In Japanese, the word irezumi literally means 'inserting ink' this word is commonly used to describe the style of Traditional Japanese tattoos, Such Tattoos are generally based off imagery and concepts hailing back centuries, It was in the Edo period however, that Japanese decorative tattooing began to develop into the advanced art form it is known as today

Lachie has a plethora of reference, books, prints and knowledge in this period.
if you are in the market for a large scale Japanese tattoo just like this Hannya back piece, call the shop and ask to speak to Lachie.

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