TORA SUMI FAQ
HOW DO I BOOK in for a tattoo?
Jump on our Make an Enquiry Page, or give us a call on (02) 9818 5045. From there we can set you up with an appointment with your preferred artist or suggest an artist that would be a good fit for your tattoo. Many tattoos will require a free consultation with the artist first to discuss the design, size and placement of the tattoo before booking the actual tattoo appointment, so keep this in mind when planning a trip to Sydney for a tattoo.
It’s my First tattoo. What is the process?
The process starts with a tattoo consultation between you and the artist where you can discuss the tattoo and work through a few ideas until you are both happy with the concept going forward.
It’s a good idea to bring in any reference images or materials that you would like to incorporate into the tattoo and show them to the artist. Usually consultations takes around 15 - 30 minutes and are free of charge.
After the consultation it’s time to book the tattoo appointment for a later date. We take a deposit and the artist can start working on the drawings for your tattoo.
Once the day of the appointment comes - its time to get your tattoo! Make sure to drink lots of water and have a meal before coming in. It’s also a good idea to avoid alcohol the night before, and avoid any blood thinning medication.
We understand your first tattoo can be daunting but remember we are here to help you through it and are always happy to answer any questions you may have!
Is there parking?
While finding a parking spot on Darling St can be a bit challenging at times, you can generally find a spot on one of the side streets near the shop. You can always request our free parking map from our front desk staff.
Can I get to Tora Sumi by Bus/Train?
Yes, It’s quite straight forward to get to Tora Sumi by public transport. Simply get on the 442 or 441 bus from QVB Stand B on York Street (near Town Hall Train Station) and get off at Darling Street.
RESCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS
If you need to reschedule your appointment, please make sure to give us adequate (7 days minimum) notice.
In the event of a late-notice reschedule, or repeated reschedules (more than 3) the artist may forfeit your deposit and require a new deposit to be placed before making a new appointment.
For more information see our Refund and Deposit Policy.
why didn’t i get a booking with my preferred artist?
There can be a number of reasons of why our team may not have paired you with your preferred artist.
At times our artists have a large backlog of their current clients and will decline any new work so as not to overwhelm themselves. Other times other artists in our studio may be better suited to your idea depending on their specialties. In this case in we may recommend alternative artists to ensure our teams quality of work and your overall satisfaction.
Each of our artists reserve the right to refuse where they see fit, in this event you will a receive a polite decline from a member of our team in the enquiry stage prior to any booking or confirmations made.
Do you take walk-ins?
We do take walk-ins at Tora Sumi, however keep in mind that all our artist might be booked out. If you have a particular artist in mind, it is always best to call ahead on (02) 9818 5045 to make sure they can fit you in. Our walk-in rate starts at our shop minimum of $220.
Can I Pay By Cash/Card?
We accept EFTPOS and all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX) with a 1.65% surcharge automatically applied at the time of transaction. We also take cash if you prefer to pay that way.
DO I NEED A DEPOSIT IF TO Book AN APPOINTMENT?
To lock in an appointment we take a non-refundable deposit. Our deposit rates:
1-2 hour booking: $150 deposit required
2-4 hour booking: $250 - $300 deposit required
4-7 hour booking: $500 deposit required
Please be advised: Your deposit may be forfeited in the event of a no-show, cancellation or re-schedule without adequate (7 days) notice. In the case of deposit forfeiture because of no-show, cancellation or late-notice reschedule we will require a new deposit be placed. For more information see our Refund and Deposit Policy.
HOW MUCH Will My Tattoo COST?
Our shop minimum is $220.
Our artists minimum’s are between $220 - $250
The final price depends on the size, placement, detail of the tattoo as well as the artist’s expertise and experience. To get a more accurate estimate of the cost of your tattoo it is best to book in for a free consultation with the artist first.
Drawing Charges and design changes
In certain instances, the artist may require a drawing free when designing your tattoo. This is an additional and separate fee from your tattoo and deposit amount, and is non-deductible from your tattoo payment. The drawing fee will cover the artists time to create your project. The payment does not provide you rights to the drawing - all rights are reserved to the artist. However in the event of a major change of design, the shop can take up to the value of the deposit as a design change fee to cover the time spent by the artist to create the original design. In this event we may require a new deposit for the tattoo appointment.
For more information see our Refund and Deposit Policy.
do you sell Gift Cards?
We do! Gift cards can be purchased physically, in store or, over the phone, in which case we will provide you with a printable voucher via email. They also have no value limit.
Gift cards are valid for 2 years from the date of purchase.
Can I get a tattoo if i am under 18?
No. To get a tattoo at Tora Sumi you must be at least 18 years of age. We do not tattoo anyone under the age of 18, even with parental consent. We require a valid Photo ID at your tattoo appointment.