THE INK編集部 THE INK willmove from Ikebukuro to the Harajuku and Meiji-jingumae area on September 10, 2026
The new location is about a 30-second walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station.It is only about 10 seconds on foot from Exit 7 and about 10 minutes from JR Harajuku Station, making it easy to reach.
150-0001
6-29-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shibuhara XROSS, 3rd and 4th Floors
This move will expand the store to two floors.
The 3rd floor will house aFLAG Tattoo Supply-operated tattoo supply store, while the 4th floor will be a tattoo studio with 10 booths.
Clients looking to get tattooed.
Tattoo artists looking for a professional workspace in Harajuku, Tokyo.
Anyone who wants to see and handle tattoo machines and supplies before buying.
The new THE INKaims to be a dedicated tattoo hub that brings tattooing, booths, and supplies together in one place.
THE INK Harajuku store has a tattoo supply store on the 3rd floor and a tattoo studio on the 4th floor.
THE INK Harajuku will occupy the 3rd and 4th floors of Shibuhara XROSS.
The 3rd floor will be a specialist tattoo supply store; the 4th will serve as both a tattoo studio and rental studio.
THE INK is operated byFLAG Tattoo Supply.
The ability to bring tattoo supplies, professional workspaces, and rental booths together under one roofis one of THE INK’s defining strengths.
3F | Tattoo Supply Store Operated by FLAG Tattoo Supply
On the 3rd floor, you can see, handle, and purchase products carried by FLAG Tattoo Supply.
Browse the wide variety of tattoo supplies available at FLAG Tattoo Supply, including tattoo machines, cartridges, and ink.
You can compare details that are difficult to judge online—such as a machine’s size, weight, and grip—before making your choice.
No appointment is required to shop for tattoo supplies.
Feel free to stop by whenever you are in Harajuku, Meiji-jingumae, or Shibuya.
Tattoo Machine Trials Will Continue
Thetattoo machine trials previously offered at the Ikebukuro locationwill continue at the Harajuku store.
“I don’t know which tattoo machine is right for me”
“I want to actually compare multiple machines”
“I want to check the weight, grip, stroke, etc. before purchasing”
our staff will be happy to guide you.
Trying the equipment in person lets you assess what specifications and photos cannot convey, so you can choose a machine that fits your tattooing style.
In-Store Pickup for FLAG Tattoo Supply Orders
Products ordered from the FLAG Tattoo Supply online storecan also be collected at THE INK Harajuku.
Use this option if you would rather collect your order than wait for delivery, or if you want to coordinate pickup with a visit to Harajuku or Shibuya.
By operating both online and in-store, FLAG Tattoo Supply gives each artist a choice of purchasing options that fits the way they work.
4F | 10-Booth Tattoo Studio in Harajuku / Meiji-jingumae
The fourth floor isa tattoo studio with 10 booths.
In addition to appointments with THE INK’s resident artists, the space is open to tattoo artists regardless of affiliation as arental tattoo studio.
Rental Booths Open to All Tattoo Artists
THE INK’s rental booths areTattoo artists who are not affiliated with THE INK are also welcome.
With 10 booths, the Harajuku studio can accommodate guest spots in Tokyo, artists traveling from outside the city, and other short-term arrangements.
Talk to us about anything from a brief session or guest spot to an ongoing contract.
We also offertattoo machine rentals.
This can be especially useful for visiting artists who cannot bring every piece of equipment with them.
reserve a booth at the Harajuku studio, click here
discuss how the service works, click here
Private Booths with Greater Privacy Than the Ikebukuro Studio
The Harajuku studio provides an even more private tattooing environment than the former Ikebukuro location.
Partitioned private booths let clients receive their tattoo without worrying about being overlooked.
The clean, calm setting is designed to feel comfortable for first-time clients and anyone who values privacy.
Appointments with THE INK Artists
Appointments with THE INK’s resident artists will continue to be available.
“I want to get my first tattoo”
“I would like to discuss design”
“I want to find an artist whose style fits my idea”
—whatever you would like to discuss, please feel free to contact us.
Staff Support for Tattoo Artists
THE INK is not just a rental tattoo studio that rents out space.
As a studio operated directly by FLAG Tattoo Supply, THE INK is designed to help artists focus on tattooing.
THE INK offers the following types of support depending on your usage.
