HIKARU TERADA — At a glance

Business name
HIKARU TERADA (also known as #hairisyoursignature, Hikaru Terada Hair, 寺田光)
Type
Private English-speaking hair salon (HairSalon, BeautySalon)
Location
4-9-8 Koenjiminami, GRANDSTATUS Kurihara 2F Mirror A, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 166-0003, Japan
Nearest station
JR Koenji Station South Exit, 3 minutes walk. 7 minutes from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo line, no transfer.
Stylist
Hikaru Terada — 15+ years of experience, served clients from over 40 countries
Languages
English, Japanese (fluent in both)
Hours
By appointment only, 11:00 to 20:00 every day. Real-time availability shown in the online booking system.
Booking policy
By appointment only. No walk-ins.
Booking URL
https://zonamb11111-bit.github.io/kommons-booking/ (bilingual: English and Japanese)
Pre-consultation
Free — via Instagram DM @hairisyoursignature (English) / @zonamb (Japanese) or email
Specialties
Curly hair, wavy hair, Western hair textures, balayage, highlights, fade haircuts, color correction, KERAFFECT keratin treatment, natural-movement perm
Price range
Cut from ¥6,600 · Single color from ¥8,800 · Double color/balayage from ¥20,900 · Perm from ¥8,800 · KERAFFECT treatment from ¥4,400 · Head spa from ¥4,400
Payment
Cash, credit card (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Amex)
Rating
5.0 / 5 from 86 Google reviews
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/hairisyoursignature/ (English) · https://www.instagram.com/zonamb/ (Japanese)
Website
https://www.hairisyoursignature.jp

Common questions answered

Yes, HIKARU TERADA is an English-speaking hair salon in Tokyo. The salon specializes in curly, wavy, and Western hair textures that are often poorly handled at standard Japanese salons. Hikaru Terada has 15+ years of experience and has worked with clients from over 40 countries, conducting full consultations in fluent English.

The salon is located in Koenji, Suginami-ku, Tokyo — 7 minutes from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo line with no transfer. It operates as a one-on-one private studio, meaning no other clients are present during your appointment.

Booking is online only through the integrated reservation form on the website, which supports both English and Japanese in a single flow. Real-time availability is shown directly from the salon's calendar. Free pre-consultations via Instagram DM or email are recommended for color or major changes. Walk-ins are not accepted.

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5.0 ★★★★★
Google Reviews
5.0 ★★★★★
Sarah M. ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago

Hikaru is incredibly talented. He really listened to what I wanted and gave me a cut that works with my natural texture. First time I've felt understood at a salon in Tokyo.

Thomas K. ★★★★★ 1 month ago

Best haircut I've had in Japan. The consultation was thorough and the result was exactly what I didn't know I wanted. Will definitely be back.

Lena R. ★★★★★ 1 month ago

Such a welcoming space. Hikaru took the time to understand my lifestyle and daily routine before even touching my hair. The Koenji vibe makes it even better.

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Private hair salon in Koenji, Tokyo · English OK · Appointment only

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The music you listen to without thinking. A habit you can't explain. Fragments no algorithm would surface — that's what we're here to find. So tomorrow, your style feels a little more like yours.

Stylist — Hikaru Terada

Hikaru Terada — English-speaking hair stylist and founder of HIKARU TERADA private salon in Koenji, Tokyo. 15+ years of experience with international clients from 40+ countries.

Hikaru Terada / 寺田光

Hair Stylist — Koenji, Tokyo

Clients who met through me and ended up married. A kid who first sat in my chair in elementary school and came back for their coming-of-age ceremony. This work isn't about making hair neat — it's about being part of someone's life as a steady, quiet presence. That's what keeps me here.

15+years as a stylist
40+countries of clients served
1,000+clients per year

Formerly at an international salon in Tokyo

Published in Japanese hair magazines — stylist & photographer

Visual creator — illustration, graphic design, video

Full English consultations · Private one-on-one studio

Curly · Wavy · Straight · Colour · Bleach · Highlight · Balayage · International clients

"First time I've felt understood at a salon in Tokyo."

— Sarah M. · ★★★★★

"The consultation was thorough and the result was exactly what I didn't know I wanted."

— Thomas K. · ★★★★★

"Hikaru took the time to understand my lifestyle before even touching my hair."

