Premium Quality Tattoo Books. The Finest Design Inspiration.
Journey from timeless old-school classics to enthralling Japanese-inspired designs. Immerse yourself in our handpicked collection of inspirational books, igniting your imagination. As a publisher we stand for the highest quality product and shipment.
Fast and reliable delivery to your doorstep—wherever you are.
Need help? We’re here to assist you every step of the way.
Safe checkout with trusted and secure payment methods.
Best sellers
Japanese Flora Vol. 2 Collector’s Edition
The book, along with the nine prints and original sketch, is housed in a handmade case, crafted for both protection and presentation.
See What’s Inside
Nine Bodysuit Prints
This book includes nine full-body tattoo designs by Sören Sangkuhl — striking in composition, detail, and flow.
Printed in A3 size, each piece is ready to frame and perfect for decorating your studio, workspace, or home.
Limited Edition – Only 108 Copies Available
This release is strictly limited to just 108 hand-numbered copies. Once sold out, it will not be reprinted in this form.
Designed for collectors and connoisseurs of tattoo art, each copy is a rare opportunity to own a piece of publishing history that reflects both craft and exclusivity.
A Unique Original Sketch by Sören Sangkuhl
Included with each book is an original, hand-drawn sketch by Sören — not a reproduction.
These are intimate glimpses into his creative process, each one carrying its own spontaneous energy and raw character. No two are alike, making every copy truly one-of-a-kind.
The ultimate Shane Tan collection
Singaporean tattoo legend Shane Tan is a hard man to categorize. Drawing
inspiration from sources as diverse as the woodblock images of Kunisada and the
punk rock sensibility of Sid Vicious, there simply is no other artist like him. Beginning
his career at the age of sixteen, he has defied the odds to earn a stellar reputation on the global tattooing scene – with fans flocking from all over the world to get tattooed with one of his strikingly bold bodysuits.
And now, you can discover the work of this unparalleled talent like never before with
Kintaro’s beautiful edition. Bringing together the largest selection of his
work to date, this remarkable retrospective contains hundreds of high-quality photos of Shane’s tattooing, as well as sections dedicated to his paintings and line
drawings. To accompany this visual odyssey, Shane unpacks his tattooing journey
and inspirations in a series of candid, in-depth interviews – revealing the people and
moments that made him the artist he is today.
“I’m super-excited to share my art with the world in this amazing
volume. So much care has gone into it – it’s a real love letter to the craft and the creative process.”
Title: Shane Tan - The Complete Collection
Binding: Softcover
Language: English and Japanese
Paper type: 120gr. Emotion Natural 1.5 and 115gr. Magno Volume
Page-total: 448
Size: 245 x 315 x 40 mm (9.6" x 12.4" x 1.6")
Collector’s Edition
If you want even more Shane in your life, you’ll find it in our unique collector’s
edition! This limited run of 108 numbered copies is presented in a stylish slipcase,
and you’ll also receive six of Shane’s prints and a unique t-shirt designed by the man
himself.
- Book
- Slipcase
- Include six frameable prints housed in a slipcase along with the book
- T-shirt (size L only)
- Edition of 108 (hand-numbered)
The difference between the worldwide and Asia edition is the color of the cover only. The content is identical.
Help Center
Looking for answers? You’re in the right place. Browse our articles, shipping info, and product details — or get in touch directly.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location.
How long will delivery take?
Shipping times after dispatch:
Netherlands & Europe: 1–2 business days
US, Canada, Asia Pacific: 3–5 business days
Rest of World: 4–6 business days
Orders ship within 1–2 business days (Mon–Fri).
Tracking details will be shared by email once your order is on its way.
Where are you based?
We're based in the Netherlands, and we ship worldwide. All orders are dispatched from our fulfillment center in Europe.
by Bill Canales
Daily Dragon Sketches – Spring
Let customers speak for us
The book is marvelous!! Thank you
If you’re interested in the origin of Japanese folklore and their creatures, this is the book for you. Or if you just want a nice looking book on your shelf to brag to visitors about, the silver shiny cover sure is the way to catch the eye. Either way, you can only win with this.
A beautiful collection of drawings. I like how each subject is shown drawn by a few different artists.
Great quality and shipping was excellent too.
Excellent addition to my growing collection of ukiyo-e books. Great for painting/drawing/tattoo reference, or just as a coffee table piece. Would recommend to any artist that loves works from Hokusai. 5 stars all round. Delivery was rapid too!
All the stuff offert on the site is only available through Kintaro. Amazing artists offering amazing art. Easy and fast ordering process and fast delivery
Great reference book with a great variety of Kyosai's work. The only thing I would change is the size of the book to accommodate more detail of these amazing images!
This book is so beautifully made, I am so glad I got it for my boyfriend’s 30th birthday. It’s the most meaningful present!
The print Is absolutely stunning.All the details , the colours ,the grave. Is a wonderful piece of art. Thanks for the care you had .
The book is amazing each page is so inspiring. Still waiting for the NFT site but the book by itself it awesome!
best book, best inspiration, best learning and best size
I was really impressed with Japanese Yokai and Other Supernatural Beings. The photographs and illustrations are top-notch and printed on high-quality paper—truly a treat for the eyes. Each page feels sturdy and luxurious, making it easy to enjoy these fantastic images again and again. The book arrived quickly and in perfect condition—definitely 5-star service on the shipping. Overall, a must-have for anyone interested in Japanese folklore or simply looking for a visually captivating read.
A great piece of reference and dialogue. The book comprises of sketches to finished line drawings, an array of hokusai's paintings in a two tone finish and more. Jam packed with great tattoo and art reference. A must for anyone interested in the irezumi/oriental genre.
This is my seclnd book from kintaro,
Always in time and a super quality!!
Thanks for all your purpose!
Great work, a lot of inspiring takes on the old classics.
I recently purchased a couple of books from yourselves,Japanese Flora Vol I & II by the very talented Sören Sangkuhl.
I’ve been a tattoo artist for 35 years now and have an extensive library of art reference books from all of the best in the business.
I can safely say these books are THE most stunning,beautifully drawn,perfectly flowing,crisp and clear floral references I’ve ever seen.
To say I’m happy with the quality and amount of incredible work on every single page would be an understatement.
Thank you and I will definitely be checking out your shop again soon.
Kind regards
Dave the Buddha