FAQ’s and information

Your deposit is used to reserve a specific date and time for our tattoo appointment. This cost also allows me to dedicate time toward designing your tattoo.

Most deposits for medium/larger pieces will be $200 and $100 for smaller/simpler pieces. Though this amount may vary depending on the complexity of the design. I accept deposits through Venmo (@nagaminesan)

Deposits are non-refundable and will be credited toward the overall total of your session.

To schedule any appointment (setting date & time) or having a design drawn up will require a deposit.

Cash is preferred, but I also accept Venmo with a 5% charge for digital payment platform fees. For Venmo payments I will request you through the app and auto tax will be applied. I can provide you with a time estimate and rough price quote so you know what to expect.

With the deposit left I’ll honor 1 reschedule with at least 1 weeks notice. Any reschedule less than 1 week will result in a forfeit of the deposit and a $50 reschedule fee will be required. I’m willing to be flexible for certain situations if there is good communication. Any cancellation or reschedule 24 hours or less means your deposit will be forfeited and another deposit is required to re book.

Consultations are free :)

Sometimes its easier to do an in person consultation, things can get lost or misunderstood through email. And this is a great way to get to know one another and get a feel of the Tattoo shop.

We’ll discuss things like what you envisioned for design, if there are any meanings and symbolism you’d like me to know and other things like size, placement and overall style. Feel free to bring any specific references you may have so I can get a better feel of your ideas. I may also take photos of the area we will be working on to create a mock up on my iPad, and may draw on you to get a feel for the space we will be working in. Consultations can take anywhere from 15-45 mins. To book an appointment after the consult will require a deposit to move forward.

I usually do not send drafts or sketches of the design before hand. The booking form or consult is the best time to give me as much info about your tattoo as you can to make sure both our visions line up. Expect to see the design on the day of our appointment at the shop, and if needed changes can be made at that time together.

No matter how big or how small, a lot of time and energy goes into making a tattoo for you. Think of buying tattoos like buying a piece of living, wearable art that will grow with you through life. Accept this art is custom made for you by hand from beginning to end. I wouldn’t expect to pay less than you would for a quality pair of shoes or a nice handbag. As tattoo artists, we invest years into learning and sharping our skills so that we can produce quality work for you today.

Additionally, most if not all tattoo artists are independent workers. A big portion of our incomes go toward things like, business expenses, supplies (with supply prices only going up), paying shop rent and taxes.

Scheduling days

• Sunday - Off

• Monday - Off

• Tuesday (10:00am - 5:00pm)

• Wednesday (10:00am - 5:00pm)

• Thursday (10am - 5:00pm)

• Friday (10am - 5:00pm)

• Saturday (12am - 4:00pm)

Chopstick Tattoo

• 1001 Waimanu St. Ste C Honolulu HI 96814

• Look for red decal stick on the door

Any other questions regarding your appointment or aftercare my email is

• erin.ntattoo@gmail.com