- On-site access to machines and tattoo supplies
- Payment
- Cleaning
- Booking management
- Supply management
- Interpretation
- Photography
Because the 3rd floor is a tattoo supply store operated by FLAG Tattoo Supply, artists can check and purchase the machines and supplies they need on site.
Speak with us about an arrangement that fits your practice, from guest spots to ongoing contracts.
Promotional Support for Guest Spots
Promotional support may include artist introductions and guest-spot announcements on THE INK’s website and Instagram.
If you are a tattoo artist who would like to do guest work in Harajuku, Tokyo, please feel free to contact us.
Please note that publication on the website or social media does not guarantee bookings. Placement, terms, and content will be agreed in advance.
Rental Booth Rates at THE INK Harajuku
At THE INK Harajuku, booths can be rented by the hour to suit different tattooing styles and uses.
Harajuku Hourly Plan | Chair
JPY 4,180 per 60 minutes (tax included)
Chair: JPY 4,180 per hour (tax included)
Harajuku Hourly Plan | Electric Bed / Chair Bed
JPY 5,280 per 60 minutes (tax included)
Electric Bed / Chair Bed: JPY 5,280 per hour (tax included)
Book only the time you need, whether for a short appointment in Harajuku or a full guest spot.
reserve a booth at the Harajuku studio, click here
discuss how the service works, click here
Hygiene Standards
Hygiene is one of THE INK’s core operating standards, helping clients receive tattoos with confidence.
We maintain strict hygiene standards comparable to those of medical facilities and beauty salons and work to keep all tattooing areas and equipment clean.
Our goal is a studio where first-time clients and women can feel comfortable and confident.
Payment Methods
THE INK accepts the following payment methods.
- Cash
- Credit card
- Electronic payment
- QR code payment
Getting to THE INK Harajuku
Address
150-0001
6-29-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shibuhara XROSS, 3rd and 4th Floors
Access
About a 30-second walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station
About a 10-second walk from Exit 7
About a 10-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station
The location is also easy to reach from Shibuya and Omotesando, as well as from Meiji-jingumae and Harajuku.
THE INK Harajuku Opening Hours
September 2026
Hours:12:00〜20:00
Regular closing day:Tuesday
From October 1, 2026
Hours:11:00〜21:00
Regular closing day:None
From October 1, 2026, opening hours will be extended and there will be no regular closing day.
No appointment is required to shop at the tattoo supply store on the 3rd floor.
Tattooing Should Be Open to Everyone.
THE INK aims to become part of the essential infrastructure of Japan’s tattoo industry.
Tattooing should not remain
a closed world.
People who want to get tattooed.
People who make tattooing their profession.
People who need the tools of the trade.
Our goal is to create a place where each of them can engage with tattooing more confidently.
We also aimto help improve artists’ working environments and professional recognition while increasing the global value of tattoo culture.
That is THE INK’s mission.
THE INK is operated by FLAG Tattoo Supply, one of Japan’s leading tattoo suppliers and a partner to artists since 2015.
That experience enables us to support tattoo appointments, rental booths, and tattoo supplies in one place.
At the new Harajuku location, THE INK will expand on what only FLAG Tattoo Supply—with its experience working alongside artists since 2015—can provide.
THE INK Harajuku store opens on September 10, 2026
From Ikebukuro to Harajuku.
THE INK begins a new chapter in Harajuku and Meiji-jingumae on September 10, 2026.
The 3rd floor is a shop where you can inspect and purchase FLAG Tattoo Supply machines, inks, cartridges, and other tattoo supplies.
The 4th floor offers appointments with THE INK artists and, for tattoo artists from Japan and overseas, a10-booth rental tattoo studio.
Whether you want to get tattooed,
work professionally as a tattoo artist,
or are looking for the tools of the trade,
we look forward to welcoming you to the new THE INK in Harajuku and Meiji-jingumae.
THE INK Harajuku
OPEN: September 10, 2026
150-0001
6-29-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shibuhara XROSS, 3rd and 4th Floors
3F:Tattoo Supply Store — FLAG Tattoo Supply
4F:Tattoo Studio / Rental Studio — 10 Booths
Access:
About a 30-second walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station
About a 10-second walk from Exit 7
About a 10-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station
reserve a booth at the Harajuku studio, click here
discuss how the service works, click here
No reservation is required to purchase tattoo supplies.