{"id":12510,"date":"2026-09-28T20:11:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T11:11:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/?p=12510"},"modified":"2026-09-28T20:11:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T11:11:15","slug":"artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Differences in Tokyo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"MedicalWebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/#webpage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/\",\"name\":\"Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Differences in Tokyo\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#website\"},\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#clinic-biotope\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"lastReviewed\":\"2026-09-25\"},{\"@type\":[\"Article\",\"MedicalWebPage\"],\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/#webpage\"},\"headline\":\"Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Differences in Tokyo\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#organization\"},\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/#webpage\"},\"description\":\"Artmake, microblading and tattoo overlap more than clinics admit. Compare methods, healing and risks, plus what to ask before booking in Tokyo. Learn more.\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-09-25\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-09-25\",\"lastReviewed\":\"2026-09-25\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Skin & Dermatology\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/column\/skin-dermatology\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Differences in Tokyo\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo\/\"}]}]}<\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is artmake the same as a tattoo?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"They are closely related. The FDA covers tattoos and permanent makeup in one fact sheet, and the SPCP describes cosmetic pigmentation as tattooing. Artmake is generally intended to fade gradually, whereas a conventional tattoo is intended to remain.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How many sessions does artmake usually take?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Our group's guide describes two sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart as standard practice for eyebrows. Periodic maintenance is commonly recommended afterwards.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How long does artmake last?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Our group's guide cites roughly one to three years, depending on skin type, sun exposure and skincare habits. Actual results vary from person to person.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I get artmake removed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The FDA notes that removing a tattoo is painstaking, usually needs several treatments, and may not be possible without scarring. Discuss removal and revision options at consultation before you begin.\"}}]}<\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: What Is the Difference? (Tokyo Guide)<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: What Is the Difference? (\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_16057715_1790323066.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: What Is the Difference? (\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>If you are researching brow or lip enhancement in Tokyo, the terms artmake, microblading and tattoo can seem to describe the same thing. They overlap more than many clinic websites admit. That makes it hard to know what you are actually agreeing to.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains how the three terms relate, where the real differences lie, and what to ask before booking. It is written for English-speaking residents and visitors in Tokyo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What you&#8217;ll learn in this article:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How artmake, microblading and tattooing are defined, and where the labels overlap<\/li>\n<li>A side-by-side comparison of the three approaches<\/li>\n<li>Two common misconceptions, checked against published sources<\/li>\n<li>What to expect from sessions, healing and risks<\/li>\n<li>Where artmake is offered within our clinic group<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Is Artmake?<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 What Is Artmake\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_8826403_1790323068.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 What Is Artmake\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>&#8220;Artmake&#8221;<\/strong> is the Japanese term for cosmetic pigmentation of the skin, most often eyebrows, lips, eyeliner or hairline. Fine needles place pigment into the skin so that the shape and colour stay in place without daily makeup. It does not wash off with water or sweat.<\/p>\n<p>Our clinic group&#8217;s own guide to eyebrow artmake in Tokyo describes artmake as designed to fade gradually rather than remain indefinitely. It says the typical result lasts roughly one to three years, depending on skin type, sun exposure and skincare habits.<\/p>\n<h3>Microblading<\/h3>\n<p>Microblading is a manual technique. A hand tool holding a small group of fine needles draws hair-like strokes, mainly for eyebrows. The Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP), a US professional body, notes that a true scalpel or cutting blade should not be used, and that the hand tool should be pre-sterilised and disposable.<\/p>\n<h3>Tattoo<\/h3>\n<p>The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) treats permanent makeup and tattoos together in one fact sheet, last updated 15 October 2024. In regulatory and medical language, cosmetic pigmentation is closely related to tattooing. This is why the differences between the three terms are often smaller than the marketing suggests.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison Table<\/h3>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 20px 0; font-size: 0.95em; border: 1px solid #ccc;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Feature<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Artmake<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Microblading<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Conventional tattoo<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Typical use<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Brows, lips, eyeliner, hairline<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Mainly brows<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Any body area, any design<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Tool<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Specialised needle equipment (machine or hand method, depending on the clinic)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Manual hand tool with a group of fine needles<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Usually a tattoo machine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Intended longevity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Designed to fade gradually; our group&#8217;s guide cites about 1 to 3 years<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Fades over time; the SPCP says the timeframe cannot be predicted reliably<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Intended to remain long term<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Removal<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Fades naturally; laser may be discussed if you want it removed sooner<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Same considerations as artmake<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">FDA: removal is painstaking, usually needs several treatments and may not be possible without scarring<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Typical sessions<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Two sessions 4 to 8 weeks apart (our group&#8217;s guide)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Varies by provider<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Varies by design<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: the table summarises general positions from the sources cited below. Individual providers and clinics may differ.