Well Frame (Igeta, Izutsu)
These family crests (In Japanese, KAMON) are called 'Igeta Mon, Izutsu Mon' in JAPAN.
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This square frame gives Japanese wells their distinctive appearance. It was quite common for people with the kanji for i (well) in their family names to use these crests. (From 'Family Crests of Japan' ICG Muse, Inc.2001)
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