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Traditional HANKO Culture from Nihonbashi

Hoshino Inbo is located in Nihonbashi, Tokyo.
Nihonbashi has been an important commercial district since the Edo period, where merchants and craftsmen gathered for hundreds of years.
Hanko played an important role in Japanese business culture,
especially for agreements and trade.
Even today, Japanese hanko remain an important part of Japanese culture and craftsmanship.

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In-Store Consultation Available

In Japan, hanko are commonly used for official procedures,
banking, business, and daily paperwork.
There are different types of hanko depending on the purpose,
such as personal use, banking, or official registration.
At our store, we provide in-person consultation to help each customer choose the right hanko, including size, lettering style, and materials.
We also offer practical custom hanko support for foreign residents living in Japan.

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Custom Kanji Name Hanko for International Visitors

One of our most popular products is custom kanji name hanko.
We create unique Japanese-style names using kanji characters based on:
pronunciation, meaning, image and balance
Each hanko is individually designed to match the customer.
As a Japanese name hanko or Japanese cultural souvenir, many visitors choose them as a special memory from Tokyo.

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Easy Access from Tokyo Station

Our Nihonbashi location is easily accessible from Tokyo Station.
Many visitors stop by while exploring: Nihonbashi, Ginza, central Tokyo.
A custom Japanese hanko can become a memorable part of your trip to Japan.

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Preserving Japanese Hanko Culture

As digital systems become more common, the environment surrounding hanko is changing.
However, Japanese hanko culture still reflects important values such as respect for names, craftsmanship, traditional design, and personal identity.
Through hanko-making, Hoshino Inbo hopes to continue sharing this unique part of Japanese culture with customers from around the world.