Best Japanese Tattoo Artists in San Diego, CA
Top japanese tattoo artists in San Diego, CA ranked by review evidence.
1. James
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
8 mentions
"friendly and approachable when it comes to any questions. I got tattooed by James and his work is just astonishing! Aside from talent he is very friendly and makes the tattooing pr"
2. Hi ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
6 mentions
"traveling to San Diego since 2018 just to work with Yushi. His art is absolutely masterful, and it’s an honor to wear so much of it. The level of detail, flow, and depth he brings "
4. Yushi ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
3 mentions
"ckest designs and truly unmatched shading ability, I highly recommend Yushi at Oyabun Tattoo.
I’m from Northwest Arkansas, and I’ve been traveling to San Diego since 2018 just to "
5. Phangs ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
2 mentions
"Phangs was my artist of choice and let me tell you, she might be my go to person for future artwork because she did PHENOMENAL on my Sesshom"
6. Tim ✓ verified
at Port Side Tattoo
HIGH
2 mentions
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Got my sleeve done by Tim and I’m beyond stoked with how it turned out. Portside is an incredible shop…tons of great artwork, stacked with talented artist"
7. Jake ✓ verified
at Port Side Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"had mentioned it to Jake and he gladly said he would do it. Jake did an incredible job! Overall, my experience was great - Jake made sure that I was happy with the artwork prior to"
8. Mariana
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
LOW
1 mention
"nal, with an atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease.
Mariana did an incredible job on my American traditional tattoos. Her work is bold, clean, and beautifully executed, wit"
9. Ronaldo
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
LOW
1 mention
"gh-quality American traditional work.
Mariana did mine and Ronaldo did my boyfriends!"
10. Family Business ✓ verified
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
1 mention
@familybusinesstattoosd
"ith my tattoos and will absolutely be coming back. I highly recommend Family Business Tattoo, especially Mariana and Ronaldo, to anyone looking for high-quality American traditiona"
11. Lina ✓ verified
at Guru Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"Lina did an excellent job on both tattoos she did for me over the last week. One design was particularly difficult to conceptualize but she"
12. Mikey ✓ verified
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
2 mentions
"e board and time flew by while I was getting my piece done! Mikey was my artist (awesome handiwork and super chill), and the same could be said for everyone that was working at the"
13. Trevor Tipper
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
MED
1 mention
"Trevor Tipper was my tattoo artist, and I truly could not have asked for a better experience, especially for my first tattoo. I shared with"
14. Pepper
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
LOW
1 mention
"his time and listens to his clients needs and wants. Highly recommend Pepper at above all tattoos. ILL BE BACK BRO!"
15. Chapter One ✓ verified
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
@chapteronetattoo
"much more realistic and visually appealing scene. I highly recommend Chapter One Tattoo and Cash to anyone; you will not be disappointed.
Big thanks to Cash and everyone at Chapter"
16. Nikki
at Yokai House
MED
2 mentions
"Nikki did an excellent job on my tattoo! I couldn't have asked for a better outcome. He was very patient with getting the placement just rig"
17. Alyssa
at Yokai House
MED
1 mention
"if you throw up (totally not speaking from experience 😭😅) Alyssa was my artist and she was amazing! The tattoo turned out awesome and she went above and beyond to make sure I was"
18. Derrick
at Yokai House
LOW
1 mention
"My experience at Yokai House was amazing! Derrick did an amazing job with my first tattoo, and exceeded expectations with whole art piece. I will definitely be going back for more "
19. Kenny ✓ verified
at Guru Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"great atmosphere. I highly recommend this place and highly recommend Kenny as well. Every time I go out and have my tattoos showing I get a compliment. Very happy with them!"
20. Jasmine ✓ verified
at Remington Tattoo Parlor
HIGH
1 mention
"orates photos I’ve taken of one of our local estuaries, and Jasmine did an incredible job turning them into a stunning, artistic layout. I genuinely feel like I have a piece of art"
21. Belle
at Emaki Art Collective
MED
1 mention
". All the staff is extremely friendly, judgement free zone. Belle was my artist and she did a fantastic job. Made sure I was comfortable, happy with my piece, and overall made me f"
22. Levi ✓ verified
at Emaki Art Collective
HIGH
1 mention
@levihiltontattoos
"Great artists! Wonderful work done by Levi!"
23. Brian ✓ verified
at Emaki Art Collective
HIGH
1 mention
"ce this year because I am so in love with the art. I highly recommend Brian to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated tattoo artist. Check out some of his work on Instagram @b"
24. Thi ✓ verified
at Emaki Art Collective
HIGH
1 mention
"This art collective is one-of-a-kind for sure! I’ve had tattoos done at several shops but this place is different. It’s truly eclectic with"
25. Isha
at Ishatakomaki
LOW
1 mention
"Isha is amazing!!! She is so talented and can truly do any style. Looking forward to getting more tattoos from her in the future."
26. Pierce Gonzalez
at Clementine Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"I got a small but detailed and very meaningful tattoo done by Pierce Gonzalez. I’ve actually known Pierce for a long time now and thankfully, I finally got the chance to get a tatt"
27. Ali
at Avalon Tattoo II
LOW
1 mention
"oked right. The shop is very friendly and has a great vibe. Ali did an amazing job with my tattoo and made me feel comfortable and welcomed. Would highly recommend Avalon Tattoo II"
28. Monica
at Prospect Ink
HIGH
11 mentions
"Monica is awesome! Will be visiting soon again."
30. Sarah
at Prospect Ink
LOW
1 mention
"Sarah is amazing!! Crushes it every time. Great person too"
31. Laura
at Prospect Ink
LOW
1 mention
"Laura is amazing! She captures what I wanted and designed a flower and pattern just for me 🥰 We’re doing a cover-up over a tummy tuck scar"
32. Fabian
at SD Tattoo and Piercing
MED
2 mentions
"om outta state and this shop hooked it up same day service! Fabian did an excellent job and was very hospitable! Super clean. Super sterile. Awesome shop!"
33. Dee ✓ verified
at SD Tattoo and Piercing
HIGH
2 mentions
"Dee did an awesome job bringing my dads artwork from 1958 to life! I love it!
Thank you so much!
And the shop environment and staff were ver"
34. Alex
at SD Tattoo and Piercing
MED
2 mentions
"I got my tattoo done by Alex F and half of it was started at another shop and the other half was done at SD tattoo. I asked for watercolor and showed refere"
35. Carlos
at SD Tattoo and Piercing
LOW
1 mention
"HAD BEEN LITERALLY LESS THAN 24 HOURS since their tattooer Carlos tattooed me. He passed me on to his manager finally who after I texted this photo to him, apologized and offered t"
36. Mike ✓ verified
at SD Tattoo and Piercing
HIGH
1 mention
"Mike did an incredible job with the line work on my first tattoo.
Super comfortable experience with an amazing artist.
He captured my vision"
37. Kori
at Buju Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Come here for your tattoos, you won’t regret it!!! Couldn’t recommend Kori more!"
38. Buju ✓ verified
at Buju Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
@buju_tattoo
"op I have ever been to! Kaia Love did two of my tattoos and Buju did my first three years ago! I recommend them to everyone! They possess such artistry, kindness and humanity! They"