Kintsugi Workshop in Tokyo: Repair Pottery with Gold at Kuge Crafts Studio
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Highlights
Join a hands-on kintsugi workshop in Tokyo, guided by experienced local artisans.
Learn from the Kuge family, masters of ceramics and kintsugi with 40+ years of experience.
Repair pottery with gold-colored lacquer and take home your completed piece.
Choose from chipped cups, some over 100 years old, for your kintsugi repair.
Experience the philosophy of kintsugi—healing through imperfection and resilience.
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An intimate experience with Japanese culture
2025/06/06
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The thrill of repairing an Edo period piece of pottery is indescribable. Yoshiko Kuge gently guided us through the process (after welcoming us with a pasty and tea).
Overview
Tokyo
2.5 hour(s)
Available Sun, Thu, Sat
Pick-up not available
116573
10011
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What to expect
Discover the Japanese art of kintsugi in Tokyo. Learn to repair pottery with gold-colored lacquer in a hands-on class led by expert artisans. Enjoy tea and sweets, and take home your own beautifully restored piece as a unique cultural souvenir.
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Package Details
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 15 & over)
USD 107.83
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 15 & over)
USD 107.83
Price per Adult/Child :
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Available Sun, Thu, Sat
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Kintsugi experience fee / Material fees / cases or bags / Tea and Sweets
Schedule
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Start time :
10:00
Meet Your Instructors at Kuge Crafts
Snacks and Tea to Help You Relax

Enjoy a cup of homemade tea and tasty sweets.
Start of Kintsugi Experience

Be welcomed in a warm and inviting workshop by friendly instructors. Here, learn about kintsugi and make simple repairs on one chipped pottery item. Know how to smooth out the broken area and carefully apply the golden powder and lacquer on it.
Finishing Touches

After completing the final touches for your item and giving the golden powder a little time to dry, your unique work of art is ready to be brought home. This hands-on class will be one of the best memories of your Tokyo stay.
Put the finished product in a safe container and take it home.
12:30
Activity Ends at Kuge Crafts
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Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- People 15 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 4.
Additional notes
- You will use a small cup, plate, or other pottery items to learn the technique during class.
- The owner can speak very basic English. Knowledge of Japanese would be helpful but is not necessary.
- Participants may bring their own item for the kintsugi class. However, items such as transparent glass, wooden lacquerware, and glassware with a picture on it may not be used.
- The finished kintsugi product may be brought home after the activity.
- If you want to bring your own ceramic, please send a picture of your ceramic through the VELTRA inquiry portal prior to joining this activity.
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Activity Provider KUGE Crafts
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 23:30 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Restrictions
- People 15 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Additional notes
- You will use a small cup, plate, or other pottery items to learn the technique during class.
- The owner can speak very basic English. Knowledge of Japanese would be helpful but is not necessary.
- Participants may bring their own item for the kintsugi class. However, items such as transparent glass, wooden lacquerware, and glassware with a picture on it may not be used.
- The finished kintsugi product may be brought home after the activity.
- If you want to bring your own ceramic, please send a picture of your ceramic through the VELTRA inquiry portal prior to joining this activity.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 4.
Kintsugi Workshop in Tokyo: Repair Pottery with Gold at Kuge Crafts Studio
Discover the Japanese art of kintsugi in Tokyo. Learn to repair pottery with gold-colored lacquer in a hands-on class led by expert artisans. Enjoy tea and sweets, and take home your own beautifully restored piece as a unique cultural souvenir.