What Should I Do if I Want to Change my Design After Booking?
If you need to make any significant changes to your design, I require a 48-hour notice in order to keep your reservation for your appointment.
How to Book an Appointment
There are several ways to book an appointment. Click "Read more..." for details.
Tattoo Aftercare
Learn how to care for your new Tattoo. Step-by-step instructions.
Can I get more than one tattoo at the same appointment?
Yes! Just make sure to give me the information for each tattoo you want when booking and book a time slot accordingly.
How is Pricing Determined?
Please click on the Menu BOOK/Pricing for pricing examples.
How to Prepare for Your Appointment
Complete guide to prepare for your Tattoo appointment. Click on "Read More...".
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
If you need to reschedule your appointment, I require at least a 48-hour notice for you to receive a refund of your deposit.
Where are you located?
The studio, Nine Lives LA, is located at 963 Chung King Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Can I get a Tattoo Design You’ve Already Done?
Most of the time, yes! If the tattoo is an image taken directly from an anime or manga, it can be repeated.
Is Tipping Necessary?
Many people tip their artist if they had a good experience during the tattoo session. Tips are much appreciated, but not required.
What Can/Should I Bring to My Appointment?
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting stained with ink.
Do you take walk-ins?
No, I'm sorry I do not take walk-ins. Please make an appointment by clicking on the BOOK menu item.
Do you offer numbing cream?
I do not offer numbing cream as it has to be applied an hour before the appointment. You can, however, purchase and use a numbing cream yourself before your appointment.
Do you do payment plans?
We are currently accepting Cash and Zelle, and do not take credit cards, nor offer payment plans.
What if I Have a Cut/Bruise/Blemish on the Area to be Tattooed?
If your skin is damaged in any way at the location you want the tattoo, such as a cut, bruise, rash, blemish, sunburn, etc., please reschedule your tattoo after it is healed.
Do you only do anime tattoos? What about customs?
While I focus mainly on manga and anime tattoos, I do enjoy doing other styles and subjects on occasion, especially if it’s fine line black and gray.
Do you do Touch-ups?
I offer one free touch up of your tattoo (must be at least 1 month healed), after that I charge an hourly rate of $200/hr for touch-ups.
Do I Need to Pay a Deposit?
A $100 deposit is required to schedule your appointment. This deposit will go toward the total cost of your tattoo and is non-refundable if your appointment is canceled.