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This gorgeous book delves into the elusive world of traditional Japanese tattooing. Over 200 photo's and 5 original prints are displayed throughout the book.
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This gorgeous book delves into the elusive world of traditional Japanese tattooing. The Samurai spirit, Bushido, is an integral component of Japanese tattooing that is traced through the imagery and interpersonal dynamics of this veiled subculture. The eloquent text is based largely on Takahiro Kitamuras experiences as client and student of the famed Japanese tattoo master, Horiyoshi III.
Over 200 beautiful photos by Jai Tanju capture the breathtaking tattoo artistry of Horiyoshi III. Five original, unpublished prints by Horiyoshi III, like those in his acclaimed book, 100 Demons of Horiyoshi III, are included here. Bushido: Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo is certain to fascinate everyone with an interest in tattoo culture.
About the Author Takahiro Kitamura, who tattoos as Horitaka, currently resides and works in California. Katie Kitamura is pursuing a doctoral degree at the University of London. Jai Tanju is a photographer in San Jose, California.
Features
- ISBN13: 9780764312014
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
I was disappointed with this book.
I’m a big fan of Japanese tattoo, but this book only shows Yakuza style tattoos, whole body, men only (there’s only one woman tattoed in the whole book).
The pictures are mostly shots of the whole body, so you cannot see the details of the tattoos clearly.
There are only old school tattos, nothing from the more modern, contemporary Japanese style.
I expected to see at least a few cool dragons, koi fish, cherry blossoms, colors, but you get more of the rough drawings, demons, ugly faces, and so on.
If you’re looking for something very specific on this theme, this book might be interesting. But if you want a broader view of Japanese tattoo, forget it.
Insightful book on perhaps one the richest forms of tattooing. Descriptive text, great quality images, a must have for anybody willing to learn about the history of japanese tattooing, and what it really means, especially with so much horrible tattoos walking around us today. COP IT.
I recommend this book to anyone thinking of getting a Japanese tattoo, it has great pictures of true Japanese tattoos. Because if you get a Japanese tattoo from someone that does not know anything about the art, you are going to end up with a garbage tattoo. I also recommend this book to anyone that just wants to learn more about the art, even if you do not plan on getting a tattoo.
Great pictures, amazing details in each tattoo art… you will spend so much time just finding the magic behind every image.
Like graphic designer and martial artist I really enjoy this book. Also, you will learn a lot about the japanese tattoo tradition and the samurai culture.
A very interesting and colorful book. I enjoyed reading it and looking at all of the pictures. Lots of good info here. Lots of writing about Horiyoshi III, including photographs of his studio and museum. A great book.
Recommended to me by a well known tattoo artist, this book truly gave me the nuts and bolts info I needed to make the big leap. Especially helpful
to me were the explanations of the different areas of the body that are typically tattooed w/their Japanese names. There was also a stunning picture of a gorgeous girl with a ray of butterflies tattooed in the body suit style. As the art evolves from a badge of the criminal class to pure art, I believe we will see more feminine interpretations
of this masculine art form. Excellent from text to pictures!
I was in the process of researching Japanese tattoos for my own tattoo design and purchased four books. Bushido was the best for telling the story and history of Japanese tattooing and the pictures were equally amazing. Bushido was informative and pictures were beautifully shot. By far the best book on the subject I have seen.
It’s a cool book that shows us many curious aspects of the japan tattoo history and tradition.
But, in another way, there’s a lack of variety of photos, like koi fish and masks for example.
Horioshi work speaks for itself and this book is an impressive tribute to it. The pictures are fantastic and it’s very nice to see that the family business has its heritage assured.
This book is a great reference for tattoo artists and other artists that enjoy the art of Japanese tattooing. It displays full page photographs (including close ups) so you can see the detail and subject matter quite well.
Best tattoo book I’ve ever seen. Large, colorful pictures, detailed descriptions, and beautiful artwork. I had to drive all the way to Japantown in San Francisco to find the book because it’s out of print or something, but it was worth the wait. Pick this up, you won’t be disappointed…
This book truly brings out the beauty and artistic qualities of Bushido, and is a must for anyone interested in decorative body arts. (…)