Mon (紋, [mõ̞ꜜɴ]), also called monshō (紋章), mondokoro (紋所), and kamon (家紋), are Japanese emblems used to decorate and identify an individual, a family, or (more recently) an …

May 16, 2024 · Learn about the rich tradition of Kamon, Japan's intricate family crests that symbolize heritage and identity.

There are said to be more than 2,500 types of Kamon that were created as symbols to identify common households. The most frequently used motifs are plants, particularly paulownia, ivy, …

The term “Kamon” refers to a crest used in Japan to indicate one’s origins; that is, one’s family lineage, blood line, ancestry and status from ancient times. It is also referred to simply as …

Jul 3, 2025 · Kamon (家紋): The word combines “家” (ka, house/family) and “紋” (mon, crest/symbol). Kamon are emblems used to represent a family’s lineage, much like a family …

Japanese family crests, or kamon, have distinctive features, an abundance of motifs, and are skillfully designed. Japanese people have long used their family crest on kimonos for …

Oct 21, 2025 · Kamon (家紋) means “family pattern,” which you can understand as the identity of a family. You can think of Kamon as a “visualized family name,” because in ancient Japan, …

The term "Kamon" refers to a crest used in Japan to indicate one's origins; that is, one's family lineage, blood line, ancestry and status from ancient times. It is also referred to simply as …

Feb 5, 2024 · Uncover the hidden facet of Japanese art and culture with a deep dive into kamon, the ancient heraldic emblems that embody Japan's identity and heritage.

Feb 10, 2023 · Kamon, or family crests, are thought to have come into use around the tenth century among the Japanese aristocracy. They were markers that identified both individuals …