Art of the Tattoo (2011) Japanese Tattoo Documentary (with Horiyoshi III)

Explore the mysterious, controversial world of the Japanese tattoo in this documentary. Notorious for its ties to the Yakuza, Japanese tattoo culture is deeply tied to the roots of Japanese culture in complex ways. Delve into how the tattoo has passed through generations, exploring the studios of master artists and their indelible work. Horiyoshi III, Sensei Nakamura and others are featured. All rights belong to the creator. This film was originally released in French. This is the English dubbed version. Posted for educational purposes only.