Living in Japan

Living in Japan

Can You Curl Japanese Straightened Hair? What Actually Happens

One of the most common questions I get after a straightening appointment: "Can I still curl my hair?" The honest answer ...
Living in Japan

Is Japanese Hair Straightening Safe? A Hairstylist’s Honest Assessment

The honest answer is: yes, when done correctly on appropriate hair. And no, when done incorrectly or on hair that isn't ...
Living in Japan

How Often Should You Straighten Your Hair? A Realistic Guide

The answer depends almost entirely on your hair type, the strength of your natural curl or wave, and how your hair grows...
Straightening

Japanese Hair Straightening Aftercare: The Complete Guide to Long-Lasting Results

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Living in Japan

Hair Straightening Before and After: Real Results from a Tokyo Salon

What does Japanese hair straightening actually look like before and after? Tokyo hairstylist Kenji explains what realistic results look like on different hair types — and what you should expect from your appointment.
Client Stories

Is Curly Hair Common in Japan? What Foreigners Should Know

Curly hair is rare in Japan — which creates real challenges for foreigners. Tokyo hairstylist Kenji explains why Japanese salons struggle with curly hair and how to find one that actually understands yours.
Living in Japan

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Client Stories

Hair Salon Etiquette in Japan: What Every Foreigner Should Know Before They Book

Japanese hair salons operate differently from what most foreigners are used to. Here's what to expect, what's considered polite, what surprises people, and how to get the most out of your appointment.
Client Stories

What to Say at a Japanese Hair Salon: The Exact Phrases That Actually Work

Not sure how to communicate what you want at a Japanese hair salon? Tokyo hairstylist Kenji gives you the exact phrases — in English, Japanese, and how to show them — that get you the result you actually asked for.
Living in Japan

How to Book a Hair Salon in Japan as a Foreigner: Complete Guide

Booking a hair salon in Japan without speaking Japanese is harder than it should be. This guide covers how to find the right salon, how to actually book it, and what to say in the consultation.
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