Kintsugi (Gold Repair) Experiences

My wife and I did this class and had a fantastic time. It was informative and great fun. If you have ever seen this type of pottery repair and wondered how it's done, this class is for you.

This was a great experience. I learned about Kintsugi and repaired a cup. I highly recommend

I had been searching for an authentic artistic experience in Tokyo that felt like it wasn’t just created for tourists. This class fit the bill perfectly, and Yoshiko and Yoshiichiro Kuge were wonderful instructors. They ... morehave been running a ceramics studio for over 50 years and teaching the art of kintsugi for 40 years. They have full, months-long apprenticeships but also do one-day workshops as an introduction. We learned a lot in their tiny studio, and our college-age artist plans to continue the practice at home. Our hosts even gave us a shopping list for supplies! (The supplies were available locally at Hands department store in Shinjuku and elsewhere.)

The afternoon was relaxed, including tea and snacks provided by our hosts. They wrapped our creations securely in plastic containers to take home. The tea cups we repaired are food safe too, which I saw is not the case for other classes.

I highly recommend this experience. It was truly a highlight of our trip!

Our family of 4 very much enjoyed learning at the Kuge Crafts workshop. Wonderful teachers, very clearly explained, fun experience with special keepsake.

Great teachers and unique experience. Highly recommend!

It was such a special experience to spend a few hours with the owners of KUGE studio. They are both pottery artists and took the time to teach us to create our own kintsugi teacup as well as give us an overview about thi... mores traditional art form. Not only was it a meditative art experience but it was so special to connect with these two lovely people. It was one of the best afternoons I spent in Tokyo and I strongly recommend booking this class.