In the early years of the 21st century, tattooing had become a largely popular form of body art and expression, with people from all walks of life choosing to get inked. In recent years, however, there has been an increasing trend towards non traditional Japanese tattoos. These tattoos take inspiration from the traditional Japanese art of tattooing known as irezumi, as well as other aspects of Japanese culture. In 2023, the trend towards non traditional Japanese tattoos is still growing, with more and more people choosing to get inked with designs inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics.