Kintsugi Experience: Art of Golden Joinery in Tokyo
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
You might have the chance to meet Master Taku himself in the 11 o'clock class.
Enjoy the art of recreating broken pottery into your one and only masterpiece. Take home with you the story you made in Japan.
Kintsugi is a delicate technique; you are NOT allowed to bring any personal ceramic pieces to this course. You will use the plates prepared for beginners by the studio.
In 2024, Master Taku is awarded with the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon, the honorable commendation given to individuals who have made significant achievements in the fields of science, art, invention, improvement, and creation this year.
Not only his talents as an artist, but also the fact that he dedicates a portion of profit to the charity was the big reason for winning this award. Thus, joining and enjoying his workshop, you will paying back to the society!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Under 6 years of age, cannot enter the atelier for safety reason of the establishment
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
All necessary equipment included
A plate you will use for the lesson, and to bring home after lesson.
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lesson fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
You might have the chance to meet Master TAKU himself in the 11 o'clock class! Learn Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with gold, during this 60-minute lesson. Use this technique to repair pottery while delving into this beautiful Japanese traditional craft. Get a unique perspective of the culture of Japan and learn the Japanese view of objects: that objects are meant to be broken and repaired, not thrown out. Bring home a unique souvenir when the 1-hour lesson is over. Kintsugi is a delicate technique; you are NOT allowed to bring any personal ceramic pieces to this course. You will use the plates prepared for beginners by the studio. Kintsugi is done with chemical resin and ornamental gold powder. - The process is the same as traditional Kintsugi material is not natural - No lacquer rash. You can experience it safely in a short time - Cannot be used for eating and drinking - Please note that children below 6 cannot join, even if they are being accompanied by parents.
Options
Standard Kintsugi
Reviews
412 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Solo craft x2
Dafna S,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00The website shows as if you can book solo experience for $62 but that is incorrect, it is $62 per person for minimum of 2 people, aka $124. Solo ticket is actually $118... so for $6 more you book 2 seats. I booked 2 and did double the activity for myself, took home 2 plates. Wish this was more accessible for solo travelers. Outside of the price/booking troubles, this was a great activity. I even bought the material to do this again at home!
Fun and Unique
catherine A,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was really fun! I had always wanted to learn more about kintsugi. The host shared a lot of videos on the history and the process itself. It was easy to do and I will have a great souvenir from the trip.
A nice way to spend an hour and a half; the piece you make is very small
Susan C,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
4.00The piece that you make is a small trinket size bowl that is pre-broken. You get about 8 choices for color of bowl. The instructor was sweet, but we didn’t get to see the master Kintsugi at 11:00 that I thought would be there for this particular time of class. Making it is pretty easy and takes about an hour.
Making Anew w/Gold
JosephR C,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fun activity with a lot Iocal artisan. The method was fun to learn and the repairing of an item to be able to use again, interesting.
Really enjoyable
Katy C,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent, really enjoyed. Even got my husband doing it who doesn't do art! Quite hard to find location and so signage would be good to point lift out down the path.
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