Japanese tattooing with the dark world of the yakuza has helped cover this form of artistic expression with an aura of mystery. This book reveals the meaning and the secrets behind the most significant motifs from traditional Japanese tattooing such as mythological and supernatural creatures, animals, Buddhist deities, flowers and historical characters and turns this art form into a path toward personal knowledge and individual expression. Through this book you will discover the style, colour, and how to choose the best Japanese tattoo.