J Salon & Phil's Barber Shop

Reviews

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  Gretchen Valentin

  Feb 19, 2026
  5.0
  Ari gave me a precise and very technical cut. I have a difficult time finding her level expertise in Hawaii in general so I am very pleased to have found her.
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  Karina Hernandez

  Feb 17, 2026
  5.0
  I’ve been coming to J Salon for a while now, mostly for blowouts—but this time I came in for root color and sat down with a talented colorist who had a clear plan and the expertise to back it up. She took me somewhere I hadn’t explored before, color-wise, and I left feeling transformed. After several weeks, though, I realized the new look just wasn’t settling into me less a reflection of her work, which was genuinely excellent, and more about my own relationship with change. With a touch-up appointment already on the books, I found myself needing something sooner, so I came back and was seen by Ari. From the moment she sat down with me, what struck me most wasn’t just her skill it was her character. She started with a real consultation, asking the right questions to understand not just what I wanted to change but why. She didn’t just listen—she heard me. Then she walked me through her recommendation clearly and confidently, so I understood exactly what she was going to do and why it would work. And work it did. Ari neutralized the red and brassy tones that had been bothering me and replaced them with something softer, warmer, and more dimensional. The kind of color that moves with you and catches light in a way that feels effortless. She honored the integrity of the larger hair plan already in motion while making the color feel unmistakably like me again. That balance is harder to achieve than it sounds. But beyond the technical brilliance, what stays with me is not once did Ari undermine her coworkers work. She stepped in with grace, respected what had been built, and made it better. She’s the kind of professional who lifts people up her clients and her coworkers. That’s rare, and it doesn’t go unnoticed. This place literally has top experts from blow outs to hair cuts to color specialist.
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  Jolie Stewart

  Feb 16, 2026
  5.0
  Scarlette is a hair genius! She always takes the time to make sure she understands what I'm looking for in a haircut before she starts. She's careful, methodical and so skilled as an artist!
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  DAL

  Feb 11, 2026
  5.0
  Great ambiance and a very welcoming front desk. Joanne is an excellent stylist, professional, attentive, and truly listens to what I want. I always leave feeling refreshed and happy with my hair. Highly recommend!
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  Ari Matsumura

  Jan 30, 2026
  5.0
  My visit to J Salon was top notch from the get. I was immediately welcomed by the staff with warm smiles. They thanked me for choosing their salon and guided me to my chair. I booked an appointment with Joe and he delivered a 5 star experience. Can't wait to go back!