Organisers behind the first major Plymouth Tattoo Convention in the city for more than a decade are hoping ink fans will relish this weekend's event at the Pavilions. Hundreds of tattoo artists from ...

The samurai were a preeminent class defending Japan for centuries. But as the Tokugawa shogunate ushered in an era of ...

Japanese tattoos, known as irezumi, carry deep meanings and are filled with symbolism. The choice of a character or graphic element goes beyond aesthetics: these tattoos often reflect personal beliefs ...

"Because of the way I looked, no one questioned it... I never even questioned why my mom looked different than me." ...

"Because of the way I looked, no one questioned it... I never even questioned why my mom looked different than me." ...

If you're willing to veer off more well-trodden tracks, you'll be rewarded with ancient hot springs, volcanic mountains and verdant forests — practically untouched by international travellers.

A photo exhibit featuring traditional Japanese tattoo art, called "American Irezumi" is coming to San Francisco's Main Library in October, featuring the work of San Jose tattoo artist Takahiro ...

Delve into the washitsu's role in Japanese homes, blending cultural history with contemporary interior design for a unique ...

It goes without saying that these days, tattoos are everywhere. And while societal acceptance of ink has ebbed and flowed, ...

there’s an element of showmanship associated with the knife- and spatula-wielding chef — or if it’s more traditional Japanese fare you’re after. We went for the latter. Still, we ...

But in 2013, she added to it with a traditional ... tattoos, most of which are portraits of celebrities like Rihanna, Virgil Abloh and Sade. Of those portraits, however, one stands out with more ...