I'm a civilian working for the Navy in Iwakuni, it's about 40km from Hiroshima.
The shop I'm getting my work done at is called "Dragon", there are a few tattoo artist here in town, but he's the guy that seems to have the most experience doing big pieces. He's done many back pieces, sleeves, and some body suits.
I used to live in Misawa, my wife was Air Force. I loved it up there! Great skiing. I was in the Army, years ago, but work as a civilian these days.
I am finding a LOT of great information on this forum for traditional tattoos.
I'll be getting my left arm done in all American traditional for sure. It's great to see all of the examples that have been posted here.
Thanks,
Mitch