Why name hanging scrolls are popular

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1. Why are name hanging scrolls so popular as baby gifts?
2. Recent trends in name hanging scrolls
3. Popular designs and expression methods
4. Voices from recipients/points that please them
5. Custom-made hanging scroll production service
   

Introduction

Recently, hanging scrolls with the baby’s name on them (name hanging scrolls) have been attracting attention as gifts for baby showers. What is the reason behind this? In this article, we conducted a thorough investigation based on reliable information sources, including the reasons why name scrolls are so popular, recent trends, design trends, how to present and decorate them, and even the opinions of the recipients.

Finally, we will also introduce a natural lead to the custom-made hanging scroll service “Bes Kakeji”. Now, let’s take a look at the reasons why name hanging scrolls are chosen as baby gifts and their charms.

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1. WhyAs a baby giftAre name hanging scrolls popular? 

Giving a personalized gift as a baby gift has become very popular in recent years, and many people appreciate it as a one-of-a-kind, original gift. In particular, the name hanging scroll is a modern arrangement of the naming book used in traditional Japanese events.

　・What is a name hanging scroll?

A naming book is a traditional item used to write down the baby’s name, birthday, parents’ names, etc. at the time of birth, and is the first official gift parents give to their baby. For this reason, name scrolls that beautifully engrave baby’s names are attracting attention as “an item that increases the sense of specialness and remains as a memento.”

 

　・Why name hanging scrolls are attracting attention

One of the reasons why name hanging scrolls are attracting attention is that they can embody the feelings of the recipient. By expressing a name, an important gift given for the first time in a person’s life, in the form of a hanging scroll, the recipient’s family will be able to feel the feelings for a long time.

 

　・Voices from the giver and receiver

In fact, recipients have expressed their appreciation for engraved gifts, with comments such as “It creates special memories and stories,” and “It becomes a companion that will stay with you for the rest of your life.”

For example, when one mother received a baby gift with her name engraved on it, she was overjoyed and said, “It’s so cute! I’m so happy to have my name engraved on it!!” In this way, gifts with the baby’s name on them are a heartwarming experience for both the giver and receiver, which is why they are popular as baby gifts.

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2. Recent trends in name hanging scrolls 

Name hanging scrolls inherit the culture of naming books that has been handed down in Japan since ancient times, but have been updated as items that fit into modern lifestyles.

Designs that have gained attention in recent years are those that incorporate a modern flair while still retaining a Japanese flavor – for example, the use of soft paper fabric dyed in ancient Japanese colors, with a sophisticated finish that fits both Japanese and Western interiors, is gaining popularity.

　・Japanese-style colors and a wide variety of variations

• Colors suitable for both men and women
  We offer a wide variety of colors that you can choose from, not only for boys and girls, but also for your tastes and the image of your room.

• A feeling of size that is easy to match with the interior
  A typical example is a standard hanging scroll measuring 65 cm in height x 31 cm in width, available in four colors. It is popular because it is not too compact and has a presence, so it looks great in a wide range of spaces such as living rooms and children’s rooms.

• Compatible with Western-style rooms and Scandinavian tastes
  In line with the current housing situation, the use of colors and textures designed to blend in with solid wood furniture and Scandinavian-style rooms has become a major reason for its popularity.

 

　・The charm of brushes made by calligraphers

• Handwritten with heart, each letter
  Many name scrolls have the baby’s name handwritten with a brush by an experienced calligrapher. The strength and delicacy of the brush strokes are in harmony, creating a unique sense of luxury.

• Just by displaying it, you can feel classy.
  The unique three-dimensional feel of hand-painted paper and the shading of the ink give the entire hanging scroll depth, making it a great accent for your interior. Many customers said, “The room has changed to a high-quality atmosphere.”

 

　・A lifetime souvenir that combines formality and glamor

A name hanging scroll that combines traditional craftsmanship and modern design is the “definitive souvenir” that is both formal and glamorous. It not only beautifully preserves the baby’s name, but also continues to be loved for a long time as an interior decoration that conveys family memories.

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3. Popular design/expression methods 

There are many variations in the design of name scrolls, from traditional auspicious motifs to modern and cute designs. Let’s take a look at some popular expressions and design elements.

　・Auspicious traditional motifs

Designs such as cranes, turtles, pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms, and the rising sun have been loved at celebratory occasions since ancient times and are still very popular today. The design, which is elegantly decorated with lucky charms such as cranes and turtles on the golden cover, is traditional, yet has a gorgeous and luxurious feel, making it a great gift. Hanging scrolls with seasonal motifs are also popular. For boys, there are designs with carp streamers and helmets, and for girls, there are designs with dolls and peach flowers, and they can also be used as decorations for the first festival.

 

　・Fusion of Japanese patterns and modern art

Yuzen-dyed Japanese patterns and modern naming scrolls with baby names on watercolor backgrounds are also gaining popularity. Their feature is that they can be stylishly displayed as interior decorations, such as those depicting seasonal flowers in pale colors or those arranged in gentle gradations. It blends in naturally not only in Japanese-style rooms, but also in living rooms and children’s rooms, and matches the sensibilities of the younger generation.

