# Under The Needle Tattoo

> Tattoo studio in Kirkland, WA. Under the Needle is a custom tattoo shop in downtown Kirkland. The shop says it accommodates walk-ins and appointment-based clients, and describes its work as including traditional Japanese and traditional Americana tattoos, color pieces, and portraits.

- Address: 111 Lake St S Unit 111, Kirkland, WA 98033
- City: Kirkland, WA
- County: King County, Washington
- Phone: (206) 448-6613
- Website: https://undertheneedle.net
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/undertheneedletattoo
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/undertheneedle
- Booking: https://undertheneedle.net/get-in-touch
- Hours: Mon–Sun 1pm–10pm (studio website)
- Styles: American Traditional, Japanese (Irezumi)
- Services: tattoo, custom-design, flash
- Listing status: not confirmed open — check before visiting (data as of 2026-09-23)
- Coordinates: 47.67508, -122.20653
- Source page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/under-the-needle-tattoo

## Highlights

- The shop accommodates walk-ins and appointment-based clients
- The shop invites clients to bring sketches, pictures, and ideas

## Artists at Under The Needle Tattoo

- [Joshua Sharpe](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/joshua-sharpe) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jsharpe_utn
- [Stefan Hagar](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/stefan-hagar) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefanhagartattooer

_From the studio's own website. Professional information only._

## FAQ

**Where is Under The Needle Tattoo located?**
Under The Needle Tattoo is at 111 Lake St S Unit 111, Kirkland, WA 98033 (King County).

**What are Under The Needle Tattoo's hours?**
Published hours: Mon–Sun 1pm–10pm. Hours change — confirm with the studio before you go, especially for walk-ins.

**How do I book a tattoo at Under The Needle Tattoo?**
Reach Under The Needle Tattoo through online booking (undertheneedle.net/get-in-touch), the website (undertheneedle.net), phone at (206) 448-6613, or Instagram (@undertheneedletattoo). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.

**Is Under The Needle Tattoo licensed?**
Washington requires every tattoo shop and tattoo artist to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can confirm any shop or artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how.

**What other tattoo shops are near Under The Needle Tattoo?**
Nearby studios include Kirkland Tattoo Studio (0.1 mi), Reliquary Body Arts (0.1 mi), and Gem tattoo (0.4 mi).

## Nearby tattoo studios

- [Kirkland Tattoo Studio](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/kirkland-tattoo-studio) — 42 Lake Shore Plz, Kirkland, WA 98033 · (425) 828-8815 · 0.1 mi
- [Reliquary Body Arts](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/reliquary-body-arts) — 204 Central Way Suite E, Kirkland, WA 98033 · (425) 453-1155 · https://www.reliquarybodyarts.com · 0.1 mi
- [Gem tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/gem-tattoo) — 605 Market St, Kirkland, WA 98033 · (206) 683-3835 · 0.4 mi
- [21 Day Tattoo Studio](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/21-day-tattoo-studio) — 709 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033 · (413) 800-9072 · 0.5 mi
- [Steadfast Art Collective](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/steadfast-art-collective) — 8514 122nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033 · (425) 270-3388 · https://steadfastartcollective.com · 1.4 mi

_Data: OpenStreetMap contributors, Overture Maps Foundation, studio websites, Seattle Tattoo editors. Updated October 18, 2026._