My tattoos are mainly just art. There’s no inherent meaning, but I love the way they look.
If you are thinking of getting ink done, one of the first questions to ask yourself is what type of tattoo you should get.
I got my first tattoo when I was like 12 or 13 years old (I kept it a secret from my parents). It was a garage-style tattoo from a friend with a nearly broken needle gun.
Becoming an adult is an important milestone in most cultures, and in Japan it is celebrated on Seijin-no Hi, or Coming-of-Age Day, the second Monday of January (Jan. 13 this year).
The tattoo culture in the Philippines is getting better and continues to grow. Our elders are starting to accept it and realize it’s art.
If you are an active-duty service member and are considering getting a tattoo, be sure to inform yourself of the rules and regulations. Here is an overview of current military tattoo policies.
For the first time ever, Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can save 20% on all first-day purchases when they open and use a new MILITARY STAR® account.
Out of the eight pieces of artwork on my body, my leg sleeve tattoo is the one that I am most proud of.
Community members looking to keep their New Year’s fitness resolutions or just strive for better overall health can sign up starting Friday for Camp Zama’s annual weight loss contest.
Have you ever dreamed about having your photo featured on the cover of a magazine?In May 2025, the next edition of our annual Stars and Stripes Welcome to the Pacific magazine will hit the streets, and we’re looking for you, our readers, to help make it the best ever!
Misawa shoppers can jump straight into their new year health and fitness goals with BE FIT 360 gear, resources, services and more.
My tattoo is a yin-yang on my chest that has a dragon coming out of it and going half-way down my arm.
For centuries, “irezumi” 入れ墨/刺青 (tattoos タトゥー in Japanese) have been frowned upon as body art marking criminals and gang members.
Here we are. Another year. Another chance at self-renewal. Now is the time to mend relationships and friendships.
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