19A commemorative stamp for entering Toyama Castle! Toyama Castle Goshuin (castle stamp)
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The family crests of Sasa Narimasa and the Maeda family, lords of the Toyama domain
Here are some castle stamp designs I've created!
Are you familiar with "Gojoin," the popular souvenir of visiting castles?
In recent years, they have been sold at castles all over Japan and are gaining attention as a souvenir of travel.
It's popular not only with castle enthusiasts but also with many tourists.
Here, we'll introduce the castle stamps available at Toyama Castle.
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What is a Gojōin (castle stamp)?
A castle stamp is a commemorative item given to visitors of castles throughout Japan.
It's like a "castle stamp," and it's a cherished memento of visiting a castle.
The designs vary from castle to castle, ranging from those with the castle name written on washi paper to those featuring the castle lord's family crest, signature, or illustration. Most are pre-printed and can be purchased at tourist information centers inside or around the castle.
Unlike temple stamps (Goshuin), which serve as proof of worship, castle stamps are simply a way to enjoy a visit to a castle. There are no specific rules or customs to follow when collecting them, making them easy to collect, which is part of their appeal. Currently, they are distributed at over 2,000 castles and have become a popular way to enjoy travel.
Toyama Castle's official castle stamp
normal version
The standard castle stamp for Toyama Castle features a historically significant design incorporating the family crests of Sasa Narimasa, who served as the castle lord during the Sengoku period, and the Maeda family, who were the lords of the Toyama domain during the Edo period.
* Sasa Narimasa's family crest: Square-shaped four-eyed knot crest(Sumitateyotsumeyuimon)
* The family crest of the Maeda family of the Toyama Domain: clove and plum blossom crest(Chōjiumebachimon)
The castle's name is prominently displayed, and the design evokes the history of successive castle lords, expressing the history and prestige of Toyama Castle.
This stamp is perfect not only as a memento of your visit to the castle, but also as a symbol of Toyama Castle's history, making it highly recommended for those receiving a castle stamp for the first time.
Limited Edition (5th Edition)
The fifth limited edition features a special design with a sense of gravitas, using black-dyed Etchu Yao washi paper and adorned with a gold foil-stamped image of Toyama Castle. The contrast between the deep black and gold enhances its elegance and formality.
Just like the regular version, the design incorporates the family crests of Sasa Narimasa, the lord of Toyama Castle, and the Maeda family, the lords of the Toyama Domain, resulting in a castle stamp that evokes a sense of history and beauty.
*The "Etchu Yao Washi" used here is a traditional craft proudly produced in Toyama City. It is known for being used as medicine packaging paper by "Toyama medicine sellers" who delivered medicine from the Toyama domain to all over Japan during the Edo period. It is stronger and more durable than ordinary washi paper, and its high-quality texture is its main appeal.
*Limited quantity: 5,000 pieces
| Sales location | Toyama City Downtown Tourist Information Center |
| Sales time | 9 when 00 worth ~ 17 when 00 minutes |
| Sales price | Standard edition: 1 disc for 300 yen (tax included) Limited Edition (5th Edition) 1 piece 700 yen (tax included) |
| Points to note | - The regular edition can be purchased up to 3 times per person. - Limited editions are limited to one per person. ・Available for purchase in-store only. (We do not offer mail order.) ・We do not accept advance reservations. - Castle stamps will only be available as pre-printed stamps; we will not be signing guestbooks. - The date stamp will be applied. Purchases for resale purposes are not permitted. ・We do not sell products on holidays (New Year's holidays). |
Castle stamp book
We also sell Toyama Castle stamp books.
The front features the character for "castle," specially written by the calligrapher who created the official seal for Toyama Castle, while the back features the same family crest design as the official seal for Toyama Castle.
| Sales location | Toyama City Downtown Tourist Information Center |
| Sales time | 9 when 00 worth ~ 17 when 00 minutes |
| Sales price | 1,200yen(tax included) |
| Points to note | *20 pockets, can hold 40 sheets. |
Toyama Castle Goods
Large button badge
Can badges & magnets
clear file
The Toyama City Downtown Tourist Information Center sells original merchandise such as can badges and clear files.
| Large button badge | 500yen(tax included) |
| Small button badge | 200yen(tax included) |
| Small Magnet | 200yen(tax included) |
| clear file | 300yen(tax included) |