Saitama, the prefecture just north of Tokyo, has tattoo studios from Omiya Station to quiet towns in the north. Here are eight whose websites or Instagram accounts we checked for recent updates in October 2026, with their styles, starting prices, deposit and age rules, and whether they take walk-ins.
Key points
- All eight studios' official websites or Instagram accounts showed recent updates in October 2026 (2CROW's Instagram was last updated in February 2025, so confirm it's open before booking)
- In Omiya: D-arts Dominion Art Studio, a 5-minute walk from the station's east exit, also takes same-day bookings
- Female artists: DEFY ART COLLECTIVE (Kawagoe), Art Studio LIEN (Fukaya) and Black Moon Tattoo (Kumagaya)
- Lowest starting prices: KICKING GALLERY from ¥5,000 and Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. from ¥6,000. SHISA INK's website and Instagram list its prices differently
- Saitama law bans tattooing anyone under 18, and five of the eight studios set their minimum age at 19 or 20
Want to compare more shops? Tattoo Japan lists 13 studios in Saitama Prefecture as of October 2026. Search tattoo studios in Saitama.
How to Choose a Tattoo Studio in Saitama
Saitama is a large prefecture. Some studios are a short walk from a station in Omiya or Kawagoe; others, in Fukaya or Kumagaya, are easier to reach by taxi, bus or car. Look at the artist's work and the studio's booking rules, and check how you'll get there before you book.
Look at the Artist's Portfolio
Browse the studio's website and Instagram for work in the style you want. Look for clean, even lines and solid color, and check whether they post healed photos, not just fresh ones.
For traditional Japanese work, 2CROW Tattoo Studio has focused on it since 1998, and DEFY ART COLLECTIVE has a dedicated Japanese-style artist, Horirin. For tribal, dotwork and geometric blackwork, try Black Moon Tattoo, which specializes in it. D-arts Dominion, KICKING GALLERY and Art Studio LIEN all say they take on cover-ups and finishing unfinished pieces.
You can collect reference images on Tattoo Japan, for example Japanese traditional designs, one-point designs and cover-up designs.
Check Deposits, Cancellations and Age Rules
Most studios here take a deposit when you book, and several keep it, or charge a fee, if you cancel or change the date. Here is what each one lists:
| Studio | Deposit | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|
| D-arts Dominion | ¥5,000–10,000 for a pre-drawn design | 20 |
| 2CROW | Not listed | 20 |
| DEFY ART COLLECTIVE | ¥11,000 | 19 |
| SHISA INK | ¥11,000 incl. tax | 19 |
| Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. | ¥10,000 | 18 (no high schoolers) |
| KICKING GALLERY | From ¥10,000 | 18 (no high schoolers) |
| Art Studio LIEN | ¥10,000 up to half the fee | 19 |
| Black Moon Tattoo | Not listed | Not listed |
Many of these studios also check your age with photo ID, so bring your passport. If your travel plans might change, read the cancellation rules before you pay a deposit.
8 Tattoo Studios in Saitama
In October 2026 we checked that each studio's official website or Instagram had recent updates. For 2CROW, only the website did; its Instagram was last updated in February 2025. They are listed from Saitama City outward. Prices are the guide prices each studio publishes and change with design and size.
| Studio | Area | Small piece | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-arts Dominion | Omiya | ¥10,000+ | ¥10,000–15,000 |
| 2CROW* | Higashi-Omiya | ¥20,000+ (cigarette pack) | ¥15,000 |
| DEFY ART COLLECTIVE | Kawagoe | ¥11,000+ | Not listed |
| SHISA INK* | Kawagoe | Coin size ¥5,000+ (before tax) | ¥6,000 |
| Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. | Iruma | ¥6,000+ | ¥11,000 |
| KICKING GALLERY | Kuki | ¥5,000 | ¥12,000 |
| Art Studio LIEN | Fukaya | ¥11,000 | ¥13,200 |
| Black Moon Tattoo | Kumagaya | Not listed | Not listed |
Hourly rates usually apply to large pieces, such as back pieces, or work that takes several sessions. At Art Studio LIEN, larger tattoos cost a base fee by size plus the hourly rate. *2CROW's Instagram was last updated in February 2025, so check that it's open before you book. SHISA INK's website lists coin-size pieces from ¥5,000 before tax, while its Instagram profile lists ¥6,000 per hour, including one-point pieces.
