New Generation Tattoo
About this parlor
If you've been scouting shops in San Jose, CA, New Generation Tattoo keeps surfacing — and the a broad range of styles portfolio is the reason. Reviewers consistently describe a consistently glowing experience, with a healthy stack of write-ups landing it at 4.6 stars. Pricing reads mid-range for the area.
New Generation Tattoo is a tattoo studio in San Jose.
Good to know before you book
- Walk-in availability isn't always posted online — a quick phone call is the fastest way to know if they can fit you in today.
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Reviews
Tattoo Artist: Jayden I was searching for a new tattoo artist after a previous experience that wasn’t great. Through referrals, I found Jayden, who was incredibly responsive and respectful from the start. We scheduled a consultation where she listened carefully to my concerns and was honest and reassuring throughout the process. During the tattoo session, she walked me through every step, checked in often, and offered plenty of breaks and snacks. The shop itself was clean, organized, and welcoming, with a very friendly staff. I will absolutely be returning to this shop and it is well worth the drive. I truly can’t express how positive this experience was.
I first discovered Phong while scrolling through Instagram searching for artists. Once I stumbled upon his page and viewed his work, it completely resonated with me, which led me to sending him a DM. All the communication to confirm the tattoo and appointment was handled through IG. Throughout all the messages, Phong was very transparent about the process—from asking for details about the tat and placement to discussing pricing, setting up the appointment, and confirming it with a deposit. It was seamless. On the day of the appointment, once I arrived, Phong shared some ideas with me, and you can modify them to your liking until you reach a drawing you’re satisfied with—which is exactly what I did. I never felt rushed and really appreciated that. During the session, I enjoyed chatting with him while withstanding the pain of being tatted, but regardless of the pain, it was still a great overall experience. Once the session was over, as with any artist, he went over aftercare tips, but what I also loved is that he has the care instructions posted on his IG page. In this age, digital and convenience are always appreciated. As for the tattoo, I’m very satisfied. He brought my vision to life—the piece I’d been wanting for a while. I always knew I wanted a flat and minimal hourglass but didn’t know what the final image should look like, which is why I went to Phong after seeing his work. He did a phenomenal job, and it was great working and chatting with him. His attention to detail and stippling work is excellent. If you’re thinking about getting a realistic tattoo and appreciate heavy attention to detail, including stippling, Phong is your guy. Book him as soon as you can if you decide to get one, as he’s very busy and his work speaks for itself. In addition, you’re paying for quality, so if the price is out of your range, he may not be the artist for you.
10/10 Experience Thuy (Twee) was my artist and was absolutely amazing ❤️literally was finished under and hour !! Will definitely will be coming back! Clean tattoo shop and immaculate vibes overall !
Location
1189 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118, USA



