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Hand-carved stamps made with craftsmen in Asakusa, Tokyo
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$174.37
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Do you know about Japan's very unique "Hanko culture" from a global perspective?
Hanko refers to a personalized seal with one's name engraved on it, serving as a tool for personal identification, equivalent to a signature in other countries.
Ito Inbo specializes in creating hanko that are both nature-friendly and unique, featuring designs such as cherry blossoms and portraits alongside names. They uphold the hand-carving techniques passed down since the father's generation, ensuring intricate designs are beautifully crafted.
Using natural wood for original seals is an experience unique to this shop in Japan. Consider engraving your name or a favorite design to create your own special hanko.
Explore the world's first experience of crafting seals using natural wood!
Infiltrate the workshop where female artisans preserve traditional Japanese techniques!
Carve your own original design and unleash your creativity!
Hanko refers to a personalized seal with one's name engraved on it, serving as a tool for personal identification, equivalent to a signature in other countries.
Ito Inbo specializes in creating hanko that are both nature-friendly and unique, featuring designs such as cherry blossoms and portraits alongside names. They uphold the hand-carving techniques passed down since the father's generation, ensuring intricate designs are beautifully crafted.
Using natural wood for original seals is an experience unique to this shop in Japan. Consider engraving your name or a favorite design to create your own special hanko.
Explore the world's first experience of crafting seals using natural wood!
Infiltrate the workshop where female artisans preserve traditional Japanese techniques!
Carve your own original design and unleash your creativity!
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Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- The 'Hanko' created during the experience
- A vermilion inkpad
- English Interpreter
- Tools for the Experience
- Materials (Natural Wood)
- Experience fee
- Souvenirs Available at the Workshop
- Transportation costs to the experience location
Meeting point
Meeting point：Ito Inbo Workshop - 1st Floor
Access：
・10 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Iriya Station on the Tokyo metro Hibiya Line.
・11 minutes on foot from Exit A2 of Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express.
・17 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Tawaramachi Station on the Tokyo metro Ginza Line.
Return details
Meeting point：Ito Inbo Workshop - 1st Floor
Access：
・10 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Iriya Station on the Tokyo metro Hibiya Line.
・11 minutes on foot from Exit A2 of Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express.
・17 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Tawaramachi Station on the Tokyo metro Ginza Line.
Seal Making Experience
This guided experience involves carving your preferred design onto a seal using carving tools. While some skill is required for hand-carving, the artisans, who exude kindness and passion, provide thorough guidance. These unique seals, crafted only in Japan, make perfect souvenirs or gifts for both yourself and friends.
Overview of the Seal
The Material: Small twigs of natural wood, such as Sakura or Sansho; Length: Approximately 10 centimeters and Pattern: You can create an original pattern with guidance from the artisan.
Complex patterns may have a higher difficulty level and may not be feasible within the allotted time. (The image is for illustration purposes, and the actual pattern may vary.)
This guided experience involves carving your preferred design onto a seal using carving tools. While some skill is required for hand-carving, the artisans, who exude kindness and passion, provide thorough guidance. These unique seals, crafted only in Japan, make perfect souvenirs or gifts for both yourself and friends.
Overview of the Seal
The Material: Small twigs of natural wood, such as Sakura or Sansho; Length: Approximately 10 centimeters and Pattern: You can create an original pattern with guidance from the artisan.
Complex patterns may have a higher difficulty level and may not be feasible within the allotted time. (The image is for illustration purposes, and the actual pattern may vary.)
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Hand-carved stamps made with craftsmen in Asakusa, Tokyo
Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$174.37
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!