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Originally Posted by GTJ
No, they wouldn't get a tattoo at all because it's still associated exclusively with organized crime. Tattoo = no job for you in Japan. Also, you can't go into public baths or onsen, and heaven help your social life if anyone sees it.
Yes, this applies to foreigners too.
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Ah really?
I was aware that it is very looked down upon, and it usually has gang meanings. But I had no idea that you couldn't go to Onsen with a tattoo.
I guess this is because I never went to an Onsen.