Tattoos in japan

Many travellers to Japan have tattoos, so this article is aimed to provide a wrap up of articles to help those travellers to better understand why and how to best travel in Japan with their tattoos. This article also includes some information for people looking to get a tattoo while in Japan.

Tattoos and tattooing exist in some way in practically every part of the world. It is not only a form of art and expression, but for some it is part of their culture. In Japan, it is quite known that the Japanese do not look favourably to and at tattoos. This dominant, anti-tattoo view as well as their fraught history with regards to tattooing greatly affects people with tattoos on their travels to and in Japan.

Japanese Tattoos are awesome. If you want to get one in Japan, how do you make sure it’s quality—all while respecting local customs and traditions? It’s enough to make even the committed lover of ink turn away. Here's a guide to all you need to know about the art of Japanese ink and how to prepare for your trip to Japan!

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10 Tattoo Friendly Onsen Near Kyoto And Osaka in Japan #Tattoo #Onsen #Kyoto #Osaka #Japan #Travel #SugoiiJapan

This blog post will detail my experience of getting a tattoo in Japan and can act as a guide to others looking to do the same.

Do you have a tattoo and are worried about how limiting this could be in Japan? Read our article to find out about tattoos in Japan!