I would love to move to Japan, but I am nervous about how tattoos are received even on a foreigner. I am trying to become a nurse, and didn’t know if I would be accepted, or if I should put a cream or something on any revealing ones. Have tattoos become more accepted in Japan?
https://www.reddit.com/r/japan/comments/z4slvg/tattoos_in_japan/
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My friend has lived there for many years and has full sleeves and some on his hands. He has a great tech job and has done very well for himself. I’m sure you’ll be fine.
Been living here for 5 years with tattoos, one of which is clearly visible when I wear short sleeve shirts. Really not an issue. Onsen will hang up signs saying that tattoos aren’t allowed, but I’ve never had a problem. Sento are a bit more strict though. I’ve been kicked out of one after an old man complained about my tattoos. In general day to day life though, you’re completely fine.