Osaka Kintsugi Gold Repair Art Workshop
About
Discover the beauty of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of transforming broken pottery into something beautiful and unique, in a peaceful workshop near Gion and Kawaramachi in Kyoto.
In this hands-on experience, you’ll repair a ceramic piece yourself, carefully highlighting its cracks with gold and giving it a completely new character. Instead of hiding imperfections, Kintsugi celebrates them as part of an object’s story — a unique Japanese way of seeing beauty in imperfection and change.
- Up to 10 travelers in the group
What to expect
Discover the beauty of Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, in a peaceful workshop near Gion and Kawaramachi in Kyoto. In this hands-on experience, you’ll repair a ceramic piece using traditional Kintsugi-inspired techniques, carefully highlighting cracks with gold to transform imperfections into something beautiful and unique. With step-by-step guidance from your instructor, you’ll learn the basic techniques of Kintsugi while discovering the history and philosophy behind this centuries-old Japanese art. Rather than hiding damage, Kintsugi embraces it as part of an object’s story — a reflection of the Japanese appreciation for imperfection and change. No previous experience is needed, making the workshop enjoyable for complete beginners as well as craft lovers. At the end of the experience, take home your own beautifully repaired piece as a one-of-a-kind souvenir from Kyoto — something you created yourself and a lasting reminder of your time in Japan.
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What’s included
- Finished item to take home
- Kintsugi workshop
- English-speaking instructor
- Various plate options are available, and upgrades can be added for an additional fee
Not included
- Food and drinks
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.