Make Your Own "Hanko" Seal & Local Shopping Walk by NINJA GO TOURS＜Tokyo Shinjuku / 60min＞

Highlights

• Suggestion of a Kanji name with good meanings and stroke counts based on the guide's interview.
• Full guide support for material selection and ordering procedures at the Hanko specialty shop.
• Guidance to unique shops in Shinjuku 3-chome tailored to your hobbies.
• A special "Retro Restaurant Map" made by the guide, presented to you so you can enjoy your time after the tour.
• Children 12 and under are free. Perfect for a family cultural experience (Hanko fee is not included).

What to expect

Uncover Shinjuku's best spots on this guided Tokyo shopping tour. Design your own custom Hanko seal alongside a local craftsman, explore traditional artisan shops, and enjoy a memorable hands-on culture experience.

What's included

• Guide's Custom "Retro Cafe & Dining Map"
• English-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at

11:00–18:00 (every 30 min)

Schedule

1. Meet your NINJA guide under the main Busta Shinjuku sign
2. Kanji Selection Workshop for Your Personal Hanko

   After meeting up, kick off the tour with a custom Kanji name workshop! Following Japanese naming traditions, your guide will ask about your personality, wishes, and interests to help you select the perfect Kanji characters with beautiful meanings for your seal.

   
3. Place Your Order at a Local Specialty Hanko Shop

   Once your name is decided, visit a local stamp shop to customize your Hanko. Choose from a variety of premium materials such as ivory, titanium, or traditional wood. Your guide will assist with the order to ensure a smooth, worry-free process.

   
4. Guided Souvenir Shopping Walk in Shinjuku 3-Chome

   While your Hanko is being crafted, explore the vibrant Shinjuku 3-Chome area! Customize your walk based on your interests—whether it’s kawaii anime merchandise, unique Japanese home goods, or trendy vintage fashion. Enjoy an authentic local shopping experience away from the typical tourist crowds.

   
5. Pick up your completed Hanko seal after the tour

   It takes at least 60 minutes to craft your custom Hanko stamp. You will return to the shop to pick up your completed seal on your own after the tour ends.
6. Get a special Retro Food & Cafe Map created by your guide

   The tour ends with a handmade map gift from your guide! While waiting to pick up your Hanko, you can enjoy coffee at a traditional Japanese cafe or explore the local neighborhood.
7. End of Tour

Location and Directions

• Check-in

  Busta Shinjuku

  3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 151-0051

  

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  [Meeting Point: Look for Busta Shinjuku! Meet under the main signboard]
  Address: 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 151-0051
  Access: Right in front of the "South Exit" of JR Shinjuku Station. Or go left after exiting the "Koshu-kaido Exit."
  
  [Operating Hours]
  Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Starting every 30 minutes)
  Weekends & Holidays: Not available

  You will meet your NINJA guide under the main signboard at Busta Shinjuku.

  

• Check-out

  Shinjuku

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