Motif
Cat tattoos in Japan
Cat tattoos are a motif that depicts cats in various forms, such as sitting, sleeping, or just their faces. The range of expression is wide, from simple line-only designs to realistic works, and some people even get their own pet cats tattooed as models.
120 works on tattooers.jp
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Artists with the most cat work
- Petto Tatuu Senmon Horishi TakeTokyo · 15 works
- MIYOAichi · 7 works
- MisaTokyo · 6 works
- barbiebl00dTokyo · 5 works
- micaTokyo · 5 works
- goatTokyo · 5 works
- AikoKanagawa · 4 works
- Shoshindo KOSHOOsaka · 4 works
Questions
Can I get my pet cat tattooed?
In some cases, a design can be created based on a photo. Visiting Japan? Send us your idea and dates through our booking form, and we'll match you with an artist whose work fits.
What styles are available for cat tattoos?
They are depicted in various styles, such as fine line (drawn with only lines), illustration style (using colors), realistic (drawn like a photo), and Japanese traditional (wabori) Maneki-neko (beckoning cat).
How should I choose an artist for a cat tattoo?
It is recommended to search for artists who have many works in the style you want from the list of works. Visiting Japan? Send us your idea and dates through our booking form, and we'll match you with an artist whose work fits.