Ya dude! You took the plunge! It was uncomfortable as fuck the first time, but the following day it was no big deal. No one gives a crap, they are just there to get clean and go on with their day.
I've got a tat so kinda a no-no, but I didn't know my first time here and somehow got away with it.
Ya man once I did it the first time I was ready for more, such a calming, yet exhilarating experience at the same time... and wow I am surprised that you were able to slip through the cracks with that, but hey I'm glad you were able to participate in such a wondrous Japanese experience! Respect from me to you @rt395