For Japanese Tattoo and History Lovers!

I loved learning about the cultural significance of specific tattoos and their meanings. It was very interesting to read about and I also loved all of the cool pictures that were included. Definitely a cool book to keep on your coffee table! - Vanessa 5 Stars

Deep Meaning within Tattoos

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this well-written book. I was taken by surprise to learn that Yakuza tattoos serve not only as beautiful art but also as a testament to the strength and loyalty of Yakuza members, who endure long hours of pain under the tattoo artist’s needle. These intricate works of art hold deep meanings. For instance, I had previously believed that cherry blossoms were merely a background motif, but in reality, they symbolize the beauty and brevity of one’s life. The book is impressively researched and excellently written. I promise you’ll be in for a surprise! JV 5 Stars

Great Pictures

This book is not only visually stunning but also provides interesting information. It’s a reminder that tattoos are not just for decoration but are statements of identity and personal narrative. This is a great book for anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of body art and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to get a Japanese-inspired tattoo to understand the meaning behind the art. - Armando 5 Stars

Ziggy Quinete is a writer and journalist, and the creator of Gargoyle Collective, a consortium of artists dedicated to proliferating art and artistically inclined literature. Ziggy’s literary contributions range from exploring the intricate interplay between art and technology in ‘The Ghost in the Machine, ’ to delving into dystopian narratives with ‘Cosmic Groove.’ In collaboration with Mayumi Nakagaki, his most recent projects include ‘Tokyo Ink’, an expansive encyclopedia about Irezumi, the ancient art of Japanese Tattoos, and a book about ‘Hana Kotoba’, the secret meaning of flowers. He has also explored the language of tattoos in ‘The Meaning of Tattoos’. Ziggy holds a degree in French Literature from the Sorbonne, Paris, and a post-graduation in Political Sciences.

Mayumi Nakagaki is a founding member of the Gargoyle Collective and the creator of its sister publishing company, Enchanted Tones. She has designed several lines of coloring books and recently created ‘Hana Kotoba’, a book about the secret meaning of flowers, and is working on a project related to Irezumi, the ancient art of Japanese Tattoo. Her work is showcased in books from Enchanted Tones, as well as in the publication “Art Movements of the 20th Century.”

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