GOAT TATTOOMaori & Polynesian Tattoo in Hanoi
Short answer: GOAT Tattoo Studio is the Hanoi studio for custom Maori-inspired and Polynesian tattoos. Our specialist Linker has tattooed for more than 10 years and has won tattoo awards in Vietnam and Taiwan. He designs each sleeve, chest-and-shoulder piece or leg panel around your body and your story, at 2nd Floor, 56 Trang Thi Street, about 5 minutes on foot from Hoan Kiem Lake. The studio has a 5.0 Google rating from 750+ reviews, an English-speaking team, single-use needles and hospital-grade sterilization.
Recent Maori & Polynesian work
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Your artist: Linker
Linker is GOAT's Maori and Polynesian specialist and one of the studio's most experienced mentors. He is known for large, technically demanding pieces that need precise linework over long sessions, and he has trained dozens of apprentices who now tattoo professionally. Tony, who specializes in bold linework and freehand Maori-inspired designs drawn directly on the body, also works on Maori pieces at the studio.
See Linker's portfolio →What we design
- Full and half sleeves that wrap the arm and follow the muscles
- Shoulder and chest pieces that flow from the collarbone onto the arm
- Leg panels and full legs
- Smaller pieces: forearm bands, calf pieces, shoulder caps
- Polynesian patterns combined with mandala or ornamental work
Custom and respectful
Tā moko is a sacred Māori practice that belongs to Māori people. What most travelers wear is Maori-inspired art, often called kirituhi, made for people outside Māori communities.
Every design is drawn for you. We don't copy another person's tattoo. In the consultation we talk about the symbols you want, such as ocean, family, protection or a journey, and how they fit together on your body.
Prices
| Full sleeve (Maori / Mandala) | $1,800 – $2,400 |
| Full leg (Maori / Mandala) | $3,600 – $4,800 |
| Smaller pieces | $77 per hour |
Indicative prices. Your final quote is confirmed in the free consultation, before any tattooing starts. All prices
How it works for travelers
- Message us on WhatsApp or the booking form with your idea, the placement and a photo of the area.
- Free consultation: Linker discusses the symbols, flow and size, and we confirm the price.
- The design is drawn to fit your body, and you approve it before we start.
- Large pieces are done over several sessions. Tell us your travel dates so we can plan them.
- Aftercare: keep the tattoo out of the sea, pools and strong sun while it heals.
Questions
Who does Maori and Polynesian tattoos at GOAT?
Linker, our specialist with more than 10 years of experience and tattoo awards in Vietnam and Taiwan.
How much is a Maori sleeve in Hanoi?
At GOAT a full Maori or Mandala sleeve is $1,800 – $2,400 and a full leg is $3,600 – $4,800. Smaller pieces are $77 per hour. The final price is confirmed in the free consultation.
Can I finish a full sleeve during a short trip?
A full sleeve usually takes several long sessions. Send us your travel dates and we will tell you what is realistic. Some travelers do the outline first and finish later.
Is it OK for a non-Māori person to get a Maori tattoo?
Tā moko is for Māori people. Maori-inspired (kirituhi) designs made for you, rather than copied, are the respectful option for non-Māori clients.
Where is the studio?
2nd Floor, 56 Trang Thi Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. It is about a 5-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and open every day from 10:00 to 21:00.
Read more about Maori & Polynesian tattoos
- Maori & Polynesian Tattoos: The Complete Style Guide
- Maori Tattoo Symbols: What They Actually Mean
- Polynesian & Samoan Tattoo Symbols: Turtle, Shark Teeth, and Ocean Patterns
- Getting a Polynesian Sleeve Tattoo: Sessions, Process, and What to Expect
- Is a Polynesian Tribal Tattoo Cultural Appropriation? An Honest Answer
Plan your Maori or Polynesian tattoo
Send us your idea and placement. The consultation is free.
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