--- title: "Japanese Tattoo Artists — TattMe" description: "146 verified japanese tattoo artists with portfolios, pricing, and online booking." source: https://tattme.app/styles/japanese site: TattMe --- # Japanese tattoo artists Japanese (irezumi) tattooing dates back centuries and follows distinct conventions: bold outlines, flowing backgrounds of wind, water, or clouds, and traditional motifs like dragons, koi, foo dogs, and cherry blossoms. Japanese-style sleeves and back pieces are designed to wrap the body coherently, so artists who specialize tend to plan the full composition before any needle hits skin. TattMe lists 146 verified japanese tattoo artists, with published services starting around $25. Page: https://tattme.app/styles/japanese ## Artists | Artist | Location | Styles | Price range | Rating | Profile | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Ayem.ink | Clinton, Maryland | 3D, Anime, Chicano, Cover-Ups | $350–$900 | 4.9 out of 5 from 78 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Ayem.ink | | Satchmoe_Art | Hyattsville, Maryland | Black & Grey, Realism, Portraiture, Geometric | $600–$1800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Satchmoe_Art | | Carmela_Bella | Hayes, Virginia | Black-work, Color, Neo-Traditional, Traditional | $200–$1600 | 5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Carmela_Bella | | splattedby_BG | Chandler, Arizona | American Traditional, Anime, Cartoon, Calligraphy | $100–$2000 | 4.5 out of 5 from 11 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/splattedby_BG | | RZ_ink | Warren, Michigan | Cartoon, Black & Grey, Line-work, Pop Culture | $150–$1000 | 4.3 out of 5 from 6 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/RZ_ink | | inkbyt0ny | Atlanta, Georgia | Anime, Black & Grey, Cartoon, Cover-Ups | $200–$800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/inkbyt0ny | | Torian_Benns | Baltimore, Maryland | 3D, Abstract, Biomechanical, Anime | $150 | 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Torian_Benns | | AmenInkLLC | Memphis, Tennessee | Anime, Animals, Black & Grey, Floral | $75–$800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/AmenInkLLC | | HoodInkedd843 | Dillon, South Carolina | Black & Grey, Realism, Anime, Color | $30–$1200 | 4.5 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/HoodInkedd843 | | William_Samaras | Visalia, California | Sketch, Script, Scar Cover-Ups, Neo-Traditional | $25–$3000 | 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/William_Samaras | | graypaint | Hampton, Virginia | American Traditional, Abstract, Anime, Black & Grey | $100–$500 | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review | https://tattme.app/artists/graypaint | | inkboiz | Brockton, Massachusetts | Anime, Black & Grey, Calligraphy, Cover-Ups | $50–$5000 | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review | https://tattme.app/artists/inkboiz | | dna_arts | Indianapolis, Indiana | American Traditional, Animals, Anime, Biomechanical | $100–$1000 | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review | https://tattme.app/artists/dna_arts | | RoxkTouch | — | Calligraphy, Negative Space, Script, Black-work | $150–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/RoxkTouch | | Tattz_by_Trav | Mebane, North Carolina | Black & Grey, Traditional, Cartoon, Watercolor | $60–$100 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Tattz_by_Trav | | ZayscustomINK | Brownfield, Texas | Black & Grey, Calligraphy, Horror, Gothic | $60–$350 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/ZayscustomINK | | Royalty_Ink | Murfreesboro, Tennessee | 3D, Anime, Black-work, Calligraphy | $250–$800 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Royalty_Ink | | TattMeUp5 | Chelmsford, Massachusetts | 3D, Abstract, American Traditional, Anime | $50–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/TattMeUp5 | | Carlos_Delgado | Wyoming, Michigan | Black & Grey, Line-work, Realism, Cover-Ups | — | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Carlos_Delgado | | Trill.Tattoos | — | Black & Grey, Watercolor, Script, Line-work | $100–$650 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Trill.Tattoos | ## Japanese artists by city - [Japanese tattoo artists in Clinton](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/clinton/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Hyattsville](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/hyattsville/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Hayes](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/virginia/hayes/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Chandler](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/arizona/chandler/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Warren](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/michigan/warren/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Atlanta](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/georgia/atlanta/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Baltimore](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/baltimore/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Memphis](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/tennessee/memphis/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Dillon](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/south-carolina/dillon/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Visalia](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/california/visalia/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Hampton](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/virginia/hampton/japanese) — 