D-arts Dominion Art Studio (Omiya, Saitama City)
D-arts Dominion Art Studio is a five-minute walk from the east exit of JR Omiya Station. It draws original designs for portraits, Japanese work and one-point pieces, and also works from designs you bring. (Source: D-arts Dominion Art Studio official site, in Japanese)
The artists are Kenji and Miu. Kenji covers a wide range, from Japanese work to lettering and portraits. The studio also takes on cover-ups and finishing pieces that were left half-done. (Source: artists and prices page, in Japanese)
You can book a consultation or a same-day session by phone or email. Usually the design is drawn and tattooed on the same day; if you want the design drawn in advance, there's a design fee or deposit of ¥5,000–10,000. The website says the studio is "available for contact in English".
Needles, ink and tips are single-use, and some equipment, such as grips, is sterilized in an autoclave. The studio only tattoos people aged 20 and over, and charges 50% of the planned fee for a no-show. (Source: studio information, in Japanese)
- Address
- Mirage II 101, 4-30-2 Miyacho, Omiya-ku, Saitama City
- Access
- 5-minute walk from the east exit of JR Omiya Station
- Hours
- From 12:00, last entry 19:00. Irregular days off; weekends and holidays by appointment
- Phone
- 090-8035-2956
- Prices
- One-point from ¥10,000. On average, about ¥15,000 for 8 × 8 cm and ¥35,000 for 15 × 15 cm. Hourly ¥10,000–15,000 for sessions of 2–4 hours or more, or large areas such as a back. Credit cards accepted
- Website
- dominion-tattoo.net
2CROW Tattoo Studio (Higashi-Omiya, Saitama City)
2CROW Tattoo Studio (Futatsukarasu) is in a quiet residential area of Higashi-Omiya, in Saitama City's Minuma Ward. It has been open since 1998 and focuses on traditional Japanese work, while also doing Western styles, black and grey, tribal and one-point pieces. (Source: 2CROW Tattoo Studio official site, in Japanese)
Its online gallery is split into Japanese work (dragons, koi, tigers, hannya masks, Kannon), black and grey (skulls, the Virgin Mary) and other styles such as tribal and lettering. You can bring your own design or have one drawn for you.
Questions and bookings go through LINE or email, and you need to book a meeting in advance to discuss a design. There's a cancellation fee if you cancel a booking.
Needles, ink, ink caps and gloves are single-use, and other equipment is steam-sterilized in an autoclave. Nobody under 20 may enter the studio or be tattooed.
The studio also warns that some studio directories still show its old details and prices, and asks you to check its own website for current information.
The website was updated in October 2026, but the studio's Instagram was last updated in February 2025. Check by LINE or email that it's open before you book.
- Location
- Shimacho, Minuma-ku, Saitama City (map on the official site)
- Nearest stations
- Higashi-Omiya (JR Utsunomiya Line) or Nanasato (Tobu Urban Park Line, also called the Noda Line). About 30 minutes from Omiya by car or train
- Hours
- 12:00–19:00, irregular days off
- Prices
- Cigarette-pack size from ¥20,000; CD size from ¥40,000; ¥15,000 per hour
- Booking
- LINE or email
- Website
- 2crow.com
- @2crow_futatsukarasu
DEFY ART COLLECTIVE (Kawagoe)
DEFY ART COLLECTIVE is in Kawagoe, nicknamed Koedo ("Little Edo") and known for its old storehouse district. The studio is near the Nakacho intersection, a 10-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station. Its website says it has private space and a female artist. (Source: DEFY ART COLLECTIVE official site, in Japanese)
The studio's Instagram, @defy.minimal, features small tattoos and its female artist, HANA. Japanese-style work is handled by Horirin, with a separate space on another floor.
The studio works by appointment, and you're welcome to come just for a consultation. On same-day tattoos, its FAQ says they may be possible depending on the design and size, so ask first.
You must be at least 19, and you bring photo ID and an ¥11,000 deposit to the consultation. Needles, ink and ink cups are single-use. (Source: studio information, in Japanese)
- Address
- 2F, 2-2 Nakacho, Kawagoe (opposite the Kawagoe Chamber of Commerce)
- Access
- 10-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station, 20 minutes from Kawagoe Station. No parking; use nearby coin parking
- Hours
- 11:00–18:00, by appointment. Closed Tuesdays and some other days
- Prices
- One-point from ¥11,000. Quotes and consultations are free
- Deposit
- ¥11,000, taken from the total
- Booking
- Contact form on the website
- Website
- defytattoo.jp
- @defy.minimal (Japanese work: @defytattoo)
SHISA INK (Kawagoe)
SHISA INK is a three-minute walk from Kasumigaseki Station on the Tobu Tojo Line. This Kasumigaseki is in Kawagoe, not the station of the same name in central Tokyo. The website says the studio takes on all styles, from delicate pieces to full traditional Japanese work. (Sources: SHISA INK official site, in Japanese; SHISA INK on Instagram)
The website lists two artists: Shibuya, who isn't taking new bookings, and Horiman, who does Western styles and tribal and takes enquiries by Instagram DM.
