Kyoto: Japanese Gold Repair Kintsugi Workshop in Arashiyama
- 1-Hour Intensive Class
- Step-by-Step Guidance for Beginners
- Take It Home the Same Day
- A One-of-a-Kind Practical Japanese Souvenir
What to expect
In this 1-hour workshop, you will learn Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing pottery. Using specialized tools and gold powder, you will fix broken ceramic pieces.
We use fast-drying materials perfect for travelers. Your piece dries instantly, so you can safely pack it and take it home the same day.
Why Kintsugi? The Japanese “Mottainai” Culture Japan has many earthquakes, which often break cherished pottery. However, Japanese culture values “Mottainai”—the belief that it is a waste to throw away usable things.
Instead of discarding broken ceramics, craftsmen invented Kintsugi. They glued the pieces together with natural tree sap and painted the cracks with gold. This method turns damage into a beautiful feature, allowing items to be used for years.
Good to know
Perfect for couples, families, and friends No hidden upgrade fees Create a personalized keepsake English and Japanese instructors available Suitable for beginners
※Wheelchair accessible ※Stroller accessible (The Kintsugi Workshop experience itself is wheelchair accessible. However, please note that Chopstick Studio Kyoto is located on the second floor of the building, and there is no lift/elevator available. We kindly ask guests to take this into consideration before booking.
Reviews
The best workshop experienced in Japan. Great for anyone who loves precision. The staff are very friendly and kind, and they even wrapped our product with great care.
This was an amazing experience, alot of patience is required but the end result is amazing
Very interesting and fun workshop. Our instructor, Mayumi, not only guided us but explained some of the history of kintsugi. Highly recommended.
Megumi was truly the best and sweetest instructor we could have ever wished for. She explained everything to us in detail and also shared some of the history behind Kintsugi. We had so much fun, and our pieces turned out beautifully! Thank you so much, Megumi, for this wonderful memory!
this was such a great experience. not too expensive and definitely worth the price. the instructors were very informative and knowledgeable. history about kintsugi. they were extremely kind and friendly. thank you mikito and ayako! I would 100% recommend this experience
Our instructor Mikito was amazing and this was so much fun! Very meditative and unique!
Teacher HONEY explained everything so kindly. Even when my mistakes delayed the class, she didn't lose her smile. Thanks to her, I finished the kintsugi experience successfully and made wonderful memories.
thanks you for all honey !
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