Japanese Tattoos Book

An in-depth look at the beauty, mystery and tradition of Japanese tattooing. A delightful read and a work to be admired by any Japanophile.

*Synopsis

If you want to know more about this historically rooted artistic expression, look no further! This book traces the history of Japanese tattooing, putting iconography and symbols into context. Not only will you find traditional tebori (handmade) tattoos and inspiring images of classic dragons, tigers and flowers, but also modern anime-inspired work and much more. It includes interviews with Japanese tattoo artists and profiles of tattooed clients who talk about what Japanese tattooing means to them. This book gives the respect and reverence that the sacred and timeless art of ink deserves.

*Brian Ashcraft is a veteran editor of the video game website Kotaku. Previously, he was a contributing editor at Wired magazine. His work has also appeared in Popular Science, The Guardian, The Japan Times, and the design magazine Metropolis, as well as many other publications around the world. He is the author of Arcade Mania! and Japanese Schoolgirl Condifential. Originally from Texas, Osaka has been his home for over a decade

*Hori Benny was born in Minneapolis and moved to Japan in 2002. Two years later he settled in Osaka and began his apprenticeship as a tattoo artist at Chopstick Tattoo. In 2014 he set up his own studio, Invasion Club, near the Nipponbashi otaku cultural centre in Osaka. He does custom work in a variety of genres.

-Pages: 160

-Dimensions: 190 x 255 mm.

-Paperback with flaps / Colour illustrations.

-Language: Spanish.