Traditional Japanese Tattoos in Scottsdale, AZ

Japanese tattooing is built on bold outlines, rich color, and imagery that wraps the body. At Dame of the West Tattoo in Old Town Scottsdale, our artists specialize in traditional Japanese work, from single “one-shot” pieces like oni masks, foo dogs, and peonies to larger projects planned around your body.

What we tattoo

Popular Japanese subjects include dragons, koi, oni, yokai, foo dogs and shishi, snakes, tigers, swallows, peonies, and wave and wind backgrounds. We’ll help you choose imagery and placement that fits you and flows with your anatomy.

One-shots and larger projects

Not sure how big to go? Start with a single standalone piece, or plan a larger design like a sleeve, back piece, or leg piece. Your artist will talk through sizing, flow, and session count during your consult.

Our Japanese artists

Take a look at the work of Josh Carter, Landon Eck, and Jonas Richards, then contact the artist directly to book.

Frequently asked questions

Do you take walk-ins for Japanese tattoos?

Yes, we take walk-ins every day, based on artist availability. Larger or custom Japanese pieces take planning, so we recommend booking a consult with your artist first.