The website's price list starts at ¥5,000 for a coin-size piece, ¥20,000 for business-card size and ¥35,000 for postcard size, all before tax. The Instagram profile instead lists ¥6,000 per hour, with one-point pieces also charged by the hour. Neither is dated, so confirm the price in your quote.
The two also differ on same-day tattoos. The website says the studio can tattoo you the same day if there's an opening, while the Instagram profile (checked in October 2026) says it doesn't accept same-day bookings. Neither is dated, so ask by DM before you go.
To book, you need photo ID and an ¥11,000 deposit (tax included), and you must be at least 19. If you cancel or change the date, the deposit is kept as a cancellation fee. If you live far away, you can plan the design by email or DM. (Source: studio information, in Japanese)
- Address
- 3F, 2-2-8 Kasumigaseki-higashi, Kawagoe
- Access
- 3-minute walk from Kasumigaseki Station (Tobu Tojo Line). Coin parking right in front
- Hours
- From 12:00, irregular days off
- Prices
- Website: coin size from ¥5,000, business-card size from ¥20,000, postcard size from ¥35,000 (before tax). Instagram: ¥6,000 per hour, including one-point pieces
- Deposit
- ¥11,000 including tax
- Website
- SHISA INK
- @shisa_ink
Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. (Iruma)
Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. (The Riot At Punker) is a 10-minute walk from the south exit of Irumashi Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line. It calls itself a walk-in studio, and its website and Instagram say the tattooing booths are fully private, so women can feel at ease. (Source: Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. official site, in Japanese)
All enquiries and bookings, including for the pre-tattoo consultation, go through the studio's official LINE account; it doesn't take them by phone or social media DM. Before you're tattooed, you meet to confirm the design and get a quote. The studio says it doesn't charge for quotes, design or consultations, and won't add anything not in the quote, such as needle or design fees. (Source: price page, in Japanese)
The studio blog shows its one-point, lettering, black and grey, Japanese and cover-up work, and in October 2026 it was posting new pieces every other day.
You must be 18 or over and not in high school, and everyone is asked for photo ID. The deposit is ¥10,000, returned after the session or taken off the bill; if you cancel on the day, it becomes the cancellation fee. Needles, ink and gloves are single-use, and reusable tools go through an ultrasonic cleaner and an autoclave. (Sources: how-to page; studio information, in Japanese)
- Address
- 2-1-1 Ogimachiya, Iruma
- Access
- 10-minute walk from the south exit of Irumashi Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line); 10 minutes by car from the Iruma IC on the Ken-O Expressway. No studio parking
- Hours
- 10:00–20:00 (last entry). Closed over the New Year holidays
- Prices
- Smaller than a ¥500 coin from ¥6,000; ¥500-coin size from ¥10,000; cigarette-pack size from ¥30,000; A4 size from ¥80,000. Work that needs several sessions, such as a full back, is ¥11,000 per hour
- Deposit
- ¥10,000, returned or taken off the bill after the session
- Contact
- Official LINE account
- Website
- tattoo-base-trap.com
- @tattoo_base_trap
KICKING GALLERY (Kuki)
KICKING GALLERY's Kuki studio is a three-minute walk from the west exit of Kuki Station. The shop also has studios in Koga (Ibaraki) and Yamagata, with several regular and guest artists. (Source: KICKING GALLERY official site, in Japanese)
The news section on its website records traditional Japanese pieces, such as a full-body karajishi lion and peony design and a dragon. The studio also continues work started at other shops and does cover-ups.
