Japanese Traditional Raijin Back Piece

This piece features Raijin, the god of thunder from the traditional Japanese deities, depicted in a full-back design using the Karasu-bori technique. Karasu-bori refers to a style of traditional Japanese tattooing that uses only shades of black, without color. While the absence of color can blur the boundaries between elements, it creates a more cohesive and subdued look. Unusually for Karasu-bori, this design includes cherry blossoms, skillfully rendered so that they are recognizable even in pure black, showcasing the artist’s exceptional technique.