 

　・Rich color variations

In the past, black ink on a white background was common, but now more and more products allow you to freely choose the color of the background and the hanging scroll itself. They come in a variety of colors, including pink, blue, green, and gold, so you can coordinate them to match your baby’s gender and the taste of your room. For example, there is a standard size model (height 65 cm x width 31 cm) available in four colors, with boys choosing a refreshing blue and girls choosing a gorgeous pink.It is popular for being able to make a full order with great attention to detail.

 

　・Customize the contents

The information that can be entered is also becoming more diverse. In addition to the baby’s name, it is common to include furigana, date of birth, and parents’ names. In addition, a service has also been introduced that allows you to record birth records such as time of birth, height, weight, etc., allowing you to keep even more detailed memories. As some say, “It’s an impressive naming tool that can write down birth data in addition to names,” its appeal is that it can create a special feeling that is unique to the world.

 

　・Collaboration with photos and handprints

In addition to text, hanging scrolls with photos, handprints, and footprints are also rapidly becoming popular. If you combine the baby’s photo and name, it becomes an interior item that doubles as a naming book and a photo frame. Designs with handprints and footprints serve as a record of children’s growth, and are often cherished and displayed as “treasures that will last a lifetime.”

 

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4. Voices from recipients/points that please them 

We have received many messages of gratitude and emotion from families who have received personalized hanging scrolls as baby gifts. Here, we have summarized the reasons why people are happy about it and some actual stories.

　1. A special feeling of being “the only one in the world”

• Surprise and excitement about custom-made products
  The moment they realize that the gift was made just for them, the feeling of specialness increases, and many parents are deeply moved by the thoughtfulness of the gift giver.

• Warm finish
  The handwritten brush strokes and carefully selected background design firmly convey the “warmth that is unique to the original.”

 

　2. Interior effects that deepen family bonds

• Every time I display it, the emotion of the day I was born comes back to life.
  When people see a hanging scroll with their name written in large letters, some say, “It makes me feel like my family has expanded,” and “It reminds me of the moment I was born.”

• As a conversation starter with relatives and friends
  There are many cases where people who see the hanging scroll say, “It’s wonderful!” and feel that their bonds with family and friends have become stronger.

 

　3. Passed down as a “lifelong treasure”

• Souvenirs that increase in value as you grow
  It’s easy to carry and store neatly, so when your child grows up, you can have fun handing it to them and saying, “We all made this when you were born.”

• Memories become clearer with detailed information
  Hanging scrolls with information such as date of birth, time of birth, height, and weight as well as names are treasured as a page to record family history.

 

 

 

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5. Introduction of custom-made hanging scroll production service 

So far, we have looked at the reasons why name hanging scrolls are chosen as baby gifts, the trends, their designs, how to use them, and the voices of joy. Lastly, I would like to summarize the main points of this article and introduce the appeal of fully custom-made hanging scrolls. 

　・What is custom-made production “Bes Kakeji”?

“Bes Kakeji” is a one-of-a-kind gift that combines Japan’s traditional naming book culture with modern custom-made technology. The biggest appeal is that you can freely specify everything from size, color, paper quality, to the details of the design, and the ability to create exactly what the customer wants is the most attractive feature.

What’s more, since each piece is painstakingly crafted by skilled mounting craftsmen and calligraphers, the quality is guaranteed. A craftsman specializing in hanging scroll production is involved in the production, and it is possible to create an original design from the production of the work to the selection of the scroll mounting, which is unique to fully made-to-order.

　・Features of “Bes Kakeji”

1. Fully customized

   • You can specify details such as the size of the hanging scroll, color of the cover, paper quality, font, background design, etc.

   • You can design freely from the traditional “Tsuru-turtle, Shochiku-bai” to modern Yuzen patterns and watercolor touches.

2. artisan quality

   • The mounting craftsman is in charge of the scroll binding, and the calligrapher is in charge of the ink case. While preserving traditional techniques, it has a level of perfection that shines in modern living spaces.

   • Made with carefully selected materials, it is both durable and beautiful.

3. A one-of-a-kind volume filled with feelings

   • Condenses family memories such as name, furigana, date of birth, birth data, etc.

   • The special feeling of being “the only one in the world” will deeply move the family.

 

　・Charm of “Bes Kakeji”

If you are considering a hanging scroll with a name on it as a baby gift, why not consult BesKakeji? This special piece that combines traditional formality with the flexibility of custom-made items is sure to become a lifelong treasure for your family.

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 Finally 

The name hanging scroll is

1. Visualize your thoughts completely custom-made

2. High quality tailoring made with traditional craftsmanship

3. Souvenirs that weave your family’s history into the future

This is the definitive baby shower gift with all three features. Especially with BesKakeji, you can order a hanging scroll that is “one of a kind in the world” with both freedom of design and craftsmanship quality.
Why not consider it as a premium gift to celebrate the start of a new life?