Join Us for Anime Ink: Artcade – A Tattoo & Anime Crossover Event!

✨ Join Us for Anime Ink: Artcade – A Tattoo & Anime Crossover Event! ✨

July 20th, 2025 | 🕛 12PM–6PM

Alchemy Tattoo & Gallery – 26 W St Charles Rd, Lombard, IL

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind event that blends tattoo artistry, anime fandom, and arcade fun! We’re thrilled to be teaming up with the Anime Magic! Convention to host Anime Ink: Artcade — a tattoo experience and artist showcase designed for anime lovers, collectors, and creatives of all kinds.

Here’s what you can expect at the event:

🎨 Live Anime Tattooing – Get tattooed from talented guest artists specializing in anime, manga, and pop culture pieces. Choose from curated flash designs — or Gatchapon!

🕹️ Pop-Up Arcade by Night City Arcade – Japanese rhythm games games! All machines will be set to free play for guests during the event.

🍬 Yuki’s Snack & Claw Pop-Up Market – Grab your favorite Japanese snacks, drinks.

🖼️ Anime-Inspired Art Gallery – Discover original artwork, prints, accessories, and artist-made goods. Everything will be available for purchase, with 100% of sales going directly to the creators.

💖 Call for Art Is Open!Are you an artist who loves anime, manga, or Japanese culture? We’d love to feature your work in our gallery! We’re currently accepting submissions for artwork and handmade goods.🔗 Submit your work here!

This event is free to attend and open to the public — come hang out, get tattooed, play games, shop art, and connect with fellow fans and creatives. Whether you're an anime convention veteran or just love cool art, Anime Ink: Artcade is for you!

Follow us on Instagram for artist announcements and event updates: @alchemytattoogallery