Native Flesh Tattoo

$$ • Tattoo

35 Shipman St, Hilo, HI 96720

About Native Flesh Tattoo

Native Flesh Tattoo is a highly regarded tattoo and piercing shop known for its excellent artistry and friendly atmosphere. Customers appreciate the good communication and the talented artists who clearly enjoy their work. The shop features a diverse range of artwork on the walls, providing a distraction during lengthy sessions. Many clients have had multiple pieces done, with one artist, in particular, praised for his ability to understand and bring to life their visions in unique and stunning ways. Artists like Brent and Brandon have gained loyal followings for their attention to detail and ability to complete work in a shorter time than other shops. The pricing is considered fair for the high-quality results. The piercing services are also top-notch, with a focus on cleanliness and thorough care. The staff is noted for their friendly demeanor and professionalism, making each visit a positive experience. Overall, Native Flesh Tattoo has built a reputation as the best shop on the island, where customers leave satisfied and excited to return.

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  • Mar 2024

    What I want in a tattoo shop:EXCELLENT artistry.Good communication.Enough to look at on the walls to distract me when we’re a few hours in.Artists that clearly enjoy their work and each other.I’ve gotten all of that and more at Native Flesh.I’m working on a second thigh piece. I’ve done both calves, my collar, my upper back, and (currently) 1.5 thighs. All pretty sizable pieces.So consequently - I’ve spent a good deal of time on the table here.Brent is the artist I will be working with FOREVER.His vision is what I’m looking for when I don’t even quite know what I’m looking for. He GETS it, and he’s been in the game a long time. He (like all the guys...read full review

  • Dec 2023

    Best tattoo shop I've been to. Everyone there is awesome and easy to talk story with which helps. Have a couple tattoos from Brandon now and they are super detailed and he was easily done in half the time my other pieces took. Great pricing too for the quality work he does.

  • Dec 2023

    I went with my partner to get their septum pierced and compared to the handful of shops I’ve been to on island, this is by far the best. Every other shop on island is either extremely overpriced, not very friendly, a little sketchy, or just not very good at piercing in general, but not Native Flesh. It was very clean, sterilizers were able to be seen (which was comforting to me since I have never seen any sterilizing machines at other shops), super fair prices and an amazing staff. The piercer clearly explained his process and communicated with us about any possible risks, along with proper aftercare instructions. Most places didn’t even bother to clean up my dried...read full review

Hours

Monday: 11AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 11AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 11AM - 5PM
Thursday: 11AM - 5PM
Friday: 11AM - 5PM
Saturday: 11AM - 5PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

price range: average walk-ins welcome accepts credit cards street parking bike parking

Location

35 Shipman St, Hilo

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