Welcome to Japan Nobility. Here, you have the opportunity to purchase an authentic Japanese title. We look forward to taking you on an exciting and interesting journey of discovery, at the end of which you will have the chance to call yourself Shogun in the future.
Acquiring a Japanese nobility title offers more than just the thrill of being addressed as nobility—it can also be a delightful experience!
Although the title is mainly symbolic, it can bring joy to you or someone you gift it to. Impress your friends by showcasing the official certificate in your home or office, and enjoy noble-themed items like personalized mugs or pillows. Add your new title to business cards and letterheads, and experience the elevated respect when dining out or staying in hotels. You might even find tables available and rooms upgraded just for you!
The title can also extend to your loved ones. We offer a complimentary second certificate that includes your partner’s name, and for a small additional fee, your children can be included as well. Additionally, we can issue certificates for a group of friends who wish to share a title, with each person receiving their own certificate.
Each certificate comes with a newly designed coat of arms, and we provide a beautifully crafted PDF brochure about noble titles and the associated land. Shortly after placing your order, you will receive the coat of arms via email as a PDF file, which you can print and frame as desired.
Embrace Your New Noble Title
With your new noble title, there’s no need to hesitate—our titles can be legally used. Indulge yourself or gift a title to friends or relatives. Our genuine certificates of appointment, adorned with vibrant coats of arms, make for an impressive and memorable gift. With over 20 years of experience, we are the perfect partner for anyone who has ever dreamed of holding a noble title.
Becoming part of Japanese nobility directly enhances your children’s status as well. They will be bestowed with the titles of Prince or Princess, bringing their royal dreams to life. When you acquire a noble title, you can include your children in the same order, ensuring they receive their own certificates. All pertinent information is detailed in the respective descriptions.
A Shogun was the military ruler in feudal Japan, governing the country from 1192 to 1867. Originally a title for a warlord appointed by the Emperor, the Shogun eventually gained de facto control over Japan’s political and military systems, while the Emperor held a more ceremonial role. The Shogunate was known for its strict social hierarchy, the Samurai warrior class, and Japan’s isolation from the outside world. The most famous Shogunate was the Tokugawa Shogunate, which brought over 250 years of stability and peace until it was ended by the Meiji Restoration in 1867.
The Nobility in Japan
The concept of nobility in Japan has evolved significantly from feudal times to the present day. During the feudal period, Japan’s aristocracy was primarily composed of the Emperor, the court nobles (kuge), and the warrior class (samurai). The Emperor, considered divine, held the highest position, while the kuge managed the imperial court’s affairs. The samurai, led by the Shogun, were military elites who controlled vast territories and wielded substantial power.
From the 12th century, the Shogun became the de facto ruler, relegating the Emperor to a symbolic role. Samurai lords, known as daimyo, governed the provinces with autonomy under the Shogun’s authority. This system persisted until the mid-19th century, when the Meiji Restoration in 1868 restored imperial rule and marked the decline of the feudal system.
During the Meiji era, Japan underwent rapid modernization, and the traditional class system was dismantled. The kazoku (peerage) system was introduced, merging the old aristocracy with newly ennobled individuals who contributed to the state’s modernization efforts. This system remained until 1947, when the post-World War II constitution abolished the peerage and formally ended the nobility’s legal privileges.
