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Tattoos still give Japan the needle as Olympics loom
Lifestyle 7 years ago

Tattoos still give Japan the needle as Olympics loom

When Mana Izumi got her first tattoo at 18, she wasn't trying to rebel or shatter any taboos -- just copy Japanese pop diva Namie Amuro's beach-bronze "surfer chick" look. 
Jakpost guide to Jl. Kemang Selatan VIII
Guide To 7 years ago

Jakpost guide to Jl. Kemang Selatan VIII

Jl. Kemang Selatan VIII is a small street branching off from the main road of Jl. Kemang Raya in South Jakarta, and is home to several interesting spots worth stopping by, whether for a bite, to shop or even to get a tattoo.
The last Mentawai tattoo bearers
Art & Culture 7 years ago

The last Mentawai tattoo bearers

Indigenous people living in the Mentawai Islands regency of West Sumatra are known for their traditional tattoos, but as time progresses, the art of tattoo is slowly fading away.
Jakpost guide to tattoo parlors
Guide To 7 years ago

Jakpost guide to tattoo parlors

We’ve compiled a list of three of the most popular tattoo parlors in Jakarta.
Mother changes son’s name due to misspelled tattoo
Parents 7 years ago

Mother changes son’s name due to misspelled tattoo

A mother from Sweden was mortified after she found that a tattoo of her beloved children’s names had a glaring error.
Chiang Mai woman’s tattoo is ‘practical magic’
SE Asia 7 years ago

Chiang Mai woman’s tattoo is ‘practical magic’

A Chiang Mai woman who spent two nights in intensive care following a severe allergic reaction to medication is now sporting a truly life-saving tattoo on her upper arm – an English-language list of medicines to which she reacts badly, along with symptoms to watch for.   
Japanese crime boss held in Thailand after 'yakuza' tatts go viral
Lifestyle 8 years ago

Japanese crime boss held in Thailand after 'yakuza' tatts go viral

A retired Japanese crime boss has been arrested in Thailand ending more than 14 years on the run after photos of his 'yakuza' tattoos and a missing little finger went viral.
Tattooed and proud: Chinese women peel away stigmas
Lifestyle 8 years ago

Tattooed and proud: Chinese women peel away stigmas

Once the mark of criminals or sex workers, for centuries tattoos have been stigmatized in China but the growing influence of celebrity culture is changing all that -- particularly for women.
Female tattoo artists flourishing in Bali
Lifestyle 8 years ago

Female tattoo artists flourishing in Bali

When one meets with this tattoo artist, the fear of pain or needles vanishes at once. Her name is Caecilia Lyra Chrysantia and this 20-year-old girl is all about being cheerful.
How to use henna safely
Lifestyle 8 years ago

How to use henna safely

Getting temporary henna artwork on one's hands and arms is a popular trend, especially among young girls and children.
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