Black Rock Garden 
Kensuke Yokogawa
Black Rock Garden
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Profile
Kensuke Yokogawa
A tattoo artist specializing in original designs rooted in tribal art.
After graduating from Keio University, he moved to São Paulo, Brazil in 2009 to study under Jun Matsui, working out of Zero Sen Tattoo Studio. Upon returning to Japan, he built his career at studios in Tokyo before establishing his own studio, Black Rock Garden, in 2022.
Since 2023, he has served as a board member of the Japan Tattooist Association, leading the development of hygiene management guidelines.
Studio
Philosophy
Design
Designing around each person's individuality, shaped to fit their body — that is the core philosophy behind the work.
No trends referenced. No existing motifs borrowed.
Reading the lines, movement, and presence of your body — then composing from zero.
Tribal is the sole language chosen for that purpose.
Integrity
A permanent act demands permanent responsibility.
As a board member of the Japan Tattooist Association, Yokogawa led the development of hygiene management guidelines — now referenced by Japan's Ministry of Health.
Black Rock Garden treats that standard as the baseline for studio operations.
One Body. One Design.
No two bodies are the same. So no two tattoos can be, either.
If you're considering an original tribal or blackwork piece — get in touch.
Flow
- 1
Contact Us
Submit your desired design, size, and placement via our contact form. We'll respond within 2–3 days.
- 2
Consultation (Free)
Visit the studio for placement check, measurements, and design discussion. A detailed quote will be provided at this time.
- 3
Deposit & Design
A deposit is collected and the design is created. The deposit is applied toward the final cost.
- 4
Tattoo Session
Once the design is finalized, we schedule your session. Pricing varies based on design, detail, and placement.
Contact
For consultations and bookings, feel free to reach out via the form below, Instagram DM, or our studio website.
Access
Address
5-7-12 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
The Twist B1F 001
Hours
10:00 – 18:00 (By appointment only)
Station
- Odakyu Line – Yoyogi-Hachiman Sta. (30 sec walk)
- Chiyoda Line – Yoyogi-Koen Sta. Exit 1 (3 min walk)