Traditional Kintsugi Experience in Kanazawa

Kintsugi is a sustainable repairing method for ceramics, woods and glasses, which allows you to reuse the broken piece after the repair as all the materials I use are natural and safe for body. Once it is repaired, it lasts decades.

Usually it takes at least 1 month to repair a piece, due to the drying process of natural materials that we use for this repair, but in this experience you will see whole the procedure of Kintsugi in 2 hours step by step by practicing with pieces belong to the studio.  

You will learn:
- What Kintsugi is, its history
- Which materials are used
- Preparation and application of Glue
- Preparation and application of Paste
- Sanding
- Waterproof coverage
- Decoration with gold: You will practice the gold decoration part on a little souvenir and take it home

Mon-Sat 10:00-12:00 (max.3 or 4 people per session, please ask for availability)

Fee JPY9,000

Please note

- You won't be able to bring nor repair your own piece.

- Bring a long sleeve shirt and trousers which you have no problem with dirt.  

- As we are going to use the sap of poison ivy, it is not recommendable for people who have very sensitive skin. We cannot be responsible for your skin reaction caused by poison ivy.

- This is a group session, there might be some other participants. If you would like to book a private session, please ask availability and costs.

This workshop will be helpful for those who want to start traditional Kintsugi at home.

(this is my personal opinion: Kintsugi really helps you to find a peaceful place inside you during the work)

Come and visit my studio and let's enjoy this Japanese traditional Kintsugi! (10-15mins walk from Kanzawa sta.)

Book your place via contact form!