British friendly hair salon in Tokyo

Japanese hair salons are well-known worldwide for their extensive service: precision perms, chemical straightening, advanced bleaching techniques and special treatments (such as head therapy centers), to name just a few. Japanese hairstyles have also been on the tide around the world. Talk about the mountain (Princess) Cutting and Wolf Cutting are becoming increasingly popular; celebrities like Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Miley Cyrus are found to have these unique looks.

With so many treatments and stylish cuts, you might be tempted to try a new style during your next Tokyo visit. However, the language barrier can be scary, especially when you want to make sure your stylist understands exactly what you are looking for (avoiding the awkward moments you have to pretend you like the new’s).

Read on to get a list of our favorite British friendly hair salons, many of whom have bilingual designers who know international hair types and are very proficient in global trends.

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Mey Hair offers high-quality hair products for all hair types and races, with special expertise in styling, curly hair. The salon is also home to a resident dog named Roy, which is a big advantage if you want to enjoy some canine companies while you finish your hair. Remember that their booking pages are only in Japanese, but you can easily book by using them on Instagram. They also have a branch Kyoto For those outside Tokyo.

The starting point for the stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) is ¥6,600.

Store information

• Address: 150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 5 Chome-46 16il Centro Sereno 3F
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White (Harajuku)

Whyte fireplace (Traditional Japanese house). The salon prides itself on using vegan-certified, organic and non-animal derivatives, colors and bleaches. The first floor features a dog-friendly cafe serving vegan beverages, Acai smoothie bowls and its iconic vegan donut brand Venuts.

Whyte is particularly famous for its relaxing head spa, including head soaking and later blowouts. They even expanded internationally in a branch opened in Malmö, Sweden.

Stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) starts at ¥6,700

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Tokyo variety (Kita-Aoyama)

Kita-Aoyama’s Tokyo Sost Tokyo has attracted international attention with its viral Instagram reel and Tiktok video, which shows a dramatic hair transformation along with clients from all races. Among international branches in New York, Melbourne, Hong Kong and Amsterdam, they are known for their friendly staff, precise consulting services and advanced treatments, such as Tokio Inkarami and Olaplex Salon Care.

The starting point for the stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) is ¥7,000

Store information

• Address: 107-0061 Tokyo, Minato City, Kita-Aoyama, 2 Chome-10-28 Rihei Building B1F
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Bondssaron (Azabu-Juban)

What settings Bonssalon Apart from their transparency – they actually specify the English level of each employee on the homepage, making it easy to book with designers that meet your communication needs. Specializing in bleaching, highlighting and Balayage, the salon uses literate hair colors and carefully selected chemicals that are suitable not only for your hair, but for your hair. They also offer eyelash extension services.

The starting point for stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) is 7,700 yen

Store information

• Address: Hiroshimayama, Mito City, Tokyo, 2 Chome-33-4 vao azabu10 2f
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Sozo Hair & Make Tokyo (emotesando)

Sozo Hair & Make Tokyo bring real international experience to Tokyo as every member of their team works in cities like London and New York before joining. Once you arrive, the staff will provide you with a card to fill your expectations for a date, ensuring clear communication from the start. The Salon also collaborates with international artists to host exhibitions to create a unique cultural experience. They have an extra branch in Ginza.

The starting point for the stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) is ¥7,000

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Tokyo Golden Salon (Azabu-Juban)

Gold Salon Tokyo is Tokyo’s leading Australian-owned and managed hair salon, known for its high-skilled work on non-Asian hair (although they are equally familiar with Asian hair). They specialize in coloring, bleaching, balechi, highlights and blonde hair, and are a popular choice if you are looking for hairstyles that are more popular in the West than in Japan.

Stylist cutting (including shampoo and blow drying) starts at 10,000 yen

Store information

• Address: M Building, 6F, 4 Chome-1-9 Azabujuban, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0045
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