Kintsugi has long been celebrated as a unique Japanese artform, where the cracks of repaired ceramics are highlighted with gold to show the beauty of something once broken. Get a hands-on appreciation for this artform in this workshop with an instructor who teaches kintsugi professionally.
Arrive at the workshop location, approximately 10 minutes on foot from Osaka’s Kyobashi Station.
Meet the kintsugi instructor as well as an assistant who will provide English translation.
Begin with a short lesson on the history and meaning of kintsugi, learning how today’s instructor uses modern materials to create her works of art. Traditional kintsugi uses lacquer that takes month to fully set and dry, but today’s lesson will use fast-drying resin.
A selection of broken bowls and plates are assembled for guests to choose one that catches their eye. Now the magic begins! First, the ceramic is reassembled and glued into place with resin. While drying, take a few minutes to browse the gallery space or enjoy a cup of tea with the instructor.
Once the resin is in place, the process of filing down to a smooth surface begins. This is the longest portion of the kintsugi process, but it’s meditative work that is calming and satisfying for anyone with an eye for detail
The final step is carefully highlighting the repaired crack with an impossibly thin line of gold paint. It’s a final moment that brings the repair process to a spectacular finish.
The instructor will package up the repaired ceramic piece for safe travel back home.
Bid farewell and return to the station on foot.
Notes:
- Shared booking option available from 1 to 6 guests.
- Activity may be unavailable on specific dates due to the craftsmen's business commitments.
- Transportation to and from the venue is under guest’s own arrangement.
- Please contact your Travel Consultant for availability. Please note that all of the services and tours have yet to be booked and that they are proposed for your reference only. We will start making reservations after we receive your confirmation.
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