

 niú
 ushi
 
Ox  /  Bull / Cow Scroll

牛 is the character for bull, cow, ox, or bovine creature in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the ox/bull/cow, you . . .

Are dedicated to your work.
Are discrete, careful and conscientious.
Value work and family.

Note that in this Chinese character, there is no distinction between bull and cow. All bovine creatures fit into the definition of this character. To distinguish between male and female, another sex-designating character is added in front of this character. Therefore, in China, the energy drink “Red Bull” (Hong Niu) is often translated in the minds of Chinese people as “Red Cow” or even “Red Ox.”

Tiger

Year of the Tiger / Zodiac Sign

 hǔ
 tora
 
Tiger Scroll

虎 is the character for tiger in Chinese, old Korean Hanja, and Japanese Kanji.

Since you already know what a tiger is, here's some trivia: If you look at the Japanese pronunciation, you might remember a movie called “Tora Tora Tora” which was the code word used to initiate the attack on Pearl Harbor. It simply means “Tiger Tiger Tiger.”

In Chinese culture, the tiger is considered to be the king of all animals (in much the way we see the lion in western culture).

From the Chinese Zodiac, if you were born in the year of the tiger, you . . .

Have a strong personality.
Are full of self-confidence.
Love adventure
Don't like to obey others.

Rabbit / Hare

Year of the Rabbit / Zodiac Sign

 tù
 usagi
 
Rabbit / Hare Scroll

兔 is the character for rabbit or hare in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the rabbit, you...

Are gentle and full of sympathy.
Love to help others.
Enjoy a quiet life.
Are a good worker.
Are, however, a bit of a pushover.

Dragon

Year of the Dragon / Zodiac Sign

 lóng
 ryuu / tatsu
Dragon Scroll

龍 is the character for dragon in Chinese, old Korean Hanja, and Japanese Kanji.

The dragon is a creature of myth and legend that dominates Chinese, Japanese, and even European folklore. In China, the dragon is the symbol of the Emperor, strength, and power, and the Chinese dragon is known as the god of water.

From the Chinese Zodiac, if you were born in the year of the Dragon, you . . .

Have a strong body and spirit.
Are full of energy.
Have vast goals.
Have a deep level of self-awareness.
Will do whatever you can to “save face.”

Snake / Serpent

Year of the Snake / Zodiac Sign

 shé
 hebi
 
Snake  /  Serpent Scroll

蛇 is the character for snake or serpent in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the snake, you . . .


Are calm.
Are an inspiration to others.
Have a stubborn nature like a mule (you do not like to concede).

Horse

Year of the Horse / Zodiac Sign

 mǎ
 uma
 
Horse Scroll

馬 is the character for a horse in Chinese, old Korean, and Japanese.

If you were born in the year of the horse, you . . .


Are outgoing and active.
Don't give up easily.
Are known to have a bad temper.

Earth

(One of the five elements)

 tǔ
 tsuchi
 
Earth Scroll

土 is earth, soil, ground, or Terra.


See Also:  Five Elements | Chinese Zodiac

Aquarius Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shuǐ píng zuò
 mizugame-za
Aquarius Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

水瓶座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Aquarius (water bearer) of western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Aries Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 mù yáng zuò
 ohitsuji-za
Aries Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

牡羊座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Aries (ram) of western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Aries Zodiac Symbol / Sign

(Alternate / Chinese)

 bái yáng zuò
Aries Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

白羊座 is an alternate Chinese way to write Aries (ram) from western astrology.

I don't believe it is used at all in Japanese, so the other version is probably better or at least more universal.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Cancer Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 jù xiè zuò
Cancer Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

巨蟹座 is the Chinese way to write Cancer (crab) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (see the other version if Japanese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Cancer Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 xiè zuò
 kani-za
Cancer Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

蟹座 is the Japanese way to write Cancer (crab) of western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Japanese (see the other version if Chinese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Capricorn Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shān yáng zuò
 yagi-za
Capricorn Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

山羊座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Capricorn (horned goat) from western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Capricorn Zodiac Symbol / Sign

(Alternate / Chinese)

 mó jié zuò
Capricorn Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

摩羯座 is an alternate Chinese way to write Capricorn (horned goat) from western astrology.

I don't believe it is used at all in Japanese, so the other version is probably better or at least more universal.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Gemini Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shuāng zǐ zuò
 futago-za
Gemini Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

雙子座 is the Chinese way to write Gemini (twins) of western astrology.