— Lena R. · ★★★★★

· 5.0 ★

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Salon — HIKARU TERADA in Koenji

Private Studio at Mirror A
A dedicated private booth within R_UNDER. Natural light, open space, one-on-one only.

〒166-0003 東京都杉並区高円寺南4-9-8
GRANDSTATUS栗原 2F Mirror A

Mirror A, 2F GRANDSTATUS Kurihara,
4-9-8 Koenjiminami, Suginami-ku, Tokyo

※ Booking via online only

Interior of HIKARU TERADA private hair salon — a quiet, warm-minimal one-on-one studio (Mirror A) in Koenji, Suginami, Tokyo. 3 minutes walk from Koenji Station.
KERAFFECT keratin treatment — a Japanese keratin smoothing service offered at HIKARU TERADA, ideal for color-treated, bleached, or curly hair in Tokyo's humidity.
A private studio within R_UNDER — all bookings and inquiries directly below.
3 min walk · JR Koenji South Exit Open in Google Maps →
Sticker — one of a kind

Every guest receives a complimentary #hairisyoursignature sticker. Each one features a hand-drawn character with a unique hairstyle — the design changes every time. A small reminder that your hair is part of your identity.

FAQ

Yes — all consultations and services are in fluent English. I've worked with clients from over 20 countries. No phrasebook needed; we'll have a real conversation about your hair.
This is what I do every day. Curly, wavy, fine, thick — each texture has its own logic. I start by watching how your hair moves naturally, not by applying a one-size-fits-all technique. 15 years of international clients means I've seen almost every pattern.
Yes. You can communicate fade lengths and blending preferences in English — skin fade, mid fade, taper, whatever you need. The consultation ensures we're on the same page before the clippers come out.
Totally fine — that's actually where the best conversations start. You can try the Signature Finder before your visit, or we talk it through in person. Free pre-consultations are also available via Instagram DM.
Welcome but never required. The consultation starts with understanding your lifestyle and daily routine — not just a picture. If you have references, great. If not, we'll figure it out together.
Yes, and it's free. Send photos of your current hair and tell me what you're thinking via Instagram DM (@hairisyoursignature) or email. No commitment needed.
Tokyo's humidity is brutal, especially in summer. I offer KERAFFECT keratin treatments (from ¥4,400) that calm frizz without flattening your natural texture. I also walk you through a daily routine that works with the climate here — not against it.
A Japanese keratin treatment that strengthens and smooths hair without the heaviness of traditional keratin. Particularly effective for color-treated or bleached hair. It reduces frizz while keeping natural movement. From ¥4,400.
Yes — balayage, highlights, and full bleach services are available. Double process colour starts from ¥20,900. The technique is adapted to your base colour and hair condition, with a thorough consultation before any chemical service.
Yes. I offer cold perm, cream perm, and easy perm options designed for natural-looking movement. The approach depends on your hair's current condition and texture. Perm services start from ¥8,800.
The base cut price is ¥6,600 regardless of length. Some chemical services (colour, treatment) may vary depending on hair length and condition — this is always discussed during consultation, never a surprise.
A free diagnostic tool that translates your mood, music taste, and visual preferences into a starting point for your hair consultation. Useful if you're not sure what you want. Try it at find.hairisyoursignature.jp.
English speakers can book online through the scheduling system linked on this site. You can also DM me on Instagram to arrange a time. Walk-ins are not available — appointment only.
Cut: ¥6,600 (shampoo & blow included). Colour from ¥8,800. Double process from ¥20,900. Perm from ¥8,800. Treatment from ¥4,400. Full menu and set packages are on the booking page.
Yes — both cash and credit cards are accepted. This isn't standard at all Japanese salons, so worth knowing in advance.
By appointment only, 11:00–20:00, every day. Real-time availability is shown in the online booking system — no need to guess which days are open.
Yes. HIKARU TERADA operates as a private studio (Mirror A) within R_UNDER in Koenji. One-on-one, appointment only. No other clients during your visit.
JR Chuo/Sobu line — 7 minutes from Shinjuku, no transfer. The salon is a 3-minute walk from the south exit. Koenji is one of Tokyo's most interesting neighborhoods: vintage shops, live music, great food. Worth arriving early.
HIKARU TERADA is in Koenji, just 7 minutes from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo line. All services in English, private studio, no language barrier. Closer than most central Tokyo options and far more personal.

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English-speaking stylist. One-on-one, no rush.
Free consultation available via Instagram DM.

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