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Archive for July 30th, 2008
Level: Audio Blog

Sign on the dotted line… without a pen? It’s not a digital signature, it’s a personal stamp. The long tradition of using a personal stamp is very much alive. If you’re opening a bank account, buying a car or signing an official document, the preferred way of signing is using a hanko (personal stamp). Today Miki talks about these stamps and even tells you where you can get one too! After listening, stop by and be sure to leave her a post.

Getting a personal stamp (inkan or hanko) in Japan is Important.

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