Commission a personal work of Japanese craftsmanship in a private Kamakura atelier with a three-generation history dating back to 1898. In Japan, a personal name seal (hanko) replaces a handwritten signature. Your host, an award-winning master engraver, introduces rare examples of seal art, historic tools, and the discipline behind his craft.
Enjoy in-depth Japanese calligraphy and personally guided stone-seal carving. Create your own stone seal and complete a brushwork piece to serve as lasting mementos of your visit.
The centerpiece is your own Kamakura-bori 'Tsukino' seal. Kamakura-bori is a carved and lacquered woodcraft practiced for some 800 years. Choose from existing carved handle designs; handle motifs cannot be custom-designed. One design is limited to just 36 seals annually. Your name is then entirely hand-engraved on the seal face by a skilled artisan.
An elegant kimono-fabric seal case, a pouch for your stone seal, a signed certificate, a digital seal impression and a handwritten calligraphy model are included. The seal is completed in approximately one month. International shipping costs extra.
Take the west exit of JR Kamakura station, turn left and walk down Onari street. Turn left at the first big 5 way intersection. Kamakura Hanko is on the right side of the street.
Take the west exit of JR Kamakura station, turn left and walk down Onari street. Turn left at the first big 5 way intersection. Kamakura Hanko is on the right side of the street.
