Safe, hygienic piercing at the clinic
Ear piercing is a medical procedure.
We focus on careful explanation and a safe, hygienic procedure.
Piercing is straightforward, with aftercare follow-up available.
We can pierce a variety of locations, including the ears and navel.
WORRIES — Recommended for those who
・First-time piercing
・Looking for a safe, hygienic piercing
・Want a specific position or design
・Uncomfortable with self-piercing
・Concerned about metal allergy
FEATURE — Characteristics
Hygiene management at a medical institution
Ear piercing is a medical procedure. Performing it in a hygienic environment with reduced infection risk may help limit the risk of complications.
Various locations supported
Ear piercing is generally performed with a piercing gun. For locations other than the ears, please bring your own jewelry; the physician will perform the piercing using a needle under local anesthesia.
Care for pain
We use cooling and other measures to help limit pain. When the physician performs the procedure, local anesthesia is used.
Broader fashion options
Unlike clip-on earrings, pierced earrings tend not to cause discomfort even when worn for long periods.
Important notes (risks, side effects, downtime)
| Treatment time | About 3 minutes |
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| Pain | For the ears, the pain is generally tolerable with cooling alone. For other locations, local anesthesia is used. |
| Downtime | The time for the hole to settle varies by individual but is generally about 1–2 months. |
| Notes | If you wish to have a piercing in a location other than the ears, please be sure to bring your own jewelry. |
| Side effects | Infection, swelling, pain, bleeding, metal allergy, keloid formation, and uneven hole shape may occur. Those with metal allergies may not be able to wear pierced earrings due to skin irritation. Those with keloid-prone skin may develop raised tissue during healing — we will explain in detail at consultation. |
*The above describes a typical course; pain, downtime, and recovery vary by individual.
*Treatment time does not include consultation time.
*Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding should refrain from treatment.
FLOW — Treatment process
We listen to your preferred location and design, then propose a plan tailored to you. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to ask.
Choose from stainless steel, metal-allergy-friendly earrings, stones, or pearls.
For the ears, a nurse performs the piercing using a piercing gun, with cooling to help limit pain. For other locations, the physician performs the piercing using a needle after applying local anesthesia.
Follow-up visits are not generally required after the procedure. The time for the hole to settle varies by individual but is generally about 1–2 months. We will explain how to care for the area during that time.
Doctor’s note
About ear piercing
In Japan, ear piercing is defined as a medical procedure and may only be performed by a physician or by a nurse acting under physician instruction. Over-the-counter piercing guns and self-piercing can lead to issues such as infection, metal allergy, uneven holes, or keloid formation.
At our clinic, we use sterilized piercing guns or needles and perform the procedure in a hygienic environment. We also offer metal-allergy-friendly first earrings, so you can choose based on your skin and preferences. We also support locations other than the ears (navel, cartilage, nose, etc.).
Appropriate care during the 1–2 months it takes for the piercing hole to stabilize is important. We will carefully explain how to care for it, so please feel free to ask.
Together Menu — Recommended pairings
Some patients also consider oral beauty medication or beauty IV drips at the same time.
Q&A (Frequently asked questions)
- From what age can ear piercing be performed?
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Our clinic provides this service to high school students and older. Minors require a consent form signed by a guardian.
- Do you support locations other than the ears?
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In addition to the ears (lobe and cartilage), we also support the navel and other locations. For locations other than the ears, please bring your own jewelry.
- What kinds of first earrings are available?
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Choose from stainless steel, metal-allergy-friendly earrings, stones, or pearls. For those concerned about metal allergy, we recommend allergy-friendly materials such as titanium.
- How long does it take for the piercing hole to settle?
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It varies by individual, but generally about 1–2 months for the earlobe; cartilage piercings can take six months or more. During this period, it is important to leave the first earrings in and continue appropriate aftercare.
- Can I receive treatment if I have a metal allergy?
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We have metal-allergy-friendly earrings available — please discuss it with us. However, depending on the severity of the allergy, treatment may not be possible.
- Can I receive treatment while pregnant?
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There are no reported issues with treatment during pregnancy, but as it is a cosmetic procedure, we ask patients to refrain as a precaution.
- Can I specify the position of the piercing?
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Yes, you can specify your preferred position in advance. We do a final check together with a mirror at the marking stage, so please feel free to discuss your preferences.
Why patients choose us
I’m a bit nervous about doing it myself.
At the clinic, medical professionals perform the procedure in a hygienically managed environment, exactly as you would like the design. We also offer metal-allergy-friendly first earrings.
Self-pay treatment information (details here)
■ Self-pay treatment
This treatment is self-pay and not covered by Japanese national health insurance. All listed prices are tax-included. For pricing details, please refer to the “Pricing” page.
■ Main risks and side effects
Infection, swelling, pain, bleeding, metal allergy, keloid formation, uneven hole shape, scarring at the piercing site, and others. Results and side effects vary by individual.
■ Not suitable for
Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding; those with keloid-prone skin; those with infection or inflammation at the treatment site; those with blood-clotting abnormalities; minors who cannot obtain guardian consent; and others.
Our Doctors
Chief Medical Director / Aesthetic Surgeon
Yuki Takamido, MD
Specialties
Aesthetic surgery / Oculoplastic surgery
Career
2014: Graduated from Mie University School of Medicine
2015: Meitetsu Hospital
2017: Fujita Health University Hospital — Assistant Professor
2020: Founded Flamingo Aesthetic Clinic
2021: Branch director, Shiromoto Clinic Aesthetic Surgery
2021: Co-founded Viviage Clinic (Kokoukai Medical Corporation)
2022: Ace Clinic (Ichibikai Medical Corporation)
2023: Director, Sakae Aesthetic Clinic — Sakae branch
Currently: VIVIAGE ZONNE CLINIC (Kokoukai Medical Corporation)
Areas of expertise
Hyaluronic acid filler, thread lift
Eyelid surgery (lower-eyelid fat removal for dark circles, transcutaneous & transconjunctival Hamra technique, midface lift, double-eyelid surgery, blepharoptosis surgery)
Aesthetic dermatology procedures
Society memberships
Japanese Society of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Japan Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology
Japanese Society of Anti-Aging Medicine
Days available
Wednesday, Friday (10:00–17:30)
Every other Saturday (please call to confirm)
Director
Minoru Horisawa, MD
Book a Consultation / Contact Us
If you have any concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Our consultation, including the doctor’s examination, is available free of charge.
Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10:00–17:30 (Closed Thu, Sun)
T.O Building 4F, 3-33-30 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya — about a 4-minute walk from Yabacho Station