South Korea Tattoo Ban Ends: Ink Is Now Art!

South Korea's tattoo artists are celebrating a landmark victory as the nation's top court overturned a decades-old ruling. Previously, tattooing was classified as a medical act, making it illegal for non-medical professionals. This pivotal decision, made recently, has brought an end to a long and arduous fight for legitimacy for many artists.

Following the court's decision, the atmosphere in Seoul was jubilant, as exemplified by the Ink Bomb event. This gathering showcased over 90 local tattooists and artists openly celebrating body art. Their efforts, alongside legislative actions earlier this year, have finally legalized tattooing by non-medical professionals, ending years of fear and harassment.