Frequently Asked Questions

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Hachiko tattoo is the private studio of me, Mark Harada.  I have been tattooing since 1996, predominantly in the NYC metro area.  After working in Manhattan from 2006-2023, including a stint owning world famous NYHC Tattoos I decided it was time to slow down and simplify.  I chose Hoboken because of its close proximity to to NYC and to where I live with my family.

No, I don't do piercings. Just tattoos.  I apologize for Google's lack of diversity in it's categories which lumps together tatttooing and piercing and cannot be separated.

First email me.  I try to promptly respond to all inquiries but I’m a one man show so please be patient.  Include any and all details in the email describing your tattoo.  A visual description, reference photos as well as approximate size (in inches) and placement on the body.

Big or small, I do them all but I prefer you come in for an in-person consultation for any large (multi session) projects.  During the consult we can discuss the concept for your tattoo.  We can discuss pricing and scheduling appointments at that point and I will collect the deposit if necessary.

If you feel more comfortable I am available for a no obligation consultation for any size or type of piece.

Yes, in addition to reserving the time for the appointment, I often work for hours on designs  before the needle touches your skin, a deposit is good faith money which shows that we’re both committed to this tattoo project. For this reason I require a deposit for all appointments payable by cash or Zelle. (info@hachikotattoo.com). 

-$100 for small tattoos. 

-$200 for large and multi session pieces.

The Zelle account will show up as “Purple Eagle Tattoo Company”.  That’s me.

The deposit is subtracted from the ultimate cost of the tattoo, usually the last session and is nonrefundable.  It is forfeit if you no-show, cancel without 24 hrs notice, are more than 1/2 hr late, if you change the subject of the tattoo that I’ve designed or request more than 2 revisions.  Of course stuff happens so I try to be understanding and flexible. As always, communication is key.

Yes, my minimum charge for a tattoo is $150.  This means the cost of a tattoo of any size, style or placement will start at that price.

For large pieces or multiple session work my rate is $250/hour.

I generally don’t give out quotes.

For one session pieces I can give an estimate based on several factors including tattoo time, placement and amount of preparation required.  The accuracy of this estimate is based on the level of the details I’m given.

I offer a discounted day rate for large scale multi-session pieces.  
1/2 day- approximately 3 hours = $700

Full day- approx. 6 hours. = $1400

Note:  For a 1st appointment (outline) of a large multi-session where I need to spend a significant amount of time drawing on skin, I only offer a half day.  Generally I don’t charge for drawing time on paper or skin, but appreciate that it does take time.

On occasion I will offer a set of flash designs at discounted rates.  This only applies to the designs in the offer, no changes in size or design allowed.

Hachiko was a Akita dog in the 1920s and 30s Tokyo.  In a now famous story, Hachiko accompanied his master to the train station everyday on his way to work and met him afterwards when he came back.  Sadly, while at work his owner died unexpectedly and for the next 10+ years Hachiko appeared at the train station every day, displaying an unearthly level of loyalty to his beloved master.  To this day there is a statue of Hachiko located at the now ”busiest intersection in the world”, Shibuya station.  Growing up I always admired this quality of loyalty. By naming my studio "Hachiko" I honor the story and declare that loyalty is a virtue that I strive for in my life.