SAVE THE DATE! JUNE 15-23, 2024

Written By San Jose Walls

Announcing our next Artist in Residence Taki “Ryudaibori” Kitamura for San Jose Walls!

Taki Kitamura is an acclaimed Japanese-American tattoo artist who apprenticed under the famed Japanese tattoo master, Horiyoshi III and counts American tattoo pioneer Ed Hardy as a mentor.

State of Grace Tattoo was founded by Taki “Ryudaibori” Kitamura in September of 2002. Originally located on Berryessa Road, Taki moved the shop to the San Jose Japantown neighborhood in 2009. With the support of the Dobashi Family, State of Grace reopened the second floor of the historic Shanghai Building. While definitely seen as a home of traditional Japanese tattooing, including two resident artists straight from Japan, the diverse staff strives to offer an authentic experience for the discerning collector.

In addition to a full time tattoo schedule, the shop has been involved in publishing, museum exhibitions, lectures, art shows, murals and Horitomo’s lifestyle brand: Monmon Cats.

Supported by:

@worldwidewalls @empire7studios

Sponsored by:

#AppliedForGood @sjculture @cityofsanjose @montanacans_usa @monsterenergy @monstermusic @montanacans 

In partnership with:

@guadaluperiverparkconservancy @sjparksandrec @scvwd

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