Japanese Tattoo Lancaster, PA
目覚める · Awaken
Japanese Traditional Tattooing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Outlawed once. Kept alive by masters. Still practiced the same way today, and now it is yours to carry.
From a single piece to sleeves, back pieces, and full bodysuits. Rooted in hundreds of years of Japanese symbolism, worked in machine and tebori, the traditional hand poke method.
Questions?
717-723-9299
Your tattoo, designed around your body from the first sketch
Sleeves
Sleeves
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Tebori
Backpieces
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Irezumi
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Bodysuits
wabori
Tebori
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HOW IT STARTS
Book a free consultation
Less than a minute to book. Free, thirty minutes to an hour, in person or over Zoom. Bring whatever you have, even if it is just a feeling..
We build the plan
I listen first. Then we go over fit, form, and flow, the three things that separate a good Japanese tattoo from a bad one. You get the plan in writing with honest prices, so you know exactly what to expect on cost and time before anything is permanent.
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You get tattooed.
First session lands a few weeks later. We keep going until it is finished, exactly like we planned it.
Most people sit on this for years. This part takes a minute.
伝統 · Tradition
About cade
I was selective about who did my bodysuit. I get why you are too.
I was selling anime drawings in elementary school to buy Pokemon cards. Japanese never let go of me since. I learned to tattoo in Bogota, Colombia twelve years ago, and it was Japanese from day one.
I am over two hundred and forty hours into my own bodysuit, still going. So when I tell you what a piece like this takes, I am not guessing. I have sat in that chair.
手彫り · Tebori
Hand-poked not rushed
Each piece is drawn to the body and worked over multiple sittings, built to breathe for a lifetime. Tebori, the traditional hand-poke technique, is offered for clients who want to honor the lineage of the work.
評 · Reviews
CLIENT REVIEWS
Recently had the opportunity to be tattooed by Cade and couldn't be happier! He was super thorough in how he approached the design for my tattoo and very welcoming. His work with japanese styling tattooing is top notch! His shop is very clean, peaceful, and inviting and you can tell that he cares about his art and his clients! I would recommend his work to anyone! Also ask him about Dragon Drool for tattoo after care, couldn't recommend it enough. Can't wait to return and get my project finished!
– Terry Daniel
Cade is very talented when it comes to tattooing. His work environment is very unique & clean. My experience at Awaken went above & beyond my expectations. I am so in love with my tattoo. I'm so excited for all of our future sessions! 11/10 recommend.
– Khyra Little
Cade is professional, friendly, and detail oriented. He does great traditional Japanese artwork, but is able to so much more. He does awesome work and charges a fair price. He is doing my full sleeve tattoo and his creative ideas have made the process awesome to be a part of it as each sessions progresses. Check out his instagram for his portfolio and you won't be disappointed.
– Justin Lindsay
If I could give more stars I would, Cade is an exceptional human. Kind, talented and overall a great person. Not only that but an incredible artist as well. Takes his time, very detailed oriented. An incredible person. I cannot say enough awesome things about him. Absolutely amazing
– Alyssa Frainier
I absolutely love the work that Cade has provided this far for me. I am getting a very large piece done that is taking multiple sessions. I am absolutely in love with my piece and it isn't even done yet!!
– Felicia Mathis
Cade was absolutely amazing! So kind and patient throughout the whole process. He really took care and time with sketching it out before starting the tattoo. When I wasn't sure about something he sketched it all again to make sure it all sat well together and looked perfect. Truly the best tattoo experience I've had. His studio is quiet, calming, and just a really good vibe. Would absolutely recommend him to anyone who wants to be able to sit down with their tattoo artist and voice any concerns or thoughts. Thank you Cade, so so excited about how it came out!
– Mai Shein
The vibe from Cade and his shop are the most immaculate, tranquil, and perfect tattoo shop vibes. His work is absolutely phenomenal, he cares about his clients, he puts in absolutely fantastic work and I could not be happier with the tattoo! He also sells an amazing tattoo aftercare product called Dragon's Drool, I highly recommend getting some! My tattoo was done across 3 sessions and each time Cade made sure I was well informed on the healing process, answered any questions or concerns I brought up, and is a really great guy! Highly recommend
– Matthew Shepard
I have been working with cade on a pretty large piece and he's amazing! His work is beautiful and I'm glad I decided to go with him for my tattoo, definitely found my go to artist, and the shop is great!
–Priscilla Martinez
Absolutely Amazing! Love my new ink, not only is it beautiful but it was an experience. I highly recommend Awaken tattoo. Awaken not only gives you a zen feeling but a tranquil feeling too as soon as you step in the door. Thank you Cade!
–Melodyanne Sanders
Had such an amazing experience at Awaken Tattoo! Cade was beyond welcoming and took the time to walk me through the different details we could put into my tattoo and explain why some details wouldn't work. At most tattoo shops you feel like a 'client' but here I felt as if I was a friend which made me so much more comfortable! I would 10/10 recommend Cade at Awaken Tattoo if you're looking for a new artist!
– Bailey Shepard
I have gotten multiple tattoos from Cade and I can confidently say they he is one of the best artist in town! Not only is he very professional, but is passionate about his work and willingness to try new ideas and designs! I recommend him to everyone!
– Sydney Schmitz
Cade is professional, friendly, and detail oriented. He does great traditional Japanese artwork, but is able to so much more. He does awesome work and charges a fair price. He is doing my full sleeve tattoo and his creative ideas have made the process awesome to be a part of it as each sessions progresses. Check out his instagram for his portfolio and you won't be disappointed.
– Justin Lindsay
this work is for the select few
Not everyone who wants a Japanese tattoo is ready to approach it this way. It takes patience, and trusting that the plan we build together will become something worth carrying for life.
If you have been sitting with this for a while, and looking for the right artist, I have been looking for you too.