Bushido, 9780764312014
Paperback
Samurai spirit, stunning tattoos, and the hidden world of Japanese art.

Bushido

legacies of the japanese tattoo

$85.69

  • Paperback

    160 pages

  • Release Date

    18 September 2000

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Summary

Bushido: Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo

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 Kitamura’s experiences as client and student of the famed Japanese tattoo master, Horiyoshi III. Over 200 beautiful photos by Jai Tanju captur…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780764312014
ISBN-10:0764312014
Author:Takahiro Kitamura, Katie M. Kitamura
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Imprint:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:160
Release Date:18 September 2000
Weight:522g
Dimensions:279mm x 216mm
About The Author

Takahiro Kitamura

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.

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