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Nyjah Huston Faces Setback in Japan as Tattoos Lead to Workout Restrictions

Tattoos are banned at most places in Japan.
ShreddER August 12, 2023
Nyjah Huston SLS Champion
Credit: Nelson Almeida

Skateboarding Olympian Nyjah Huston has found himself in an unexpected predicament during his visit to Japan.

The William Morris Endeavor sports talent faced workout restrictions due to his prominent tattoos, highlighting an aspect of cultural differences and societal norms.

Huston had traveled to Tokyo with high hopes of winning the SLS contest in Japan. However, his plans took an unexpected turn when he encountered issues related to his body art.

In Japan, tattoos have long been associated with criminal gangs known as Yakuza.

As a result, many public places such as gyms, hot springs, and swimming pools have strict policies against allowing individuals with visible tattoos to enter.

The gym staff approached him and, in a respectful but firm manner, informed him that his tattoos violated their policies.

Although tattoos have gained widespread acknowledgment as a valid mode of self-representation in numerous regions, including his home country of the United States, Japan's perception of tattoos remains anchored in historical and cultural contexts.

Nyjah Huston Tattoos Japan
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