<\/p>\n<h2>How Artmake Works<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 How Artmake Works\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_5128265_1790323069.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 How Artmake Works\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Your practitioner first discusses the shape, colour and density you want and draws the design on your skin. Numbing is applied before pigment is placed with fine needles. Our group&#8217;s guide says a single session generally takes 60 to 120 minutes including design and anaesthetic preparation.<\/p>\n<p>Because the skin naturally expels some pigment during the first healing phase, two sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart are described as standard practice. The guide also notes that annual or biennial maintenance sessions are commonly recommended.<\/p>\n<h3>The Depth Question<\/h3>\n<p>Sources do not fully agree on how deep artmake and microblading pigment sits. Our group&#8217;s guide describes pigment in the upper layers of the dermis, the layer just below the surface. The SPCP fact sheet argues that by industry definition colour is placed in the dermis, and that pigment which stays only in the outer epidermis would disappear during normal skin renewal.<\/p>\n<p>The practical point is that &#8220;superficial&#8221; does not mean &#8220;risk-free&#8221;. Ask any provider exactly how their method works, and be cautious of promises about how long the result will last.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Misconceptions<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Common Misconceptions\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_3373735_1790323070.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Common Misconceptions\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Misconception 1: &#8220;Microblading is not a tattoo&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>The SPCP fact sheet (February 2016) states that permanent cosmetics, microblading, eyebrow embroidery and similar terms are different names for cosmetic tattooing. It says that any time colour is placed into the skin with any device, it is a tattoo process. This matters if you have religious or personal reasons to avoid tattoos.<\/p>\n<h3>Misconception 2: &#8220;Semi-permanent means it will disappear on a schedule&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>Fading varies. The SPCP states that it is impossible to predict with any consistency how much pigment will fade or how long it will take. Our group&#8217;s guide likewise frames the one-to-three-year figure as dependent on skin type, sun exposure and skincare. Treat any timeline as a rough expectation, not a promise.<\/p>\n<h2>Cost in Tokyo<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Cost in Tokyo\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_6135629_1790323070.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Cost in Tokyo\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Prices depend on the treatment area, the technique, the number of sessions and the clinic. Artmake is a self-pay cosmetic treatment, and quotes may be given per session or as a course. Compare what each quote includes, such as design, anaesthetic, follow-up and touch-ups.<\/p>\n<p>We have not confirmed a current BIOTOPE CLINIC price for artmake, so no yen figures are given here. Please see the BIOTOPE CLINIC official price page or contact us via LINE \/ WhatsApp for a current quote. Final pricing is confirmed at consultation.<\/p>\n<p>To confirm the latest price yourself, book a consultation with BIOTOPE CLINIC.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Healing, Risks and Aftercare<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Healing, Risks and Aftercare\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pexels_3064717_1790323071.webp\" alt=\"Artmake vs microblading vs tattoo: what's the diff \u2014 Healing, Risks and Aftercare\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Typical Healing Timeline<\/h3>\n<p>Our group&#8217;s guide describes the following pattern for eyebrow artmake:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Days 1 to 3: the colour looks darkest.<\/li>\n<li>Days 4 to 7: flaking begins.<\/li>\n<li>Days 7 to 14: the colour looks lighter (sometimes called the &#8220;ghost phase&#8221;).<\/li>\n<li>Weeks 4 to 6: the true healed colour becomes visible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Individual healing varies, so follow the aftercare instructions you are given at your own clinic.<\/p>\n<h3>Risks<\/h3>\n<p>The FDA fact sheet lists the risks of tattoos and permanent makeup:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Infection:<\/strong> unsterile equipment and needles can transmit infectious diseases, and contaminated ink has also caused infections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allergic reactions:<\/strong> the FDA has received reports of adverse reactions to certain ink shades in permanent makeup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulomas:<\/strong> nodules that can form around material the body treats as foreign, such as pigment particles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scarring:<\/strong> keloids are a risk for people prone to them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>MRI reactions:<\/strong> some people with tattoos or permanent makeup have reported swelling or burning in the area during MRI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The FDA also notes that no tattoo ink is approved for injection into the skin. This US regulatory statement is not a statement about Japan. Ask your clinic which pigments it uses and how they are sourced.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is a Good Candidate?<\/h2>\n<p>People who commonly consider artmake include those with sparse or uneven brows, faint lip colour, or a wish to reduce daily makeup. Before booking, tell the practitioner about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A history of keloids or unusual scarring<\/li>\n<li>Known allergies, including reactions to previous pigments or numbing agents<\/li>\n<li>Skin conditions or infections in the treatment area<\/li>\n<li>Any planned MRI scans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A consultation is the right place to decide whether treatment suits you. If you are unsure about long-term commitment, ask about how the result fades and what your options are if you want it changed.<\/p>\n<h2>Where to Get Artmake in Tokyo<\/h2>\n<p>Artmake is performed at BIOTOPE CLINIC in Shirokanedai (Minato-ku), directed by Dr. Jun Karibe. Our English-speaking team covers both clinics and handles all English enquiries.<\/p>\n<p>Whichever provider you choose, ask about the technique, the pigments, hygiene practice, the number of sessions and what follow-up is included.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<dl class=\"kj-faq\">\n<dt>Q. Is artmake the same as a tattoo?<\/dt>\n<dd>They are closely related. The FDA covers tattoos and permanent makeup in one fact sheet, and the SPCP describes cosmetic pigmentation as tattooing. Artmake is generally intended to fade gradually, whereas a conventional tattoo is intended to remain.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. How many sessions does artmake usually take?<\/dt>\n<dd>Our group&#8217;s guide describes two sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart as standard practice for eyebrows. Periodic maintenance is commonly recommended afterwards.