Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Kyoto
- Learn the traditional art of kintsugi, the Japanese technique of repairing ceramics with gold
- Create your own unique piece by restoring broken pottery step by step
- Discover the Japanese philosophy of embracing imperfection and finding beauty in flaws
- Beginner-friendly workshop with all materials provided
- Take home a meaningful, handcrafted souvenir from Kyoto
What to expect
Discover the art of kintsugi in Kyoto, the traditional technique of repairing broken pottery with lacquer and gold. Rooted in the philosophy of embracing imperfection, kintsugi transforms cracks into beautiful features, giving each piece new life and meaning.
In this hands-on workshop, an experienced instructor will guide you through the process step by step. Using prepared materials, you will repair ceramic pieces and highlight the cracks with gold-colored finishes to create a unique design.
Beginner-friendly and set in a calm Kyoto setting, this experience offers insight into Japanese craftsmanship and the beauty of imperfection. By the end, you will take home your own restored piece—a meaningful and lasting souvenir.












Reviews
A beautiful experience! The workshop was full of information and truly wonderful to discover! Thunder was fantastic and even shared many interesting facts about this technique and about Japan! Definitely an experience to recommend!
The overall class experience was excellent. The course location is in the city center, making transportation very convenient and easy for travelers to arrange. The course content was also very interesting; not only did I learn about the history of Kintsugi, but I also gained practical knowledge of the process and techniques for repairing ceramics. I really enjoyed the interactive and creative aspects of the entire experience. I was able to connect with people from different countries who shared an interest in traditional Japanese culture, and I could also apply my own unique designs and creativity to a traditional craft. There was a wide variety of plates and vessels to choose from, allowing me to select my favorite piece to work on, which was fantastic. Overall, this was a very enriching, enjoyable, and memorable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of traditional Japanese culture. Experience: During the course, I not only learned about the history of Kintsugi but also gained practical knowledge of the ceramic repair process. The content was very interesting and enriching. Location: The class is held in the city center, making transportation very convenient and easy for travelers to arrange.
I was running a little late but the team were very understanding and so helpful to get me started. Gakuji was absolutely a wonderful instructor for my group and guided us through all the processes and techniques. He was also very encouraging in exploring your own style. Overall the workshop studio is relaxing and has a nice atmosphere. Highly recommmend for a fun activity indoors and you leave with a beautiful piece for artwork. Thank you!!
I had a wonderful experience at the Kintsugi workshop. Rina was a great teacher: friendly, patient, and very knowledgeable. She explained each step clearly and made sure everyone could follow along comfortably. The workshop was relaxing, enjoyable, and a great introduction to the art of Kintsugi.
Very friendly staff, even though we were late they still let us do the experience! It was an amazing price and the plates are pretty!
We had fun learning how to mend broken pottery with Kintsugi. It's a very zen and soothing process! We had lots of fun thanks to Thunder's patient guidance and very detailed lecture regarding the history of Kintsugi (*´꒳`*)!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an amazing Kintsugi workshop with our group of 9 friends. A special thank you to Tutor Thunder, who was incredibly friendly, patient, and knowledgeable throughout the session. She explained the history and philosophy of Kintsugi beautifully, making the experience both meaningful and enjoyable. Creating our own pieces while learning about this unique Japanese art was truly memorable. Highly recommended and definitely a must-try experience! 😊✨🙏
The staff were very friendly, helpful, and speak excellent English. We had a great time learning about the history of Kintsugi and personalising our pieces. I'd highly recommend this activity if you are coming to the Gion area. The place is very accessible by bus from Kyoto station.
everything was very nice .. highly recommended ..Sofiia was very kind and Professional and we learned a lot from her.
it was a wonderful/relaxing experience doing this whilst learning all about this arts past. we ended up spending 3 hours for the whole experience
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