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Hanno Ozawa

Over 130 Years of Artisan Seal Craftsmanship at the Foot of Mt. Fuji

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Hanno Ozawa is a historic seal (hanko) shop founded in 1882 (Meiji 15) in Yoshiwara, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture. Situated at the foot of Mt. Fuji, the shop has preserved its traditional shopfront and heritage for over 130 years, deeply cherished by the local community.

In an era dominated by mass-produced, computer-generated seals, Hanno Ozawa stands out through its devotion to hand-finishing. The 5th-generation master artisan, Eisenn Ozawa—an acclaimed Nitten exhibition artist and First-Class Certified Seal Engraving Technician recognized by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare—handcrafts each seal as a “one-of-a-kind personal crest” intended to last a lifetime.

Features

The highlight of Hanno Ozawa is the exceptional craftsmanship and human warmth embedded in every piece. The master carefully selects only high-grade materials, such as domestic Japanese boxwood (Hon-tsuge), local Fuji cypress (Fuji Hinoki), water buffalo horn, and ivory.

Every hand-finished seal requires immense precision, as the personality of the character and subtle variations in stroke weight leave zero room for error. The resulting seal possesses an elegant texture, dignity, and uniqueness that machine-carved stamps cannot match. Create an heirloom-quality piece meant to be treasured for a lifetime.

Recommended Ways to Spend Time and Enjoy

Located in a nostalgic shopping district, the store is a 7-minute walk from Yoshiwarahoncho Station on the Gakunan Railway, or right next to the Yoshiwara Chuo Bus Terminal.

A classic purpose for visiting is commissioning an official seal (Jitsuin) or bank seal (Ginkoin) during major life milestones—such as entering the workforce, getting married, or purchasing a home. Inside the shop, visitors can carefully handle and select materials that feel natural in their grip.

For visitors and travelers seeking a hands-on memory, the shop offers a Tenkoku (Seal Carving) Workshop. Participants carve their own Rakkanin, the traditional artist seal used to sign calligraphy or paintings. Under the guidance of the master craftsman, you will design your name using ancient calligraphic characters and etch it into stone, crafting a playful, personal stamp to adorn letters, cards, or artwork.

Basic Information

・Spot Name:  Hanno Ozawa 
・Business Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
・Closed: Sundays and National Holidays
・Price: Free
・Parking: Available (3 spaces in front of the store)

Access

Address: 2-4-19 Yoshiwara, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture

Transportation

Public Transit: Approx. 7-minute walk from Gakunan Railway Yoshiwarahoncho Station, or 1-minute walk from Fujikyu Shizuoka Bus Yoshiwara Chuo Station
By Car: Approx. 10 mins from Tomei Expressway Fuji IC

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