An exploration of the Japanese origins and history of the famous symbol of The Legend of Zelda series - the Triforce. It's older than you might expect.

Even today, the “Triforce” appears all over Japanese society. You find it on everything from company logos to souvenirs. And it comes as no surprise, since the aesthetically beautiful symbols of the samurai have found their place in modern Japanese graphic design. These symbols are, in fact, meaningful even to the Japanese in their modern context.
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    King X2 Nov 16, 10
    I knew it had to originate somewhere before Zelda games, but I wouldn't have thought it was strictly Japanese culture. It's a pretty simple design, yet so recognizable.

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