Product Description

The Personal Seal Black Buffalo (13.5mm – 18mm) is made from authentic black buffalo horn, a dense, durable material favored for its refined texture and timeless appearance. Available in larger sizes, this seal is ideal for individuals seeking bold, clear impressions for official and personal use. Whether used for banking, business contracts, or personal identification, this seal offers the perfect balance of elegance, tradition, and reliability.

Key Features

• Authentic Material: Made from natural black buffalo horn, known for its strength, weight, and luxurious sheen.
• Traditional Craftsmanship: Carefully polished to a smooth finish for high-quality engraving and sharp impressions.
• Durability: Highly resistant to wear, ideal for long-term and frequent use.
• Elegant Design: Polished black horn offers a classic, prestigious look suitable for professional settings.
• Sizes Available: Choose from 13.5mm, 15mm, 16.5mm, and 18mm diameters, perfect for jitsuin (official registered seals) or large-format stamps.

Recommended Uses

• Jitsuin (実印): For official registration with city offices, property transactions, or banking.
• Ginkōin (銀行印): For use with bank accounts and financial paperwork.
• Mitomein (認印): For everyday document stamping and casual use.
• Professional & Legal Documents: Especially ideal for those in business, law, or administration who need bold and clear stamping.

Cultural & Writing Guidelines

• Name Layout:
  • Men: Typically use full name (vertical layout preferred).
  • Women: May use full name or given name, written horizontally from right to left.
• Script Orientation:
  • Kanji, Kana, Katakana: Typically engraved vertically.
  • Alphabet (Romanized): Best engraved horizontally for readability.

Font Styles Available

Choose from six traditional Japanese scripts for a personalized aesthetic:

1. Inso-tai (印相体) – Seal Script: Traditional and stylized
2. Tenkoku (篆刻) – Old Seal Style: Formal and ornate
3. Reisho (隷書体) – Clerical Script: Historical and bold
4. Kaisho (楷書体) – Regular Script: Clear and readable
5. Gyōsho (行書体) – Semi-cursive Script: Elegant and flowing
6. Sōsho (草書体) – Cursive Script: Artistic and stylized

Technical Specifications

Size	Weight	Max Characters
13.5mm	11g	Up to 9 characters
15.0mm	14g	Up to 12 characters
16.5mm	16g	Up to 12 characters
18.0mm	18g	Up to 12 characters

• Material: Natural Black Buffalo Horn
• Seal Shape: Round
• Seal Type: Personal Use
• Delivery: Available via standard mail
• Seal Case: Sold separately

Shipping

We offer free shipping within Japan—just provide your local address (home, office, or hotel), and your personal Hanko will be delivered safely and quickly.

International shipping is also available to the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Thailand, and most European countries including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, and more. A $40 flat international shipping fee applies.

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Care Instructions

• Avoid Moisture: Keep your seal dry and away from high humidity to prevent warping.
• Store Properly: Use a padded seal case to protect the surface from scratches and maintain shape.
• Clean Gently: Wipe gently with a soft cloth after use to remove ink residue.

Why Choose a Black Buffalo Seal?

Prestige & Presentation: Ideal for those who value a classic, professional look
Longevity: Naturally strong and resistant to cracking or chipping
Clarity: Offers crisp, detailed impressions every time
Tradition: A favored material in Japan for generations of craftsmen

Perfect For:

• Professionals and business owners
• New graduates entering the workforce
• Residents registering their jitsuin for banking or government use
• Individuals who value tradition and craftsmanship

Invest in a seal that reflects your identity with strength and sophistication.
Order your Black Buffalo Horn Inkan/Hanko today and make your mark—literally and symbolically—with every impression.