BATTLE ROYALE: A meticulously rendered clash (left) was among the tattoo designs in a book belonging to Arkansan Tom Musser (right), published in full in a new book, “Floating West.” Credit: Rake ...

(SOUNDBITE) (Japanese) TRADITIONAL JAPANESE TATTOO ARTIST, SHODAI HORIREN, SAYING: "A tattoo will absolutely be with you until you die. For example, a house may collapse, you may break up with a lover ...

Japan's history with tattoos has taken many turns since they were first popularized there in the 18th century. Since then, tattoos have moved from ubiquity among both the upper and lower classes in ...

There was a time when tattoos were taboo, even in the US – associated with criminals or societal rejects. But since the 1970s, tattoos have seen a rise in popularity in Western societies especially.

While plenty of tattooers struggle to find a solid unique style using a machine, some of the most advanced artists in the world are focused on tattooing techniques that predated modern coil and rotary ...

He’s a respected tattoo artist whose work is etched on the skin of numerous musicians and professional athletes. He’s also designed album covers and concert posters for bands like Bad Religion, The ...

Walk into any public bath in Japan, and you are liable to see a sign banning any visible tattoos. Even as Japan opens up to more international tourists and residents, body art remains taboo, not only ...

<B>Japanese tattoos don't always mean what their wearers think they do</B><BR><BR><UL TYPE=SQUARE><I>Stop by any tattoo shop, and there's a good chance you'll see ...

He’s a respected tattoo artist whose work is etched on the skin of numerous musicians and professional athletes. He’s also designed album covers and concert posters for bands like Bad Religion, The ...