Irezumi: Japanese Tattoo Art and Artists: Stories, Symbols, Identities and Myths

The ultimate guide to Japanese tattoos, featuring famous tattoo artists and the myths, symbols and stories behind their work.

Take an immersive journey into the world of Japanese tattooing where the body becomes a living canvas for ancient stories, myths and symbols. This richly illustrated volume traces the evolution of Japanese tattoos from the earliest times to the modern era, exploring how a once-marginalized practice has become the world's most visually powerful tattooing tradition.

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