Idea Tattoo - 3NTINI Editore

The opulently illustrated volume "Tattoo in Japan" is an impressive book about the high art of tattooing in Japan. Not only for fans of tattoos, it's equally appealing for people who are interested in Japanese culture and art. This book will likewise delight graphic artists, fashion designers and visual artists. The grand master of an art is known in Japan as a "sensei": this book contains works by many of the finest and most prestigious master tattooists. Included are rare and beautifully documented works by traditional masters with their delicate and impressive full body suit tattoos.

Tattoo aficionados will be familiar with the names of artists such as Horitoku, Horiyoshi III and Horiyasu, but this comprehensive book also features the diverse styles that are prominent in contemporary tattooing. The spectrum ranges from old school, to neo-traditional and contemporary styles.

In the back of the book you will find useful advices "how" and "where" to get a tattoo in Japan. "Tattoo in Japan" is a very special book that could only have been created thanks to a unique combination of much love, intense dedication and the highest efforts by all its contributors.

Languages: German and English. 320 pages, over 250 colour photographs.