I had a haircut with Mai this time.
I tried to describe what I wanted Mai using words like "funky" and "interesting". To her credit, she was able to decipher what I was OK with in concrete terms. After about 5 minutes of clarification, we were off to the races.
She was the consummate professional -- I have heard how thick my hair is MULTIPLE times from hairdressers and she didn't say anything. Mai also has great technique with head massages.
I left a fresh new hairstyle I wouldn't have received if I hadn't trusted Mai. Consider me a satisfied customer.
[As already mentioned, Kamiya has recently upped their prices to $45.]