A trained chef, Edwin Hammond Meredith discovered his interest in Japanese culture while living and studying in Japan. Besides his fondness for the Japanese language and cuisine, Edwin Hammond Meredith has a strong interest in tattooing, an art form that has deep roots in Japanese traditions.
Modern Japanese tattooing is heavily influenced by the Irezumi style, which originated before the 3rd century. This style is usually highly-detailed, brightly colored, and whimsical rather than realistic. Typical Irezumi tattoo subjects include flowers, koi fish, and mythical animals and deities from Shinto, an ancient religion indigenous to Japan. The tattooing process is traditionally done using a long wooden or metal handle tipped with needles and can take hours or days to complete. Prior to the 7th century, Irezumi tattoos were common among the male population. Over the centuries, tattoos began to be associated with criminality, a belief that is still prevalent in modern Japan. However, international interest in the Irezumi style has led to a resurgence of Japanese tattoo masters who mainly tattoo foreigners.
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