タトゥースタジオ SEEK 新宿店 — Local services in Tokyo

If you want to get tattooed in Tokyo, I recommend you check out Tattoo Studio SEEK in Shinjuku.

I had a specific original design request in mind when I contacted SEEK, as well as a tight schedule, both of which Ken-san accomodated. He listened carefully to my explanation of what I wanted over the phone and then exchanged many messages with me on Instagram. He worked off my draft and the photos I sent him to create sketches and after much back-and-forth, we reached a final design, which we then adjusted in person when I visited the studio.

Throughout the process, I felt as though Ken-san understood that there was more to my design than just a set of three spears. He went above and beyond what I expected from a quick tattoo session by diligently (yet efficiently) creating a design I was happy with, adjusting it as requested and suggesting additional details like shading, which I hadn't thought of.

The actual tattooing was a very chill experience. Having something done on or near the ribs can be very unpleasant, but Ken-san worked skillfully with both a gentle and firm technique, allowing me pauses to breathe deeply. Any discomfort was comparatively minimal, I'd say.

After the work was done, Ken-san thoroughly explained aftercare and showed himself to be open to both touch-ups and future ideas of mine. We spoke mainly in Japanese for his convenience, but also in English, which is an option available at the studio.

Don't hesitate to send them a message.

P.S.: I also got to chat with Misa-san, another artist at the studio, who was a total sweetheart. Her speciality is anime aesthetic and she's great with colour; beautiful stuff. Speaking to her and Ken-san, I felt welcome in...

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