Japanese tiger tattoo
An original japanese (irezumi) design of a Japanese tiger among bamboo. See it on your own skin through the camera before you book, free in TattooLab.
What a japanese tiger tattoo means
In Japanese tattooing the tiger protects against bad luck and illness and stands for courage.
Placement and size
It works best on the back, where there is room for a large, detailed piece.
Style and how it ages
Japanese irezumi uses bold outlines, rich colour and backgrounds like waves and wind bars, usually at a large scale. Large size and strong outlines help irezumi age gracefully; colours may need a refresh after 10 to 15 years.