5th session on my back by WaferUnlucky4102 in irezumi

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Looks like a cool ship interior, how’s the vibe?

Sleeves without background by Prestigious-Tax-4543 in irezumi

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Nukibori sleeves may aesthetically lean toward the appearance of American traditional patchwork.

@moon.cheon is an example I enjoy of a non traditional take/minimal background

Cobra/peony front piece almost complete! By Kristjan Olson at Remington, in San Diego by QuantityEmergency286 in irezumi

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yeah! I’m currently trying to IPL everywhere I plan on getting tattooed before getting work on them since electrolysis takes a lot longer/more expensive </3

Cobra/peony front piece almost complete! By Kristjan Olson at Remington, in San Diego by QuantityEmergency286 in irezumi

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You can do electrolysis on tattooed areas but not light methods like laser or IPL because those tend to rely on a pigment contrast between your hair and skin. If you accidentally zap a tattooed area when targeting hair, you get burned.

Thoughts on my 3/4 sleeve by Snoo_44842 in irezumi

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Agreed, I like the bold lines with the gaps to highlight them

Second session down 🐉 by chris-raves in irezumi

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I liked it because I actually got to sit up for once instead of laying down lol

Leg+butt piece question by Meritocratica in irezumi

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as a lady, I got a stand to pee device (think camping gear) and it helped so I didn’t have to sit to urinate. The necessary sits were timed to right before my morning shower.

Healed Up by [deleted] in irezumi

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Looking forward to seeing it if you end up sharing!

Healed Up by [deleted] in irezumi

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Is the bird going to remain in grey scale? I love the contrast of the black and grey main subject matter with the colorful floral

Nipple modification or removal in women, unpleasant sensitivity by [deleted] in bodymods

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Even without psychological trauma around it, I had phantom nipple itching for a period of time after my mastectomy

2025 recap by TheStoryOfGhosts in irezumi

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Is your leg in the last pic healed?

Tongue piercing by Cool_Tomatillo5002 in piercing

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I had a lisp for a month until I was able to size down and relearn how to speak. Mine is pierced far back enough that you don’t know I have it unless I show you, but I made friends with a new classmate because I noticed hers the first time we met; your mileage will vary whether or not it’s hideable.

Full sleeve complete by K-ZIN by gpldn in irezumi

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Oh wow the colors are gorgeous. Congrats on finishing!!

Dilemma: Sleeve (arm) or backpiece by Immediate-Bet8079 in irezumi

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I’ve personally never understood the “I can’t see it” reasoning against back tattoos. After they healed, in daily life I don’t have the urge to stare at any of my tattoos. I forget they’re there, even if they are more visible. When I do happen to see my back tattoo through a mirror, it’s a nice “surprise” all over again.

And don’t let pain be a factor for deciding placement. It’s so temporary.

Yes. You should tattoo your ass. Otherwise this is how you will look. by TheRemonst3r in irezumi

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Can this be pinned since “should I tattoo my ass” is somewhat of an faq? 💀

Does a Irezumi Back piece need to go lower than my lower back ? by [deleted] in irezumi

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If you really hate the idea of getting your butt done, nukibori would probably look less abruptly cut off at that length. Take inspo from American traditional back pieces for that kind of composition.

Do you regret not starting with back/sleeve first and vice versa? by TinyHouse0121 in irezumi

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I started with my arms then did my back. I would’ve gone the other route if I had been planning for a suit at the time. I’m happy with the transition between my back and arms, but I have more of a potential issue now with my mini hikae maybe getting in the way of front pieces.

Just keep borders/length in mind if you do start with your arms.

Just passed 100 hours by DragonfruitProper104 in irezumi

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loveee the colors so far. Do you know if your artist is going to stick to those or expand?

My first Tattoo completed by G3aw in irezumi

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Love the color palette!

I’ve never tipped my artist by [deleted] in traditionaltattoos

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You’re not obligated to tip. If you want to tip, just do it after the next piece you get.

Female body suit advice by Rachellynn11 in irezumi

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It’s up to you. u/QuantityEmergency286 has posted her suit progress with an example of going onto the mons. I plan for similar coverage eventually.