While the small island nation in the South Pacific may have all of those things, it is also home to a rich and fascinating culture that is often overlooked. Nestled between Fiji and Tonga, Samoa ...

A skilled tattoo artist, who came from one of only two Samoan families who pass on the ... by also receiving the traditional tatau for men, known as “pe’a,” which covers from the bottom ...

Johnson named the line after his Samoan grandfather, the High Chief Peter Maivia, who was the "first man who taught me what men's care was ... body, and tattoos. The new innovative personal ...

“Tatau: Marks of Polynesia” at Bishop Museum features the art, history and cultural significance of Samoan tattoos through a series of photographs by John Agcaoili. Pictured is the tattoo ...

Tattoos in places like Samoa, Tonga, and Hawai‘i can signify a sacred oath to protect and honor one’s community. Audiences are buzzing with anticipation for another rich adventure through ...

HONOLULU (Island News)-- A Samoan Army Captain is the first soldier to receive approval to have traditional “tatau” or tattoos on her hands. This move not only honors Captain Isis Sake’s ...

Since most people probably won't understand why this is such a big deal, let's dive into the context: The traditional Samoan tattoo for men is called a pe'a. Done with handmade tools made of bone, ...