Summer, Summer, Summertime!

The Summer will officially be upon us soon but it already feels like it here in Hawaii! Who are we kidding, it feels like Summer most days & nights here!

The Summer Season is the busiest of the year for our Hawaii tattoo studio!  Here are a few tips to get you the best experience possible and maximize the time we have together:

1. Schedule an appointment with a member of our team at 434 Tattoo, one of Hawaii’s best tattoo shops! Being amongst the top in the game takes hard work and dedication and as a result, our books fill up during the busy times.  While walk-ins are always welcome, we want to be sure to give you our focus and attention so if you could, would you please contact us (info below) to schedule an appointment in advance?  Thanks!
2. Schedule your appointment for the last day/night or morning of your trip. Many people coming through will be here on vacation and we want this to be a beautiful tattoo.  As a result, you’ll want to wait until you’ve had your fill of the ocean and sun in order for the tattoo to heal its best.
3. Wear sunscreen. This is just good practice all around and it will protect any pre-existing work that you. The sun will fade your tattoos unless you take the time to shade and care for them!
4. Have an idea! While pulling something spontaneously can be fun, you’ll be happier and more satisfied if you have an idea to begin with. Our team can work with you and advise you on how to make it look the best so a starting point will help to streamline that process!

These are just a few tips to consider. As always, we want you to have an amazing experience so feel free to ask any questions along the way.

Aloha!

434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adamsiehr@gmail.com
1-808-391-8287

Asian Tattoo Specialists in Hawaii

A great influences over Tattoo Adam (Horiyume) and his work is Asian Tattoos. Having received tattoos and insight from the legendary Japanese tattoo master Horiyoshi III. The result of his passion and interest in this distinct style of the art form has led to refining his own original custom tattooing vision.

“The best part of tattooing is when the client walks away stoked with something original and truly custom, that is unique to that person.” Adam shares.

Part of the unique experience in getting an original Asian tattoo, is the story and meaning behind it.  The placement, the direction, the piece itself contribute to the story being told with tattoo, and it is important because the tattooist can be director that brings that vision to life.

“Often I’ll see it when I look at the blank canvas of the skin.” He continues.

To see some of those stories and more of Horiyume’s work, check him out on Instagram (@horiyume_tattooadam).  To schedule an appointment, check out our contact info below. We are open 7 days a week, from 10a to 10p and are here to help that vision come to life at 434 Tattoo, our Waikiki tattoo studio!

Aloha!

434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adamsiehr@gmail.com
1-808-391-8287

Christmas Ideas – Give the Gift of Tattoo

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Christmas is less than 2 weeks away and rather than fight massive mall crowds at Ala Moana Shopping Center, why not consider taking a stroll a short bit away to our Waikiki tattoo studio.  You can get a tattoo gift certificate for a loved one or even gift yourself with a brand new tattoo!

The talented team here at one of Hawaii’s best tattoo studios has a diverse skillset and years of experience.  Led by Tattoo Adam (Horiyume), we pride ourselves in taking care of our clients with great serviced & artwork!

What fun is getting a cool piece of ink if the experience of it sucks, right?

Hailing from Milwaukee, Adam cut his bones in an old school apprenticeship and has accumulated 23 years in the tattoo industry, with years before that practicing a variety of art styles.

We are also often host to a number of talented international tattoo artists and on site we have Korean Tattooist Macho & Japanese Tebori tattoo artist Takashi with us.  A once in a lifetime tattoo can be acquired at this time should you take advantage and book a session with a guest artist when they are in town.  Who knows where you might find them next!

We are open 7 days a week, from 10a – 10p.  Come on down and get your ink on with the homies here at 434 Tattoo!

434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto: adamsiehr@gmail.com
1-808-391-8287

 

Top 5 Places For Aussies to Visit On Oahu

Sunset at Magic Island, Honolulu HI (Picture by: Jason M.A. Walter)

G’day Mate!

Your friends here at one of your favorite Hawaii tattoo studios, 434 Tattoo, have a fun list to experience Hawaii’s beauty and history for our friends down under to consider while making memories on the island of Oahu.  Enjoy!

1. The North Shore  

Australian beaches are no joke but Hawaii is the birthplace of surfing and well, the North Shore of Oahu is equal parts amazing and magical!

This place is breathtaking and be sure to stop in Haleiwa and grab the Hawaiian treat, Shave Ice, to cool off after soaking in the sun (remember, wear sunscreen)!

2. Magic Island

Having gone to the North Shore, you have to spend some time on our South Shore!

Conveniently located near the busy thoroughfares of Ala Moana Shopping Center, Waikiki, and the up & coming Urban Arts District of Kaka’ako, Magic Island is a great place to get in the water, go for a run, have a picnic, enjoy a Sunset (pictured), and more!

Fun Fact: This is a man-made beach.  This part of the island used to be swamp lands back in the day!

3. Iolani Palace

Visit the only Palace in all of America!

Hawaii was once its own Kingdom before an overthrow led by rich, business owners and the annexation by the US took place, which still rankles some locals to this day.

It’s free to walk the Palace grounds and a guided tour is also available to walk through the multi-story dwelling, where you can learn cool tidbits, including the fact that Hawaii had electricity before the White House!

4. The Pali Lookout

Experience Windward Oahu in one amazing view.  You can also feel the spirits that rage on in the winds of this supernatural place that is also home to one of the greatest military massacres in Hawaiian history.  Kamehameha I was successful in uniting the islands and forming the Hawaiian Kingdom but not without casualties as his army drove the opposition off the sharp cliff face!

5. 434 Tattoo

We’re sure we are number one on your list!  After all, we have received the award for Honolulu’s Best Custom Tattooing Studio over the last half-decade!  But we list this last here because we want you to get in the water, enjoy the sun, and save your tattoo for the last day or night you’re here.  We want you to have fun and we also have your tattoo to last!  Remember the sun and water can do alot of damage to a new custom tattoo.

What are you waiting for?  Book your flights from Australia to Hawaii today and come and experience what Oahu has to offer!  We’ll see you when you’re here and ready to commemorate the trip with a Souvenir Tattoo or whatever your Heart desires!

Aloha!

434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto: adamsiehr@gmail.com
1-808-391-8287

Hawaiiʻs Best Tattoo Shop News

Karl “Doubledown” Juthans left the building where our Waikiki Tattoo Parlor is located, shoot Dude left the island!  You can read about that here and once again we wish you the best on your future endeavors Karl!

Tattoo Adam, owner and President of 434 Tattoo, our Waikiki tattoo studio,  goes back to Japan in February to continue getting worked on by the legendary Japanese Tattoo Artist Horiyoshi III!  Adam’s goal is to get suited this year.  He has been in the game for over 22 years and counting so it’s time to continue.  You can read more about Adam’s last tattoo sessions with Horiyoshi here.

Did you know that Adam once worked on Mike Tyson?  The former Boxing heavyweight Champ Tyson wanted a White Tiger Tattoo and actually got it done before the first Tyson-Holyfield fight.  Yeah, the fight where he bit the guy…

And finally, did you know that Tiki Tattoo will be closing at the end of February?  Hawaii Tattoo Artist Kazan will be joining our Hawaii Custom tattoos team from there.  Best of luck to the Tiki Ohana and for those of you looking for a tattoo in Waikiki, come on through!  Stop by to meet Kazan in the shop and be sure to check us out online for features of his work.

Thanks for tuning into some news from our Hawaii Tattoo Shop!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto: adamsiehr@gmail.com
1-808-391-8287