Kyoto Ceramic Repair Workshop Using Kintsugi Technique
by Traveling Kyoto
Overview
This one-hour workshop takes place in Kyoto near Gion and Yasaka Shrine. Participants make traditional Kintsugi by repairing a broken ceramic bowl or plate using urushi lacquer and real gold powder. An expert instructor explains the history and philosophy of Kintsugi while guiding participants step-by-step through the process of mending and decorating their ceramics with gold. All necessary tools and workspace are provided. Each participant finishes by keeping the ceramic piece they have repaired.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Kintsugi Workshop
Participants repair a broken ceramic item using traditional urushi lacquer and gold powder. An instructor guides them to clean cracks, join fragments, apply gold to the seams, and complete the piece to take home.
90 min
Meeting point
We will meet on the 2nd floor of the building.
End point
禅 (Zen) - Kyoto Annex We will meet on the 6th Floor
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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