Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo - Extravacantza.com

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

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

Chopstick Rest
Complimentary Japanese tea and small snacks served
All Kintsugi Materials and Tools
Ceramic Piece for Repair

Transportation to and from the studio
Hotel pickup and drop off

What to expect

Discover the Japanese art of kintsugi, the traditional practice of repairing broken pottery and highlighting its cracks with gold.

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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.