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Bushido : Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo |  | Authors: Takahiro Kitamura, Katie M. Kitamura
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Category: Book
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Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 62386
Media: Paperback
Pages: 160
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.6
ISBN: 0764312014
Dewey Decimal Number: 391.650952
EAN: 9780764312014
ASIN: 0764312014
Publication Date: January 2001
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Product Description
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 Kitamuras experiences as client and student of the famed Japanese tattoo master, Horiyoshi III. Over 200 beautiful photos by Jai Tanju capture the breathtaking tattoo artistry of Horiyoshi III. Five original, unpublished prints by Horiyoshi III, like those in his acclaimed book, 100 Demons of Horiyoshi III, are included here. Bushido: Legacies of the Japanese Tattoo is certain to fascinate everyone with an interest in tattoo culture.
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 Very specific, one-style-only, old school, hard to view details March 15, 2009
Luly
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I was disappointed with this book.
I'm a big fan of Japanese tattoo, but this book only shows Yakuza style tattoos, whole body, men only (there's only one woman tattoed in the whole book).
The pictures are mostly shots of the whole body, so you cannot see the details of the tattoos clearly.
There are only old school tattos, nothing from the more modern, contemporary Japanese style.
I expected to see at least a few cool dragons, koi fish, cherry blossoms, colors, but you get more of the rough drawings, demons, ugly faces, and so on.
If you're looking for something very specific on this theme, this book might be interesting. But if you want a broader view of Japanese tattoo, forget it.
 Get Educated!! December 29, 2008
Boris Chang Jr. (NY United States)
Insightful book on perhaps one the richest forms of tattooing. Descriptive text, great quality images, a must have for anybody willing to learn about the history of japanese tattooing, and what it really means, especially with so much horrible tattoos walking around us today. COP IT.
 Great Buy December 20, 2008
Johnny (So Cal)
I recommend this book to anyone thinking of getting a Japanese tattoo, it has great pictures of true Japanese tattoos. Because if you get a Japanese tattoo from someone that does not know anything about the art, you are going to end up with a garbage tattoo. I also recommend this book to anyone that just wants to learn more about the art, even if you do not plan on getting a tattoo.
Great Pictures October 13, 2008
Jose Gonzalez (Lima-Peru)
Great pictures, amazing details in each tattoo art... you will spend so much time just finding the magic behind every image.
Like graphic designer and martial artist I really enjoy this book. Also, you will learn a lot about the japanese tattoo tradition and the samurai culture.
Bushido October 8, 2008
S. D. Curtis
A very interesting and colorful book. I enjoyed reading it and looking at all of the pictures. Lots of good info here. Lots of writing about Horiyoshi III, including photographs of his studio and museum. A great book.
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