Tanabata – 七夕

The Tanabata Festival, also known as the “Star Festival,” is celebrated every year on July 7th in Japan. Its origin dates back to the Heian period (794-1185) and it is …

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Children’s day 

Kodomo no Hi, also known as Children’s Day, is a Japanese national holiday that takes place on May 5th each year. Its origins lie in an ancient Chinese tradition of …

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Japanese Masks 

Traditional Japanese masks have been used for centuries. Their origin can be traced back to the ancient Japanese samurai culture. The masks were primarily used for protection during battle, and …

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Hinamatsuri

Hinamatsuri, or the “Doll Festival,” takes place in Japan on March 3rd each year. The festival is a time for families to honor their daughters and pray for their happiness …

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Daruma

Every beginning of March, in Tokyo, you can join one of Japan’s three biggest daruma doll markets at the Jindaiji Temple during the Yakuyoke Ganzan Jie Daishi Festival. Daruma dolls …

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Yamayaki Festival

The Festival Yamayaki, or “Mountain Burning Festival” is an annual event that takes place on the fourth Saturday of January on Mount Wakakusa in Nara, Japan. This festival has been …

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A Brief story of Hanko

Japanese Hanko, also known as inkan or stamp, is a small seal used for signing documents and identifying personal belongings in Japan. Hanko dates back to the 8th century, when …

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Some hankos design

We are happy to introduce some hanko designs. If you like our original made Hanko about this topic why not make your own ! There is a Hanko for everyone …

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