Japanese Family Crests – Meanings, Origins & Designs in English and Japanese
At Shodocafe7557, we introduce traditional Japanese family crests (kamon) with bilingual explanations in both English and Japanese.
Kamon are symbolic emblems passed down through generations, each design carrying cultural significance, beauty, and a story of lineage.
This page showcases 15 iconic kamon—including Maru ni Tachibana and Mitsudomoe—explaining their origins, meanings, and historical background.
Find your favorite kamon and explore how it can be featured on custom tote bags or keychains.
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About Japanese Family Crests (Kamon)
“Kamon” are traditional Japanese family crests that symbolize and represent a family or clan. Passed down for hundreds of years, kamon served as a visual emblem to indicate lineage and familial ties, primarily among samurai and noble families. Even today, they appear on ceremonial clothing, gravestones, and buildings, signifying pride and a connection to one’s heritage.
Which is your favorite family crest?
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Customizable Tote Bag with Japanese Family Crests (Kamon) and Kanji
We sell customizable tote bags featuring Japanese family crests (kamon) and kanji. Choose your favorite crest and characters—such as ‘龍’—and we’ll craft a unique, made-in-Tokyo piece. Perfect as a cultural gift or travel keepsake. Lead time varies by design.
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Shodocafe 7557 – Japanese Calligraphy Café
2 F Crest Roppongi, 7-9-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032
3-min walk from Roppongi Station (Exit 7, Oedo & Hibiya Lines)
10-min walk from The National Art Center & Roppongi Hills
Shodocafe7557 Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Roppongi
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group of 10-15, please let us know.
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