Journal
Japanese tattoo, Irezumi and the ideas behind the work.
A growing archive from SAIGON NEEDLE in Ho Chi Minh City covering Japanese Traditional tattooing, composition, motifs, process and long-term projects.
Essay
Why Irezumi Is More Than Tattoo
A deeper look at Irezumi as composition, tradition and long-term tattoo practice at Saigon Needle.
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Studio Note
Building a Sleeve as One Composition
A Japanese sleeve is developed as one connected composition, where the subject, background, movement and body shape work together over time.
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Motif
The Dragon in Japanese Tattooing
The Japanese dragon is more than a powerful tattoo subject. Its movement, symbolism and relationship with water and clouds make it a natural foundation for large-scale body compositions.
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Studio Guide
Japanese Tattoo Studio in Ho Chi Minh City: What to Expect
Planning a Japanese Traditional tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City? Learn how large-scale projects, artist selection, consultations and multiple sessions are approached at Saigon Needle.
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Artist Guide
Japanese Tattoo Artist in Vietnam: How to Choose the Right Artist
Looking for a Japanese tattoo artist in Vietnam? Learn how to evaluate style, composition, portfolio and long-term experience before choosing an artist for your Japanese Traditional tattoo project.
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Japanese Traditional Tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City
A guide to Japanese Traditional Tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City, from choosing an artist and building a large-scale composition to understanding the long-term process behind Irezumi.
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Japanese Sleeve Tattoo: From First Sketch to Final Session
A practical guide to planning a Japanese sleeve tattoo, from choosing the subject and placement to building the composition and completing a long-term tattoo project.
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Guide
Japanese Traditional Tattoo in Ho Chi Minh City: A Guide to Irezumi, Artists and Long-Term Projects
A guide to Japanese traditional tattooing in Ho Chi Minh City, from Irezumi composition and artist selection to sleeves, backpieces and long-term tattoo projects.
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Japanese Backpiece Tattoo: How to Plan a Full Back Irezumi
A Japanese backpiece is more than a large tattoo across the back. Learn how Irezumi compositions are planned around the body, from the main subject and background to movement, sessions and long-term development.
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Japanese Sleeve Tattoo: How to Build a Complete Composition
A Japanese sleeve works best when the entire arm is treated as one composition. Learn how main subjects, background, body flow and negative space come together in a traditional Japanese sleeve tattoo.
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Japanese Bodysuit Tattoo: What Makes a Full-Body Irezumi
A Japanese bodysuit is one of the most ambitious forms of Irezumi. Learn how a full-body Japanese tattoo is planned through composition, body flow, traditional motifs, background and long-term sessions.
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Japanese Tattoo Placement: How Body Shape Changes the Composition
Japanese tattoo placement is part of the composition itself. Learn how the shoulder, arm, back, chest and legs influence the direction, scale and flow of a traditional Japanese tattoo.
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