This was also the version used in Japan until they simplified the first Kanji to 双 after WWII. If you need the modern Japanese 双子座 instead of the older 雙子座, just let me know when you place your order.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Gemini Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shuāng zǐ zuò
 futago-za
Gemini Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

雙子座 is the Japanese way to write Gemini (twins) from western astrology.

This also happens to be the Simplified Chinese version of this title - however, I recommend the Traditional Chinese version if your audience is Chinese.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Leo Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shī zǐ zuò
 shishi-za
Leo Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

獅子座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Leo (lion) of western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Libra Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 tiān chèng zuò
 tenbin-za
Libra Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

天秤座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Libra (scales) of western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Ophiuchus Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shé fū zuò
Ophiuchus Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

蛇夫座 is the Chinese way to write Ophiuchus (the serpent bearer) of western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (not Japanese).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Pisces Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shuāng yú zuò
Pisces Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

雙魚座 is the Chinese way to write Pisces (fish) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (see the other version if Japanese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Pisces Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 yú zuò
 uo-za
Pisces Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

魚座 is the Japanese way to write Pisces (fish) of western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Japanese (see the other version if Chinese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Sagittarius Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 shè shǒu zuò
 ite-za
Sagittarius Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

射手座 is the Chinese and Japanese way to write Sagittarius (archer) of western astrology.


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Scorpio Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 tiān xiē zuò
Scorpio Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

天蠍座 is the Chinese way to write Scorpio (scorpion) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (see the other version if Japanese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Scorpio Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 sasori-za
Scorpio Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

蠍座 is the Japanese way to write Scorpio (scorpion) of western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Japanese (see the other version if Chinese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Taurus Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 jīn niú zuò
Taurus Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

金牛座 is the Chinese way to write Taurus (bull) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (see the other version if Japanese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Taurus Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 oushi-za
Taurus Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

牡牛座 is the Japanese way to write Taurus (bull) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Japanese (see the other version if Chinese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Virgo Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 chù nǚ zuò
Virgo Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

處女座 is the Chinese way to write Virgo (virgin) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Chinese (see the other version if Japanese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac

Virgo Zodiac Symbol / Sign

 yǐ nǚ zuò
 otome-za
Virgo Zodiac Symbol / Sign Scroll

乙女座 is the Japanese way to write Virgo (virgin) from western astrology.

Please note this version is only used in Japanese (see the other version if Chinese is your audience).


See Also:  Chinese Zodiac




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The following table may be helpful for those studying Chinese or Japanese...

Title CharactersRomaji (Romanized Japanese)Various forms of Romanized Chinese
Goat
Sheep
hitsujiyáng / yang2 / yang
Monkeyhóu / hou2 / hou
Rooster
Chicken
鷄 or 雞
鸡 or 鶏
niwatorijī / ji1 / jichi
Doginu / kugǒu / gou3 / goukou
Boar
Pig

