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Ocean tattoos in Japan
Ocean landscape tattoos are a motif depicting ocean landscapes and elements such as waves, horizons, lighthouses, and marine life. They range from small, finely-lined landscapes to large compositions combining whales or fish with Japanese traditional (wabori) waves. They are often chosen by people who love the ocean or wish to commemorate seaside memories.
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Artists with the most ocean work
- OPALTokyo · 8 works
- HOLY TOMOOkinawa · 4 works
- Takaya HashimotoFukui · 3 works
- GONNagasaki · 2 works
- cheer tatts2 works
- KOTAROTokyo · 2 works
- HajimeTokyo · 2 works
- chimneyTokyo · 2 works
Questions
What designs are available for ocean landscape tattoos?
Designs often combine landscapes of waves and horizons, lighthouses and ships, or marine life such as dolphins, whales, and fish. There are also compositions that enclose the landscape within a circular or square frame.
What styles are used for ocean landscape tattoos?
Styles include fine line, which uses thin lines; black and gray, which expresses depth with shades; and color, which brings out the blue of the ocean. In Japanese traditional (wabori), waves are often depicted prominently as a background.
How should I choose an artist for an ocean landscape tattoo?
It is recommended to view multiple ocean-themed works, paying attention to how waves are drawn and colors are used, to see if the artistic style matches your vision. Visiting Japan? Send us your idea and dates through our booking form, and we'll match you with an artist whose work fits.