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Tokyo: Japanese Gold Repair Kintsugi Workshop in Shinjuku

By Japan Guide Star
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$49 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

In this 1-hour workshop, you will learn Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing pottery. Using specialised tools and gold powder, you will fix broken ceramic pieces. Our English-speaking instructor will guide you step-by-step. No experience is needed.

We use fast-drying materials perfect for travellers. Your piece dries instantly, so you can safely pack it and take it home the same day.

Why Kintsugi? The Japanese “Mottainai” Culture
Japan has many earthquakes, which often break cherished pottery. However, Japanese culture values “Mottainai”—the belief that it is a waste to throw away usable things.

Instead of discarding broken ceramics, craftsmen invented Kintsugi. They glued the pieces together with natural tree sap and painted the cracks with gold. This method turns damage into a beautiful feature, allowing items to be used for years.

Craft your own piece of Japanese history. Book your 1-hour Kintsugi experience today!

Activity location

  • Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku
    • 東ビル 5
    • 160-0021, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku
    • 東ビル 5
    • 160-0021, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

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Tokyo: Japanese Gold Repair Kintsugi Workshop in Shinjuku

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Price details
NZ$16.29 x 1 AdultNZ$16.29
Paid at activityNZ$32.58
Total
Price is NZ$48.87

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Variety of inclusive plates and upgrade options also available. (Additional charges)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All materials for Kintsugi
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Kintsugi workshop
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking instructor
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Premium Plate Upgrade

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Repair broken pottery with gold. In this 1-hour hands-on class, you will use gold powder to mend cracks. Take your finished piece home as a souvenir on the very same day.

Location

Activity location

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    Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku
    • 東ビル 5
    • 160-0021, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku
    • 東ビル 5
    • 160-0021, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

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