SHIRUMICHI
Discover a deeper Japan.
Make it personal.
Your name in KANJI. Local connections. The stories behind everyday symbols.
START WITH YOUR NAME
Your name. A new connection to Japan.
Enter your name and language to explore a KANJI name with the free generator. Discover the meanings of its individual characters and download an image to keep or share.
Looking for a personal selection? Our custom KANJI service considers your pronunciation, wishes, and intended use. Explore the custom service.
Three ways to make Japan personal
Your Name in KANJI
Make Japanese characters part of your own story. Begin with the free generator, then explore a personally selected name if you want a more individual approach.
Local Doors
Small places. Personal connections. We are preparing stories about the people behind local shops, bars, and workshops, and the customs that help visitors connect respectfully.
Stories in preparation. Accompanied visits are not currently available to book.
Symbols & Beliefs
Explore the wishes and stories behind protective charms, auspicious symbols, and everyday beliefs. Our focus is the meaning people give them and their place in daily life.
Stories in preparation. A shop has not launched.
A closer connection, one story at a time
SHIRUMICHI is an independent project for people who want a closer connection to Japan: through a name, an encounter, or the meaning of a familiar object. We begin with KANJI and are developing two new editorial themes, Local Doors and Symbols & Beliefs.