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There are probably many people who don't know how to store HANKO or how to take care of them. In this article, we will explain the correct way to store and take care of HANKO .
How to store HANKO
HANKO are important for personal identification. It is important to store them properly to prevent deterioration, loss, theft, etc. Below, we will explain in detail how to store your HANKO.
Store in a case
When storing HANKO, keep it in a case. If you store HANKO in its exposed state, it may crack due to the effects of temperature and humidity. A HANKO case protects HANKO from damage and prevents it from being soiled or adversely affected by impacts. Choose a case that fits the size of HANKO. There are many cases made of leather or resin, which are easy to open and close and easy to use.
Store in a place that is not affected by temperature or humidity.
When storing HANKO, make sure to store it in a stable environment where it will be less affected by temperature and humidity, away from direct sunlight and hot and humid places.
When storing, it is recommended to put in a humidity regulator to prevent deterioration due to moisture. HANKO made of natural materials such as ivory, black buffalo, and boxwood should be stored with an insect repellent to prevent insect damage.
Store in a paulownia box
Store your personal seals and bank seals in paulownia wood boxes. When the humidity is high, the paulownia wood box expands to prevent moisture from entering the box, and when the humidity is low, it contracts to release moisture and keep the humidity constant. Furthermore, paulownia wood boxes not only regulate humidity, but also have antiseptic and insect-repellent properties. If you want to protect your important HANKO, we recommend storing them in paulownia wood boxes.
Keep your official seal and bank seal in a safe place
When storing HANKO, you should store your official seal and bank seal in a safe place. An official seal is a HANKO that is officially valid and registered with the city, ward, town, or village where you live. A bank seal is a HANKO that is registered with a financial institution.
Both official seals and bank seals have strong powers, so they need to be handled with care. When storing official seals and bank HANKO, it is recommended to place them in an out-of-sight place such as a safe.
If it is wood, remove the red ink thoroughly.
If HANKO is made of wood, be sure to wipe off the vermilion ink thoroughly after use. Wooden HANKO do not go well with vermilion ink. The HANKO ink contains oil, so if you leave it on the HANKO, the oil may seep in and cause the HANKO to become brittle.
After using a wooden HANKO, be sure to thoroughly remove any red ink or ink before storing it. It is important to gently wipe off the red ink with tissue and store it in a dry place.
If using hornwood, wrap it in newspaper.
If HANKO is made of horn wood, wipe off the red ink and then wrap it in newspaper and then put it in a HANKO case. Horn wood HANKO are those made from black buffalo horn, ox horn, or real ivory.
HANKO made from horn wood are susceptible to insect damage. For added security, wrap them in newspaper and store them together with an insect repellent for clothing.
Titanium HANKO require regular maintenance.
If your HANKO is made of titanium, you should perform regular maintenance. Titanium HANKO are highly durable, so you don't need to worry about ink stains or how you store them. However, after a long period of use, dirt on the surface may become noticeable. Wipe the surface with a dry cloth to remove dirt, and wash the seal surface with water and a toothbrush to keep the HANKO clean.
How to care for HANKO
Caring for HANKO is important to keep it in good condition and last a long time. Below, we will explain in detail how to care for HANKO.
Wipe off the red ink thoroughly
When caring for your HANKO, first wipe off the vermilion ink thoroughly. If the vermilion ink dries, dirt and an oily film will form on the surface of the HANKO, making it look bad. In particular, with HANKO made of wood, the oil from the vermilion ink may seep in and soften the frame of the seal.
After using the HANKO, carefully wipe off the vermilion ink with a dry cloth or tissue paper. If dirt has become stuck to the stamp, scrub it with a cotton swab or toothbrush. Do not use chemicals such as benzine or paint thinner.
Store it in a HANKO case in a place where the temperature and humidity will not change.
Once you have removed the vermilion ink and cleaned HANKO, place it in a special HANKO case and store it in a place where the temperature and humidity will not change. The HANKO case will protect the HANKO from external damage such as dirt, dryness, and impact. It is also recommended to store the HANKO case in a place where the temperature and humidity will not change much. Store it in a place where the temperature and humidity are kept constant to prevent deterioration.
Handle with care
It is also important to handle HANKO gently. If you drop it on the floor, it may crack, and if you slam it down, the seal surface may be crushed. To avoid damaging HANKO, be careful not to handle it roughly and drop it, or use excessive force when stamping. It is also important to keep HANKO in a case and avoid contact with other items while storing it to prevent damage.
Refill with oil once a year
Among the HANKO made from horn wood, HANKO made from black buffalo or ox horn should be oiled once a year. HANKO made from black buffalo or ox horn are vulnerable to dryness and may crack if not maintained. For this reason, they should be oiled about once a year using vegetable oil such as camellia oil or olive oil. By soaking a soft cloth in oil and applying it to the printing surface, you can keep the HANKO moist and protect it from drying out.
Precautions for storing HANKO
It is important to store your official seal and HANKO registration card, and your bank seal and passbook separately in order to store HANKO safely. Below, we will explain the reasons for this.
Keep your official seal and HANKO registration card separate
A registered seal, which has official power, only becomes effective when used together with a personal HANKO registration card. If you store your registered seal and HANKO registration card together, there is a high risk that they will be misused in the event of theft. Store your registered seal and HANKO registration card separately to minimize damage in the event of theft.
Keep your bank seal and bankbook separate
If your bank account is robbed and your bank seal and bankbook are taken, anyone can freely withdraw money from your account, even if you are not the account owner. In such cases, you may not be able to receive compensation. To prevent all of your savings from being stolen, keep your bank seal and bankbook separately.
summary
When storing HANKO, you need to consider two aspects: care and maintenance, and crime prevention. Proper care is also important to make it last longer. Use this article as a reference to store your important HANKO properly.