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. How long does artmake last?<\/dt>\n<dd>Our group&#8217;s guide cites roughly one to three years, depending on skin type, sun exposure and skincare habits. Actual results vary from person to person.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Can I get artmake removed?<\/dt>\n<dd>The FDA notes that removing a tattoo is painstaking, usually needs several treatments, and may not be possible without scarring. Discuss removal and revision options at consultation before you begin.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Artmake,<\/strong> microblading and tattooing share a core method: pigment placed into the skin with needles. The differences lie mainly in tools, design style, how much pigment is used and how quickly the result is intended to fade. Published sources disagree on exact depth, so ask providers to explain their method plainly.<\/p>\n<p>Consider the risks listed by the FDA, tell your practitioner about your medical history, and treat any longevity claim as an estimate. If you would like to discuss artmake, <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/strong> in Shirokanedai can arrange an English-language consultation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-box\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#f1faf3 0%,#e6f3ea 100%); border-radius: 14px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 36px 0 24px; border: 1px solid #c5dccd; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #3a6e3a; border: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.3em;\">24\/7 Consultation &amp; Booking<\/h3>\n<div style=\"width: 48px; height: 2px; background: #3a6e3a; margin: 0 auto 22px;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\">Book a Consultation or Treatment<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; color: #2c4a35; line-height: 1.75;\">Our English-speaking team responds via LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 usually the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(6,199,85,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(37,211,102,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>References<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Tattoos &amp; Permanent Makeup: Fact Sheet. FDA. Last updated 15 October 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals. Fact Sheet: Microblading. Is it tattooing? SPCP. February 2016.<\/li>\n<li>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic. Eyebrow Artmake Tokyo: Cost, Procedure &amp; Clinic Guide. Clinic group website. 8 July 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Related Articles<\/h2>\n<p>You may also find these articles useful.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/eyebrow-artmake-tokyo-guide-4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eyebrow Artmake Tokyo: Cost, Procedure &amp; Clinic Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-foreigners-tokyo-english-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake for Foreigners in Tokyo: English Clinic Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-healing-timeline-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake Aftercare Guide: Healing Timeline &amp; What to Avoid<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-pain-safety-side-effects-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake Pain, Safety &amp; Side Effects Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-removal-tokyo-laser-revision-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake Removal Tokyo: Laser and Revision Options Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin: 2.5em 0 1em; padding: 1.5em; border: 1px solid #d5d5d5; border-radius: 10px; background: #fafafa; font-size: .9em;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; margin: 0 0 1.2em; letter-spacing: .08em;\">SUPERVISED BY<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1.2em; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink: 0; text-align: center; min-width: 110px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100px; height: 100px; border-radius: 50%; object-fit: cover; object-position: top center; display: block; margin: 0 auto; border: 3px solid #e0e0e0;\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/hon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/photo-karibejun-400-3_re-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Jun Karibe MD \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon, Director of Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: .6em 0 .1em; font-weight: bold; font-size: .95em; color: #222;\">Dr. Jun Karibe<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .1em; font-size: .75em; color: #999;\">MD<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: .75em; color: #555; font-weight: bold;\">Director<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Education &amp; Career<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Juntendo University School of Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo Hospital<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor, Plastic &amp; Cosmetic Surgery, Saitama Medical University<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor &amp; Chief Resident, Yamanashi University Hospital<\/div>\n<div>2019: Founded Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic (Ichigaya, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<div>2021: Founded BIOTOPE CLINIC Shirokanedai (Minato-ku, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Certifications<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Specialist \u2014 Japan Society of Anti-Aging Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Certified Industrial Physician \u2014 Japan Medical Association<\/div>\n<div>Allergan VST-certified Injector (Botox &amp; Hyaluronic Acid)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Awards<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Best Presentation Award \u2014 Dept. of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo (2016)<\/div>\n<div>Excellence Award \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2018)<\/div>\n<div>Featured Presentation \u2014 ASPS Annual Scientific Meeting, USA (2018)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px solid #e8e8e8; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: .5em;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #e1306c; color: #fff; padding: .4em .9em; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-size: .8em; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dr.jun_\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px dashed #d5d5d5; font-size: .78em; color: #555; line-height: 1.7;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .3em; font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; letter-spacing: .08em;\">MEDICAL REVIEW<\/p>\n<div><strong>Jun Karibe, MD<\/strong> \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Medical Director, BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/div>\n<div>Last medically reviewed: 2026-09-25<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Artmake, microblading and tattoo overlap more than clinics admit. Compare methods, healing and risks, plus what to ask before booking in Tokyo. Learn more.","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,21],"tags":[1030,26],"class_list":["post-12510","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cosmetic-treatments","category-skin-dermatology","tag-brow-makeup","tag-tokyo-clinic"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12510","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12510"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12510\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12593,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12510\/revisions\/12593"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12510"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12510"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12510"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}