Seikichi, a young and talented tattoo artist with a background in Ukiyo-e, has always dreamt of carving his soul into the skin of a beautiful woman, but he has yet to find someone willing. The story unfolds as Seikichi finally encounters his ideal canvas, marking the beginning of a transformative journey.

Inspired by a short story by the acclaimed Japanese author Junichiro Tanizaki, TATTOOER celebrates the art of Irezumi tattoos, a revered Japanese art form that has gained global recognition through anime and video games. This production aims to bring the richness of Japanese theatrical culture to audiences in the UK.