Kamakura Hanko鎌倉はんこ

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A Special Seal Available Only in Kamakura A One-of-a-Kind Creation Found Nowhere Else

"Kamakura Hanko" offers the creation of "Auspicious Seal" (by reservation only), making it an ideal choice for those seeking a lifelong, meaningful seal. The experience provides a delightful opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese culture while enjoying the charm of Kamakura.

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  The World’s Only Culture of "Insho" Seals

  Seals represent a uniquely Japanese tradition that signifies one’s legally protected rights, obligations, and ownership, serving as a means of mutual trust and commitment. This practice embodies the Japanese way of life and identity, often associated with sincerity and diligence.

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  Kamakura-Origin Auspicious Seal"Tsukino Kissou-in"

  Over 30 types of high-quality Koshu-brand seal materials are carefully selected through a strict process. The stroke count of each name is examined to design the seal face, and every character is engraved by hand. Each piece is then blessed at one of Kamakura’s most revered shrines, resulting in an Auspicious Seal imbued with good fortune.

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  A Fortunate "Auspicious Seal" Worth Waiting Months to Receive

  At "Kamakura Hanko", visitors can examine materials, sizes, cases, and fonts firsthand to find an irreplaceable seal that perfectly suits them and can be cherished for a lifetime. To ensure a truly satisfying selection experience, the shop operates on a reservation-only basis.

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  Seal-Making Experience at "Tsukino Inbo"

  An experience that allows participants to design and create a personal seal to last a lifetime. Limited to one group per day, the workshop is guided by a craftsman who provides careful support, ensuring that even first-time participants can craft registered and bank seals comparable in quality to those made at professional seal shops.

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  Kamakura, the Birthplace of Japan’s Seal and Certification Culture

  Even today, seals remain an essential item in Japan, symbolizing personal trust and authenticity. According to the owner, "It was here in Kamakura that Japan’s culture of certification began, through the "Hanshi" ceremony of the Kamakura period, in which young men, upon coming of age (Genpuku), were permitted to use a kao—a stylized signature mark symbolizing authority."

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