Authentic Kintsugi Experience
What is Kintsugi?
Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art form that involves repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum. This practice not only restores the functionality of the pottery but also enhances its beauty, symbolizing resilience and embracing imperfections. Our authentic kintsugi experience offers you a chance to learn this ancient art from skilled artisans.
Cultural Significance of Kintsugi
By participating in a kintsugi workshop, you gain a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture's values of resilience, beauty in imperfection, and the philosophy of finding strength through adversity. This hands-on experience allows you to connect with Japan's rich cultural heritage and create a unique piece of art that embodies these principles.
Join Our Workshops!
We offer a variety of kintsugi workshops tailored to different interests and schedules. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your skills, our classes provide an immersive and rewarding experience. Here are the workshops we currently offer:
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Tokyo Kintsugi Workshop: Simple Gold Repair Class near Shin Koenji
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What to expect
Join an introductory workshop for kintsugi, a century-old Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery with gold lacquer. Learn the basics of this ancient art in a small class taught by highly-acclaimed artisans and create beauty out of breakages.Highlights
・Authentic kintsugi experience with accomplished artists
・Join a hands-on class in an intimate setting
・Repair pieces from the Edo Period of Japan and more
・You will be taking home your own Kintsugi finished product
・Savor homemade tea and sweetsSummary
- Location
- Kyoto
- Operating Hours
- 2.5 hour(s)
- Available dates
- Available Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
- Pick-up
- Pick-up not available
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Tokyo Kintsugi Class - 1-Day Workshop near Nippori
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What to expect
Experience the ancient art of kintsugi in Tokyo. Under the guidance of skilled artisans who trained at Kuge Crafts, repair and beautify broken ceramics using gold, creating masterpieces to keep, with no prior experience needed.Highlights
・Mend broken ceramics with gold in a kintsugi class and transform them into unique masterpieces.
・Acquire authentic Kintsugi techniques from the seasoned artisans who trained at Kuge Crafts.
・All tools and materials provided for hands-on learning.
・Bring home your gold-mended creation the same day.
・Option to bring and mend your own cherished item.Summary
- Location
- Tokyo
- Available dates
- Available Sun, Fri, Sat
- Pick-up
- Pick-up not available
