WORKSHOP
Design Your Own HANKO in Kamakura!
We can show you several ways to write your name in Japanese and make an original HANKO as a unique souvenir of your trip. After you design your HANKO, we will engrave your name.
Your original HANKO will be ready any time during the afternoon of your visit!
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LEARN
Discover the history and culture of the Japanese HANKO seal.
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SELECT A MATERIAL
Choose from acrylic in your preferred color, or premium options such as gemstones, horn, and traditional Japanese woods (additional fee applies).
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CHOOSE A PICKUP TIME
You can pick up your Hanko any time in the afternoon on the day of your experience. While your Hanko is being engraved, why not explore the historic city of Kamakura? From our shop, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Zeniarai Benten Shrine, and Yuigahama Beach are all within a 10-to-30-minute walk.
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DESIGN
Choose the type of hanko you would like to make (Hiragana, Katakana, or Kanji) and choose a font. We will help you write your name in Japanese using characters that reflect your personality.
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CHOOSE A CASE
We have more than 100 kinds of traditional handicraft cases made by Yamanashi craftsmen.
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ENGRAVING THE HANKO
We engrave each Hanko on-site. The process takes approximately 30 to 180 minutes per piece.
OUR PLANS
If you'd like to join one of our workshops, please select a plan below and we will respond promptly.
