also: いれずみ
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
tattoo (esp. traditional Japanese); tattooing
Refers to both the tattoo itself and the act of tattooing. The form 文身 is a rare literary term; the everyday word is 入れ墨 (いれずみ).
See also: 入れ墨 (いれずみ)
彼の背中には龍の文身が彫ってある。
He has a dragon tattoo carved on his back.
文身を入れる前に、デザインをよく考えたほうがいい。
Before getting a tattoo, you should think carefully about the design.
Standard common spelling for tattoo. This is the usual word; 文身 is a rare literary variant.
Alternative kanji for tattoo, often associated with traditional Japanese tattooing. Also read しせい.
Kana spelling, common in everyday writing.