Welcome to Happy Yokai Tattoo
A tattoo shop located in the heart of Lihu‘e, Hawaii.
Where Creativity Meets Tradition
Happy Yokai Tattoo in Līhu‘e offers walk-ins, custom pieces, and new flash drawn by our artists. You’ll find us at Anchor Cove Shopping Center — just minutes away from Nawiliwili Harbor, Kalapaki Beach, and Lihue Airport. We’re a street shop and our location is conveniently accessible for locals, visitors, and cruise passengers on Kaua’i.
Choosing the right artist is a big part of the tattoo experience, so take your time exploring our portfolios. Each artist brings their own style and strengths, and we’re always here to answer questions or help guide you (please check our FAQs page first). Our studio is LGBTQ+ friendly and committed to providing a safe, welcoming space for everyone.
THE HAPPY YOKAI TATTOO CREW
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BRIAN SVENIKER SHAY
RESIDENT TATTOO ARTIST & SHOP OWNER
Known for his wacky, bold, and colorful tattoos, Brian is here to make the world better, funner, and weirder, one tattoo at a time. His favorite things to tattoo are: Yokai, DnD and fantasy characters, colorful Traditional Western and Japanese designs, Anime, and custom illustrative work in Black-and-Gray.
His goal is to maintain a tattoo shop that treats every client with the respect and care they deserve, and attract or sponsor plenty of talented, dedicated, compassionate artists who share this idea with joy de vie, but he would also like to build a community around this.
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DANI DAKE
RESIDENT TATTOO ARTIST
Known for her bold, playful, and colorful approach to tattooing, Dani brings a mix of tradition and personality to every piece. Her work blends classic American Traditional roots with vibrant illustrative details, creating tattoos that feel both timeless and one-of-a-kind.
Dani’s technical versatility allows her to move fluidly between different art styles — from bold traditional designs to more simply-stated delicate fine-lines. She loves collaborating with clients to transform their ideas into meaningful works of art, creating pieces that reflect personal stories while still carrying her signature boldness and flair.
Monthly Flash Challenge
December’s Theme — ʻAumakua
FLASH DESIGN BY BRIAN SVENIKER SHAY
FLASH DESIGN BY DANI DAKE
See A Design You Like?
Please request an appointment with Brian or Dani through our online booking system.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Guest Artist — Emma Sloan
Visiting from Austin, Texas, Emma Sloan will be back to guest spot from November 19th to December 4th with the Happy Yokai Tattoo crew. She’s got lots of new flash designs for you to choose from, so you don’t want to miss out. Step into Emma's world, where American traditional tattoos meet a psychedelic edge. With Emma, you truly get a one-of-a-kind tattoo with a distinct boutique style.
If you’ve been dreaming up a custom tattoo idea, Emma is the type of artist who can bring it to life — if you dream it, she’ll draw it.
Bookings are limited, and her guest spot fills fast. The best way to request an appointment with Emma is to send her a direct message on Instagram.
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