Q&A at the hair salon

Q. I don’t know what service is best for my hair.

A. Let’s decide together at the hair salon after considering the customer’s lifestyle and hair quality.

When booking online, please select [Decide on hair service with TAKA]. Or please contact TAKA directly to make your appointment.

There is no additional charge for consultation.

Q. I don’t know the price of the service I want to request.

A. There is an exact price on the service list. → Menu & Price

Please be assured that there is no additional charge depending on the condition, length, amount of hair, and hair design.

Q. Is there a cancellation fee if I want to change or cancel my appointment date?

A. To ensure that all customers are satisfied, TAKA provides one-on-one treatments and ensure that each client has an appropriate amount of time.

There are no cancellation fees for changing the date and time of your reservation or canceling it.

However, if he determines that customer has acted in a way that violates common sense, such as No-show, he will charges 100% of the price of the reserved hair service.

Q. What should I do if I am going to be late for my appointment?

A. Please be careful of traffic accidents and come slowly.

Hair service is possible even if you are late for your appointment, but depending on the TAKA’s schedule, your appointment may be rescheduled to another day.

Please come with plenty of time.

Q. Do you accept any payment methods other than cash?

A. We accept VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, UnionPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay, PayPay, QUICPay, Rakuten Pay, dBarai, au PAY, LINE Pay, Suica etc.

In addition,other payment methods are also available.

Q. What kind of shampoos, treatments, chemicals, and beauty tools do you use?

A. Taka uses only the highest quality products carefully selected from among hundreds of varieties.

Shampoo/Treatment → Herb Magic

Color agent → Promaster

Perm/straightening agents → QUOLINE, Radical acid

Digital perm equipment → OOHIRO ODIS Pro

Q. Can I get my hair colored, permed or straightened without damaging my hair or scalp at all?

A. Unfortunately you can not.

However, all customers who have their hair colored, permed or straightened will have a Detox treatment included to reduce damage to the scalp and hair and remove the chemical odor.

→ What is a Detox treatment?

Also, for those who want to improve the health of their scalp and hair, TAKA recommends to have Herb Magic head spa / conditioning treatment at the hair salon.

→ What is Herb Magic?

After your treatment at the salon, you can maintain the health of your scalp and hair for longer by using Herb Magic products at home.

Q. Can I get coloring, perm, or straighten my hair in any condition?

A. There are some cases where it may not be possible depending on hair quality, hair condition and treatment history.

In particular, it is difficult to perm on the bleached or straightened hair, or to straighten on the bleached hair.

Q. Do I need a skin test before coloring, perming or straightening my hair?

A. TAKA recommends that all customers who have their hair colored take a free allergy test at the hair salon at least three days before their appointment.

This is because the ingredient “Paraphenylenediamine” contained in regular hair dyes can cause allergic reactions.

If you are worried about skin allergies caused by hair dye, TAKA suggests the following treatments.

・Highlights and balayage that do not apply chemicals to the scalp

・Hair manicure that does not contain paraphenylenediamine

At Hairdresser TAKA, he offers treatments that minimize the burden on the scalp for customers who have their hair colored, permed, or straightened.

If you have any other concerns, please feel free to let him know.

Q. Can my family and friends get hair services at the same time as me? Also, is it possible for children?

A. Yes they can.

He welcomes your visit very much.

However it is a hair service one by one, it may take time to finish everyone.

The hair salon is located on the 4th floor of Amu Plaza (shopping mall), so please enjoy shopping and dining etc. while you wait.

Feel free to enter and exit the hair salon anytime.

Q. Are there any clothes that I should avoid when visiting the hair salon?

A. Taka would like customers to wear clothes without collars and with a clean neckline as much as possible so that your clothes will not get dirty.

Especially for those who get coloring, please refrain from wearing white clothes.

However, please rest assured that you will be wearing a gown to protect your clothes during all services.

Q. I have had a bad experience at a hair salon before. So I am worried about asking a hairdresser for the first time, is it ok?

A. Taka understands that a first time visit to a hair salon can be very nervous.

Before you make a appointments, please let Taka all knows about any concerns even small things you may have.

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・International hairdresser Taka in Kagoshima, Japan

・Career 2010-Tokyo / 2018-London / 2023-Kagoshima

・English & Japanese speaker

・Specializing in haircut, perm, straightening and coloring

     Excellent  
     Based on 114 reviews 
    
 
 
   
 
 
        
   J Osathanugrah 
 10/05/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka is absolutely incredible. He is attentive and detailed and remembers everything about you, be they anything to do with your hair, what you talked about on your chitchats or your preferences. He restored my damaged hair and scalp from over colouring (from elsewhere) to healthy, luscious locks - all the while still colouring my hair and achieving the exact shade of brown that I love.

His hair wash and scalp massage is amazing. There’s no word for it.

I’m absolutely gutted he has left London. Not sure how I’m going to find another hair stylist who is perfect in every way! He is already sorely missed.
  
 
       
   Eun Yee Hew 
 05/05/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. He's a really good and talented hairdresser, and will definitely be missed here in London. I got my hair done a few times with him, and was satisfied each time.
  
 
       
   Yifei Yang 
 28/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been to Taka for both perms and cuts over the past 1.5 years. Taka is exceptional and always delivers to a high standard with results exceeding expectations. He is meticulous, considerate and creative, and overall a very kind and friendly person.

Taka is one of the best hairstylists I have come across and would highly recommend him - would definitely visit him in Japan!
  
 
       
   Sam Loh 
 28/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka has been such an amazing hairdresser - always patient, kind and amazing technique. Don't know who I'm going to go to now that he's moving back to Japan!
  
 
       
   Farahnaz Kiani 
 26/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kind hair dresser and hair salon for perm and haircut
  
 
       
   Qian Feng 
 24/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka is lovely and thoughtful. With very good skills for coloring and cutting. He handled my extremely thick hair really well :)
  
 
       
   MiniBUA Knight 
 21/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka is very friendly and talented hairdresser. Also he can advise you very well about your hair. He did fantastic jobs to make me look great.
  
 
       
   Miriam Olar 
 19/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka has been my hairdresser for the last 5 years and I cannot recommend him enough. He has flawless taste and he’s attention to detail and passion for his craft are truly amazing. Hair, colour, style - you name it. He is a master of this art.

Thank you Taka-san for everything and hope to see you in Kagoshima someday :). たかさん、ありがとうございました
  
 
       
   Ranz 
 17/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hope to keep in touch with Taka so that wherever he is, he can cut my hair! I love my new hair every time I go there and even after months, it grows out really well. I’ll never find anyone as good as you - Thank you so much!
  
 
       
   lindy ackrim 
 16/04/2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taka is one of the most patient, talented and creative hairdresser that I’ve come across. He always makes sure that you are happy with the result and delivers more than what you expect. He is meticulous and takes pride in his work. I highly recommend Taka!