🇯🇵 (Osaka) Before to get a tattoo

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📍📍 How to get to the studio + Important notes

  • Balmy studio : 〒550-0015 Osaka, Nishi Ward, Minamihorie, 1 Chome−21−14 M.hills南堀江 south 201

    • The address listed above is the studio address.
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      📍 Balmy studio

  • Entry to the studio is available from “10 minutes before” your appointment time.

    • If there is a client before your session, I may not be able to assist you if you arrive earlier than this due to the ongoing appointment.
      However, if the previous session finishes early or depending on the situation, earlier entry may sometimes be possible. Please make sure to contact me in advance if you arrive early.

  • As mentioned in the pre-appointment notice, we kindly ask you to prepare the remaining balance in cash.

    • Since we settle commissions with the studio every day, we recommend paying in cash to ensure a smooth commission settlement process.
      Also, as stated in the form, if you choose to pay the remaining balance via PayPal, an additional 6% fee will be charged due to PayPal processing fees.

  • ❗ Due to the limited waiting space inside the studio, bringing a companion into the studio is not allowed. ❗

    • To maintain a comfortable studio environment and ensure smooth workflow, companions are not permitted inside the working area.
      As the space is limited and multiple sessions may be taking place at the same time, we kindly ask for your understanding to help create a more comfortable and focused environment for everyone.

  • ❗️ If you arrive late by more than 15 minutes, you will be treated as a no-show and won’t proceed.❗️

    • If you wish to reschedule, you will need to make a new reservation and pay the deposit again.

📝 Get your tattoo in the best condition! Don’t forget!

  • I recommend getting enough sleep and having at least a light meal before your appointment.

    • If you remain in a fasting state for a long time, the ink may not settle well, and you may feel more pain than usual.
    • If you haven’t had enough sleep and your condition is low, similar issues may occur, and poor condition can also increase the likelihood of inflammation.
    • If you are unable to eat beforehand, I recommend bringing snacks that are not strong-smelling or crumbly, such as candy or jelly.
      (Especially if you are planning to get multiple tattoos in one session or a larger piece, please make sure to prepare something!)

  • Please refrain from drinking alcohol before your appointment.

    • Alcohol can cause inflammatory reactions in the body. Drinking before your appointment may affect post-procedure inflammation.

📎 Is there anything I should bring or prepare?

Please bring clothing such as short sleeves, shorts, or sleeveless tops depending on the tattoo area.

  • This also helps prevent staining of your clothes from ink. (Tattoo ink or stencil will NOT come off if it gets on clothing.)
  • It allows easier access to the tattoo area, making the process smoother and reducing discomfort from staying in the same position for a long time.

I recommend light exfoliation before your appointment.

  • If there is a buildup of dead skin on the surface, ink absorption may be uneven, and the skin texture may not be smooth during the procedure, which can affect the final result.

    Even simple exfoliation can help achieve a more stable and clearer outcome.

Please make sure to bring your ID.

  • If you do not bring your ID, or if the personal information (date of birth/name) does not match what you provided during booking, the procedure will not be performed.

❗ Are there any additional things to keep in mind?

If you would like to request additional work on the day, please let me know in advance!

  • Depending on the situation, same-day additional work may not be possible.
  • If you inform me in advance, I can prepare so that you can receive the additional work on your appointment day, and it can be done at a more reasonable price than the standard rate.

Additional modifications are not possible once you arrive at the studio.

  • As there is limited time between appointments, making changes during your reserved time may affect the following schedule.

It is okay to get tattooed on a different area than initially discussed. However ❗ if you would like to get tattooed on a highly exposed area, please inform me at least one day in advance.

  • As this is a shared studio, certain situations may feel uncomfortable depending on the area.

    Additionally, if the area is highly exposed or considered a special placement, or if the size becomes larger than originally discussed, additional charges may apply.

I do not provide specific placement recommendations.

  • If I give a strong opinion, it may lead to regret later, even if not immediately. I can provide feedback regarding areas prone to distortion or changes over time, or possible outcomes after the tattoo, but I do not recommend specific placements.

    Thank you for your understanding in advance.

❗❗ Additional Pricing Information

As stated in the pre-booking guide, additional charges will apply if the tattoo is placed on areas other than arms or legs.

If the size increases by about one size from what was discussed, there is no additional charge.

  • However, if it becomes larger than that, additional charges will apply.

Additional charges will also apply if color is added or if a single-color design is changed to a gradient.

  • Adding color or creating gradients requires more time and a more detailed process compared to single-color work, and also increases the amount of ink used.

    Therefore, additional costs may apply. Thank you for your understanding.

If you have any questions after reading this, or if there is anything unclear, please feel free to contact me!

See you tomorrow. :)