First Tattoo
A Guide for Your First Tattoo
STEP 1: Making an Appointment
First begin by deciding on your general image and preferred artist Plesae feel free to look through our library of designs for inspiration or bring in your own original reference. After deciding on your design fill out the forms and pick out an appointment date. Don't forget to bring 5000yen for the shop appointment fee (this covers ink, needles, prep work, etc.). We must verify that you are over the age of 18. Please bring a photo ID such as a driver's license or passport. For those coming from cities outside Osaka from within Japan, please send a copy of your ID, the 5000yen appointment fee, the design idea, place, size, and the date you wish to book by a special money envelope (Genkinkakitome) from the Japanese postal service. If you are coming from another country please contact us directly for more information on booking appointments via e-mail. STEP 2: On the Appointment Day
 Before getting a tattoo Get plenty of rest the day before Get plenty of nutrition the day before Eat before you come on your appointment day Please inform our staff if you take any medications STEP 3: Putting on the Tattoo
 First we hang the stencil  Now we check the balance and refine the lines One last check Outlines of the design  We begin with the outlines of 'sujibori' of the design. Then we fill in with color. STEP ４: Aftercare
After the tattooing is done we wash it in hot water and apply medicine.
Once we wrap it up it's all finished! Sterilization All used needles, ink, sheets are disposed of after each tattoo. 
After Care Explanation
1. Remove the bandage protecting the tattooed area. Wash with lukewarm water. 2. Take a hot shower to the point of slight sweating. Do not use a public bath, onsen, etc. 3. Lather well with soap and wash gently. (Medicated soap is desireable) 4. After drying gently with a clean towel keep the tattoo clean. Wash up to three times a day. Spread medicated ointment thinly on the tattoo. 5. After 3 or 4 days some scabbing will occur. (varies by person) In order to prevent the tattoo from fading:
6. Don't drink for the remainder of the day you get the tattoo and don't get drunk for at least another 2 or 3. 7. After the last of the scabs have come off and the skin returns to normal (about 4-6 weeks) come back to the shop and show us your tattoo.
After Care Comics by Kozuru Chopstick Tattoo FAQ
Q: Do I need an appointment for a consultation? A: No. Feel free to come in any time during our shop hours to discuss your tattoo. Q: Do you have English speaking staff? A: Yes. If you cannot speak Japanese we currently have native English speaking staff who will assist you. Q: Can I be tattooed on the day I come in? A: If we have an opening on the day you come in, then yes. However, it may depend on the size and complexity of your design. Q: Do you take appointments by Phone? A: Unfortunately, we cannot take appointments by phone. Please come in to make an appointment. For customers coming from far away locations, please send a copy of your ID and 5000 yen for your appointment fee in a postal cash envelope (Genkinkakitome in Japanese.) Be sure to note your address, phone number, and if possible, email. Include a letter describing your design, placement, size, color, and available dates and times. Upon receipt, we will contact you and confirm the appointment. Q: Do you have reference material and photos? A: Yes. Staff albums, reference and various other books have been prepared for this purpose. Please feel free to discuss your design with the staff while browsing through our resources. Q: Can I bring in my own design? A: Yes. if you have some reference or photo you'd like us to use, please bring it in. Q: What do I need to bring on my appointment day? A: Bring a form of ID (License, Medical Insurance Card, Passport, etc.) and the appointment fee (5000 yen - ink & needle fee). Q: How old do I have to be to get a tattoo? A: At least 18. We must verify ID when taking all appointments. We will not tattoo high school students. Q: Where is your shop located? |
