For the first time in Japan's history - the Supreme Court of Japan has ruled that it is no longer illegal to tattoo without a medical license. Japan's timeline of tattoos, also known as 'irezumi' has been quite turbulent, with the laws surrounding the practice of tattooing changing over the years. Because of this, and due to certain associations with the criminal underworld, tattoos are often thought of as taboo in Japan even in the modern times. Last week saw a momentous time for tattooing in Japan after a groundbreaking ruling by the Supreme Court.
When it comes to Japanese-style tattoos, (or Irezumi), the Hannya mask is most certainly a very popular subject of choise, and whether incorporated into a sleeve, back piece, or just as a single entity, Hannya masks are absolutely fascinating.They are normally portrayedin the form of a terrifying devil face with horns, and an eerie grin, but it actually represents a jealous woman.
For the first time in Japan's history - the Supreme Court of Japan has ruled that it is no longer illegal to tattoo without a medical license. Japan's timeline of tattoos, also known as 'irezumi' has been quite turbulent, with the laws surrounding the practice of tattooing changing over the years. Because of this, and due to certain associations with the criminal underworld, tattoos are often thought of as taboo in Japan even in the modern times. Last week saw a momentous time for tattooing in Japan after a groundbreaking ruling by the Supreme Court.
When it comes to Japanese-style tattoos, (or Irezumi), the Hannya mask is most certainly a very popular subject of choise, and whether incorporated into a sleeve, back piece, or just as a single entity, Hannya masks are absolutely fascinating. They are normally portrayed in the form of a terrifying devil face with horns, and an eerie grin, but it actually represents a jealous woman.
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