Kanji & lettering · Ueno, Tokyo
Kanji Tattoo in Tokyo
Meaningful kanji, names, and words rendered as clean, accurate lettering — checked by native Japanese speakers so your tattoo says exactly what you intend.
Kanji & lettering tattoos done right
A kanji tattoo should be correct, legible, and balanced. We help you choose characters that genuinely match your meaning, then render them in a brush, block, or fine style that suits your placement.
Getting it inked in Japan means native checking — no awkward mistranslations. We also do roman-letter names, quotes, and calligraphy-style scripts.
Kanji tattoo options
Meaningful kanji
One or more characters chosen with you and checked for accurate meaning.
Names & words
Names or words in kanji or romaji, balanced for your chosen placement.
Calligraphy style
Brush-stroke shodo aesthetics for a more expressive, artistic look.
Why Evis Ink Tokyo
English-friendly custom tattoo studio in Ueno, a 5-minute walk from Ueno Station — easy to reach for visitors and locals. Transparent size-based pricing from ¥15,000, clear online booking, and travel-safe aftercare guidance in English and Japanese.
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FAQ
Will my kanji be translated correctly?
Yes. Meaning and characters are confirmed with native Japanese speakers before tattooing, so your kanji reads accurately and naturally.
Can you tattoo a name in kanji?
We can render names in kanji or in roman lettering, and advise which approach reads best for the meaning and placement you want.
How small can a kanji tattoo be?
Small single-character pieces start from around ¥15,000. Very fine detail has legibility limits, which we'll talk through during consultation.
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