Kyoto Traditional Hanko Stamp Workshop – Make a Unique Souvenir

5.0 (6 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Create more than a souvenir — create your identity in Kyoto.

This exclusive workshop is led by a husband-and-wife team recognized as First-Class Seal Engraving Technicians, All-Japan Meister artisans, and officially designated Kyoto traditional craft masters. Unlike standard craft experiences, you will learn directly from nationally certified experts who have dedicated their lives to preserving Kyoto’s 1,200-year-old seal-making tradition.

Enjoy rare access to an authentic working studio and receive personal guidance in a small-group setting. Every seal is carefully handcrafted by you, making it a meaningful symbol of your connection to Japan.

Experience highlights:
Learn from certified master artisans recognized at the national level
Discover the 1,200-year history of Kyoto’s traditional seal craftsmanship
Design and hand-carve your own personalized Japanese name seal
Take home a beautifully finished hanko in an elegant case

What's included

  • Engraving Fee
  • Original Hanko seal
  • A Professional Local Guide
  • Personal purchases
  • Transportation fees

What to expect

Create your own authentic Japanese hanko stamp in Kyoto under the guidance of master artisans and take home a truly personal souvenir.
This exclusive workshop is hosted by a husband-and-wife team of certified master seal engravers, recognized as First-Class Seal Engraving Technicians, All-Japan Meister artisans, and officially designated Kyoto traditional craft masters.

With over 1,200 years of history, Kyoto’s traditional seal craftsmanship (Kyo-Insho) has been carefully preserved and passed down through generations. In this hands-on experience, you will design and carve your own personalized name seal while learning about the cultural and historical significance of hanko in Japan.

No prior experience is required. The artisans will guide you step by step, ensuring you create a beautifully finished stamp that reflects your identity. More than just a souvenir, this is an opportunity to connect with authentic Kyoto craftsmanship and living tradition.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting near the entrance of Kyoto City Central Library. They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service "YURAGI," so please use that as a reference point to meet up. If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.

End point

Your guide will be waiting near the entrance of Kyoto City Central Library. They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service "YURAGI," so please use that as a reference point to meet up. If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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