Recently some of our extended tattoo ohana visited our tattoo shop in Waikiki for a visit, some ink, and fellowship all the way from the 9th Island of Hawaii, Las Vegas!
As always, our doors are open to people from all over and we strive to make this the happiest place around!
Come one, come all, come any day of the week, from 10a – 10p to one of Hawaii’s Best Tattoo shops 434 Tattooto start working on that New Year’s Resolution of a new body, new tattoo, new you!
Our ohana is led by Horiyume Tattoo Adam, and his 23 years of service in the industry. We frequently feature international guest artists and have apprenticed a number of aspiring artists over the years.
The philosophy here is for our Waikiki tattoo shop to be the happiest place on Earth, where you the customer get the best service and an amazing tattoo! We specialize in Asian tattoo styles, traditional Hawaiian & Polynesian tattoos, and love to give custom tattoos, or truly unique, one of a kind pieces!
So swing on by! We are conveniently located near Waikiki and Ala Moana, accessible by all parts of the island, and ready to take on you next ink project!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get worked on by Korean Tattoo Artist Macho! It’s been a blast to have him with the crew and his work is on point.
Macho has some dope tattoo designs available for someone looking to pick something premade and ready to go at our Waikiki Tattoo Parlor 434 Tattoo.
You can preview the styles below but there’s nothing like seeing it in person!
We are open 7 days a week, from 10a to 10p, rain or shine. Come on down and let’s get to work on your next great tattoo! And stay tuned for more news on the return of Takashi to our Waikiki tattoo studio!
Takashi specializes in tebori, the traditional Japanese style of tattooing, and was with us earlier this year and for the Tattoo expo.
The Pacific Ink & Art Expo is less than a month away! We’re thrilled to have one of a handful of international artists highlighting the show with us starting from July 30! Be sure to sign up today and get your work done by Takashi Matsubabefore he’s whisked away in the convention madness!
The expo, or Hawaii Tattoo Convention, is one of the largest gatherings of its kind in the world! Though just a few years old, it has quickly evolved into a popular event and showcases talented tattooists from Hawaii, the US Mainland, and other countries, such as Takashi.
This year’s headliner’s include Freddy Negrete, Lyle Tuttle, Richie Lucero, & more! To see a full list of who’s scheduled to appear, visit this link! AND don’t miss this fabulous opportunity to see some of the world’s finest artists and get ahead of the game by booking your appointment with Takashi, from July 30 on, by contacting us now!
Our Waikiki tattoo shop is open 7 days a week from 10a – 10p and we’re happy to ink you! Consultations and touch ups are free so contact us today!
Joe stopped by our Waikiki tattoo shop, 434 Tattoo, to get a Polynesian tattoo while visiting Hawaii. Joe was taking some time off from work to enjoy the sun, sand, & sea here in the beautiful 808 State!
Joe’s work?
Joe works in politics in New Hampshire! As a member of the House of Representatives, Joe listened to the input of his community and was a part of making recent history. That history?
The New Hampshire House of Representatives was the first legislative body in America to vote for the decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana.
Recently in Hawaii, laws towards marijuana have been evolving as well. With more progressive thought and movements making waves across America, it’s only a matter of time before this plant, which is medicine for a great number of people, to be legalized here as well. This is an issue that is sure to be continued but with marriage equality finally making its way to legality in America, perhaps this will be next.
Stay tuned!
In the meantime, should you be looking for your next Hawaiian tattoo, look no further!
Mike Tyson after his custom tiger tattoo from Tattoo Adam. He would later go on to bite Evander Holyfield, who he was in training to fight…
Over the course of the past five years, our Honolulu tattoo studio has been recognized as one of the best tattoo shops in Hawaii. 434 Tattoo.
Led by Tattoo Adam(pictured above), the man also known as Horiyume, has a history of providing amazing service, creating wonderful artwork, and legions of customers who have since become a part of the ohana here at our Waikiki tattoo studio.
Recognized as Honolulu’s Best Custom Tattoo Studio by the consumer business review, 434 Tattoo has seen some of the biggest names in sports (Mike Tyson) and entertainment (T-Pain) get custom tattoo work from current and past Hawaii tattoo artists. We strive to treat every single person like they are famous because fame doesn’t mean a thing, we’re all people!
