Tattoo styles
Japanese Tattoos in Edmonton, North London
There's a reason Japanese tattooing has stuck around for centuries. The bold shapes and rich shading read clearly from across a room, and every motif carries its own meaning. Ivan has been doing traditional Japanese (Irezumi-style) work at N9 Tattoo in Edmonton, N9 for years — dragons, koi, tigers, waves and florals, all designed to flow with the body rather than fight it.
Japanese tattooing is a language of symbols. A koi swimming upstream, a dragon coiled around the arm, cherry blossom drifting on the wind — each carries meaning, and each is composed to sit naturally on the body.
Whether you're starting a half-sleeve or committing to a back piece, we plan the composition first so it reads as one strong image rather than a collection of parts. Larger work is booked across sessions at a pace that suits you.
Why choose N9 for this
- Dragons, koi, hannya, tigers, waves and peonies
- Designs that flow with the body for sleeves and back pieces
- Bold outlines and rich, saturated colour
- Consultation-led — we plan large work properly
Portfolio
Japanese work at N9 Tattoo
A look at pieces in this style. Real studio photos are added as the portfolio grows.
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Find us
N9 Tattoo Studio, Edmonton
In the heart of Edmonton, easy to reach from across Enfield and North London. Walk-ins welcome, or book ahead for larger pieces.
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sat 11:00–17:00 · Closed Sunday
- Phone
- 07971 96 27 52
Let's talk about your piece
Tell us your idea, size and placement for your japanese tattoo — or send a reference photo — and get an honest quote from N9 Tattoo in Edmonton.