Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
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Experience the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi in a quiet workshop near Gion and Kawaramachi in Kyoto. In this hands-on experience, you will repair cracked or chipped ceramic pieces using lacquer and gold powder, transforming broken pottery into something beautiful and unique. With guidance from an experienced instructor, you will carefully work on bowls or plates while learning the basic techniques of Kintsugi. Rather than hiding imperfections, this traditional method celebrates them as part of an object’s history and character. During the workshop, you will also learn about the history of Kintsugi and the Japanese philosophy that values imperfection and mindfulness. Your finished piece will become a one-of-a-kind souvenir and a meaningful reminder of your time in Kyoto, offering a calm and authentic introduction to Japanese culture.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,496)
Loved it, so nice to have a beautiful souvenir to take home made by me. Jeff our teacher was fun and nice to meet our fellow class mates. 6/5 stars.
The instructor was very kind and friendly; he was very helpful and clear with the instructions and made the activity and converstations enjoyable! We had a very nice time :-)
We had so much fun and everyone was so nice !
This was a serious amount of fun - both relaxing and rewarding when you see your piece at the end. Our guides were so helpful - giving us both a history of the Kintsugi origins; as well as the guidance during the class itself. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Had a great time doing Kintsugi with the help of guide Jessie. She was extremely helpful and spoke very good English, would highly recommend this experience.
Lovely experience with an exceptional teacher, Gou. Lots of fun with the family. A really cultural experience.
Great experience. The instructor, Haru, was excellent. Taught everything patiently.
Smooth good experience, guide was very helpful.
it is really fun but time consuming depending on ur own efficiency. it took around one and a half hours for me.
10/10 this was so amazing. The person who hosted was so nice and I loved the class - Cody is the bomb
