The story of Takiyasha-hime （滝夜叉姫）, otherwise known as Takiyasha the Witch sits at the crossroads of history and supernatural folklore in Japan. Few Japanese legends blend political upheaval with yokai imagery as powerfully as this one, especially the iconic moment when Takiyasha-hime summons a monstrous Gashadokuro （餓者髑髏）, the giant skeleton yokai.

Japanese tattooing has a long and complex history. What began as markings of identity and status evolved into one of the world’s most recognisable art forms. Today, traditional Japanese tattoos continue to inspire artists and collectors around the world, carrying forward the spirit and symbolism that have defined this craft for centuries.