1 artists - [Japanese tattoo artists in Brockton](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/massachusetts/brockton/japanese) — 1 artists ## Client reviews **5/5** — Aaliyah Cortez about William_Samaras (2026-08-28) > Placed my piercing perfectly and was done quickly and not too painful! Will be back for another piercing soon **5/5** — Chardale Folks about Satchmoe_Art (2026-08-19) > I’ve have been to Erick for three of my tattoos and everytime he never fails to exceed my expectations. Very professional and detailed in his work! **5/5** — Cameron Smith about AmenInkLLC (2026-08-18) > Amazing service it was good vibes in the shop as well as with the artist, goated experience. **5/5** — Aaron Haynes about Satchmoe_Art (2026-07-02) > Great experience!!! Difficult coverup, but great end result. My piece isn’t finished and I’ve received crazy feedback on my sleeve. I will definitely get more work done in the near future. **5/5** — Mylon Blueford about Satchmoe_Art (2026-06-20) > Satch is a phenomenal artist. He tattooed me at the Hampton tattoo convention and he did an incredible piece. He has a really light touch so even though it was a tattoo in a painful area (back of the knee) it wasn’t a terrible experience. **5/5** — Kimberly Kelley about Satchmoe_Art (2026-06-17) > Erick never misses. I’ve been going to him for years and was pleasantly surprised by how easy TattMe made it to book an appointment with him. Communication was great from start to finish, and everything was smooth throughout the process. I went into the appointment planning to finish an existing piece and somehow walked out with one of my favorite tattoos on a completely different body part. That’s what happens when you trust Erick and let him do his thing. One of the things I appreciate most is that he keeps you involved in the design process while still bringing his own creativity to the table. He made sure we were on the same page with the vision, but also wasn’t afraid to throw out ideas that made the tattoo even better than what I originally had in mind. His work speaks for itself. Every piece I’ve gotten from him has been solid, and this one is no different. If you’re thinking about getting tattooed by Erick, do it. You won’t be disappointed. **5/5** — Erica Richmond about AmenInkLLC (2026-05-29) > She was super nice and cared for the comfort of the client **5/5** — Richard Donohue about Carmela_Bella (2026-05-27) > Carmella is a great artist. with getting tattooed and sitting around comes boredom. not with Bella.The music is my choice and she keeps me engaged with a broad range of conversational topics. the only tatooist I will go to. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a japanese tattoo cost? Verified artists in this category start at around $25, with the final price depending on size, detail, placement, and the artist's experience level. ### How do I find the best japanese tattoo artist for me? Browse the 146 verified japanese artists on TattMe, compare portfolios, and read client reviews. Look specifically for artists whose existing work matches the size, color palette, and level of detail you want — a great realism artist isn't automatically a great traditional artist, even within the same studio. ### Where on the body does japanese work best? Japanese can work almost anywhere, but the right placement depends on the design's complexity. Highly detailed pieces need enough surface area to read clearly — back, thigh, and full sleeves typically work best for intricate work, while simpler designs translate well to forearm, calf, or rib placements. Ask your artist for placement advice before you commit. ### Does japanese age well over time? Japanese ages best when the underlying technique is sound — clean lines, appropriate ink density, and placement away from high-friction or sun-exposed areas all matter more than the style itself. Verified TattMe artists publish their portfolios with healed work where available, so you can see how their pieces look months or years out. ### Where can I find japanese tattoo artists near me? TattMe lists japanese artists across multiple cities — top markets right now include Clinton, Maryland, Hyattsville, Maryland, Hayes, Virginia. Use the city filter on individual style pages, or browse the full directory by city to see what's available in your area. ## Related - [All tattoo styles](https://tattme.app/styles) - [Tattoo artists by city](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops) --- Every link above is an HTML page and is the correct URL to cite. Append `.md` to any of them for this same plain-markdown representation. Site summary: /llms.txt — full description: /llms-full.txt.