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Pure Gold Authentic Kintsugi Ceramic Workshop with Master Artisan
(225) Reviews
3-chōme
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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Kintsugi is a simple restoration technique that uses gold or other metal powder to repair broken, chipped, or cracked pieces. Kintsugi has been handed down in Japan from ancient times, and the culture of taking good care of things has attracted attention worldwide. Kintsugi lacquer comes from the poison oak tree or black tree of the poison ivy family. When dried, lacquer is a natural adhesive that is harmless to the human body and has a hardening effect. Cracks are considered a landscape in kintsugi, and the joint is decorated with gold, silver, or other metal powder. Kintsugi is based on not pretending that the cracks have never existed but considering them part of the item's history and br...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A plate you will use for the lesson, and to bring home after lesson.
All necessary equipment included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lesson fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
TNCA☆ Minami-Aoyama Studio
The atelier is in the basement of the OG building.
Return
Pure Gold Authentic Kintsugi Ceramic Workshop with Master Artisan
(225) Reviews
3-chōme
About
Kintsugi is a simple restoration technique that uses gold or other metal powder to repair broken, chipped, or cracked pieces. Kintsugi has been handed down in Japan from ancient times, and the culture of taking good care of things has attracted attention worldwide. Kintsugi lacquer comes from the poison oak tree or black tree of the poison ivy family. When dried, lacquer is a natural adhesive that is harmless to the human body and has a hardening effect. Cracks are considered a landscape in kintsugi, and the joint is decorated with gold, silver, or other metal powder. Kintsugi is based on not pretending that the cracks have never existed but considering them part of the item's history and br...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A plate you will use for the lesson, and to bring home after lesson.
All necessary equipment included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lesson fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
TNCA☆ Minami-Aoyama Studio
The atelier is in the basement of the OG building.
Return
Itinerary
The workshop comes with exquisite pottery hand-crafted by Master Taku and carefully selected materials so you can learn the essence of Wabi-Sabi. The vessel has been soaked in rustic lacquer to have a secular enhancement (Sabi-feeling). Master Taku teaches you the process of authentic Kintsugi technique with real Urushi lacquer and pure gold powder. Let's create imperfect beauty (Wabi) with Kintsugi. You can take it home on the day!
Three Options: A: Shuurushi kannyuzome kintsugi. - Kintsugi with real natural lacquer and pure gold. (110mins) B: Black & Gold Shikkokurai. -If you're looking for a cool and sophisticated vibe, try repairing a black plate with kintsugi. The method is the same as...