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

Overview

・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.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

Japanese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Inclusion

Engraving in katakana(Font: Simple KOIN-TAI,5characters)

Acrylic HANKO(11mm)

English guidance throughout

Original pouch

Exclusion

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)

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels