The Best Japanese Tattoo Artist

Horiyoshi III

Horiyoshi III is an expert in traditional Japanese tattooing and Tebori (hand tapping). His Tattoos are mesmerizing yet soft to look at, with thick and thin lines that create a contrast between light and darkness. He is well known as an ambassador of traditional Japanese tattooing.

Horitaka

Horitaka is one of the best-known tattoo artists in Tokyo, known for his modern Japanese style that combines charcoal-style shading with delicate line work. He creates images such as dragons, koi fish, Hannya masks, and cherry blossoms. He is passionate about developing traditional Japanese tattooing as an art form.

Katsu

Katsu specializes in Tebori, or water coloring of Japanese tattoos, and is known for his work with Kanji and other traditional symbols. His style blends conventional American Tattoos with Japanese designs for a unique aesthetic. He excels at large pieces and utilizes charcoal-style shading and thin line work.

Horimatsu

Horimatsu’s tattooing style is an elegant combination of traditional and neo-traditional Japanese designs. He specializes in large pieces, and his koi fish and geisha Tattoos have fine line work with varying thicknesses. He uses charcoal shading and bold primary colors to bring depth to his tattoos.

Alix Ge

Alix Ge offers his unique take on traditional Japanese, American, and British tattoos. His Tattoos feature creatures from Japan’s mythological world, and he is best known for large pieces with intricate lines, such as koi fish and geisha designs. He believes in dedication and compassion as an excellent tattoo artist.

Greg

Greg is widely respected for his talent in traditional Japanese mythological designs. His innovative use of color brings a fresh spin to old-school style tattoos. He specializes in large pieces and uses thick lines with various blacks and colors to create his compositions.

Mutsuo

Mutsuo combines classic American Tattoos with traditional Japanese elements in his breathtaking designs. He creates art pieces featuring geishas, maneki neko cats, and yokai figures. He is known for his work at Tokyo Three Tides.