Meanings Behind Yakuza Tattoos

Yakuza tattoos, also known as irezumi, hold deep cultural and symbolic meanings within the world of Japanese organized crime. These intricate and highly detailed tattoos serve as powerful markers of a Yakuza's identity, status, and loyalty. Each element and design incorporated into the tattoo tells a story, reflecting the individual's personal history, achievements, and affiliations within the Yakuza hierarchy. From dragons symbolizing strength and protection to koi fish representing perseverance and determination, Yakuza tattoos serve as visual narratives that honor tradition, strength, and the unwavering dedication to a complex underworld brotherhood.

[torkilddenhje]

the full body tattoo is call horimono, the irezumi was usually black tattoos in the forehead or in the arms in the form of line, very simple and to show the bearer was a thieve or someone outside the law.

[kieranhurley]

This form of ink work goes back to 10, 000 BC. The body suits you see now developed around 16, 1700. The yakuza adopted the style in the 20th century. The style has far deeper significance in Japanese culture than a group of criminals

[ganeshpatake]

हा वीडीयो आवडला खुप छान 👌👌♥️💘♥️👌👌💋💋🫶🫶👍👍🙏🙏🌹🌹 लय सुंदर लय भारी जबरदस्त

[CHEESYHEAD]

White people with Yakuza or Yakuza-style/influence tattoos are funny. I feel like they'll be looked down on eventually like tribal tattoos.