Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) Coloring Pages

Symbols of Power and Change!

Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) comes fifth in the Japanese zodiac. The animal that symbolizes Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) is the imaginary creature, the "dragon." Dragons have been loved since long ago as the strongest lucky symbol to bring power, growth, and success.

A Time for Growth!

The kanji character for "Dragon" means that plants grow and take a full shape.

• It is said that the Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) year is a time when your preparations and hard work turn into big results and bear fruit.
• It is seen as a year of growth where your hard work bears fruit and your dreams are easy to come true.

What Kind of Creature is a Dragon?

Dragons are imaginary creatures, but their bodies have features from many different animals.

• They have a long, thin body like a snake, scales like an alligator, horns like a deer, and paws like a tiger.
• They are grand creatures that fly freely in the sky and control water.

A Dragon Holding a Magic Gem!

The Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) in this coloring page is holding a magic gem.

• The magic gem a dragon holds is said to be the source of wisdom and power.
• It has the power to control luck and happiness. A Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) with a magic gem shows super good luck!

Which Years are Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac)?

People born in the Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) were born in these years.

• 2048
• 2036
• 2024
• 2012
• 2000
• 1988
• 1976

What are People Born in Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) Like?

People born in Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) are full of dreams and confidence just like a dragon.

• Active and a Great Leader: They are leader types who have big dreams and take the lead to succeed.
• Unique and Confident: They have unique and creative ideas. They have strong power to believe in themselves.
• Passionate and Full of Pride: They get passionate about reaching goals and have strong pride to always finish what they start.
• Honest and Direct: They are honest and easygoing, so many people trust them.

How to Choose Colors: Express Magical Power!

Dragons are imaginary creatures, so try using any colors you like to show their mystical power!

• Basic Colors: Green (such as dark emerald green), blue, gold, and red are often used as the colors for Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac).
• Scales: Try coloring each scale with a different color or shade, or try using gold or silver! It will make Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) look sparkly and magical.
• Mane and Whiskers: If you color them with bright colors like red or gold to look full of energy, Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) will look very cool and powerful!

How to Color the Sacred Gem: Catch the Light!

The jewel that the dragon holds is its most important part.

• Light on the ball: If you leave a small part of the ball white or color it with the brightest color, it will look like the light is gathering there! For the ball's color, we recommend a clear, see-through light blue or green.
• Light around the ball: If you color around the ball spreading out a light color, the magical jewel will look like it is glowing!

How to Color Water and Clouds: Show the Movement of the Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac)!

The water and clouds around the dragon show its great strength.

• Waves: Color them with dark blue or light blue. If you leave the wave splashes white, it will look super powerful!
• Clouds: Color them with white or light gray to make it look like it's in the sky. Coloring the cloud swirls with a dark color makes them look 3D!

Tips to enjoy your coloring page!

• Express yourself freely!
• Metallic colored pencils or crayons can make the scales look like they are really shining.
• Try adding a background!
• Thunder and lightning will make your picture look even more cool and powerful, like Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac) is flying around in the sky!

Make the "Year of the Dragon (Japanese Zodiac)" full of power and dreams as dynamic as can be with your coloring page!