Ittotaiheisekai
Before you buy
The Suigenkyo Online Store carries handmade works by artisans from all over Japan.
Please note that the design, etc. may differ slightly from the photo due to the handmade nature of the product.
Please be aware that there may be a delay in reflecting the inventory of one-of-a-kind items because they are also sold by the artisans, and they may be out of stock. In such cases, we will cancel your order.
Shipping
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Delivery Services
- Japan Post
- DHL
Delivery Time
- If the item is in stock, it will be dispatched within approximately one week.
- If the item is out of stock, the production time varies depending on the product. Please check the Delivery Date in the Material & Caution section of the product description.
Last updated: 9/3/2024
Product Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?
Product Story
General Product Information
This seal is handmade by a skilled craftsman.
Ittotaiheisekai means that the whole world is a peaceful place.
The Kyoto seal is characterized by its elaborate workmanship and high level of artistry. Kyoto seal craftsmen carefully carve each seal one by one while following traditional techniques. Therefore, each Kyoto seal is a unique work of art.
The Kyoto Seal is also characterized by its high durability. It is made using high-quality stone, so it will maintain its beauty even after hundreds of years. For this reason, Kyoto seals are often cherished as family heirlooms that are passed down from generation to generation.
【Click here to order a custom-made seal that can be personalized with your favorite characters.】
Product History
When did these crafts start to craft?:1200 years ago / 800AD / Heian period in Japan
The history of the Kyoto seal is old and can be traced back to the Heian period. During the Heian period, the use of seals became popular among the imperial court and aristocrats, and many seal makers gathered in the capital, Kyoto. The seals made by them became known both domestically and internationally for their elaborate workmanship and high level of artistry.
After the Kamakura period, the use of seals spread to samurai and common people. Then, in the Edo period, Kyoto seals began to be distributed all over the country, and their popularity increased even further. Even today, the Kyoto seal is loved by many people as the highest quality seal.
Craftsman Story
Craftsman Profile
Yoshihiko Kawai / Shoko Kawai / Kawamasa Inbo
Yoshihiko Kawai is the third generation owner of Kawamasa Inbo, a stamp shop in Kyoto with a history of over 70 years.
The couple creates reliable, high-quality seals using a variety of carefully selected materials such as wood and bamboo.
We hope that everyone will be able to find a "one-of-a-kind stamp in the world.
Craftsman Passion
"Creating the Kyoto Seal 1000 years ahead"
Kyoto seals are loved by many people because of their history and tradition, as well as their elaborate craftsmanship and high artistry.
As the pinnacle of seals, we continue to produce Kyoto seal every day so that it continues to shine in people's lives.
Your Contribution to Craftsman
Customer Voice
Due to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!
Income for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?
As written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. There are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer / craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!
We made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.
Current state of the Crafts Market / Benefits brought by Suigenkyo
Measurement
Width:4.5cm
Depth:4.5cm
Height:6cm
Weight:100g
Material & Caution
Materials
Wood
Caution
Individual Difference
Each piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.
Delivery Date
Please note that it will take about two months for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.