# Manga Tattoos Japanese Cartoon Ink, from Super Heroes to Cute Anime Faces By Bianca | Published 2009-09-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manga-tattoos References: [trendhunter](http://www.trendhunter.com) We've seen everything from Patrick Swayze tattoos to braille tattoos, so manga tattoos really don't seem that far fetched; in fact, with the popularity of [Japanese cartoons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animeinspired-glasses), it's surprising we don't see more of these. The gallery shows pictures of manga tattoos which focus heavily on super heroes and anime warriors. Interestingly, both [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-watch-5) and Flickr searches reveal that the majority of manga tattoos posted online are themed around strong yet curvaceous female characters. Sources for pictures of manga tattoos: [japundit](http://blog.japundit.com/archives/2007/03/31/5529/)| [zimbio](http://www.zimbio.com/Tattoos/articles/xwr9B3jUZIq/Anime+Tattoos+Design)| [puffodrax](http://www.flickr.com/photos/puffodrax/3456248484/)| [ivan o](http://www.flickr.com/photos/tengoundeathnote/2337891620/) | [millermz](http://www.flickr.com/photos/millermz/3245326708/)| [opacity](http://www.flickr.com/photos/opacity/2793498117/)| [gemma denise](http://www.flickr.com/photos/gemmadenise/3421586721/) | [saiyaman](http://forum.saiyaman.info/index.php?showtopic=7550)| [paradisetattoogathering](http://paradisetattoogathering.com/Tattoos/Cartoon_tattoos/tattoos_19399.html)| [blkphoenix](http://blkphoenix.deviantart.com/art/sailor-moon-tattoo-94611194) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anime Tattoos:** Anime tattoos are becoming popular in the tattoo industry and are focused on strong, curvaceous female characters. - **Manga Heroes Tattoos:** Manga hero tattoos are gaining popularity and represent an opportunity for artists to design unique tattoos. - **Japanese Cartoon Ink:** Japanese cartoon ink is a growing trend in the tattoo industry and represents a cultural and artistic opportunity. ### Where This Applies - **Tattoo Industry:** The tattoo industry can capitalize on the growing trend of anime and manga tattoos by creating new designs and styles. - **Anime and Manga Industry:** The anime and manga industry can expand its market by collaborating with tattoo artists to design and market anime-themed tattoos. - **Art Industry:** Artists can explore the trend of Japanese cartoon ink and create new styles and techniques for tattoo art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tattooed Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlotl-by-inkbox.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Comic Strip Milk Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seki-milk.md) - [Anime-Inspired Restaurant Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wcdonalds-1.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Custom Tattoo Design Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tattoo-generator1.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Manga-Style Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisashi-eguchi.md) - [Manga-Inspired Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-chainsaw-man-collection.md)