Craft a one-of-a-kind kintsugi masterpiece in Hiroshima, embracing imperfection
1.5 hour private experience
Location: Hiroshima City
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
Meet the Master
What you’ll do
Join a kintsugi instructor in her central Hiroshima kintsugi studio. Learn about the art and history of kintsugi in Japan. Get hands on and dive into various parts of the process of making kintsugi, from sanding, applying lacquer, and dusting gold.
Who can attend
Children must be 15+
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (10:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (12:30 - 14:00)
Session 3 (14:30 - 16:00)
Access
3 minutes by car from Hiroshima Station
The Glittering Craft of Kinstugi
Rooted in centuries of Japanese tradition, kintsugi — the art of golden joinery — repairs broken ceramics using lacquer and gold powder, transforming cracks into gleaming veins of resilience. Since the art's reputed origins in the Muromachi Period, when shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu demanded that artisans repair his treasured broken tea bowl in a manner combining both elegance and practicality. Since then, kintsugi has become linked with countless Japanese philosophies, such as wabi-sabi and mottainai, and cultural art forms, such as tea ceremony and maki-e. In this intimate workshop located centrally in Hiroshima, join a professional kintsugi instructor to learn not only the technical steps of restoration, working together to create your own custom masterpiece. Experience a wide range of kintsugi techniques and discover for yourself the deeper philosophy behind the craft: that flaws and fractures are not something to hide, but to highlight and honor.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
