Kamakura

Kamakura: A 4th-Gen Master Carves Your Own Name Seal (Hanko)

5.0(25 reviews)50 minFree cancellation

Description

・Learn the history of the hanko in English — and why a personal seal still represents identity in Japan ・Watch a nationally certified First-Grade seal engraver at work, up close at his own bench ・See the traditional tools of the trade and learn how each one is used — the craft, not just the finished piece ・Discover how your name can be written in Japanese, and choose the characters for your own seal ・Not a craft class. A personal commission from a working atelier A craftsman carves your seal — you watch it take shape. Curious how your name looks in Japanese? We’ll show you several ways it can be written, then design and engrave an original seal just for you. In Japan, personal seals have long been used in place of signatures on important documents and remain closely tied to personal identity. Everything is explained in English, directly by the engraver at his workbench — including the tools he uses and the purpose of each one. Your finished seal will be ready later that afternoon.

Highlights

Historical Tours
Painting Classes
Wedding Ceremonies
Craft Classes
Language Classes
Wedding Packages
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability
Pottery Classes
Excellent Quality

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Giapponese, Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

Engraving in katakana(Font: Simple KOIN-TAI,5characters)
Acrylic HANKO(11mm)
English guidance throughout
Original pouch

Not included

Upgraded materials: buffalo horn, premium woods, gemstone
Kanji engraving / typeface upgrade
HANKO case
Red INK
Shipping (if you prefer not to collect the same afternoon)

Itinerary

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Meet a Master Hanko Engraver in Kamakura Your name. Your ow
Meet a Master Hanko Engraver in Kamakura Your name. Your own seal. Made for you in Kamakura. Elsewhere, you carve it yourself. Here, a fourth-generation engraver creates it for you. Meet a craftsman with Japan’s First-Grade National Trade Certification in Seal Engraving. Learn about hanko culture, choose your name design, and watch your seal being finished by hand. What You’ll Experience 1. Learn Discover the history of hanko and how seals are used in Japan. 2. Design(Font: Simple KOIN-TAI) Choose your name in katakana, commonly used for foreign names. Kanji is also available. 3. Choose Your Material Acrylic HANKO is included. Buffalo horn and premium woods are available for an extra fee. 4. Watch the Craftsman See traditional tools and watch the engraver finish your seal by hand. Questions and photos are welcome. 5. Take Home Your Seal A professional engraver creates a personalized seal bearing your name. Your seal will be ready later the same day. Collection or shipping is available. Good to Know Morning sessions only. Please arrive on time. About 20 minutes from Yokohama and under one hour from central Tokyo. One name. One craftsman. One seal made for you in Kamakura.

Meeting point

Just 55 min from Tokyo, 20 min from Yokohama, and a 2-min walk from JR Kamakura Station's West Exit. Turn left, walk down Onari Street, then left at the first large 5-way intersection; we are on the right. Please be punctual — your seal is prepared in advance, and sessions are morning only.