Jason Momoa Getting a Kākau (Ancient Hawaiian Tattoo)

This is a beautiful and sacred moment in these photos of actor Jason Momoa receiving his Kākau uhi, which is a traditional Hawaiian hand-tapped tattoo. These incredible photos were shot by Mainei Kinimaka and here’s what Jason Momoa had to say about it:

“Honored to be apart of this, powerful moment in my life. Shared this day with some of my Ohana, mahalo to unko buff and aunti momi my pops unko titus @kaimi_kaneholani @plehua the kakau crew and @suluape_keone 20 years in the making @maineikinimaka for capturing these magical moments on @leicacamerausa“