- Type: Special Exhibition
- Collection: japanese-art
- Culture/Region: Japan
- Subject Area: Visual Arts
Japanese cultural traditions are multifaceted and complex, with many tracing their lineage to the cultural iconography and mythologies of China and India. Changing and developing over centuries within Japan,these cultural legends, myths,stories, and belief systems continue to be affected by regional differences and historical context. And while there are many different approaches and interpretations to understanding the motifs and traditions within Japanese culture, we present the definitions exhibited here as largely accepted within the Japanese tattoo world.
Listen to the audio tour and learn about the iconography of Japanese tattoos.
Watch photographer and exhibition desinger Kip Fulbeck discuss the art of Japanese tattoo.
Download a visual guide to the exhibition.
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