Booking a hair salon in Japan as a foreigner — especially for chemical treatments — requires knowing the right approach. Here is a practical guide from a Tokyo stylist with 23 years experience working with international clients.
Step 1: Find a Genuinely English-Speaking Salon
“English OK” often means front-desk English only. For technical consultations about straightening or colour, you need a stylist who can discuss your chemical history and explain what is achievable in English — not just take a booking.
Step 2: Send a Photo Before Booking
The most important step for chemical treatments. Send photos of your hair — front, side, natural dry state — with your full chemical history (bleach, colour, previous straightening). A good stylist responds with specific observations and a realistic price before you commit.
Step 3: How to Book
For English-speaking salons targeting international clients, Instagram DM, WhatsApp, or LINE are usually the easiest booking methods. Confirm your appointment 24 hours before — standard professional courtesy in Japan. Plan 3–5 hours for straightening treatments.
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