0 artists specialised in japanese at 71studio, Eixample. Custom designs with traditional irezumi. large symbolic pieces.
Traditional Japanese tattooing uses bold outlines, dense fill, strong shading, and backgrounds featuring waves, clouds, wind, and water. It can be executed with a machine or with tebori, the hand-poke technique using wooden or metal rods.
Common motifs include koi fish, dragons, tigers, serpents, geishas, samurai, hannya masks, phoenixes, and flowers such as sakura and peony. The most popular formats are sleeves, full back pieces, chest panels, torso coverage, and bodysuits.
The right choice for those looking for large-scale, symbolic compositions with strong visual clarity.
The price depends on size, complexity and body area. A small piece starts from our studio minimum. Medium and large pieces are quoted by session hour, with a closed quote after consultation.
Between 1 and 6 hours depending on the piece. A mini tattoo: 30-90 minutes. A medium piece: 2-4 hours. Large pieces (sleeves, full back): several sessions.
Arrive well rested, hydrated, with clothing suitable for accessing the tattoo area comfortably. Eat something beforehand (not on an empty stomach). Avoid alcohol the 24h prior.
It depends. If it's your first tattoo, we talk with you before the session to resolve any doubts: pain, aftercare, expectations. No pressure.
Send us your idea with references and we'll tell you which studio artist fits best.
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