How to Make an Idol Name Placard: Handheld Name Board Sizes, Text Layout, and Convenience Store Printing Guide
Design your own concert handheld name placard: common sizes, name layout and colors, then print it at 7-11 ibon or FamilyMart FamiPort.
A handheld name placard (often called a name board or mini uchiwa) is the simplest way to make your oshi visible from across the arena. Unlike a full-size uchiwa, it fits in one hand, slips into a tote bag, and clears almost every venue's rules — which makes it the go-to choice for Taipei Arena and Taipei Dome shows.
Start with the size. A4 (210 × 297 mm) is the sweet spot: light to hold all night, big enough to read from the upper stands, and printable at any convenience store. If your seat is far from the stage or you want more impact, go A3 landscape (297 × 420 mm) — most venues cap handheld items at A3, so staying at or below that size keeps you compliant.
For the layout, make the name occupy at least 70% of the board and use a bold, rounded font. Set your oshi's official image color as the text color, add a thick white or black outline for contrast against the background, and keep the design to one name plus one short message. When it's done, export as PDF or PNG and print it in color at actual size via 7-11 ibon or FamilyMart FamiPort; choose the large-size option for A3, then back it with cardboard or a plastic sleeve so it survives the whole show.
FAQ
What size should an idol name placard be?
Most venues such as Taipei Arena and Taipei Dome limit handheld items to A3. The usual choices are A4 or A3 landscape, with the name filling at least 70% of the board so it reads clearly from a distance.
Can I print a name placard directly at a convenience store?
Yes. Save your design as a PDF or PNG, then print it in color at actual size at 7-11 ibon or FamilyMart FamiPort; choose the large-size option for A3.
What color makes the name stand out most?
Use your oshi's official image color for the text and add a white or black outline for contrast against the background, so it stays crisp even under stage lighting.