Ink Pad

A Wooden Ink Pad for Japanese Hanko Seals

Ink Pad 30 and Ink Pad 50 bring the warmth of natural wood to the traditional act of using a Japanese hanko or inkan seal.

Designed for professionals, Japanese stationery enthusiasts, and anyone who values carefully made everyday tools, each ink pad combines genuine wood with reliable Shachihata vermilion ink.

Made for Important Documents and Everyday Use

A hanko ink pad is a small tool, but it often appears at important moments when documents need to be formally sealed.

The natural wood case gives that familiar action a more considered feel, whether used at an office desk, during a business meeting, or when handling personal documents at home.

Choose Ink Pad 30 for Portability

Ink Pad 30 is the compact option, designed for people who want to carry a quality vermilion ink pad with them.

Its screw-top lid closes securely for easier transport, while the 32 mm (1.26-inch) ink surface provides a practical size for everyday Japanese seals. At approximately 30 grams, it fits easily into a business bag, desk pouch, or drawer.

Choose Ink Pad 50 for Comfortable Desk Use

Ink Pad 50 offers a larger ink surface and an easy-to-open lid for frequent use at a desk or workplace.

The 54 mm (2.13-inch) ink surface provides more room when applying ink to a seal, while the simple lift-off lid opens and closes smoothly. Its larger wooden body also gives it a more substantial presence on a desk.

Crafted in Japan from Natural Wood

Each wooden case is carefully shaped and finished in Japan by skilled woodworkers to highlight the natural grain of Cherry or Walnut.

Rather than covering a plastic case with a wood pattern, the body itself is made from genuine natural wood. The result is a functional office tool with the warmth and individuality of a material that no two pieces share in exactly the same way.

Choose Warm Cherry or Refined Walnut

Cherry and Walnut give the same simple form two distinctly different characters.

Cherry has a warm, gentle tone that gradually deepens with age, while Walnut features a rich dark-brown grain with a calm, understated appearance. Both bring a natural sense of refinement to a desk or workspace.

Natural Wood That Develops Character Over Time

Natural wood gradually changes in color and character through light, handling, and everyday use.

The ink pad may begin as a beautifully finished office tool, but over the years its changing tone and familiar feel can make it increasingly personal. These subtle changes are part of the appeal of choosing real wood for something designed to be used repeatedly.

Refill the Ink and Keep Using It

Ink Pad 30 and Ink Pad 50 are designed to remain useful after the original ink begins to run low.

Instead of replacing the entire ink pad, replenish it with Shachihata OG-20 refill ink. This allows the wooden case to stay in use for years and makes the product more than a short-lived stationery item.

A Small Detail That Elevates the Desk

The rounded wooden form gives a familiar office tool a quieter and more refined presence.

Placed beside a notebook, fountain pen, or wooden seal case, it becomes part of a considered workspace rather than something that needs to be hidden away after use.

A Thoughtful Gift for Japanese Stationery Enthusiasts

A wooden hanko ink pad makes a distinctive gift for someone who appreciates Japanese stationery, natural materials, and practical objects with a story behind them.

It is especially suitable for a new job, promotion, new office, business milestone, or for someone building a collection of traditional Japanese writing and desk accessories. Choosing Cherry or Walnut adds a personal touch without compromising everyday usefulness.

Which Size Is Right for You?

Ink Pad 30 is best suited to portability, while Ink Pad 50 provides a larger ink surface and easier access for regular desk use.

If you often carry your seal and ink pad together, the screw-top Ink Pad 30 is the more convenient choice. If the ink pad will remain mainly on a desk, the larger Ink Pad 50 offers a more comfortable everyday experience.

Care and Use Considerations

Always close the lid securely when the ink pad is not in use to help maintain the condition of the vermilion ink.

When replenishing the ink, use Shachihata OG-20 refill ink. Using an unsuitable ink may affect performance.

Because natural wood is used, grain and color vary from piece to piece and may differ slightly from the product photographs. Avoid dropping the case, applying excessive force, or exposing it to fire, excessive moisture, extreme dryness, high temperatures, or prolonged direct sunlight.

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Dimensions

Ink Pad 30

Body Diameter: 50.00 mm (1.97 inches)
Height: 25.00 mm (0.98 inches)
Ink Pad Diameter: 32.00 mm (1.26 inches)

Ink Pad 50

Body Diameter: 74.00 mm (2.91 inches)
Height: 26.00 mm (1.02 inches)
Ink Pad Diameter: 54.00 mm (2.13 inches)

Weight

Ink Pad 30: Approx. 30 grams (1.06 ounces)
Ink Pad 50: Approx. 70 grams (2.47 ounces)

Material

Natural wood
Cherry / Walnut

Finish

Clear urethane finish

Ink

Shachihata vermilion ink (Eco(s))
Compatible refill ink: Shachihata OG-20

Lid Type

Ink Pad 30: Screw-top lid for easier portability
Ink Pad 50: Lift-off lid for smooth everyday opening and closing

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