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Japanese geometry is one of the most distinctive — and most misunderstood — styles in modern tattooing. It isn't traditional Japanese work, and it isn't pure sacred geometry; it's a hybrid that sits between the two. At Future Ink Tattoo & Supply, our Oakland studio at 5251 Broadway in Rockridge, founder Kevin Ligabue has built much of his portfolio around this style. Here's what it actually is, how it differs from the styles people confuse it with, and what to expect if you'r

Bay Area tattoo prices in 2026: small pieces $200-$500, sleeves $2,000-$8,000+, hourly $200-$300. Future Ink Oakland breaks down what affects cost and how to budget.

Blackwork and blackout tattoos look similar but aren't the same. Future Ink's Kevin Ligabue breaks down both styles, sessions, cost, and aging.