inoshishizhū / zhu1 / zhuchu
Rat
Mouse
nezumishǔ / shu3 / shu
Ox
Bull
Cow
ushiniú / niu2 / niu
Tigertorahǔ / hu3 / hu
Rabbit
Hare
usagitù / tu4 / tut`u / tu
Dragon
ryuu / tatsu
ryu / tatsu
lóng / long2 / longlung
Snake
Serpent
hebishé / she2 / she
Horse
umamǎ / ma3 / ma
Earthtsuchitǔ / tu3 / tut`u / tu
Aquarius Zodiac Symbol
Sign
水瓶座mizugame-zashuǐ píng zuò
shui3 ping2 zuo4
shui ping zuo
shuipingzuo
shui p`ing tso
shuipingtso
shui ping tso
Aries Zodiac Symbol
Sign
牡羊座ohitsuji-zamù yáng zuò
mu4 yang2 zuo4
mu yang zuo
muyangzuo
mu yang tso
muyangtso
Aries Zodiac Symbol
Sign
白羊座bái yáng zuò
bai2 yang2 zuo4
bai yang zuo
baiyangzuo
pai yang tso
paiyangtso
Cancer Zodiac Symbol
Sign
巨蟹座jù xiè zuò
ju4 xie4 zuo4
ju xie zuo
juxiezuo
chü hsieh tso
chühsiehtso
Cancer Zodiac Symbol
Sign
蟹座kani-zaxiè zuò / xie4 zuo4 / xie zuo / xiezuohsieh tso / hsiehtso
Capricorn Zodiac Symbol
Sign
山羊座yagi-zashān yáng zuò
shan1 yang2 zuo4
shan yang zuo
shanyangzuo
shan yang tso
shanyangtso
Capricorn Zodiac Symbol
Sign
摩羯座mó jié zuò
mo2 jie2 zuo4
mo jie zuo
mojiezuo
mo chieh tso
mochiehtso
Gemini Zodiac Symbol
Sign
雙子座
双子座
futago-zashuāng zǐ zuò
shuang1 zi3 zuo4
shuang zi zuo
shuangzizuo
shuang tzu tso
shuangtzutso
Gemini Zodiac Symbol
Sign
雙子座
双子座
futago-zashuāng zǐ zuò
shuang1 zi3 zuo4
shuang zi zuo
shuangzizuo
shuang tzu tso
shuangtzutso
Leo Zodiac Symbol
Sign
獅子座
狮子座
shishi-zashī zǐ zuò
shi1 zi3 zuo4
shi zi zuo
shizizuo
shih tzu tso
shihtzutso
Libra Zodiac Symbol
Sign
天秤座tenbin-zatiān chèng zuò
tian1 cheng4 zuo4
tian cheng zuo
tianchengzuo
t`ien ch`eng tso
tienchengtso
tien cheng tso
Ophiuchus Zodiac Symbol
Sign
蛇夫座shé fū zuò
she2 fu1 zuo4
she fu zuo
shefuzuo
she fu tso
shefutso
Pisces Zodiac Symbol
Sign
雙魚座
双鱼座
shuāng yú zuò
shuang1 yu2 zuo4
shuang yu zuo
shuangyuzuo
shuang yü tso
shuangyütso
Pisces Zodiac Symbol
Sign
魚座
鱼座
uo-zayú zuò / yu2 zuo4 / yu zuo / yuzuoyü tso / yütso
Sagittarius Zodiac Symbol
Sign
射手座ite-zashè shǒu zuò
she4 shou3 zuo4
she shou zuo
sheshouzuo
she shou tso
sheshoutso
Scorpio Zodiac Symbol
Sign
天蠍座
天蝎座
tiān xiē zuò
tian1 xie1 zuo4
tian xie zuo
tianxiezuo
t`ien hsieh tso
tienhsiehtso
tien hsieh tso
Scorpio Zodiac Symbol
Sign
蠍座
蝎座
sasori-za
Taurus Zodiac Symbol
Sign
金牛座jīn niú zuò
jin1 niu2 zuo4
jin niu zuo
jinniuzuo
chin niu tso
chinniutso
Taurus Zodiac Symbol
Sign
牡牛座oushi-za / oshi-za
Virgo Zodiac Symbol
Sign
處女座
处女座
chù nǚ zuò
chu4 nv3 zuo4
chu nv zuo
chunvzuo
ch`u nü tso
chunütso
chu nü tso
Virgo Zodiac Symbol
Sign
乙女座otome-zayǐ nǚ zuò
yi3 nv3 zuo4
yi nv zuo
yinvzuo
i nü tso
inütso
In some entries above you will see that characters have different versions above and below a line.
In these cases, the characters above the line are Traditional Chinese, while the ones below are Simplified Chinese.


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All of our calligraphy wall scrolls are handmade.

When the calligrapher finishes creating your artwork, it is taken to my art mounting workshop in Beijing where a wall scroll is made by hand from a combination of silk, rice paper, and wood.
After we create your wall scroll, it takes at least two weeks for air mail delivery from Beijing to you.

Allow a few weeks for delivery. Rush service speeds it up by a week or two for $10!

When you select your calligraphy, you'll be taken to another page where you can choose various custom options.


A nice Chinese calligraphy wall scroll

The wall scroll that Sandy is holding in this picture is a "large size"
single-character wall scroll.
We also offer custom wall scrolls in small, medium, and an even-larger jumbo size.

A professional Chinese Calligrapher

Professional calligraphers are getting to be hard to find these days.
Instead of drawing characters by hand, the new generation in China merely type roman letters into their computer keyboards and pick the character that they want from a list that pops up.

There is some fear that true Chinese calligraphy may become a lost art in the coming years. Many art institutes in China are now promoting calligraphy programs in hopes of keeping this unique form of art alive.

Trying to learn Chinese calligrapher - a futile effort

Even with the teachings of a top-ranked calligrapher in China, my calligraphy will never be good enough to sell. I will leave that to the experts.

A high-ranked Chinese master calligrapher that I met in Zhongwei

The same calligrapher who gave me those lessons also attracted a crowd of thousands and a TV crew as he created characters over 6-feet high. He happens to be ranked as one of the top 100 calligraphers in all of China. He is also one of very few that would actually attempt such a feat.



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