Authentic Kintsugi, Makie or Gold Leaf Pasting Workshop in Tokyo

5.0 (1 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional crafts at Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store, a shop with a history of over 100 years. Established in 1923, this renowed store specializes in high-quality lacquerware including Arita ware and glassware.

At Nihonbashi mutoh, you can experience the authentic art of Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing broken pottery with gold. In addition to kintsugi, we offer hands-on experiences in Maki-e (gold lacquer painting) and Gold Leaf Pasting.Why not create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece and take it home as a souvenir from Japan?

・Kintsugi: The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold.
・Maki-e: A traditional lacquer technique where designs are painted with lacquer and decorated with gold or silver powder.
・Gold Leaf Pasting: An experience where you can apply gold leaf from Kanazawa, to your choice of tableware or chopsticks.

4th JATA SDGs Awards: Excellence Award in the Culture Category

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Kintsugi

Kintsugi: The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold.

Gold Leaf Pasting

Gold Leaf Pasting: An experience where you can apply gold leaf from Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, to your choice of tableware or chopsticks.

Maki-e (gold lacquer)

Maki-e (gold lacquer): A traditional lacquer technique where designs are painted with lacquer and decorated with gold or silver powder.

What's included

  • A plate used in the experience (available to bring home)
  • An English-speaking instructor
  • All necessary materials
  • Admission to Kintsugi, Maki-e or Gold Leaf Pasting Experience for 90 minutes
  • Personal expenses
  • Foods and beverages

What to expect

  1. Nihonbashi
    1h 30m
    【Address】Japan, 1-8-13 Honcho Nihonbashi Chuo City, 103-0023 Tokyo. At Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store, you can experience traditional Japanese arts such as Kintsugi, Maki-e, and Gold Leaf Pasting. In the Kintsugi workshop, learn the technique of repairing broken pottery with gold, using exquisite Arita ware, renowned for its 400-year history. Maki-e offers a chance to create beautiful designs with lacquer and gold or silver powder. Gold Leaf Pasting lets you apply gold leaf from Kanazawa to your choice of tableware or chopsticks. These hands-on experiences allow you to create unique masterpieces and take home a memorable souvenir from Japan.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please come directly to Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store.
When using a map app or car navigation system, please enter the following address:
1-8-13 Honcho Nihonbashi Chuo City, 103-0023 Tokyo, Japan

End point

Please come directly to Nihonbashi Mutoh Main Store.
When using a map app or car navigation system, please enter the following address:
1-8-13 Honcho Nihonbashi Chuo City, 103-0023 Tokyo, Japan

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear clothes that can be soiled.
  • After Kintsugi work, bring it home and dry it indoors for about 1 week.
  • Hand wash only with dishwashing detergent.
  • No microwave and no dishwasher, please.
  • Please use it for decoration, not for eating or drinking.
  • Please note that the workshop may be conducted alongside regular customers.
  • These 3 experiences are available for participants aged 13 and older.
  • You are welcome to bring your own ceramic or porcelain item (up to approx. φ15 cm × H15 cm, with 1–2 broken parts) for the kintsugi experience.
  • Please note that no refunds will be issued if you do not participate in the experience on the scheduled day.
  • If you arrive late, the experience will still end at the originally scheduled time.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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