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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.
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“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.
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