Our shop is open 7 days a week, rain or shine, in sunny Waikiki, which this month is crazy hot. Don’t worry we’ve got the AC and service to keep you cool! Come on down for a free consultation today!
Recently, the BBC published an article talking about anti-tattoo discrimination laws in the UK because a growing number of people there, who are qualified for work, are finding themselves without work or call-backs because of visible tattoos. The percentage of people who are tattooed in the work-force is even higher in the US.
What this all means is that people, who can do great work, are being blacklisted because of their personal preference and choice to express themselves with tattoos.
As one of Hawaii’s best tattoo shops, we obviously support getting custom tattoos here at 434 Tattoo, our tattoo studio in Waikiki.
We are open 7 days a week, from 10a to 10p plying the trade we love and have served a great many of HPD’s finest, as well as military and law enforcement personnel from around the world.
Our Hawaii tattoo shop is going to continue to give great service to anyone and hopefully, some day, the choice to wear visible artwork on one’s skin will be accepted by organization’s around the world.
When considering that tattoos have had cultural significance since before businesses were businesses, it certainly is confusing why people are so opposed and afraid of tattooed individuals.
If one of the largest revenue generating forces in the world, the NFL, is okay with it, then maybe there’s hope and tattoos will have a shot at wide-stream acceptance.
For the first time ever entertainment giant, EA Sports, will feature real tattoos on football players in its massively popular video game, Madden NFL Football.
49ers QB Colin Kaepnernick has some of the more well-known tattoos in the league as one of the first visibly tattooed quarterbacks.
Catch a look at the digital comparison of Kaepernick’s ink here:
It’s good to see that large organizations and the consciousness of popular culture embrace tattoos more and more. If only we could say that about every business, venture, and organization.
In addition to creating the original and quality tattoo pieces at our award-winning, tattoo studio in Waikiki, we have access to Japanese Calligraphy Artist Shoran, who will be in town until the 26th of this month!
Check this gallery out for some samples of this truly original art:
Come on down for a jolly good time all around as our Hawaii Custom Tattoo Artists are talented in everything including freehand tattoos, handpoke tattoos, traditional Japanese tattoos, and more! Led by Tattoo Adam, who has been tattooing for over 20 years, our team is willing and able to get you the best tattoo service around!
Long a goal of Tattoo Adam, and inspired further by his recent trip to Thailand and experiences there, Tebori and hand-poking tattoos are on the horizon for the Hawaii Custom Tattoo Shops Owner.
“Last year was a tough year and my vision for the space (pictured above) was clouded, but now I’m ready to go into it.” Adam shares candidly, having faced some trials and tribulations in 2013. Despite the adversity, Adam is as determined as ever to keep evolving and getting better as a custom tattoo artist.
“When I was young, I was drawn to Asian tattoos.” he continues and has often shared. Having frequented Japan and Thailand, Adam has had the opportunity to get tattooed by and learn from such legends in traditional methods as Horiyoshi III, the Japanese tattoo master, and a number of Thai Tattoo Monks, who you can read most recently about in theThai Tattoo Experience series.
“Tebori is something I’ve always wanted to do.” Adam says about the Japanese style of tattooing by hand. For a cool explanation of Tebori, check out this blurb from InkArm.com:
“Tebori is the traditional Japanese style of hand tattooing. It is believed to have risen to prominence in Japan during the 18th or 19th century; as professional tattooists first appeared in the capital city of Edo. Traditionally, the process is done entirely by hand; Even the crafting of the tool took on a special significance. Steel needles were arranged in rows, and tied to a long handle of bamboo which would rest across the thumb of the tattooist’s left hand; with the end of the handle grasped in his right.”- See more here.
From InkArmy.com
Freehand tattoos and hand-poked tattoos are not a new thing in the tattoo world nor are they new at our tattoo studio in Waikiki. Our team of talented Hawaii Tattoo artists are a part of an award-winning studio, voted the Honolulu’s Best Custom Tattooing Studio for multiple years and counting! Check out this blog about Karl Juthans and his hand-poked work.
Feel free to contact us any time to learn more about the different tattoo styles and what we can do for you. We are open 7 days a week, rain or shine, from 10a to 10p and are happy to set you up with a free consultation!
If you’re interested in getting Tebori work done, ask for Tattoo Adam and he will consult with you to see what you’re needs and interests are.
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