It works by appointment, but its FAQ says you can come to look around without booking if you call ahead, and that same-day tattoos are possible for some designs, depending on the artists' schedules. (Source: FAQ, in Japanese)
First-time clients usually visit for a consultation, and your session date is fixed once you pay a deposit (from ¥10,000 including tax), which is taken off the final bill. Cancel or change your date at least a week ahead, or a cancellation fee applies. The studio doesn't tattoo anyone under 18 or in high school, and checks your age with photo ID. (Source: first-timer guide, in Japanese)
- Address
- Daimaru Tenant Bldg. 1F, 4-1-4 Kuki-chuo, Kuki
- Access
- 3-minute walk from the west exit of Kuki Station
- Hours
- 13:00–23:00, irregular days off
- Phone
- 0480-53-6051
- Prices
- Including tax: smallest size (up to 1.5 cm) ¥5,000; coin size (up to 2.5 cm) ¥8,000; business-card size ¥15,000; postcard size ¥35,000. Large pieces (A5 and up) and designs that take two days or more are ¥12,000 per hour. Guest artists' prices differ
- Website
- kicking-gallery.com
- @horinaosaitama
(Price source: KICKING GALLERY prices, in Japanese)
Art Studio LIEN (Fukaya)
Art Studio LIEN is a studio in Fukaya, in northern Saitama, where the tattooing is done by a female artist, Kie. It takes on all styles, including Japanese and Western designs, portraits, tribal and lettering. Every design is original, and you can bring your own idea or ask about covering up or finishing a tattoo from another shop. (Source: Art Studio LIEN official site, in Japanese)
Children may come along with you. If you bring a baby or toddler, you'll need someone to look after them during the session.
The studio is appointment-only, and bookings and questions go through LINE. First-time clients always have a consultation on a separate day before the tattoo. At the consultation you pay a deposit (from ¥10,000 up to half the expected fee) and show photo ID so the studio can check your age; a health insurance card isn't accepted. You must be at least 19.
Up to three beauty-mark dots cost ¥11,000, and anything up to the size of a ¥500 coin is ¥13,200. Larger pieces cost a base fee by size (¥11,000 up to credit-card size, for example) plus ¥13,200 per hour. Cancelling on the day costs half the planned fee or half the booked time. Needles, ink caps, grips and gloves are all single-use. (Source: prices and booking, in Japanese)
- Address
- 3-15-12 Ueshibacho-nishi, Fukaya
- Access
- 10 minutes by car from the south exit of Fukaya Station (JR Takasaki Line). Or take the free shuttle bus from the south exit to the Ario Fukaya mall, then walk 2 minutes. You can park in front of the entrance
- Hours
- 10:00–17:00 and 18:00–19:00, plus 19:30–21:30 on Fridays. Closed Saturdays; appointment only
- Prices
- Up to three beauty-mark dots ¥11,000; up to ¥500-coin size ¥13,200. Larger pieces: base fee plus ¥13,200 per hour
- Deposit
- ¥10,000 up to half the expected fee, taken off the final bill
- Booking
- LINE (ID: art.studio.lien)
- Website
- art-studio-lien.com
- @artstudiolienkie
(Access source: Art Studio LIEN access, in Japanese)
Black Moon Tattoo (Kumagaya)
Black Moon Tattoo, in the Ishihara area of Kumagaya, makes custom tattoos centered on blackwork such as tribal and geometric designs. Its website is in both Japanese and English. (Source: Black Moon Tattoo official site)
There are two artists. In the studio's words, Chisaki "started her tattoo career in Japan in 2000", guest-worked and joined conventions around the world, then worked for eight years as a regular artist at The Family Business Tattoo in London before opening Black Moon Tattoo in Kumagaya in 2020. She creates black work inspired by traditional tribal styles such as Polynesian, Moko, Samoan and Borneo, and also does geometric work. (Source: Chisaki's page)
Tomas Tomas 108 started tattooing in Manchester, UK, in the mid-1990s and spent more than 15 years in Alex Binnie's team at IN2U Tattoo in London. The site describes him as a pioneer of dotwork and complex geometric tattooing. (Source: Tomas Tomas 108's page)
The website doesn't list prices or opening hours, so get in touch by email, phone or Instagram. The studio says it usually replies within one to two days. (Source: contact page)
- Address
- 2-23-2 Ishihara, Kumagaya
- Access
- 8 minutes by taxi from the north exit of Kumagaya Station; 10-minute walk from Ishiwara Station (Chichibu Railway); 3 minutes from the Ishiwara-eki Iriguchi bus stop. Free parking for one car
- Phone
- +81 80-8041-9865
- Website
- blackmoontattoo108.com
- @black__moon__tattoo
Saitama Studios for Female Artists, Walk-Ins and Small Budgets
Here is what each studio's own website or Instagram says about women-friendly options and same-day tattoos:
| Studio | For women | Same-day tattoos |
|---|---|---|
| D-arts Dominion | Not mentioned | Same-day booking OK |
| 2CROW | Not mentioned | Not mentioned |
| DEFY ART COLLECTIVE | Female artist, private space | Depends on design |
| SHISA INK | Not mentioned | Instagram: no; website: if open |
| Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. | Fully private booths | Calls itself walk-in |
| KICKING GALLERY | Not mentioned | Depends on schedule |
| Art Studio LIEN | Female artist, kids OK | Appointment only |
| Black Moon Tattoo | Female artist | Not mentioned |
If you want a female artist, try DEFY ART COLLECTIVE in Kawagoe, Art Studio LIEN in Fukaya or Black Moon Tattoo in Kumagaya. For privacy, Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. in Iruma has fully private booths, and DEFY ART COLLECTIVE has private space.
