Seoul · Hongdae
Korean Local Shop
Advance Booking Available
Group Tattoo Available
English Friendly
YMTATTOO SEOUL
Tattoo Reviews & Stories — real experiences, designs, and moments from Hongdae.
Instead of picking up the usual souvenirs, I wanted something more personal to remember my time in Korea. During my stay, I grew to really enjoy soju, the country’s signature drink, and thought—why not turn that into a tattoo? That’s how I ended up at YM Tattoo in Hongdae for a one-of-a-kind soju design.
What made this tattoo special wasn’t just the drink itself but how it could be transformed into art. The artist suggested playful icons, quirky slogans, and even stylized bottle shapes. It didn’t feel like I was just choosing a design—it felt like I was creating a piece of Korean pop culture on my skin.
This time I went with a simple soju-inspired look, but it made me think about the famous soju toad logo for next time. That little character has become such an icon of Korean drinking culture that I’d love to get it as a playful tattoo later.
What impressed me most about this Korean tattoo shop in Hongdae was how creative they were with such a simple theme. Soju is just a drink, but the way they turned it into endless artistic options showed real imagination. Every sketch felt unique, and it made the process just as fun as the result.
If you enjoy tattoos that are playful and cute, a soju design is perfect. And if, like me, you fell in love with soju during your time in Korea, this tattoo will always bring back those memories with a smile. It’s a playful Korean style tattoo that keeps the fun alive long after the trip ends.
