#1
Avalanche INK TATTOO STUDIO
Japan, 〒604-8017 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Zaimokuchō, １８２−１ Megumi-An木屋町不動ビル 203
(232 reviews)
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Top 10 Tattoo Studios in Kyoto (2026)
Ranked by Google rating and number of reviews. All studios verified by TatScout.
This is TatScout's editorial pick of the 10 highest-rated tattoo studios in Kyoto, ranked by verified Google ratings and review volume. It's the short list, hand-curated for first-timers and visitors. For the full directory of every studio in Kyoto, check the city guide.
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SCROW ART
793-2 Tsukinukechō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8272, Japan
(32 reviews)
#3
KYOTO TATTOO SHOP - Mea Tattoo Studio
Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
(27 reviews)
#4
MITOMODO KYOTO 三巴堂
3-chōme-323-1 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
(22 reviews)
#6
TATTOO ITOYO
Japan, 〒602-8243 Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Naramonochō, ４７７ 堀川モリキビル 303
(14 reviews)
#7
DOMESTIC TATTOO
Japan, 〒604-8113 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Izutsuyachō, プラネシア六角柳馬場ビル 4 階
(8 reviews)
#8
Kyoto Horitatsu
Japan, 〒606-8102 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Takanoshimizuchō, １３２−１１ 2階
(4 reviews)
#9
High Color Tattoo
19-chōme-412-1 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan
(1 reviews)
#10
SLOTH Tattoo
10-46 Koyamakitamizochō, Yamashina Ward, Kyoto, 607-8113, Japan
(1 reviews)
FAQ, Getting a tattoo in Kyoto
How much does a tattoo cost in Kyoto?
Prices vary by studio and artist. Expect €80-€200 for a small tattoo, and €150-€300+ per hour for larger custom work. Top-rated studios in Kyoto typically charge premium rates for their quality and experience.
Do tattoo studios in Kyoto accept walk-ins?
Some studios accept walk-ins, but the best artists in Kyoto are usually booked weeks in advance. Use TatScout's walk-in filter to find studios that take same-day appointments.
What tattoo styles are popular in Kyoto?
Kyoto has a diverse tattoo scene with artists specialising in fine line, blackwork, Japanese, realism, and geometric styles. Browse each studio's portfolio on TatScout to find the right match.
How do I choose the right tattoo studio in Kyoto?
Look for studios with a high rating (4.5+), consistent portfolio work in your desired style, clean facilities, and good reviews. TatScout ranks studios by a combination of rating, review volume, and completeness so you can compare easily.
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