Azumi Nail

4 nails developed fungus after having acrylic extensions done at Azumi Nail.
The staff are nice people though.
I will be treating the fungus for 6 to 8 months. Until the fungus is gone, I must keep my nails cut very short and not wear any polish at all.
I’m very disappointed to have fungus issues.

I chose this particular salon b/​c the stereotyping judgmental side of me assumed a Japanese, pricey place would be
1. thorough
2. clean
However, this place was neither.
The nail technician obviously was not comfortable using a cuticle clipper and merely picked at my nails without actually removing anything neatly. My cuticle edges ended up more frayed than cleaned. She took random snips, not in a straight and confident line, but wherever her unsteady hands could snip. She told me she would apply oil at the end to remedy that, but never did.
None of the tools were sanitized upon arrival. There was no visible sanitizer in sight. When the technician held up the mangy looking clipper to my hand, I asked her if she had any alcohol to disinfect it. The technician simply sprayed acetone on it. Acetone! From a bottle that had congealed sediment floating in it!
The technician slathered on a Japanese sized dollop of generic lotion on my hand and proceeded to move it around — I wasn’t sure if what she was doing was the Premium Manicure hand massage.
If you’re into Japanese-​y hello kitties and what not on your acrylic fake nails, but do not take heed in basic hygiene and cleanliness — ie you don’t mind other people’s dead skin residue rubbing off of the nail files they reuse — then go for it.
As for me, I expect way more.

The girls were so sweet and even sent me a cute follow up email… So I’m a little sad I have to only give 2 stars, but (and this is only for the pedicure because it sounds like their manicures are awesome) they have no toenail drier! For a $ 40 pedi, I at least expect to be provided with some UV poison and fans to dry my polish. Have mercy on us klutzes! I was smudged before I even got in my car. She DID do a super job on cheese grating off all my dead foot skin and they have an excellent selection of colors — even for plain old polish. But… Sorry gals! I’ll up it to a 5 star as soon as you get a few toe driers in there.

Absolutely love this place!!! I just went here and this is definitely going to be my go-​to new nail salon. Although it’s a little pricey, it is definitely worth it! The girls spend a lot of time and effort to make sure that you are pleased with your nails :) And we were…

Nice, clean, and big salon located close to Ala Moana. There is parking in the building and they do validate, but not for the full duration. I had to pay $ 2.00 and the lady working at the garage told me they never fully validate…
There was only 2 people working at the salon. Lot of different gel nail colors, holograms, glitter, and etc! My nails turned out ok. I guess I should have requested «Azumi’, the salon owner, but she was booked… I had glitter french nails, but the curves on my french nails weren’t even. Even my bf noticed that they weren’t even. It’s still cute, but I wish they were even.
When I get my nails done in Japan or LA (Japanese owned salon), the gel nails are smooth (not lumpy) to the touch. There is absolutely no nail salons here in Hawaii that can do this. I guess I’m really picky…

Really awesome salon! Top service all the way and excellent eye for details! She makes her nails so thin and natural! Definitely quality!

It’s so shiny… my nails that is.
Azumi is great! She’s so sweet and her work speaks for itself. She’s got tons of awards sitting in the front window and they’re definitely well deserved.
Azumi Nails is located directly across of Shokudo. With only street parking surrounding the salon, I’d recommend parking at the bottom floor of Ala Moana (Macy’s) and walking over. Free is always good.
Warning: She is only 1 of 2 people working in that salon so it’s best to make an appointment. Typical manicures here run around 1.5 hrs long (unless you’re planning to get some intricate work done).
There are so many nail designs to choose from. They range from the typical gradation work to ice cream cones. It was so difficult choosing just one design. I guess I’ll just have to come back again for more.

Azumi Nails is my new favorite nail salon. The staff here are so friendly and very accommodating. My friends threw me a surprise birthday get-​together at Azumi Nail and we spent the day getting pampered. The nail salon is definitely spacious! They have 2 pedicure chairs and 3 nail chairs. However, I believe they only have a few nail technicians so not too sure how many they can take all at once. However, there is lots of space and the salon is nicely decorated and very clean!
Azumi is great! She did my nails both times I visited and I loved each of the designs! The prices are very reasonable – similar to other Japanese nail salon prices. if anything it might be lower than other Japanese nail salons. She is very detailed oriented and wants to make sure you are completely happy with your nails. Will definitely be coming back here for my future nails!
Also, they offer a rewards card! When the card is filled up, it’s $ 20 off!

Azumi is amazing. She has a true talent for nails. Her designs are u like anything that you will see at regular saloons. We stayed at the hilton village and could walk over in less than 15 minutes! We got amazing pedicures, I love that they use disposable liners for their pedicures so my feet aren’t in a tub where others people feet have been! They are so clean and meticulous with their work, my feet have never looked so good.
I recommend getting the gel because it lasts forever and the work they do is just amazing, it’s safe for your nails and does t damage them… And the art… oh the art is just unbelievable! Her Japanese style of doing nails is so much Better than any other place!
Got get pampered by is award winning salon, worth every penny!

I loved Azumi nail! First the environment is very relaxing and clean. It gives off a Japanese vibe which is also fun! Also the owner Azumi is very friendly which is also the reason why I gave her 5 stars because she definately has great customer service as a priority. Another reason is, I personally have a son who is still very young but cannot sit still, and Azumi has a separate room dedicated to mothers who have children. So mothers who need to get your nails done but don’t have a babysitter, you’re welcome. There are many other reasons why I gave this place 5 stars but over all I would recommend this place to anyone because the over all experience is a must try! As for the nails I loved them! They are very simple but still elegant and beautiful! I can’t wait to show them off!!!

Azumi is awesome at what she does and I can see why she won all those nail awards! I’m no nail expert but I am definitely a nail fiend and I noticed that her nail technique was very precise. She has a large selection and samples of nails… there were so many cute designs that I didn’t even know where to begin. The staff and her were really friendly and welcoming. I also liked the how big and spacious her place was! Most Japanese salons here are kind of small. Overall, I had a good experience and would go back again :)

This place is a rip off. 10 dollars per color you use, and basic pedi is 40. You get a 5 min massage, they don’t even allow you to sit and dry your toes. Ill never go back.

This nail shop is rather hidden, with the entrance on the side of the building adjacent to Shokudo. I live close by, which is really how I found this place to begin with, so I just walked from home. The lady that did my nails did say that they validate up to an hour of parking. So be warned, if you plan on getting alot of nail art done, better to park at Ala Moana (Macy’s side) and just walk over so you don’t have to pay additional parking fees.
The shop itself is rather spacious. 4 nail stations on the left and a small sitting area on the right. In the back of the shop on the left is a room which the owner will be converting to a nail school (kudos to her) and to the right with a pink roof is their «pedicure room.»
I’ve been getting Calgel on my nails for about 4 years now. However, this is the first nail salon I’ve been to that uses gelish for a base and top coat and a «soak off» nail product, similar to Calgel, as the actual color/​nail design. I have to admit, I was rather turned off at first, being that I’m not a big fan of gelish. But the lady did a pretty good job with my french manicure, which I’ve come to learn can be very difficult with Calgel. The true test will be in the lifetime of the gel. If it lasts at least 2 weeks, I’ll be happy and will probably return.
As far as price goes, my french manicure was $ 65 plus tax and tip. For Calgel/​gelish, I suppose that’s in between-​ish in price. So long as the fill isn’t something ridiculous like $ 45, I think I’ll live.