Japanese Stone Seal (Hanko) Craft Workshop
About this workshop
Create your own unique Japanese stone seal and take home a meaningful souvenir from Japan.
In Japan, personal seals (known as hanko or inkan) have traditionally been used in place of signatures for official documents, contracts, and everyday paperwork. Today, they are also popular for artwork, letters, notebooks, and personal collections.
During this hands-on workshop, you will carve your own stone seal under the guidance of a certified seal craftsman. The stone used in the workshop is specially selected for beginners and is easy to carve while still producing a beautiful finished piece.
You may choose to carve your nickname, initials, or a simple design. If you would like to use Japanese kanji, the craftsman can suggest suitable characters and explain their meanings, helping you create a seal that is both personal and meaningful. The craftsman can also assist you in creating Japanese characters in hiragana, katakana, or kanji.
No prior carving experience is required. The craftsman will guide and assist you throughout the process, making this workshop suitable even for complete beginners.
Once completed, your seal can be used to decorate letters, sign artwork, stamp business cards, or simply serve as a memorable keepsake from your trip to Japan.
Instructor
This workshop is led by a craftsman certified with the First-Class Seal Engraving Skills Certification (Insho Ginou Kentei Level 1), one of Japan’s highest qualifications in seal engraving. Whether you are creating a seal for practical use or as a unique souvenir, you will receive expert guidance throughout the workshop.
Workshop Overview
- Location: Near Osaka Metro Yodoyabashi Station
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour
- Availability: Monday–Saturday, 10:00–17:00
Price
1 person: ¥18,500
2 people: ¥12,500 per person
3 people: ¥10,500 per person
4 people: ¥8,750 per person
For groups of 5 or more, please contact us for pricing and availability. Please note that the workshop location may be changed depending on the group size and venue availability.
Included :
- Workshop fee
- English interpreter
- One stone seal (standard size: approx. 1.5 cm square)
Optional Upgrades:
Different materials and larger seal sizes are available upon request on the day of the workshop.
Additional fees may apply depending on the material and size selected.
Workshop Flow
Decide what you would like to put on your seal, such as your nickname, initials, or a simple design.
If you would like to use hiragana, katakana, or kanji, the craftsman will help you choose suitable characters. For kanji, the craftsman can also suggest characters based on their meaning and explain what they represent.
The craftsman will show you how to use the carving tools and guide you through the process. No previous carving experience is necessary.
Carefully carve your chosen characters or design into the stone with the help of the craftsman.
After you finish carving, the craftsman will carefully add the finishing touches to your seal. You can then take your unique handmade Japanese stone seal home with you.