[Tokyo, Shin-Okubo] Tuesday, November 5th! Learn traditional Japanese techniques with the "Kintsugi" experience (in English)

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Beginners welcome - First try
Empty-hands OK
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Possible number of bookings

1～4
Participating age

12Age ～ 80 Age
Duration

2～3 hours

Plan description

In this workshop, you will experience the final coating and sprinkling of gold powder on old Japanese pottery that has been restored over time by a Kintsugi expert using real lacquer.

The materials used are lacquer and real gold powder. Because it is a natural material, it is a traditional method that is completely food safe and ideal for tableware.
Each step up to the finishing stage will be demonstrated using actual tools and materials, and we will introduce the history and philosophy of Kintsugi behind it, as well as various finishing methods and aftercare. Please enjoy the most moving moment of Kintsugi!

On the day, you can choose either a small plate or a cup for the Kintsugi experience, and take the completed pottery home as it is. We will also prepare a relaxing tea time with beautiful Japanese sweets.
Enjoy a relaxing time while touching Japanese tradition. (All workshops are in English)

Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese repair technique that uses lacquer and gold to repair broken or chipped pottery.
It is a unique Japanese aesthetic sense that even damaged and imperfect forms are beautiful. By decorating with gold or silver, rather than hiding scratches, you can breathe new life into them and create a sustainable cycle of cherishing things.
Repairing also gives you a sense of peace of mind, so it is also called art therapy. Since the repairs are done using natural materials such as lacquer, wood powder, and gold dust, you can rest assured that they can be used on tableware.

*This class does not use synthetic resins such as epoxy resins used in modern and simple kintsugi.

Experience the finishing process of Kintsugi! Enjoy the most moving moment.

In this workshop, you will use old Japanese pottery that has been restored over time to experience the final coating and sprinkling of gold powder. Enjoy the most moving moment of finishing with gold powder.

You can learn the traditional Japanese technique of Kintsugi.

<Workshop contents>
1. Introduction to the history, philosophy, techniques, tools, and materials of Kintsugi
2. Introduction (demonstration) of each process of Kintsugi
3. Experience the finishing coat and gold dust sprinkling
4. Tea time with Japanese sweets and tea
5. Sales of Kintsugi kits

This workshop is conducted by an English-speaking instructor.

<Instructor>
Yumi Tsubota (CEO of Kintsugi Link/Kintsugi Instructor)
Born in Nara Prefecture. Merchandise planner, designer, former director of a department store life design office.
Learned Kintsugi and Maki-e from a restorer and lacquer artist, and runs the Kintsugi class "Kintsugi Link" in Shirokane.

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Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 4 days before the event date.
About cancellation	Please note that in the event of cancellation due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fees will be charged. Cancellation between 4 days prior to the reservation date: 100% Cancellation without prior notice: 100%
About event termination	If the minimum number of participants is not met, the workshop will be cancelled.

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	2 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	1～4
About duration	2～3 hours 120 minutes
Operating period	2025/11/05 Held on November 5, 2024
Assembly time	Please be at 15 minutes prior to your booking time.
Booking deadline	until 23:59 6 days before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
Locker

Dress code - Must bring items	Please note that lacquer cannot be removed by washing, so please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
About rental items	We will lend you the tools and rubber gloves required for the Kintsugi experience.

Matters require attention	・Urushi may cause rashes or itching depending on your constitution and physical condition. When working, please wear rubber gloves to avoid direct contact with the skin. ・Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, as lacquer will not come off even with washing. ・Tools used in the kintsugi experience will be provided. ・Schedules and programs may change due to traffic and weather conditions. ・Children aged 12 and over are allowed to participate. Please do not bring children younger than that.

Matters require attention

・Urushi may cause rashes or itching depending on your constitution and physical condition. When working, please wear rubber gloves to avoid direct contact with the skin.
・Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, as lacquer will not come off even with washing.
・Tools used in the kintsugi experience will be provided. ・Schedules and programs may change due to traffic and weather conditions.
・Children aged 12 and over are allowed to participate. Please do not bring children younger than that.

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プランの魅力 You can choose your favorite dish and experience it! の画像

You can choose your favorite dish and experience it! On the day, you can choose to make either a small plate or a cup for your Kintsugi experience, and you can take the completed vessel home with you.