No Worries About Changing Last Names! New Favorite Hanko with My First Name

The Dilemma of Choosing a Name for My Hanko

As I'm getting married, my last name will change.

Regarding my new last name hanko (personal seal), I had previously made one using a "Hanko Vending Machine."

However, I was a bit worried about using it for official purposes like banking transactions because it can be easily duplicated.

So, I thought about getting a new seal. But since I plan to continue using my maiden name for work, I won't completely abandon my old name hanko either.

Therefore, I decided to create a hanko using my first name so that I can use it in any situation after marriage.

Purchasing a Hanko from "Nishino Workshop" on Rakuten Ichiba

I chose to purchase the hanko from "Nishino Workshop," which is available on Rakuten Ichiba.

"Nishino Workshop" is a shop where two Kyoto craftsmen, Mr. Seiichi Inokuchi (hand-engraved seal) and Mr. Kiminori Yamazaki (hand-finished carving), make hankos by hand.

The deciding factors for my choice were the trial price, the craftsmen's hand-engraved seal, and the hand-finished carving! Moreover, the hanko comes with a guarantee, providing peace of mind in case of any issues. It's truly a hanko shop where everything I wanted is available.

When placing the order, you need to specify whether the last name or first name should be engraved on the seal surface. I initially thought I would have to provide detailed instructions, but the material and design are already determined, so you can easily place an order.

However, the delivery time is about one month, so it may not be suitable if you have an imminent need. But if you prioritize design and price, it's highly recommended.

The New Hanko Has Arrived at Home

Now, this hanko with my first name arrived at my home the other day.

Unfortunately, I can't show the finished product because it contains personal information, but it's amazing!

The black buffalo horn material feels more solid compared to the plastic seals I have used frequently in the past, and I like it. The envelope also contains a postcard-sized "Engraving Certificate," which serves as a commemoration of when I purchased this seal.

Since I will be using the hanko for various purposes such as marriage registration and changing the bank's registered seal, I hope it will be very useful and play a significant role.