Japanese Tattoo Art Gallery.

Tucked away in central Nara, the Japanese Tattoo Art Gallery (operating as Horiten) is not a conventional museum, but a working studio dedicated to the intricate world of traditional Japanese tattooing (*wabori*). Run by Horiten, a female artist who has been practicing since 2000, the studio offers a rare, intimate look at a historic art form that remains largely misunderstood in mainstream Japanese society. Operating alongside a male resident artist, Horiten specializes in custom, large-scale Japanese-style tattooing executed in private, hygienic rooms. While they welcome international clients looking to get inked, the studio also serves as an educational space for travelers curious about the craft, showcasing the history, artistry, and complex modern status of tattooing in Japan.