makotattoo

Makoto Tattoo is a tattoo studio located in Sapporo, Japan, specializing in traditional Japanese tattooing, or wabori, alongside irezumi work and smaller one-point designs. The studio's gallery highlights both custom hand-drawn sketches and compact one-point pieces, reflecting a range from bold, large-scale traditional imagery to simpler, minimal tattoos for clients seeking something smaller.

The studio operates by appointment only, asking clients to contact them in advance before visiting, and is open daily from 11am to 10pm. Since April 2022, an experienced female artist has joined the team, noted as a highly recommended addition known for the quality of her work. Entry is restricted to those twenty years of age or older, and the studio maintains a strict no-entry policy for members of organized crime or anti-social groups. Reflecting a serious approach to the craft, the studio encourages clients to commit fully and thoughtfully before getting tattooed, cautioning against impulsive, low-cost decisions that often lead to later cover-up or removal work.