BOOST TATTOO STUDIO in Ogawa, a small town in central Saitama, also says on its Instagram profile that it has female artists and parking. (Source: BOOST TATTOO STUDIO on Instagram)
For a small, budget-friendly piece, KICKING GALLERY (from ¥5,000) and Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. (from ¥6,000) have the lowest starting prices of the eight. SHISA INK lists coin-size pieces from ¥5,000 before tax on its website and ¥6,000 per hour on Instagram. Prices everywhere depend on size and detail.
For a same-day tattoo, D-arts Dominion takes same-day bookings, and DEFY ART COLLECTIVE and KICKING GALLERY say it's possible depending on the design and their schedule. Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. calls itself a walk-in studio but holds a consultation before tattooing, so message it on LINE first. SHISA INK's website and Instagram give different answers, so ask by DM.
You can also search by area on Tattoo Japan:
Frequently Asked Questions About Tattoo Studios in Saitama
Can tourists get a tattoo in Saitama?
Yes. Tattooing is legal in Japan: in 2020, Japan's Supreme Court ruled that tattooing by an artist who is not a doctor does not count as medical practice under the Medical Practitioners' Act. (Source: Supreme Court of Japan, 2020, in Japanese) Of the studios here, D-arts Dominion says it can be contacted in English, and Black Moon Tattoo has an English website. Bring your passport, since many studios check your age with photo ID.
How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in Saitama?
Generally 18 or older. Saitama Prefecture's youth protection ordinance (Seishonen Kenzen Ikusei Jorei) bans tattooing anyone under 18 without a legitimate reason, with a fine of up to ¥500,000. (Source: Saitama Prefecture ordinance, Articles 3, 19-2 and 28-4, in Japanese) Some studios set a higher age: 2CROW and D-arts Dominion only tattoo people aged 20 and over, and DEFY ART COLLECTIVE, SHISA INK and Art Studio LIEN require you to be at least 19.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
D-arts Dominion in Omiya takes same-day bookings, and DEFY ART COLLECTIVE and KICKING GALLERY say same-day tattoos are possible depending on the design and schedule. Art Studio LIEN is appointment-only. SHISA INK's website says same-day is possible if there's an opening, but its Instagram says it doesn't take same-day bookings. Wherever you go, call or message first.
How much does a small tattoo cost in Saitama?
Among these eight studios, the smallest pieces start at ¥5,000 at KICKING GALLERY and ¥6,000 at Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. D-arts Dominion, DEFY ART COLLECTIVE and Art Studio LIEN start at ¥10,000–11,000. Prices depend on the design and size, so ask for a quote first.
Can I go to an onsen in Saitama with a tattoo?
Rules differ from bath to bath in Japan: some accept tattoos, some ask you to cover them, and some don't allow them at all. You can find places that accept tattoos on Tattoo Japan. With a fresh tattoo, follow your artist's aftercare instructions before soaking in any bath.
Summary: Choosing a Tattoo Studio in Saitama
Check the artist's portfolio for the style you want, then read the deposit, cancellation and age rules before you book.
Near Omiya, try D-arts Dominion Art Studio or 2CROW Tattoo Studio. In Kawagoe, DEFY ART COLLECTIVE or SHISA INK. For a female artist, DEFY ART COLLECTIVE, Art Studio LIEN or Black Moon Tattoo. For an affordable small piece, KICKING GALLERY or Tattoo Base T.R.A.P. If you're still working out your budget, or also looking in Tokyo, these guides can help:
*Based on each studio's official website and Instagram, and Saitama Prefecture's ordinance, as of October 2026. Prices and hours can change, so check with the studio before you book.
