Ritsu Hirayama
Senior Stylist | Colorist
Born in Tokyo and raised in Niigata, Japan, Ritsu began her career as a hairstylist in Tokyo in 1999, building more than a decade of experience before bringing her craft to New York City in 2013. She spent three years working in a Nolita salon, developing her perspective within downtown Manhattan’s creative hair and fashion scene.
Ritsu joined LAICALE SoHo in 2019, bringing together the precision of her Japanese training with the effortless, individual style of New York. She has a particular passion for short hair and bob cuts, where strong technique, clean lines, and thoughtful shaping make all the difference.
Known for her attention to detail and personalized approach, Ritsu creates cuts that complement each client’s features, hair texture, and lifestyle. Whether it’s a sharp, structured bob or a softer, more lived-in short cut, her goal is hair that feels modern, flattering, and distinctly individual.