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CLASSIC
Japanese
Traditional irezumi with dragons, koi, waves, and cherry blossoms in flowing compositions.
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01ARTISTS
ARTISTS WHO SPECIALIZE
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02RELATED
RELATED STYLES
Other classic styles you might like.
Fine LineThin single-needle linework, minimal shading. Best for small, subtle pieces.
TraditionalBold outlines and solid color fills rooted in classic American tattoo heritage.
Neo-TraditionalTraditional foundations expanded with richer color palettes and more intricate detail.
BlackworkBlack ink only, from geometric patterns to full blackout coverage.
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