Seoul · Hongdae
Korean Local Shop
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YMTATTOO SEOUL
Tattoo Reviews & Stories — real experiences, designs, and moments from Hongdae.
October in Korea brings Hangul Day, a celebration of the Korean alphabet. That timing inspired me to finally explore Hangul tattoos. What stood out right away was the beauty of Hangul as letters—it felt more like art than just writing.
What surprised me most was the range of Hangul fonts available. Each font had a completely different mood—some soft and rounded, others sharp and strong. Choosing a style felt less like picking letters and more like choosing a personality.
Seeing Hangul arranged as a tattoo design made me appreciate how flexible it is. A short word could look elegant in one style, bold in another. The same phrase could shift from calm to energetic just by changing the font. That flexibility made the process exciting.
The actual session felt focused yet comfortable. The artist explained how the strokes of Hangul work differently from Roman letters, and I could see how carefully they paid attention to spacing and line weight. It gave the final design a balance that looked intentional rather than accidental.
The finished tattoo felt simple but meaningful. What I liked most was how Hangul could look modern, traditional, or playful depending on the style. It made me realize why Hangul tattoos are growing in popularity—there’s a story behind every choice, even if it’s just a single word.
With Korean content becoming more popular worldwide, I had already learned a few Hangul words here and there. But getting this tattoo made me appreciate the alphabet even more. It felt like a personal way to connect with Hangul’s unique charm.