02184cam a22003493u 4500 31617 UtSlPG 20260610133724.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG ja iso639-1 PL Tanizaki, Jun'ichiro, 1886-1965 刺靑 Shisei Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-03-13 Produced by Kaoru Tanaka "刺靑" by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is likely centered around the character 清吉 (Seikichi), a young tattoo artist, whose profession reveals the intersecting realms of beauty, pain, and desire in a society that values physical appearance and artistry, depicting a nuanced exploration of human emotions and relationships. The opening of "刺靑" introduces a world where tattooing is both an art form and a means of self-expression infused with cultural significance. Seikichi's skill as a tattoo artist is highlighted, as he is portrayed as someone deeply passionate about his craft, deriving a strange pleasure from the pain he inflicts during the tattooing process. This intricate interplay of pain and beauty sets the tone for his eventual encounter with a mysterious girl, whose feet captivate him, igniting his profound yearning for connection and inspiration. As the narrative progresses, Seikichi's artistic ambition and complex emotional landscape suggest themes of desire, identity, and the transformative power of art, establishing a rich foundation for the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Japan -- Fiction Tattoo artists -- Fiction Tattooed people -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31617 72463 72463