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Authentic Kintsugi Workshop: Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo
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3-chōme
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children under the age of 6 are not allowed into the atelier for safety reasons
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Your finished work is for decorative purposes only and not intended for food use
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Make your own way to the centrally located Kintsugi atelier in Tokyo's Minami-Aoyama neighborhood and get ready to try your hand at the art of golden joinery. Meet your teacher and a small group of no more than 10 guests, then put on your “samue,” a traditional Japanese craftsperson's garment.
Over the course of an hour or so, your teacher will guide you through the technique of Kintsugi, using a specially prepared ceramic plate supplied by the atelier. You'll also learn about Japanese culture and philosophy and get insights into traditional Japanese crafts. In the case of Kintsugi, it represents the idea of giving that which is thought to be at the end of its life a new beginning. By the e...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All necessary equipment included
A plate you will use for the lesson, and to bring home after lesson.
Lesson fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
TNCA☆ Minami-Aoyama Studio
The atelier is located in the basement floor of the OG building (across the alley from the large, glass Pasona Square building). Look for a swing gate followed by a set of stairs going downwards.
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Authentic Kintsugi Workshop: Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo
(495) Reviews
3-chōme
About
Make your own way to the centrally located Kintsugi atelier in Tokyo's Minami-Aoyama neighborhood and get ready to try your hand at the art of golden joinery. Meet your teacher and a small group of no more than 10 guests, then put on your “samue,” a traditional Japanese craftsperson's garment.
Over the course of an hour or so, your teacher will guide you through the technique of Kintsugi, using a specially prepared ceramic plate supplied by the atelier. You'll also learn about Japanese culture and philosophy and get insights into traditional Japanese crafts. In the case of Kintsugi, it represents the idea of giving that which is thought to be at the end of its life a new beginning. By the e...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All necessary equipment included
A plate you will use for the lesson, and to bring home after lesson.
Lesson fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
TNCA☆ Minami-Aoyama Studio
The atelier is located in the basement floor of the OG building (across the alley from the large, glass Pasona Square building). Look for a swing gate followed by a set of stairs going downwards.
Return
Itinerary
Turn something old into something new during this lesson in the Japanese art of "Kintsugi," the practice of repairing broken pottery. Stemming from a Japanese belief that breakage is part of the history of an object, rather than a reason to discard it, your class involves repairing damaged pieces (plates are provided; personal items are not allowed) with resin mixed with gold powder.
Unlike touristy, generic arts and crafts workshops, this Kintsugi experience takes place at the atelier of Master Taku Nakano, one of the country’s premier Kintsugi experts. Surrounded by stunning, elaborate pieces made by Master Taku and his team, put on a "samue," a type of traditional Japanese craftsperson a...
