Japan · KINTSUGI WORKSHOPS IN TOKYO
Every itinerary has one free day too few. These 7 kintsugi workshops in Tokyo justify the slot — priced, timed, and sorted so you can decide in minutes.
Learn Kintsugi in Tokyo and repair a studio plate with gold lacquer, plus the philosophy of repair, and take home your golden-mended souvenir.
“A fun and unique experience with a great souvenir at the end! The instructors were patient and the studio was really cool.”
Learn authentic Tokyo kintsugi with Master Taku, repair a plate using real urushi lacquer and pure gold, then take it home.
“Very good instructor with excellent and clear instructions for the entire group. We were able to easily complete a project within the time allotted.”
Hands-on kintsugi workshop in Shibuya with mon cadeau. Matcha, guidance, and a take-home repaired piece in about 2 hours.
“My partner and I found the workshop enjoyable and educational for the topic. Both facilitators were so friendly and engaged throughout the whole time which was lovely. They even provided delicious tea and snacks. We understand it wRead more”
Tokyo Kintsugi art repair workshop in Nihonbashi. Learn gold-lacquer repairs in 90 minutes, small group, materials included, take home ceramic.
“The activity was great! I learned a lot about the art of repair and the instructor was so helpful . She was very hands on and did a great job teaching and guiding.”
Learn Kintsugi in Ginza, repair a ceramic piece with synthetic lacquer and metallic accents in 90 minutes, then take it home safely.
“This was such a fun class! The time and care our guide put in was clear. He was super knowledgeable and made great conversation. The pieces were packaged up so we could safely take them back home. Thanks!”
Learn Kintsugi in Tokyo, a calming 2-hour workshop repairing broken pottery with gold seams. Small group, English instruction, take home your piece.
“We had a great time and got to learn something new.”
Gold-mended Kintsugi workshop in Tokyo at Nihonbashi Mutoh. Repair Arita ware, make your own piece, 90 minutes, English guide.
“Friendly and knowledgable teacher at a lovely location full of of high end ceramics and porcelain products. The class was just long enough to complete one object. I enjoyed the experience and highly recommend it for value and introduction to a very accessible traditional and zen craft for people of all artist levels. I hope to do more experiences with this teacher in the future. I have lived in Japan for 1.5 years and I'm very grateful that this experience is offered regularly to anyone that speaks English.”
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