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- Japanese
- English
Unlike many traditional craft demonstrations, this workshop is fully hands-on and designed specifically for beginners.
In our intimate Tokyo studio, you'll learn the philosophy of kintsugi—the Japanese art of embracing imperfections—while creating your own repaired ceramic piece and decorated chopstick rest. We use beginner-friendly materials and provide step-by-step guidance, making the experience accessible even if you have no artistic background.
More than a craft class, this is an opportunity to connect with a unique aspect of Japanese culture and take home meaningful creations that tell a story of resilience, beauty, and renewal.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please come directly to our studio. Address: Sunview Heights 104 5-4-3 Shirokanedai, Minato City Tokyo 108-0071 Access: • Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Shirokanedai Station. • Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Hiroo Station. • Please use Google Maps for the easiest route.
What to expect
During this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the philosophy behind kintsugi and repair a broken ceramic piece step by step using beginner-friendly materials and techniques. You’ll carefully match the broken pieces, glue them together, and finish the repaired cracks with gold decoration.
While the repaired piece dries, you’ll also draw gold lines on your chopstick rest to take home as a unique souvenir.
By the end of the experience, you’ll have:
• Learned the history and philosophy of kintsugi
• Repaired a ceramic piece using kintsugi-inspired techniques
• Decorated a chopstick rest with gold
• Taken photos of your finished creations
• Experienced a unique aspect of Japanese culture in an intimate studio setting
No prior experience is necessary. This workshop is designed for beginners and welcomes participants of all skill levels.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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